King James Version
psalm 24:9 in the King James Version says “Lift up your heads, O ye gates; even lift them up, ye everlasting doors; and the King of glory shall come in.” — study this verse from psalm chapter 24 with commentary, cross-references, and original Greek word analysis.
“Lift up your heads, O ye gates; even lift them up, ye everlasting doors; and the King of glory shall come in.”
psalm 24:9 · King James Version
Lift up your heads, O ye gates; and be ye lift up, ye everlasting doors; and the King of glory shall come in.
Who is this King of glory? The LORD strong and mighty, the LORD mighty in battle.
Lift up your heads, O ye gates; even lift them up, ye everlasting doors; and the King of glory shall come in.
Who is this King of glory? The LORD of hosts, he is the King of glory. Selah.
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