Psalms 24:2
Psalms 24:2 in Multiple Translations
For He has founded it upon the seas and established it upon the waters.
For he hath founded it upon the seas, and established it upon the floods.
For he hath founded it upon the seas, And established it upon the floods.
For by him it was based on the seas, and made strong on the deep rivers.
For he is the one who laid its foundations on the seas, setting it in place on the waters.
For he hath founded it vpon the seas: and established it vpon the floods.
For He on the seas hath founded it, And on the floods He doth establish it.
For he has founded it on the seas, and established it on the floods.
For he hath founded it upon the seas, and established it upon the floods.
In thee, O my God, I put my trust; let me not be ashamed.
because he caused the ground to be above the water, above the water that was deep below the surface of the earth.
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Psalms 24:2 Interlinear (Deep Study)
BIB
HEB
כִּי
ה֭וּא
עַל
יַמִּ֣ים
יְסָדָ֑/הּ
וְ/עַל
נְ֝הָר֗וֹת
יְכוֹנְנֶֽ/הָ
כִּי
kîy
H3588
for
Conj
ה֭וּא
hûwʼ
H1931
he/she/it
Pron
עַל
ʻal
H5921
upon
Prep
יַמִּ֣ים
yâm
H3220
West
N-mp
יְסָדָ֑/הּ
yâçad
H3245
to found
V-Qal-Perf-3ms | Suff
וְ/עַל
ʻal
H5921
upon
Conj | Prep
נְ֝הָר֗וֹת
nâhâr
H5104
river
N-mp
יְכוֹנְנֶֽ/הָ
kûwn
H3559
to establish
V-o-Imperf-3ms | Suff
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Hebrew Word Reference — Psalms 24:2
כִּי
kîy
H3588
"for"
Conj
A conjunction used to show cause or connection, as in Genesis 2:23 where Adam says the woman is bone of his bone because she was taken out of him. It is often translated as 'for', 'because', or 'since'.
Definition: 1) that, for, because, when, as though, as, because that, but, then, certainly, except, surely, since 1a) that 1a1) yea, indeed 1b) when (of time) 1b1) when, if, though (with a concessive force) 1c) because, since (causal connection) 1d) but (after negative) 1e) that if, for if, indeed if, for though, but if 1f) but rather, but 1g) except that 1h) only, nevertheless 1i) surely 1j) that is 1k) but if 1l) for though 1m) forasmuch as, for therefore
Usage: Occurs in 3910 OT verses. KJV: and, + (forasmuch, inasmuch, where-) as, assured(-ly), + but, certainly, doubtless, + else, even, + except, for, how, (because, in, so, than) that, + nevertheless, now, rightly, seeing, since, surely, then, therefore, + (al-) though, + till, truly, + until, when, whether, while, whom, yea, yet. See also: Genesis 1:4; Genesis 26:16; Genesis 42:15.
ה֭וּא
hûwʼ
H1931
"he/she/it"
Pron
This word is a pronoun meaning 'he', 'she', or 'it', used to refer to a person or thing. It is used in the Bible to emphasize a subject or make it clear who is being talked about.
Definition: pron 3p s 1) he, she, it 1a) himself (with emphasis) 1b) resuming subj with emphasis 1c) (with minimum emphasis following predicate) 1d) (anticipating subj) 1e) (emphasising predicate) 1f) that, it (neuter) demons pron 2) that (with article)
Usage: Occurs in 1693 OT verses. KJV: he, as for her, him(-self), it, the same, she (herself), such, that (...it), these, they, this, those, which (is), who. See also: Genesis 2:11; Genesis 32:19; Exodus 21:3.
עַל
ʻal
H5921
"upon"
Prep
This Hebrew word means on or above something, like a physical object or a situation. It can also imply a sense of responsibility or accountability, as in being on behalf of someone.
