United Commentaries

Ps.93.1-100.5

These psalms challenge the doubts created by the Exile (see Ps 89) and answer the questions asked in 90:11, 13. The Lord has established a kingdom (Ps 93) that is characterized by the punishment of the wicked (Ps 94), reverent obedience among his people (Ps 95), justice for the poor (Ps 96), celebration in Zion (Ps 97), salvation for Israel (Ps 98), holiness (Ps 99), and praise (Ps 100).

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The everlasting Lord gloriously establishes his kingship (cp. Pss 47, 99–100).

Ps.93.1

robed in majesty: The Lord stands victorious both before and after battle (see 45:3).

Ps.93.3-4

God’s victory over natural chaos gives the psalmist confidence that the Lord will also defeat his present enemies (cp. Jer 46:8; 47:2).

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Through his stable rule and royal laws, the Lord orders the world.

Your reign (literally your house): The house from which God reigns might be the Lord’s heavenly palace or the earthly Temple.