Theme

The LORD Reigns

Outline

1-6, The Lord of Sinai Comes to Reign 7-9, Idolaters Shamed and Believers Rejoiced 10-12, Hate Evil and Love Yahweh

Key Verse

(97:1) The LORD reigns; let the earth rejoice; let the multitude of isles be glad!

Notes

Psalm 97 features a chiastic structure highlighting God's reign, the contrast between idolaters and believers, and the call to hate evil while loving Yahweh, concluding with joy for the righteous.