King James Version:
(The Lord speaking is red text)
Thy way, O God, [is] in the sanctuary: who [is so] great a God as [our] God?
Complete Jewish Bible:
God, your way is in holiness. What god is as great as God?
Berean Standard Bible:
Your way, O God, is holy. What god is so great as our God?
American Standard Version:
Thy way, O God, is in the sanctuary: Who is a great god like unto God?
KJV with Strong’s Numbers:
Thy way{H1870}, O God{H430}, is in the sanctuary{H6944}: who is so great{H1419} a God{H410} as our God{H430}?
Cross-References (KJV):
Psalms 73:17
- Until I went into the sanctuary of God; [then] understood I their end.
Exodus 15:11
- Who [is] like unto thee, O LORD, among the gods? who [is] like thee, glorious in holiness, fearful [in] praises, doing wonders?
Isaiah 40:25
- To whom then will ye liken me, or shall I be equal? saith the Holy One.
Psalms 89:6
- For who in the heaven can be compared unto the LORD? [who] among the sons of the mighty can be likened unto the LORD?
Psalms 89:8
- O LORD God of hosts, who [is] a strong LORD like unto thee? or to thy faithfulness round about thee?
Deuteronomy 32:31
- For their rock [is] not as our Rock, even our enemies themselves [being] judges.
Psalms 27:4
- One [thing] have I desired of the LORD, that will I seek after; that I may dwell in the house of the LORD all the days of my life, to behold the beauty of the LORD, and to enquire in his temple.
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Commentary for Psalms 77:13
Psalm 77:13 is part of a larger psalm traditionally attributed to Asaph, a Levite and one of the leaders of David's choir. The verse is set within a lament psalm, which is a type of psalm that expresses sorrow, suffering, or a crisis of faith, often moving from a lament to a statement of trust or praise.
In the historical context, the people of Israel would have understood "the sanctuary" as a reference to the Tabernacle or the Temple in Jerusalem, which was the earthly dwelling place of God's presence. The sanctuary was the holiest site for the Israelites, the place where God's presence was most palpable and where sacred rituals were performed.
The theme of Psalm 77:13 emphasizes the greatness and uniqueness of God. The psalmist declares that God's way, or God's actions and character, are revealed in the sanctuary, implying that it is in the sacred space where one can truly perceive and understand the nature of the divine. The rhetorical question, "Who [is so] great a God as [our] God?" underscores the incomparable majesty and supremacy of the God of Israel. It is a declaration of faith and an acknowledgment of God's power and glory, which surpasses any other gods or entities worshiped by surrounding nations.
This verse reflects the monotheistic belief of ancient Israel, affirming that their God is not just one among many; rather, He is unique and peerless in His greatness. The psalmist's affirmation serves to reassure the faithful in times of distress that their God, who reveals Himself in the sanctuary, is matchless and worthy of all praise and devotion. It is a call to remember God's sovereignty and to find comfort and hope in His incomparable nature, even when facing difficult circumstances.
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Strong's Numbers and Definitions:
Note: H = Hebrew (OT), G = Greek (NT)
- Strong's Number: H1870
There are 627 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: דֶּרֶךְ
Transliteration: derek
Pronunciation: deh'-rek
Description: from דָּרַךְ; a road (as trodden); figuratively, a course of life or mode of action, often adverb; along, away, because of, [phrase] by, conversation, custom, (east-) ward, journey, manner, passenger, through, toward, (high-) (path-) way(-side), whither(-soever). - Strong's Number: H430
There are 2334 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: אֱלֹהִים
Transliteration: ʼĕlôhîym
Pronunciation: el-o-heem'
Description: plural of אֱלוֹהַּ; gods in the ordinary sense; but specifically used (in the plural thus, especially with the article) of the supreme God; occasionally applied by way of deference to magistrates; and sometimes as a superlative; angels, [idiom] exceeding, God (gods) (-dess, -ly), [idiom] (very) great, judges, [idiom] mighty. - Strong's Number: H6944
There are 382 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: קֹדֶשׁ
Transliteration: qôdesh
Pronunciation: ko'-desh
Description: from קָדַשׁ; a sacred place or thing; rarely abstract, sanctity; consecrated (thing), dedicated (thing), hallowed (thing), holiness, ([idiom] most) holy ([idiom] day, portion, thing), saint, sanctuary. - Strong's Number: H1419
There are 499 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: גָּדוֹל
Transliteration: gâdôwl
Pronunciation: gaw-dole'
Description: or גָּדֹל; (shortened) from גָּדַל; great (in any sense); hence, older; also insolent; [phrase] aloud, elder(-est), [phrase] exceeding(-ly), [phrase] far, (man of) great (man, matter, thing,-er,-ness), high, long, loud, mighty, more, much, noble, proud thing, [idiom] sore, ([idiom]) very. - Strong's Number: H410
There are 307 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: אֵל
Transliteration: ʼêl
Pronunciation: ale
Description: shortened from אַיִל; strength; as adjective, mighty; especially the Almighty (but used also of any deity); God (god), [idiom] goodly, [idiom] great, idol, might(-y one), power, strong. Compare names in '-el.'