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In his hand are the deep places of the earth. The heights of the mountains are also his.

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God's Total Sovereignty

Commentators explain that this verse declares God's absolute sovereignty. His hand holds not only the visible heights of the mountains but also the "deep places"—the hidden, mysterious, and inaccessible parts of the earth, like mines or ocean trenches. This imagery emphasizes that no part of creation is outside of God's complete ownership and control.

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Albert Barnes

Albert Barnes

On Psalms 95:4

18th Century

Theologian

In his hand — In his power, or under his control as his own. That is, he so possesses all things that they can be claimed by no oth…

Charles Ellicott

Charles Ellicott

On Psalms 95:4

19th Century

Bishop

Deep places. —From a root meaning “to search,” perhaps by digging. Thus, either “mines” or “mineral wealth.”

Streng…

Charles Spurgeon

Charles Spurgeon

On Psalm 95:4

19th Century

Preacher

In his hand are the deep place of the earth: the strength of the hills is his also.

Low and high, mysterious, sublime, the dominion …

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John Gill

John Gill

On Psalms 95:4

17th Century

Pastor

In his hand are the deep places of the earth
The "penetrals" F3 of it; not only what are penetrated by me…

Matthew Henry

Matthew Henry

On Psalms 95:1–7

17th Century

Minister

Whenever we come into God's presence, we must come with thanksgiving. The Lord is to be praised; we do not lack subject matter for praise, and it w…