Psalms Chapter 29 · Verse 4
The voice of the LORD is powerful; the voice of the LORD is full of majesty.
Original Language Analysis
יְ֝הוָ֗ה
of the LORD
H3068
יְ֝הוָ֗ה
of the LORD
Strong's:
H3068
Word #:
2 of 6
(the) self-existent or eternal; jeho-vah, jewish national name of god
בַּכֹּ֑חַ
is powerful
H3581
בַּכֹּ֑חַ
is powerful
Strong's:
H3581
Word #:
3 of 6
vigor, literally (force, in a good or a bad sense) or figuratively (capacity, means, produce)
Cross References
Ezekiel 10:5And the sound of the cherubims' wings was heard even to the outer court, as the voice of the Almighty God when he speaketh.Psalms 68:33To him that rideth upon the heavens of heavens, which were of old; lo, he doth send out his voice, and that a mighty voice.Isaiah 66:6A voice of noise from the city, a voice from the temple, a voice of the LORD that rendereth recompence to his enemies.Psalms 33:9For he spake, and it was done; he commanded, and it stood fast.Luke 4:36And they were all amazed, and spake among themselves, saying, What a word is this! for with authority and power he commandeth the unclean spirits, and they come out.
Historical Context
At Sinai, God's thunderous voice terrified Israel (Ex. 19:16-19). His voice through prophets commanded and warned. The early church experienced the Spirit's powerful voice at Pentecost. God's word accomplishes His purposes.
Questions for Reflection
- How do you respond to Scripture as 'the powerful voice of the LORD'?
- What does the 'majesty' of God's voice teach about reverent Bible reading?
Analysis & Commentary
The declaration 'The voice of the LORD is powerful; the voice of the LORD is full of majesty' describes divine speech's authority and glory. God's voice creates (Gen. 1), commands (Ex. 19), and judges (Rev. 1:10-11). Reformed theology emphasizes that Scripture is God's powerful, majestic voice—efficacious and authoritative. When God speaks, things happen (Heb. 4:12). The repetition emphasizes certainty and awe. Divine speech demands response—obedience or rebellion.