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Sing, you heavens, for Yahweh has done it; shout, you lower parts of the earth; break forth into singing, you mountains, O forest, and every tree therein: for Yahweh has redeemed Jacob, and will glorify himself in Israel.
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All Creation Sings
Scholars explain that this verse uses powerful poetic language, calling on the entire universe—from the heavens to the depths of the earth—to celebrate God's actions. This isn't just a figure of speech; it shows that God's redemption of His people is an event of cosmic significance, so profound that all of creation is invited to join in the song of praise.
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Isaiah
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18th Century
Theologian
Sing, O ye heavens—(). It is common in the sacred writings to call on the heavens, the earth, and all created things to join in the…
19th Century
Bishop
The Lord hath done it. —The pronoun supplied in the Authorized Version refers to the redemption of Isaiah 44:22; but the word may …
Preacher
I have formed thee; thou art my servant: O Israel, thou shalt not be forgotten of me. I have blotted out, as a thick cloud, thy transgressions,…
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16th Century
Praise, O ye heavens. He now exhorts the Jews to offer thanksgiving, not only that they may testify their gratitude, but also that their o…
17th Century
Pastor
Sing, O you heavens, for the Lord has done it Done what he promised, the forgiveness of the sins of his people, and …
Minister
Return to me. It is the great concern of those who have backslidden from God, like the Jews of old, to hasten their return to him. The work of rede…
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