Psalm 89:1-18

Psalm 89In Hebrew texts 89:1-52 is numbered 89:2-53. 1A maskil Title: Probably a literary or musical term of Ethan the Ezrahite. I will sing of the LORD ’s great love forever; with my mouth I will make your faithfulness known through all generations.

2I will declare that your love stands firm forever, that you have established your faithfulness in heaven itself.

3You said, “I have made a covenant with my chosen one, I have sworn to David my servant,

4‘I will establish your line forever and make your throne firm through all generations.’ ” The Hebrew has Selah (a word of uncertain meaning) here and at the end of verses 37, 45 and 48.

5The heavens praise your wonders, LORD, your faithfulness too, in the assembly of the holy ones.

6For who in the skies above can compare with the LORD ? Who is like the LORD among the heavenly beings?

7In the council of the holy ones God is greatly feared; he is more awesome than all who surround him.

8Who is like you, LORD God Almighty? You, LORD, are mighty, and your faithfulness surrounds you.

9You rule over the surging sea; when its waves mount up, you still them.

10You crushed Rahab like one of the slain; with your strong arm you scattered your enemies.

11The heavens are yours, and yours also the earth; you founded the world and all that is in it.

12You created the north and the south; Tabor and Hermon sing for joy at your name.

13Your arm is endowed with power; your hand is strong, your right hand exalted.

14Righteousness and justice are the foundation of your throne; love and faithfulness go before you.

15Blessed are those who have learned to acclaim you, who walk in the light of your presence, LORD .

16They rejoice in your name all day long; they celebrate your righteousness.

17For you are their glory and strength, and by your favor you exalt our horn. Horn here symbolizes strong one.

18Indeed, our shield Or sovereign belongs to the LORD, our king to the Holy One of Israel.