Definition: prep 1) upon, on the ground of, according to, on account of, on behalf of, concerning, beside, in addition to, together with, beyond, above, over, by, on to, towards, to, against 1a) upon, on the ground of, on the basis of, on account of, because of, therefore, on behalf of, for the sake of, for, with, in spite of, notwithstanding, concerning, in the matter of, as regards 1b) above, beyond, over (of excess) 1c) above, over (of elevation or pre-eminence) 1d) upon, to, over to, unto, in addition to, together with, with (of addition) 1e) over (of suspension or extension) 1f) by, adjoining, next, at, over, around (of contiguity or proximity) 1g) down upon, upon, on, from, up upon, up to, towards, over towards, to, against (with verbs of motion) 1h) to (as a dative)
Usage: Occurs in 4493 OT verses. KJV: above, according to(-ly), after, (as) against, among, and, [idiom] as, at, because of, beside (the rest of), between, beyond the time, [idiom] both and, by (reason of), [idiom] had the charge of, concerning for, in (that), (forth, out) of, (from) (off), (up-) on, over, than, through(-out), to, touching, [idiom] with. See also: Genesis 1:2; Genesis 24:13; Genesis 41:33.
יַמִּ֣ים
yâm
H3220
"West"
N-mp
Refers to a large body of water like the Mediterranean Sea or a sea in general, sometimes specifically the west or seaward direction.
Definition: This name means sea, seaward, westward Another name of eph.ron (עֶפְרוֹן "(Mount )Ephron" H6085H)
Usage: Occurs in 339 OT verses. KJV: sea ([idiom] -faring man, (-shore)), south, west (-ern, side, -ward). See also: Genesis 1:10; Joshua 17:10; Psalms 8:9.
יְסָדָ֑/הּ
yâçad
H3245
"to found"
V-Qal-Perf-3ms | Suff
To found or establish something is the meaning of this Hebrew word. It also means to sit down together and consult, as in a meeting or council.
Definition: 1) to found, fix, establish, lay foundation 1a) (Qal) to found, establish, begin 1b) (Niphal) 1b1) to fix or seat themselves close together, sit in conclave 1b2) to be founded 1c) (Piel) 1c1) to found 1c2) to establish, appoint, ordain 1d) (Pual) to be founded, be laid 1e) (Hophal) to be founded
Usage: Occurs in 41 OT verses. KJV: appoint, take counsel, establish, (lay the, lay for a) found(-ation), instruct, lay, ordain, set, [idiom] sure. See also: Exodus 9:18; Psalms 89:12; Psalms 2:2.
וְ/עַל
ʻal
H5921
"upon"
Conj | Prep
This Hebrew word means on or above something, like a physical object or a situation. It can also imply a sense of responsibility or accountability, as in being on behalf of someone.
Definition: prep 1) upon, on the ground of, according to, on account of, on behalf of, concerning, beside, in addition to, together with, beyond, above, over, by, on to, towards, to, against 1a) upon, on the ground of, on the basis of, on account of, because of, therefore, on behalf of, for the sake of, for, with, in spite of, notwithstanding, concerning, in the matter of, as regards 1b) above, beyond, over (of excess) 1c) above, over (of elevation or pre-eminence) 1d) upon, to, over to, unto, in addition to, together with, with (of addition) 1e) over (of suspension or extension) 1f) by, adjoining, next, at, over, around (of contiguity or proximity) 1g) down upon, upon, on, from, up upon, up to, towards, over towards, to, against (with verbs of motion) 1h) to (as a dative)
Usage: Occurs in 4493 OT verses. KJV: above, according to(-ly), after, (as) against, among, and, [idiom] as, at, because of, beside (the rest of), between, beyond the time, [idiom] both and, by (reason of), [idiom] had the charge of, concerning for, in (that), (forth, out) of, (from) (off), (up-) on, over, than, through(-out), to, touching, [idiom] with. See also: Genesis 1:2; Genesis 24:13; Genesis 41:33.
נְ֝הָר֗וֹת
nâhâr
H5104
"river"
N-mp
In the Bible, a river symbolizes prosperity, like the Nile or Euphrates, and is often used figuratively. It appears in Genesis and Exodus, describing the life-giving waters of the Promised Land. This word is also used to describe underground streams.
Definition: 1) stream, river 1a) stream, river 1b) (underground) streams Aramaic equivalent: ne.har (נְהַר "river" H5103H)
Usage: Occurs in 108 OT verses. KJV: flood, river. See also: Genesis 2:10; Psalms 93:3; Psalms 24:2.
יְכוֹנְנֶֽ/הָ
kûwn
H3559
"to establish"
V-o-Imperf-3ms | Suff
This verb means to set something up or establish it, like setting up a tent or appointing someone to a position, as seen in Isaiah 7:14.
