Psalms 89:7
Psalms 89:7 in Multiple Translations
In the council of the holy ones, God is greatly feared, and awesome above all who surround Him.
God is greatly to be feared in the assembly of the saints, and to be had in reverence of all them that are about him.
A God very terrible in the council of the holy ones, And to be feared above all them that are round about him?
God is greatly to be feared among the saints, and to be honoured over all those who are about him.
The heavenly council are in awe of God; all who surround him are overwhelmed by him.
God is very terrible in the assemblie of the Saints, and to be reuerenced aboue all, that are about him.
God is very terrible, In the secret counsel of His holy ones, And fearful over all surrounding Him.
a very awesome God in the council of the holy ones, to be feared above all those who are around him?
God is greatly to be feared in the assembly of the saints, and to be had in reverence by all them that are about him.
For in thy wrath we have fainted away: and are troubled in thy indignation.
When your holy angels gather together, they declare that you must be revered; they say that you are more awesome than all the angels that surround your throne!
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Psalms 89:7 Interlinear (Deep Study)
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כִּ֤י
מִ֣י
בַ֭/שַּׁחַק
יַעֲרֹ֣ךְ
לַ/יהוָ֑ה
יִדְמֶ֥ה
לַ֝/יהוָ֗ה
בִּ/בְנֵ֥י
אֵלִים
כִּ֤י
kîy
H3588
for
Conj
מִ֣י
mîy
H4310
who?
Part
בַ֭/שַּׁחַק
shachaq
H7834
cloud
Prep | N-ms
יַעֲרֹ֣ךְ
ʻârak
H6186
to arrange
V-Qal-Imperf-3ms
לַ/יהוָ֑ה
Yᵉhôvâh
H3068
The Lord
Prep | N-proper
יִדְמֶ֥ה
dâmâh
H1819
to resemble
V-Qal-Imperf-3ms
לַ֝/יהוָ֗ה
Yᵉhôvâh
H3068
The Lord
Prep | N-proper
בִּ/בְנֵ֥י
bên
H1121
son
Prep | N-mp
אֵלִים
ʼêl
H410
god
N-mp
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Hebrew Word Reference — Psalms 89:7
כִּ֤י
kîy
H3588
"for"
Conj
A conjunction used to show cause or connection, as in Genesis 2:23 where Adam says the woman is bone of his bone because she was taken out of him. It is often translated as 'for', 'because', or 'since'.
Definition: 1) that, for, because, when, as though, as, because that, but, then, certainly, except, surely, since 1a) that 1a1) yea, indeed 1b) when (of time) 1b1) when, if, though (with a concessive force) 1c) because, since (causal connection) 1d) but (after negative) 1e) that if, for if, indeed if, for though, but if 1f) but rather, but 1g) except that 1h) only, nevertheless 1i) surely 1j) that is 1k) but if 1l) for though 1m) forasmuch as, for therefore
Usage: Occurs in 3910 OT verses. KJV: and, + (forasmuch, inasmuch, where-) as, assured(-ly), + but, certainly, doubtless, + else, even, + except, for, how, (because, in, so, than) that, + nevertheless, now, rightly, seeing, since, surely, then, therefore, + (al-) though, + till, truly, + until, when, whether, while, whom, yea, yet. See also: Genesis 1:4; Genesis 26:16; Genesis 42:15.
מִ֣י
mîy
H4310
"who?"
Part
This word is used to ask questions like who, whose, or whom. It can also be used to express a wish, like would that or whoever. It appears in many forms throughout the Bible, often in phrases like O that or what.
Definition: who?, whose?, whom?, would that, whoever, whosoever
Usage: Occurs in 342 OT verses. KJV: any (man), [idiom] he, [idiom] him, [phrase] O that! what, which, who(-m, -se, -soever), [phrase] would to God. See also: Genesis 3:11; 2 Samuel 15:4; Psalms 4:7.
בַ֭/שַּׁחַק
shachaq
H7834
"cloud"
Prep | N-ms
This noun refers to a cloud or a thin vapor in the sky, as in Psalm 36:5 where God's faithfulness reaches to the clouds. It can also mean the firmament or heaven, like in Genesis 1:20 where birds fly across the sky. The word appears about 20 times in the Bible.
Definition: 1) dust, cloud 1a) fine dust 1b) (thin) cloud
Usage: Occurs in 21 OT verses. KJV: cloud, small dust, heaven, sky. See also: Deuteronomy 33:26; Psalms 68:35; Psalms 18:12.
יַעֲרֹ֣ךְ
ʻârak
H6186
"to arrange"
V-Qal-Imperf-3ms
This Hebrew word means to value or arrange things in order. It is used in various contexts, like setting up an army for battle or estimating the value of something, as seen in 1 Kings 10.
