Translations
Modern
The voice of the LORD twists the oaks and strips the forests bare. And in His temple all cry, “Glory!”
Traditional
The voice of the Lord maketh the hinds to calve, and discovereth the forests: and in his temple doth every one speak of his glory.
Literal
The voice of YHWH twists the oaks, and strips bare the forests—and in His temple all of it is saying, “Glory!”
Latin
Vox Domini præparantis cervos: et revelabit condensa, et in templo ejus omnes dicent gloriam.
Original
Hebrew
English
The voice of the LORD twists the oaks and strips the forests bare. And in His temple all cry, “Glory!”
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
Animals: Habits of Church: Temple Forests: The Power of God Extends Over God: Power of Meteorology and Celestial Phenomena: General Scriptures Concerning The Hart: Female of Brings Forth at the Voice of God