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Oh let the nations be glad and sing for joy, For you will judge the peoples with equity, And govern the nations on earth. Selah.
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God's Rule is Good News
The verse calls all nations to rejoice because God's rule is not harsh, but equitable and just. Commentators highlight that the word for "govern" also means "to lead," like a shepherd guiding his flock (Psalms 23:3). This reveals that God's active judgment and guidance are sources of security, happiness, and salvation for all people.
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18th Century
Presbyterian
O let the nations be glad, and sing for joy — All the nations of the earth. Let them all be made acquainted with you; with your character;…
19th Century
Anglican
For you will judge: —Better, for you judge.
And govern... —Better, and you lead. The word…
17th Century
Reformed Baptist
O let the nations be glad and sing for joy As they were glad, and did sing for joy, and glorified God, when Christ w…
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