New International Version kings of the earth and all nations, you princes and all rulers on earth, New Living Translation kings of the earth and all people, rulers and judges of the earth, English Standard Version Kings of the earth and all peoples, princes and all rulers of the earth! 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Translations from Aramaic Lamsa BibleKings of the earth and all people, princes and all judges of the earth, Peshitta Holy Bible Translated Kings of the earth and all peoples, Princes and all Judges of the earth! OT Translations JPS Tanakh 1917Kings of the earth and all peoples, Princes and all judges of the earth; Brenton Septuagint Translation kings of the earth, and all peoples; princes, and all judges of the earth: Additional Translations ... Audio Bible (Voice ▾ Musical ▾) Context Praise the LORD From the Heavens!…10wild animals and all cattle, crawling creatures and flying birds, 11kings of the earth and all peoples, princes and all rulers of the earth, 12young men and maidens, old and young together.… Cross References kings of the earth and all peoples Psalm 72:11 May all kings bow down to him and all nations serve him. Psalm 138:4-5 All the kings of the earth will give You thanks, O LORD, when they hear the words of Your mouth. / They will sing of the ways of the LORD, for the glory of the LORD is great. Psalm 117:1 Praise the LORD, all you nations! Extol Him, all you peoples! princes and all rulers of the earth Proverbs 8:15-16 By me kings reign, and rulers enact just laws; / By me princes rule, and all nobles who govern justly. Psalm 2:10-12 Therefore be wise, O kings; be admonished, O judges of the earth. / Serve the LORD with fear, and rejoice with trembling. / Kiss the Son, lest He be angry and you perish in your rebellion, when His wrath ignites in an instant. Blessed are all who take refuge in Him. Isaiah 40:23 He brings the princes to nothing and makes the rulers of the earth meaningless. Revelation 19:16 And He has a name written on His robe and on His thigh: KING OF KINGS AND LORD OF LORDS. Daniel 2:47 The king said to Daniel, “Your God is truly the God of gods and Lord of kings, the Revealer of Mysteries, since you were able to reveal this mystery.” 1 Timothy 6:15 which the blessed and only Sovereign One—the King of kings and Lord of lords—will bring about in His own time. Revelation 1:5 and from Jesus Christ, the faithful witness, the firstborn from the dead, and the ruler of the kings of the earth. To Him who loves us and has released us from our sins by His blood, Philippians 2:10-11 that at the name of Jesus every knee should bow, in heaven and on earth and under the earth, / and every tongue confess that Jesus Christ is Lord, to the glory of God the Father. Romans 13:1 Everyone must submit himself to the governing authorities, for there is no authority except that which is from God. The authorities that exist have been appointed by God. 1 Peter 2:13-14 Submit yourselves for the Lord’s sake to every human institution, whether to the king as the supreme authority, / or to governors as those sent by him to punish those who do wrong and to praise those who do right. Matthew 28:18 Then Jesus came to them and said, “All authority in heaven and on earth has been given to Me. Ephesians 1:21 far above all rule and authority, power and dominion, and every name that is named, not only in the present age but also in the one to come. Colossians 1:16 For in Him all things were created, things in heaven and on earth, visible and invisible, whether thrones or dominions or rulers or authorities. All things were created through Him and for Him. Treasury of Scripture Kings of the earth, and all people; princes, and all judges of the earth: kings Psalm 2:10-12 Be wise now therefore, O ye kings: be instructed, ye judges of the earth… Psalm 22:27-29 All the ends of the world shall remember and turn unto the LORD: and all the kindreds of the nations shall worship before thee… Psalm 66:1-4 To the chief Musician, A Song or Psalm. Make a joyful noise unto God, all ye lands: … Jump to Previous Chiefs Earth Judges Kings Nations Peoples Princes RulersJump to Next Chiefs Earth Judges Kings Nations Peoples Princes RulersPsalm 148 1. The psalmist exhorts the celestial7. The terrestrial 11. And the rational creatures to praise God kings of the earth and all peoples, Earthly kings, though powerful among men, remain under God’s rule and are called to acknowledge Him. The summons extends beyond rulers to every nation and people, showing that no land or class stands