Psalms 96:4
For the LORD is great, and greatly to be praised: he is to be feared above all gods.
Updated King James Version
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 heathen, his wonders among all people.
5For all the gods of the nations are idols: but the LORD made the heavens.
Cross References
Exodus 18:11Now I know that the LORD is greater than all gods: for in the thing wherein they dealt proudly he was above them.
2 Chronicles 2:4Behold, I build an house to the name of the LORD my God, to dedicate it to him, and to burn before him sweet incense, and for the continual showbread, and for the burnt offerings morning and evening, on the sabbaths, and on the new moons, and on the solemn feasts of the LORD our God. This is an ordinance for ever to Israel.
Psalms 18:3I will call upon the LORD, who is worthy to be praised: so shall I be saved from mine enemies.
Psalms 66:3Say unto God, How terrible are you in your works! through the greatness of your power shall yours enemies submit themselves unto you.
Psalms 76:7You, even you, are to be feared: and who may stand in your sight when once you are angry?
Psalms 89:7God is greatly to be feared in the assembly of the saints, and to be had in reverence of all them that are about 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 →