Psalms 68:32

Old Testament Poetry/Hymns ASV (1901)

What does Psalms 68:32 say?

The American Standard Version records this verse as: “Sing unto God, ye kingdoms of the earth; Oh sing praises unto the Lord; Selah” Read the surrounding verses and the named sources below before drawing broader conclusions.

The verse

Sing unto God, ye kingdoms of the earth; Oh sing praises unto the Lord; Selah
Psalms 68:32 — American Standard Version

Context — Psalms 68

American Standard Version (1901) — public domain. Click any verse for its study page.
32Sing unto God, ye kingdoms of the earth; Oh sing praises unto the Lord; Selah

What do historical commentaries say?

John Gill's Exposition
John Gill (1697–1771) · Exposition of the Old and New Testament · 18th-century historical commentary
“[It is] God that girdeth me with strength, etc.] For battle, as in (<191839>Psalm 18:39); with strength of body and fortitude of mind; both which are from the Lord, and were in David; and were acknowledged by him as bestowed on him by the Lord; and which confirms what he had before said of him: or with spiritual strength, with strength in his soul, against sin, Satan, and the world; and to do the will and work of God: saints are girt by the Lord with the whole armour of God, and among the rest with the girdle of truth; and are prepared and ready to every good work; (see <090204>1 Samuel 2:4). Hannah’s song is again referred to: in (<102233>2 Samuel 22:33), the words are, “God is my strength…”
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Jamieson, Fausset & Brown
Robert Jamieson, A. R. Fausset & David Brown · Commentary Critical and Explanatory on the Whole Bible · 19th-century historical commentary
“To Him who is presented as riding in triumph through His ancient heavens and proclaiming His presence--to Him who, in nature, and still more in the wonders of His spiritual government, out of His holy place (Psa 43:3), is terrible, who rules His Church, and, by His Church, rules the world in righteousness--let all nations and kingdoms give honor and power and dominion evermore. Next: Psalms Chapter 69”
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Barnes' Notes
Albert Barnes (1798–1870) · Notes on the Whole Bible · 19th-century historical commentary
“Sing unto God, ye kingdoms of the earth - That is - that acknowledge the true God - celebrate his praise. The psalmist sees the conversion of the world to God to be so certain an event that he calls on all nations to join in the song. return to 'Top of Page'”
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Tyndale Open Study Notes
Tyndale House Publishers · Tyndale Open Study Notes · Modern study notes
“68:32-35 The psalmist calls for the people to praise God, who is victorious over his enemies. 68:32 The term kingdoms of the earth includes all nations and power structures.”
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Treasury of Scriptural Knowledge
R. A. Torrey and contributors · The Treasury of Scripture Knowledge · Cross-reference reference work
“ye kingdoms: Psa 67:2-5, Psa 100:1, Psa 117:1, Psa 117:2; Deu 32:43; Rom 15:10, Rom 15:11; Rev 15:4 Psalms 68:33”
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