Psalms 68:24
They have seen thy goings, O God; even the goings of my God, my King, in the sanctuary.
Original Language Analysis
רָא֣וּ
They have seen
H7200
רָא֣וּ
They have seen
Strong's:
H7200
Word #:
1 of 7
to see, literally or figuratively (in numerous applications, direct and implied, transitive, intransitive and causative)
הֲלִ֘יכ֤וֹת
even the goings
H1979
הֲלִ֘יכ֤וֹת
even the goings
Strong's:
H1979
Word #:
2 of 7
a walking; by implication, a procession or march, a caravan
אֱלֹהִ֑ים
O God
H430
אֱלֹהִ֑ים
O God
Strong's:
H430
Word #:
3 of 7
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
הֲלִ֘יכ֤וֹת
even the goings
H1979
הֲלִ֘יכ֤וֹת
even the goings
Strong's:
H1979
Word #:
4 of 7
a walking; by implication, a procession or march, a caravan
Historical Context
This likely commemorates David bringing the ark to Jerusalem (2 Samuel 6) or Solomon dedicating the temple (1 Kings 8). Such processionals reenacted God's past victories and affirmed His ongoing presence.
Questions for Reflection
- What does it mean to acknowledge God as both 'my God' (personal) and 'my King' (sovereign)?
- How does Christ's ascension into heaven's sanctuary secure your access to God?
- In what ways can your worship reflect the joyful celebration of God's victorious procession?
Analysis & Commentary
The procession of God into the sanctuary represents Israel bringing the ark to the temple or celebrating a festival. 'My God, my King' personalizes the relationship—not just national deity but personal Lord. The procession 'into the sanctuary' foreshadows Christ's ascension into heaven's true sanctuary (Hebrews 9:24) after accomplishing redemption. This victorious entrance celebrates completed work and established reign.