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Psalm 68:3 Meaning

But let the righteous be glad; let them rejoice before God: yea, let them exceedingly rejoice.

Context Explained

1Let God arise, let his enemies be scattered: let them also that hate him flee before him.

2As smoke is driven away, so drive them away: as wax melteth before the fire, so let the wicked perish at the presence of God.

3But let the righteous be glad; let them rejoice before God: yea, let them exceedingly rejoice.

4Sing unto God, sing praises to his name: extol him that rideth upon the heavens by his name JAH, and rejoice before him.

5A father of the fatherless, and a judge of the widows, is God in his holy habitation.

Key Themes

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Related Cross References

  • Philippians 4:4

    Both verses encourage rejoicing in the Lord.

  • Psalm 32:11

    Both verses call for gladness among the righteous.

  • Romans 14:17

    The kingdom of God is characterized by righteousness, peace, and joy.

Source: Psalm 68:3