Psalms 68:14

Authorized King James Version

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When the Almighty scattered kings in it, it was white as snow in Salmon.

Original Language Analysis

בְּפָ֘רֵ֤שׂ scattered H6566
בְּפָ֘רֵ֤שׂ scattered
Strong's: H6566
Word #: 1 of 6
to break apart, disperse, etc
שַׁדַּ֓י When the Almighty H7706
שַׁדַּ֓י When the Almighty
Strong's: H7706
Word #: 2 of 6
the almighty
מְלָ֘כִ֤ים kings H4428
מְלָ֘כִ֤ים kings
Strong's: H4428
Word #: 3 of 6
a king
בָּ֗הּ H0
בָּ֗הּ
Strong's: H0
Word #: 4 of 6
תַּשְׁלֵ֥ג in it it was white as snow H7949
תַּשְׁלֵ֥ג in it it was white as snow
Strong's: H7949
Word #: 5 of 6
to be snow-white (with the linen clothing of the slain)
בְּצַלְמֽוֹן׃ in Salmon H6756
בְּצַלְמֽוֹן׃ in Salmon
Strong's: H6756
Word #: 6 of 6
tsalmon, the name of an israelite

Analysis & Commentary

The Almighty scattering kings 'in it' (the land) was 'white as snow in Salmon'—a mountain in Israel. The image suggests complete victory, like snow covering a dark mountain, making it white and pure. God's triumph over earthly powers is so thorough that the very landscape reflects His purity and holiness. This points to Christ's ultimate victory that will renew all creation (Revelation 21:5).

Historical Context

Mount Salmon's exact location is uncertain, but the image of snow—rare in Israel—emphasizes the extraordinary nature of God's victory. His triumph transforms the battlefield into something beautiful and pure.

Questions for Reflection