The Lord gave the word: great [was] the company of those that published [it].
The Lord {H136} gave {H5414}{H8799)} the word {H562}: great {H7227} was the company {H6635} of those that published {H1319}{H8764)} it.
Adonai gives the command; the women with the good news are a mighty army.
The Lord gives the command; a great company of women proclaim it:
The Lord giveth the word: The women that publish the tidings are a great host.
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Exodus 15:20
And Miriam the prophetess, the sister of Aaron, took a timbrel in her hand; and all the women went out after her with timbrels and with dances. -
Exodus 17:9
And Moses said unto Joshua, Choose us out men, and go out, fight with Amalek: to morrow I will stand on the top of the hill with the rod of God in mine hand. -
Exodus 17:16
For he said, Because the LORD hath sworn [that] the LORD [will have] war with Amalek from generation to generation. -
Psalms 68:25
The singers went before, the players on instruments [followed] after; among [them were] the damsels playing with timbrels. -
Exodus 14:15
¶ And the LORD said unto Moses, Wherefore criest thou unto me? speak unto the children of Israel, that they go forward: -
Psalms 40:3
And he hath put a new song in my mouth, [even] praise unto our God: many shall see [it], and fear, and shall trust in the LORD. -
Judges 4:6
And she sent and called Barak the son of Abinoam out of Kedeshnaphtali, and said unto him, Hath not the LORD God of Israel commanded, [saying], Go and draw toward mount Tabor, and take with thee ten thousand men of the children of Naphtali and of the children of Zebulun?
Psalm 68:11 (KJV) declares, "The Lord gave the word: great [was] the company of those that published [it]." This powerful verse celebrates God's divine initiative and the enthusiastic human response to His message.
Context
Psalm 68 is a magnificent psalm of triumph, often associated with a procession of the Ark of the Covenant or a great military victory. It extols God as a mighty warrior and gracious deliverer, leading His people to victory and dwelling among them. The psalm paints vivid pictures of God's power over His enemies and His benevolent care for the fatherless and widows (Psalm 68:5). Verse 11 specifically highlights how God's decrees or revelations are not kept secret but are widely proclaimed by His people.
Key Themes
Linguistic Insights
Practical Application
Psalm 68:11 holds timeless relevance for believers today. It reminds us that:
This verse encourages us to be active, enthusiastic participants in sharing the divine message, recognizing that the source of the message is God Himself, and the impact of its proclamation is profound.