Psalm 47
Theme
God is King Over All the Earth
Outline
1, Praise of the Peoples 2-3, The Conquering King 4, Inheritance 5, Triumph 6, Praise 7-8, The King of the Nations 9, Peoples Assemble to Praise
Key Verse
(47:7) For God is the King of all the earth; sing praises with understanding. (47:1) Oh, clap your hands, all you peoples! Shout to God with the voice of triumph!
Notes
Psalm 47 reflects the narrative of David's triumph and the bringing of the ark into Jerusalem, paralleling events in 2 Samuel. It features a chiastic structure emphasizing themes of praise, conquest, and the king's authority, culminating in the assembly of nations to honor God.