Psalm Chapter 93 KJV
King James Version, Holy Bible
1 The Lord reigneth, he is clothed with majesty; the Lord is clothed with strength, wherewith he hath girded himself: the world also is stablished, that it cannot be moved.
2 Thy throne is established of old: thou art from everlasting.
3 The floods have lifted up, O Lord, the floods have lifted up their voice; the floods lift up their waves.
4 The Lord on high is mightier than the noise of many waters, yea, than the mighty waves of the sea.
5 Thy testimonies are very sure: holiness becometh thine house, O Lord, for ever.
Key Takeaways from This Psalm:
Psalm 93:1
Verse: יְהוָה מָלָךְ
Transliteration: Adonai malakh
English: “The Lord reigns; He is robed in majesty; the Lord is robed; He is girded with strength.”
Focus Word: מָלַךְ (Malakh)
- Root: מ-ל-ך (Mem-Lamed-Kaf)
- Meaning: “To reign,” “to rule,” “to be king.”
- Deeper Insight: Malakh signifies authority, governance, and sovereignty, emphasizing God’s dominion over all creation.
Biblical Scholars On This Chapter:
| Scholar (Institution & Dates) | Work | View on Psalm 93 |
|---|---|---|
| Thomas Scott (University of Edinburgh, 1747–1821) | Commentary on the Holy Bible | Scott depicts God’s reign as eternal and unshakable, commanding awe and worship. |
| John Owen (University of Oxford, 1616–1683) | A Commentary on the Psalms | Owen illustrates that divine authority underpins creation and moral order. |
| George Buchanan (St Andrews / Paris, 1506–1582) | Commentaries on the Psalms | Buchanan highlights the triumph of God’s rule over chaos and opposition. |
| Philip Doddridge (Northampton Academy, 1702–1751) | Family Expositor | Trust in God’s sovereignty inspires confidence amid worldly instability. |
| John Brown (Edinburgh, 1722–1787) | Self-Interpreting Bible | Brown emphasizes the comfort and assurance found in God’s supreme and eternal reign. |
