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The Meaning of "Fear"
Commentators clarify that the call to "fear the Lord" is not about being terrified, but about expressing profound reverence, worship, and adoration. Albert Barnes and John Calvin explain that this awe-filled respect is the core of true worship, an appropriate response to God's majesty.
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Albert Barnes
On Psalms 33:8
18th Century
Theologian
Let all the earth – All the inhabitants of the earth.
Fear the Lord – Worship and adore a Being of so great power. See the note…
Charles Spurgeon
On Psalm 33:7–9
19th Century
Preacher
He gathereth the waters of the sea together as an heap: he layeth up the depth in storehouses. Let all the earth fear the LORD: let all the inh…
John Calvin
On Psalms 33:8
16th Century
Theologian
Let all the earth fear Jehovah. The Psalmist concludes that there is just reason why the whole world should reverently submit itself to th…
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John Gill
On Psalms 33:8
17th Century
Pastor
Let all the earth fear the Lord
That is, all the men that dwell upon the face of the earth. As it follows,
Matthew Henry
On Psalms 33:1–11
17th Century
Minister
Holy joy is the heart and soul of praise, and that is here urged upon the righteous. Thankful praise is the breath and language of holy joy. Religi…