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Be exalted, God, above the heavens. Let your glory be over all the earth.
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The Ultimate Priority
Commentators like Albert Barnes and John Gill note that this verse is a direct repetition of verse 5. This isn't a mistake; it's for emphasis. It shows that the psalmist's most intense and ultimate desire—his 'crowning aim'—is not merely his own rescue but the supreme exaltation of God's glory over all creation.
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18th Century
Presbyterian
Be thou exalted, O God, above the heavens - See the notes at (Psalms 57:5). The sentiment here is repeated as being tha…
19th Century
Baptist
I will praise you, O Lord, among the people: I will sing to you among the nations. For your mercy is great to the heavens, and your truth to th…
17th Century
Reformed Baptist
Be you exalted, O God, above the heavens As Christ now is at the Father's right hand, and who is God over all, bless…
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