Definition: 1) to arrange, set or put or lay in order, set in array, prepare, order, ordain, handle, furnish, esteem, equal, direct, compare 1a) (Qal) 1a1) to arrange or set or lay in order, arrange, state in order, set forth (a legal case), set in place 1a2) to compare, be comparable
Usage: Occurs in 72 OT verses. KJV: put (set) (the battle, self) in array, compare, direct, equal, esteem, estimate, expert (in war), furnish, handle, join (battle), ordain, (lay, put, reckon up, set) (in) order, prepare, tax, value. See also: Genesis 14:8; 1 Chronicles 12:39; Psalms 5:4.
לַ/יהוָ֑ה
Yᵉhôvâh
H3068
"The Lord"
Prep | N-proper
Yehovah is another name for God, often translated as 'the Lord'. It is a national name for God in the Jewish faith. This name is used throughout the Old Testament.
Definition: Another name of ye.ru.sha.laim (יְרוּשָׁלִַ֫ם, יְרוּשְׁלֵם "Jerusalem" H3389)
Usage: Occurs in 5522 OT verses. KJV: Jehovah, the Lord. Compare H3050 (יָהּ), H3069 (יְהֹוִה). See also: Genesis 2:4; Genesis 24:42; Exodus 8:8.
יִדְמֶ֥ה
dâmâh
H1819
"to resemble"
V-Qal-Imperf-3ms
To resemble means to compare or liken something, often used to describe a similarity. In the Bible, this word is used to make comparisons or analogies, like in the parables of Jesus where he compares the kingdom of God to everyday things.
Definition: 1) to be like, resemble 1a) (Qal) to be like, resemble 1b) (Piel) 1b1) to liken, compare 1b2) to imagine, think 1c) (Hithpael) to make oneself like 1d) (Niphal) Aramaic equivalent: de.mah (דְּמָה "be like" H1821)
Usage: Occurs in 27 OT verses. KJV: compare, devise, (be) like(-n), mean, think, use similitudes. See also: Numbers 33:56; Song of Solomon 8:14; Psalms 48:10.
לַ֝/יהוָ֗ה
Yᵉhôvâh
H3068
"The Lord"
Prep | N-proper
Yehovah is another name for God, often translated as 'the Lord'. It is a national name for God in the Jewish faith. This name is used throughout the Old Testament.
Definition: Another name of ye.ru.sha.laim (יְרוּשָׁלִַ֫ם, יְרוּשְׁלֵם "Jerusalem" H3389)
Usage: Occurs in 5522 OT verses. KJV: Jehovah, the Lord. Compare H3050 (יָהּ), H3069 (יְהֹוִה). See also: Genesis 2:4; Genesis 24:42; Exodus 8:8.
בִּ/בְנֵ֥י
bên
H1121
"son"
Prep | N-mp
In the Bible, this word means a son or descendant, and can also refer to a grandson, nation, or quality. It appears in 1 Chronicles 24, describing a Levite named Beno. The word is used to show family relationships and inheritance.
Definition: : child/son
Usage: Occurs in 3653 OT verses. KJV: [phrase] afflicted, age, (Ahoh-) (Ammon-) (Hachmon-) (Lev-) ite, (anoint-) ed one, appointed to, ([phrase]) arrow, (Assyr-) (Babylon-) (Egypt-) (Grec-) ian, one born, bough, branch, breed, [phrase] (young) bullock, [phrase] (young) calf, [idiom] came up in, child, colt, [idiom] common, [idiom] corn, daughter, [idiom] of first, [phrase] firstborn, foal, [phrase] very fruitful, [phrase] postage, [idiom] in, [phrase] kid, [phrase] lamb, ([phrase]) man, meet, [phrase] mighty, [phrase] nephew, old, ([phrase]) people, [phrase] rebel, [phrase] robber, [idiom] servant born, [idiom] soldier, son, [phrase] spark, [phrase] steward, [phrase] stranger, [idiom] surely, them of, [phrase] tumultuous one, [phrase] valiant(-est), whelp, worthy, young (one), youth. See also: Genesis 3:16; Genesis 23:3; Genesis 34:18.
אֵלִים
ʼêl
H410
"god"
N-mp
In the Bible, 'el means strength or power, and is often used to refer to God or false gods. It describes something or someone as mighty or powerful, like the Almighty. This concept is central to understanding the Bible's view of God.
Definition: : god 1) god, god-like one, mighty one 1a) mighty men, men of rank, mighty heroes 1b) angels 1c) god, false god, (demons, imaginations) 1d) God, the one true God, Jehovah 2) mighty things in nature 3) strength, power Also means: ": power" (el אֵל H0410L)
Usage: Occurs in 235 OT verses. KJV: God (god), [idiom] goodly, [idiom] great, idol, might(-y one), power, strong. Compare names in '-el.' See also: Genesis 14:18; Job 33:14; Psalms 5:5.
