Psalms 98:7

Let the sea roar, and the fulness thereof; the world, and they that dwell therein.

Let the sea {H3220} roar {H7481}, and the fulness {H4393} thereof; the world {H8398}, and they that dwell {H3427} therein.

Let the sea roar, and everything in it; the world, and those living in it.

Let the sea resound, and all that fills it, the world, and all who dwell in it.

Let the sea roar, and the fulness thereof; The world, and they that dwell therein;

Psalm 98:7 is a powerful call for all creation to join in a symphony of praise to God, anticipating His righteous return and judgment. This verse extends the invitation to worship beyond humanity, encompassing the vastness of the natural world.

Context

Psalm 98 is a joyous hymn, often categorized as a "royal psalm" or a psalm of God's reign. It begins by celebrating the Lord's "marvellous things" and His salvation (Psalm 98:1-3). The psalm then calls all people to make a "joyful noise" to the Lord with instruments (Psalm 98:4-6). Verse 7 broadens this call, inviting the sea, the world, and all its inhabitants to participate in this grand, universal chorus of adoration, culminating in the anticipation of God coming to judge the earth with righteousness (Psalm 98:9).

Key Themes

  • Universal Praise: The verse vividly portrays an all-encompassing worship, where even inanimate elements of creation are personified as joining in praise. This highlights God's supreme sovereignty over everything He has made.
  • God's Sovereignty Over Creation: The command for the sea to "roar" underscores that creation responds to the Creator's will. It is not merely a passive backdrop but an active participant in declaring God's glory, echoing themes found in Psalm 19:1.
  • Anticipation of Divine Judgment: The psalm's broader context suggests that this cosmic praise is offered in anticipation of God's just rule and judgment over the earth, where all things will be set right.

Linguistic Insights

  • The Hebrew word for "roar," sha'ag (שָׁאַג), is often used to describe the roar of a lion or the sound of thunder. Here, applied to the sea, it evokes a powerful, majestic, and awe-inspiring sound, not chaotic noise but a deliberate, resonant declaration of praise.
  • "The fulness thereof" (מְלֹאוֹ, melo'o) refers to everything contained within the sea – its creatures, its depths, its vastness – signifying that every aspect of this immense part of creation is called to participate.

Practical Application

For believers today, Psalm 98:7 serves as a powerful reminder of God's immense glory and the scope of His dominion. It challenges us to:

  • Join the Cosmic Chorus: If even the sea and the world's inhabitants are called to praise, how much more should humanity, made in God's image, offer heartfelt worship? Our praise should be fervent and unrestrained.
  • Recognize God in Creation: This verse encourages us to see the hand of God in the natural world. The grandeur of the ocean, the majesty of mountains, and the diversity of life all silently declare God's power and wisdom, inviting us to a deeper appreciation of the Creator, as referenced in Romans 1:20.
  • Live in Expectation: The psalm's anticipation of God's righteous coming should inspire us to live lives that reflect His holiness and justice, knowing that all creation awaits His ultimate rule.
Note: Commentary was generated by an advanced AI, utilizing a prompt that emphasized Biblical fidelity over bias. We've found these insights to be consistently reliable, yet we always encourage prayerful discernment through the Holy Spirit. The Scripture text and cross-references are from verified, non-AI sources.

  • Isaiah 49:13

    ¶ Sing, O heavens; and be joyful, O earth; and break forth into singing, O mountains: for the LORD hath comforted his people, and will have mercy upon his afflicted.

  • Psalms 96:11

    Let the heavens rejoice, and let the earth be glad; let the sea roar, and the fulness thereof.

  • Psalms 97:1

    ¶ The LORD reigneth; let the earth rejoice; let the multitude of isles be glad [thereof].

  • Psalms 24:1

    ¶ A Psalm of David. The earth [is] the LORD'S, and the fulness thereof; the world, and they that dwell therein.

  • Isaiah 61:11

    For as the earth bringeth forth her bud, and as the garden causeth the things that are sown in it to spring forth; so the Lord GOD will cause righteousness and praise to spring forth before all the nations.

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