Translations
Modern
The voice of the LORD strikes with flames of fire.
Traditional
The voice of the Lord divideth the flames of fire.
Literal
The voice of YHWH is hewing flames of fire.
Latin
Vox Domini intercidentis flammam ignis;
Original
Hebrew
English
The voice of the LORD strikes with flames of fire.
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: Power of Meteorology and Celestial Phenomena: General Scriptures Concerning