Translations
Modern
The voice of the LORD is powerful; the voice of the LORD is majestic.
Traditional
The voice of the Lord is powerful; the voice of the Lord is full of majesty.
Literal
The voice of YHWH is with power, the voice of YHWH is with majesty.
Latin
Vox Domini in virtute; vox Domini in magnificentia.
Original
Hebrew
English
The voice of the LORD is powerful; the voice of the LORD is majestic.
Notes
The Hebrew word qol can mean "voice," "noise" (1 Kings 1:45), or "thunder" (Joel 3:16). The Lord's voice is awe-inspiring and overpowers any sounds people might attribute to other gods.
This nature hymn in praise of the Creator declares that the Lord holds all power over nature. God uses the same unsurpassed strength to care for his people.
Theme notes and profiles
Glossary
Topics
God: Glory of God: Power of Meteorology and Celestial Phenomena: General Scriptures Concerning