Study Notes — Psalms 89:7
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- Context
- Cross References
- Psalms 89:7 Summary
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Reflection Questions
- Gill's Exposition on Psalms 89:7
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Psalms 89:7
- Matthew Poole's Commentary on Psalms 89:7
- Trapp's Commentary on Psalms 89:7
- Ellicott's Commentary on Psalms 89:7
- Adam Clarke's Commentary on Psalms 89:7
- Cambridge Bible on Psalms 89:7
- Barnes' Notes on Psalms 89:7
- Whedon's Commentary on Psalms 89:7
- Sermons on Psalms 89:7
Context — I Will Sing of His Love Forever
5The heavens praise Your wonders, O LORD— Your faithfulness as well— in the assembly of the holy ones.
6For who in the skies can compare with the LORD? Who among the heavenly beings is like the LORD?
7In the council of the holy ones, God is greatly feared, and awesome above all who surround Him.
8O LORD God of Hosts, who is like You? O mighty LORD, Your faithfulness surrounds You. 9You rule the raging sea; when its waves mount up, You still them.Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
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| 1 | Psalms 47:2 | How awesome is the LORD Most High, the great King over all the earth! |
| 2 | Psalms 76:7–11 | You alone are to be feared. When You are angry, who can stand before You? From heaven You pronounced judgment, and the earth feared and was still when God rose up to judge, to save all the lowly of the earth. Selah Even the wrath of man shall praise You; with the survivors of wrath You will clothe Yourself. Make and fulfill your vows to the LORD your God; let all the neighboring lands bring tribute to Him who is to be feared. |
| 3 | Hebrews 12:28–29 | Therefore, since we are receiving an unshakable kingdom, let us be filled with gratitude, and so worship God acceptably with reverence and awe. “For our God is a consuming fire.” |
| 4 | Jeremiah 10:7 | Who would not fear You, O King of nations? This is Your due. For among all the wise men of the nations, and in all their kingdoms, there is none like You. |
| 5 | Luke 12:4–5 | I tell you, My friends, do not be afraid of those who kill the body and after that can do no more. But I will show you whom you should fear: Fear the One who, after you have been killed, has authority to throw you into hell. Yes, I tell you, fear Him! |
| 6 | Acts 5:11 | And great fear came over the whole church and all who heard about these events. |
| 7 | Revelation 15:3–4 | and they sang the song of God’s servant Moses and of the Lamb: “Great and wonderful are Your works, O Lord God Almighty! Just and true are Your ways, O King of the nations! Who will not fear You, O Lord, and glorify Your name? For You alone are holy. All nations will come and worship before You, for Your righteous acts have been revealed.” |
| 8 | Isaiah 6:2–7 | Above Him stood seraphim, each having six wings: With two wings they covered their faces, with two they covered their feet, and with two they were flying. And they were calling out to one another: “Holy, holy, holy is the LORD of Hosts; all the earth is full of His glory.” At the sound of their voices the doorposts and thresholds shook, and the temple was filled with smoke. Then I said: “Woe is me, for I am ruined, because I am a man of unclean lips dwelling among a people of unclean lips; for my eyes have seen the King, the LORD of Hosts.” Then one of the seraphim flew to me, and in his hand was a glowing coal that he had taken with tongs from the altar. And with it he touched my mouth and said: “Now that this has touched your lips, your iniquity is removed and your sin is atoned for.” |
| 9 | Matthew 10:28 | Do not be afraid of those who kill the body but cannot kill the soul. Instead, fear the One who can destroy both soul and body in hell. |
| 10 | Jeremiah 10:10 | But the LORD is the true God; He is the living God and eternal King. The earth quakes at His wrath, and the nations cannot endure His indignation. |
Psalms 89:7 Summary
This verse tells us that God is greatly feared and respected by the angels and other heavenly beings around Him. It's like when you're in a big meeting with important people, and everyone looks up to the leader - that's what's happening here, but with God as the leader. This reminds us that God is an amazing and powerful God, as we also see in Psalms 77:13 and Isaiah 40:28, and we should respect and worship Him. By understanding God's majesty and power, we can have a deeper appreciation for His love and care for us.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does it mean for God to be in the council of the holy ones?
The phrase 'council of the holy ones' refers to the gathering of angels and other heavenly beings around God's throne, as seen in Job 15:8 and Psalms 103:20-21, where they worship and serve Him.
Why is God greatly feared in this council?
God is greatly feared because of His awesome power and majesty, as described in Psalms 111:9 and Isaiah 6:1-5, which inspires reverence and awe in all who surround Him.
