Psalms 96:4

4 For great is the LORD and most worthy of praise; he is to be feared above all gods.

Psalms 96:4 in Other Translations

KJV
4 For the LORD is great, and greatly to be praised: he is to be feared above all gods.
ESV
4 For great is the LORD, and greatly to be praised; he is to be feared above all gods.
NLT
4 Great is the LORD ! He is most worthy of praise! He is to be feared above all gods.
MSG
4 For God is great, and worth a thousand Hallelujahs. His terrible beauty makes the gods look cheap;
CSB
4 For the Lord is great and is highly praised; He is feared above all gods.

Psalms 96:4 In-Context

2 Sing to the LORD, praise his name; proclaim his salvation day after day.
3 Declare his glory among the nations, his marvelous deeds among all peoples.
4 For great is the LORD and most worthy of praise; he is to be feared above all gods.
5 For all the gods of the nations are idols, but the LORD made the heavens.
6 Splendor and majesty are before him; strength and glory are in his sanctuary.

Cross References 3

  • 1. S Psalms 48:1; Psalms 18:3; Psalms 145:3
  • 2. S Deuteronomy 28:58; S 1 Chronicles 16:25; Psalms 89:7
  • 3. S Psalms 95:3
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