Psalms 96:4
For the LORD is great, and greatly to be praised! He is to be feared above all gods.
World English Bible
In The King James Version
For the LORD is great, and greatly to be praised: he is to be feared above all gods.
In Context
3Declare his glory among the nations, his marvelous works among all the peoples.
5For all the gods of the peoples are idols, but the LORD made the heavens.
Cross References
Exodus 18:11Now I know that the LORD is greater than all gods because of the way that they treated people arrogantly.”
2 Chronicles 2:4Behold, I am about to build a house for the name of the LORD my God, to dedicate it to him, to burn before him incense of sweet spices, for the continual show bread, and for the burnt offerings morning and evening, on the Sabbaths, on the new moons, and on the set feasts of the LORD our God. This is an ordinance forever to Israel.
Psalms 18:3I call on the LORD, who is worthy to be praised; and I am saved from my enemies.
Psalms 66:3Tell God, “How awesome are your deeds! Through the greatness of your power, your enemies submit themselves to you.
Psalms 76:7You, even you, are to be feared. Who can stand in your sight when you are angry?
Psalms 89:7a very awesome God in the council of the holy ones, to be feared above all those who are around him?
Matthew Henry on Psalms 96:2-10
An Invitation to Praise and Honour God; A Call to Glorify God. 1 O sing unto the Lord a new song: sing unto the Lord , all the earth. 2 Sing unto the Lord , bless his name; show forth his salvation from day to day. 3 Declare his glory among the heathen, his wonders among all people. 4 For the Lord is great, and greatly to be praised: he is to be feared above all gods. 5 For all the gods of the nations are idols: but the Lord made the heavens. 6 Honour and majesty are before him: strength and beauty are in his… Read the whole commentary →