How does this verse relate to our understanding of God's character?
This verse highlights God's holiness and majesty, emphasizing that He is a God who inspires fear and reverence, as also seen in Exodus 15:11 and Leviticus 11:44-45, and reminding us of our need to approach Him with humility and respect.
What does it mean for God to be awesome above all who surround Him?
This phrase emphasizes God's supreme authority and power, as seen in Psalms 95:3-5 and Jeremiah 10:6-7, demonstrating that He is the one true God, far above all other beings in heaven and on earth.
Reflection Questions
- What are some ways I can cultivate a deeper sense of reverence and awe for God in my own life?
- How does the fact that God is feared and revered by the holy ones in heaven impact my understanding of His power and majesty?
- In what ways can I reflect God's holiness and majesty in my own life, and how can I inspire others to do the same?
- What are some practical ways I can apply the truth of God's awesomeness to my daily life and decisions?
Gill's Exposition on Psalms 89:7
God is greatly to be feared in the assembly of the saints,.... Which Jarchi and Kimchi understand of angels again, and render it "God is to be feared in the great assembly of them"; for they are a
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Psalms 89:7
And the heavens shall praise thy wonders, O LORD: thy faithfulness also in the congregation of the saints.
Matthew Poole's Commentary on Psalms 89:7
God is greatly to be feared; with a fear of reverence; for dread and terror have no place in those blessed mansions and holy spirits. In the assembly of the saints; to the whole society of angels, called saints, as . Them that are about him; the angels, which are always in his presence, and encompass his throne.
Trapp's Commentary on Psalms 89:7
Psalms 89:7 God is greatly to be feared in the assembly of the saints, and to be had in reverence of all [them that are] about him.Ver. 7. God is greatly to be feared in the assembly, &c.] Heb. Daunting terrible in the secret of the saints very much. The holy angels make their addresses unto him with greatest reverence and self-abasement; for they know that he humbleth himself to behold things in heaven, Psalms 113:4-6. How much more, then, should we set ourselves to serve him with reverence and godly fear, since our God is a consuming fire! Hebrews 12:28-29.
Ellicott's Commentary on Psalms 89:7
(7) It is better to take this verse in apposition with the foregoing: “God sublime in the council of the holy ones, And terrible among those surrounding him.” For a picture of the court of heaven see Job 1:6.
Adam Clarke's Commentary on Psalms 89:7
Verse 7. God is greatly to be feared] In all religious assemblies the deepest reverence for God should rest upon the people. Where this does not prevail, there is no true worship. While some come with a proper Scriptural boldness to the throne of grace, there are others who come into the presence of God with a reprehensible, if not sinful, boldness.
Cambridge Bible on Psalms 89:7
5–18. The adoring recital of God’s attributes which follows here has a twofold purpose in relation to the subject of the Psalm. It is a plea with God, and it is an encouragement to Israel. His omnipotence guarantees His ability, His faithfulness is the pledge of His will, to perform His promises to David.
Barnes' Notes on Psalms 89:7
God is greatly to be feared - There is that in him which is suited to fill the mind with solemn feelings, and this is a proper state of mind with which to come before him.
Whedon's Commentary on Psalms 89:7
7. Assembly of the saints—The council of his holy ones. The idea is, that those who are admitted as a privy council to the most intimate knowledge of the divine purposes are those who reverence him most.
Sermons on Psalms 89:7
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His Name -- Wonderful! by C.H. Spurgeon | In this sermon, the preacher describes a time when the world as we know it will come to an end. He speaks of the earth's bowels moving and the dead rising from their graves. The pr |
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Where Is the Fear of God by Kevin Bruce | In this sermon, the speaker discusses the book of Judges and how each generation became progressively worse in their behavior. Despite God's grace and blessings, the people abused |
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Head Covering by Don Courville | In this sermon, the preacher begins by discussing how believers have been made worthy to partake in the inheritance of the saints and have been delivered from the power of darkness |
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What Is It to Preach the Gospel? by Henry Mahan | Henry Mahan passionately preaches about the necessity and dedication to preach the gospel, emphasizing the life and transformation of the apostle Paul as an example. He highlights |
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Reverent Worship by A.W. Tozer | A.W. Tozer emphasizes the need for reverent worship, critiquing popular songs that lack depth and sincerity in their praise of Christ. He argues that many contemporary expressions |
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Exposition on Psalm 90 by St. Augustine | St. Augustine preaches on Psalm 89, reflecting on Moses as the man of God who received the law and led the people through the wilderness. He delves into the eternal nature of God a |
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Letter 62 by James Bourne | James Bourne, in a letter to Mr. Nunn in Maidstone, August 1834, expresses his struggles with doubts about his own honesty and the fear of darkness at the end, yet finds comfort in |