outside the Creator’s authority. Psa 72:11 May all kings bow down to him and all nations serve him. princes and all rulers of the earth, Governors, military leaders, and other officials also bear responsibility before God. Their authority is temporary and delegated; therefore, they are included with all creation in giving honor to the One who rules over every kingdom. Pro 8:15-16 By me kings reign, and rulers enact just laws;… Persons / Places / Events 1. Kings of the EarthRefers to the monarchs and leaders who hold authority over nations. In the context of this Psalm, they are called to join in the universal praise of God. 2. All Peoples This phrase encompasses every individual, regardless of nationality or status, emphasizing the inclusivity of the call to worship. 3. Princes These are the noble or high-ranking officials who assist kings in governance. They, too, are summoned to praise God. 4. Rulers of the Earth This term includes all those in positions of power and governance, highlighting that no authority is exempt from the duty to honor God. Teaching Points Universal Call to WorshipThe Psalm emphasizes that worship is not limited to a specific group but is a universal call to all humanity, including those in positions of power. Recognition of God's Sovereignty Earthly rulers are reminded that their authority is derived from God, and they are accountable to Him. Equality in Worship Regardless of social or political status, all are equal before God in the act of worship, highlighting the unity and equality of all believers. Responsibility of Leaders Those in leadership positions have a unique responsibility to lead by example in worship and acknowledgment of God's authority. Praise as a Unifying Force Worship has the power to unite diverse groups and individuals, transcending cultural and political boundaries. Bible Study Questions and Answers 1. What is the meaning of Psalm 148:11?2. How can leaders today praise God as Psalm 148:11 encourages kings and rulers? 3. What role do "kings" and "rulers" play in leading others to worship God? 4. How does Psalm 148:11 connect with Romans 13:1 about authority and God? 5. How can you encourage leaders to fulfill Psalm 148:11's call to praise God? 6. What practical steps can you take to praise God in your leadership roles? 7. How does Psalm 148:11 emphasize the universality of God's sovereignty over all leaders and nations? 8. Why are kings and rulers specifically mentioned in Psalm 148:11? 9. What historical context influenced the writing of Psalm 148:11? 10. What are the top 10 Lessons from Psalm 148? (11) All people.--And now the whole animate and inanimate universe having been summoned, man takes his place as leader of the choir; and here the poet's language is couched so as to include all, all ranks and nations, of every age, and each sex.Verse 11. - Kings of the earth, and all people; rather, all peoples; or, all nations. Princes, and all judges of the earth. "Kings," "princes," and "judges" represent the upper classes of society; "peoples," or "nations," all the remainder. Together, they include the whole race of mankind. Psalm 148:11 piles up titles—kings, peoples, princes, rulers—to make one sweeping point: every strata of humanity must join creation’s chorus in praising the LORD. From palaces to village streets, the obligation is universal and the privilege is shared. Earthly authority finds its rightful place only when it bows before the greater Authority who made, sustains, and will one day judge all. Parallel Commentaries ... Hebrew kingsמַלְכֵי־ (mal·ḵê-) Noun - masculine plural construct Strong's 4428: A king of the earth אֶ֭רֶץ (’e·reṣ) Noun - feminine singular Strong's 776: Earth, land and all וְכָל־ (wə·ḵāl) Conjunctive waw | Noun - masculine singular construct Strong's 3605: The whole, all, any, every peoples, לְאֻמִּ֑ים (lə·’um·mîm) Noun - masculine plural Strong's 3816: A community princes שָׂ֝רִ֗ים (rîm) Noun - masculine plural Strong's 8269: Chieftain, chief, ruler, official, captain, prince and all וְכָל־ (wə·ḵāl) Conjunctive waw | Noun - masculine singular construct Strong's 3605: The whole, all, any, every rulers שֹׁ֥פְטֵי (šō·p̄ə·ṭê) Verb - Qal - Participle - masculine plural construct Strong's 8199: To judge, pronounce sentence, to vindicate, punish, to govern, to litigate of the earth, אָֽרֶץ׃ (’ā·reṣ) Noun - feminine singular Strong's 776: Earth, land Additonal Resources Psalm 148:11 Blue Letter BiblePsalm 148:11 Bible Gateway Psalm 148:11 Bible.com Psalm 148:11 NIV |
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