King James Version

What Does Psalms 93:4 Mean?

Psalms 93:4 in the King James Version says “The LORD on high is mightier than the noise of many waters, yea, than the mighty waves of the sea. — study this verse from Psalms chapter 93 with commentary, cross-references, and original Hebrew word analysis.

The LORD on high is mightier than the noise of many waters, yea, than the mighty waves of the sea.

Psalms 93:4 · KJV


Context

2

Thy throne is established of old: thou art from everlasting. of old: Heb. from then

3

The floods have lifted up, O LORD, the floods have lifted up their voice; the floods lift up their waves.

4

The LORD on high is mightier than the noise of many waters, yea, than the mighty waves of the sea.

5

Thy testimonies are very sure: holiness becometh thine house, O LORD, for ever . for ever: Heb. to length of days


Commentary

KJV Study Commentary
The comparative 'mightier than' (adir—magnificent, powerful) establishes God's absolute supremacy over all natural and spiritual forces. The parallelism between 'noise of many waters' and 'mighty waves of the sea' encompasses both auditory and visual representations of overwhelming power—yet God is greater still. 'The LORD on high' emphasizes both His transcendent position and His authority. This verse demonstrates that no force in creation can threaten God's sovereign rule.

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Historical & Cultural Context

Israel's deliverance at the Red Sea provided a historical reference point for God's power over waters, transforming natural imagery into redemptive theology.

Reflection Questions

  1. When you feel overwhelmed by powerful forces beyond your control, how does God's superior might encourage you?
  2. What 'mighty waves' in your life need to be brought under submission to God's authority?

Original Language Analysis

Hebrew · 9 words
מִקֹּל֨וֹת׀1 of 9

than the noise

H6963

a voice or sound

מַ֤יִם2 of 9

waters

H4325

water; figuratively, juice; by euphemism, urine, semen

רַבִּ֗ים3 of 9

of many

H7227

abundant (in quantity, size, age, number, rank, quality)

אַדִּ֖יר4 of 9

is mightier

H117

wide or (generally) large; figuratively, powerful

מִשְׁבְּרֵי5 of 9

waves

H4867

a breaker (of the sea)

יָ֑ם6 of 9

of the sea

H3220

a sea (as breaking in noisy surf) or large body of water; specifically (with the article), the mediterranean sea; sometimes a large river, or an artif

אַדִּ֖יר7 of 9

is mightier

H117

wide or (generally) large; figuratively, powerful

בַּמָּר֣וֹם8 of 9

on high

H4791

altitude, i.e., concretely (an elevated place), abstractly (elevation, figuratively (elation), or adverbially (aloft)

יְהוָֽה׃9 of 9

The LORD

H3068

(the) self-existent or eternal; jeho-vah, jewish national name of god


Study Guide

Historical Context

This verse is found in the book of Psalms. Understanding the historical and cultural background helps illuminate its meaning for the original audience and for us today.

Theological Significance

Psalms 93:4 contributes to our understanding of God's character and His relationship with humanity. Consider how this verse connects to the broader themes of Scripture.

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