Psalms 97 (KJV)

12 verses · King James Version · Formal equivalence (word-for-word)

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Psalms Chapter 97 contains 12 verses and is presented here in the King James Version (KJV), which uses a formal equivalence (word-for-word) approach. Read the full text below, compare with other translations, or navigate to any of the 150 chapters in Psalms.

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1The LORD reigneth; let the earth rejoice; let the multitude of isles be glad thereof. <sup>multitude: Heb. many, or, great isles</sup>

2Clouds and darkness are round about him: righteousness and judgment are the habitation of his throne. <sup>habitation: or, establishment</sup>

3A fire goeth before him, and burneth up his enemies round about.

4His lightnings enlightened the world: the earth saw, and trembled.

5The hills melted like wax at the presence of the LORD, at the presence of the Lord of the whole earth.

6The heavens declare his righteousness, and all the people see his glory.

7Confounded be all they that serve graven images, that boast themselves of idols: worship him, all ye gods.

8Zion heard, and was glad; and the daughters of Judah rejoiced because of thy judgments, O LORD.

9For thou, LORD, art high above all the earth: thou art exalted far above all gods.

10Ye that love the LORD, hate evil: he preserveth the souls of his saints; he delivereth them out of the hand of the wicked.

11Light is sown for the righteous, and gladness for the upright in heart.

12Rejoice in the LORD, ye righteous; and give thanks at the remembrance of his holiness. <sup>at: or, to the memorial</sup>

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What is Psalms 97 in the KJV?

Psalms 97 in the King James Version (KJV) contains 12 verses. The KJV uses a formal equivalence (word-for-word) approach, first published in 1611.

How does the KJV translate Psalms 97 differently?

The King James Version uses formal equivalence (word-for-word), preserving the classic English of 1611. Compare this with the NIV (dynamic equivalence) version of Psalms 97 for a different perspective.

How many verses are in Psalms 97 (KJV)?

Psalms Chapter 97 contains 12 verses in the King James Version. The book of Psalms has 150 chapters total.

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