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Lutheran reading notes

In Psalms chapter 93, the wisdom literature continues to explore prayer, worship, lament, praise, and trust in God. Lutheran interpretation often emphasizes humanity’s limitations and the need to rely on God's grace and promises. The chapter highlights the contrast between human striving and the faithfulness of God.

Theme: Wisdom, prayer, and faithful living Key people: Wise figures Key place: Israel Liturgical use: Wisdom lections
1 The LORD reigneth, he is clothed with majesty; the LORD is clothed with strength, {wherewith} he hath girded himself: the world also is stablished, that it cannot be moved.
Psalms 93:1 highlights wisdom, prayer, and faithful living with emphasis on law, gospel, grace, and faith.
2 Thy throne {is} established of old: thou {art} from everlasting. {of old: Heb. from then}
Psalms 93:2 highlights wisdom, prayer, and faithful living with emphasis on law, gospel, grace, and faith.
3 The floods have lifted up, O LORD, the floods have lifted up their voice; the floods lift up their waves.
Psalms 93:3 highlights wisdom, prayer, and faithful living with emphasis on law, gospel, grace, and faith.
4 The LORD on high {is} mightier than the noise of many waters, {yea, than} the mighty waves of the sea.
Psalms 93:4 highlights wisdom, prayer, and faithful living with emphasis on law, gospel, grace, and faith.
5 Thy testimonies are very sure: holiness becometh thine house, O LORD, for ever. {for ever: Heb. to length of days}
Psalms 93:5 highlights wisdom, prayer, and faithful living with emphasis on law, gospel, grace, and faith.