Definition: : prepare/direct 1) to be firm, be stable, be established 1a) (Niphal) 1a1) to be set up, be established, be fixed 1a1a) to be firmly established 1a1b) to be established, be stable, be secure, be enduring 1a1c) to be fixed, be securely determined 1a2) to be directed aright, be fixed aright, be steadfast (moral sense) 1a3) to prepare, be ready 1a4) to be prepared, be arranged, be settled 1b) (Hiphil) 1b1) to establish, set up, accomplish, do, make firm 1b2) to fix, make ready, prepare, provide, provide for, furnish 1b3) to direct toward (moral sense) 1b4) to arrange, order 1c) (Hophal) 1c1) to be established, be fastened 1c2) to be prepared, be ready 1d) (Polel) 1d1) to set up, establish 1d2) to constitute, make 1d3) to fix 1d4) to direct 1e) (Pulal) to be established, be prepared 1f) (Hithpolel) to be established, be restored
Usage: Occurs in 211 OT verses. KJV: certain(-ty), confirm, direct, faithfulness, fashion, fasten, firm, be fitted, be fixed, frame, be meet, ordain, order, perfect, (make) preparation, prepare (self), provide, make provision, (be, make) ready, right, set (aright, fast, forth), be stable, (e-) stablish, stand, tarry, [idiom] very deed. See also: Genesis 41:32; Job 18:12; Psalms 5:10.
Study Notes — Psalms 24:2
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- Context
- Cross References
- Psalms 24:2 Summary
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Reflection Questions
- Gill's Exposition on Psalms 24:2
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Psalms 24:2
- Matthew Poole's Commentary on Psalms 24:2
- Trapp's Commentary on Psalms 24:2
- Ellicott's Commentary on Psalms 24:2
- Adam Clarke's Commentary on Psalms 24:2
- Cambridge Bible on Psalms 24:2
- Barnes' Notes on Psalms 24:2
- Whedon's Commentary on Psalms 24:2
- Sermons on Psalms 24:2
Context — The Earth Is the LORD’s
1The earth is the LORD’s, and the fullness thereof, the world and all who dwell therein.
2For He has founded it upon the seas and established it upon the waters.
3Who may ascend the hill of the LORD? Who may stand in His holy place? 4He who has clean hands and a pure heart, who does not lift up his soul to an idol or swear deceitfully.Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
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| 1 | Jeremiah 5:22 | Do you not fear Me?” declares the LORD. “Do you not tremble before Me, the One who set the sand as the boundary for the sea, an enduring barrier it cannot cross? The waves surge, but they cannot prevail. They roar but cannot cross it. |
| 2 | Psalms 136:6 | He spread out the earth upon the waters. His loving devotion endures forever. |
| 3 | Psalms 104:5–6 | He set the earth on its foundations, never to be moved. You covered it with the deep like a garment; the waters stood above the mountains. |
| 4 | Genesis 1:9–10 | And God said, “Let the waters under the sky be gathered into one place, so that the dry land may appear.” And it was so. God called the dry land “earth,” and the gathering of waters He called “seas.” And God saw that it was good. |
| 5 | Psalms 96:10 | Declare among the nations: “The LORD reigns!” The world is firmly established; it cannot be moved; He will judge the peoples with equity. |
| 6 | Job 38:4 | Where were you when I laid the foundations of the earth? Tell Me, if you have understanding. |
| 7 | Jeremiah 10:11–16 | Thus you are to tell them: “These gods, who have made neither the heavens nor the earth, will perish from this earth and from under these heavens.” The LORD made the earth by His power; He established the world by His wisdom and stretched out the heavens by His understanding. When He thunders, the waters in the heavens roar; He causes the clouds to rise from the ends of the earth. He generates the lightning with the rain and brings forth the wind from His storehouses. Every man is senseless and devoid of knowledge; every goldsmith is put to shame by his idols. For his molten images are a fraud, and there is no breath in them. They are worthless, a work to be mocked. In the time of their punishment they will perish. The Portion of Jacob is not like these, for He is the Maker of all things, and Israel is the tribe of His inheritance— the LORD of Hosts is His name. |
| 8 | Psalms 33:6 | By the word of the LORD the heavens were made, and all the stars by the breath of His mouth. |
| 9 | 2 Peter 3:5–7 | But they deliberately overlook the fact that long ago by God’s word the heavens existed and the earth was formed out of water and by water, through which the world of that time perished in the flood. And by that same word, the present heavens and earth are reserved for fire, being kept for the day of judgment and destruction of ungodly men. |
| 10 | Job 38:8–11 | Who enclosed the sea behind doors when it burst forth from the womb, when I made the clouds its garment and thick darkness its blanket, when I fixed its boundaries and set in place its bars and doors, and I declared: ‘You may come this far, but no farther; here your proud waves must stop’? |
Psalms 24:2 Summary
[This verse is saying that God is the one who created the earth and established it on the waters, showing His great power and control over all things, as seen in Genesis 1:9-10, where He separates the waters and creates the land. He is the one who holds everything together and keeps it in balance. Just like the earth is founded on the seas and waters, our lives can be founded on God's love and provision, as seen in Matthew 7:24-25, where Jesus teaches us to build our lives on the rock of His teachings.]
