Psalm 33:5

Praise to the Creator · Psalm 33:1–22
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Translations

Modern
The LORD loves righteousness and justice; the earth is full of His loving devotion.
Traditional
He loveth righteousness and judgment: the earth is full of the goodness of the Lord.
Literal
He loves righteousness and justice; the earth is full of the loving devotion of YHWH.
Latin
Diligit misericordiam et judicium; misericordia Domini plena est terra.

Original

Hebrew
English
The LORD loves righteousness and justice; the earth is full of His loving devotion.

Notes

God's word shows his character and power.

This hymn of creation (see also Psalms 8, 19, 104, 145) might be a continuation of Psalm 32. It urges readers to praise God (Psalm 33:1–3), to recognize the power of his word in creation (33:4–7), and to respect the Creator (33:8–11). It gives hope to forgiven sinners (Psalm 32) that they can live a new life in the fear of the Lord and under divine protection.

Theme notes and profiles

The Creator-King

Parallels

Psalm 148:1–14

Glossary

Bible, Manuscripts and Text of the (New Testament) David Music Psalms, Book of

Topics

Beauty of the Earth Creation: Exhibits: The Goodness of God God: Goodness of God: Holiness of God: Judge, and his Justice The Earth: Full of God's Goodness The Goodness of God: Declared to Be: Abundant