Frequently Asked Questions
What does it mean that God has founded the earth upon the seas and established it upon the waters?
This verse is highlighting God's power and control over creation, as seen in Psalms 104:5-9, where He sets the boundaries of the seas and establishes the foundations of the earth.
Is this verse talking about the literal creation of the world?
While this verse does reference the creation of the world, it is more focused on God's sovereignty and control over the earth, as seen in Psalms 95:4-5, where He is described as the one who holds the depths of the earth in His hands.
What is the significance of the seas and waters in this verse?
The seas and waters represent the chaotic and unpredictable nature of the world, but God has established His order and control over them, as seen in Job 38:8-11, where He sets the boundaries of the seas and stills the waves.
How does this verse relate to our lives today?
This verse reminds us of God's power and control over all things, and encourages us to trust in His sovereignty, as seen in Romans 8:28, where He works all things together for our good.
Reflection Questions
- What are some ways that I can see God's power and control in my life, just as He has power over the seas and waters?
- How can I apply the truth of God's sovereignty to my daily struggles and challenges?
- What are some areas of my life where I need to trust in God's control and provision, just as the earth is founded upon the seas and established upon the waters?
- How can I use this verse to encourage and strengthen my faith, especially in times of uncertainty or doubt?
Gill's Exposition on Psalms 24:2
For he hath founded it upon the seas,.... Or "with" them, as some interpret (e) the particle על; he hath founded the earth and seas together, and both upon nothing; and yet are stable and firm; or
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Psalms 24:2
For he hath founded it upon the seas, and established it upon the floods. Founded it upon the seas - rather, 'above the seas ... above the floods' (Genesis 1:9-10; Job 38:8; 2 Peter 3:6).
Matthew Poole's Commentary on Psalms 24:2
Justly have I said that the earth is the Lord’ s, for he made it, and laid the foundation of it, and that in a wonderful manner. By the seas and floods he means the whole collection of waters, as well the sea and rivers running into it, as that great abyss of waters which is contained in the bowels of the earth, of which see 49:25 . This is here mentioned as an evidence of God’ s wise, and powerful, and gracious providence, that he hath built so vast a building upon so weak a foundation as the waters are, ; and that although the waters are lighter than the earth, and therefore are naturally inclined to be above it, as they were at first; yet God hath so far overruled the inclinations of nature, that the waters shall as it were deny themselves, and run down into channels and caverns of the earth, that so the earth may be a convenient habitation for men and beasts. See .
Trapp's Commentary on Psalms 24:2
Psalms 24:2 For he hath founded it upon the seas, and established it upon the floods.Ver. 2. For he hath founded it upon the seas] The solid earth he hath founded upon the liquid waters. This Aristotle acknowledgeth to be a miracle; as also that the waters, which are naturally above the earth, overflow it not, but are kept within their shores, as within doors and bars. This is the very finger of God, and a standing miracle, worthy to be predicated to his praise all the world over, Job 38:6-8, &c. See also Genesis 1:9, And established it upon the floods] Upon the waves and surges of the sea; which, but for God’ s decree, would soon surmount it. The dry land is that which is here called Tebel, οικουμενη, the habitable world. And this is God’ s universal kingdom, which because less considerable, the prophet speaketh but little of it in comparison, as hastening to the spiritual.
Ellicott's Commentary on Psalms 24:2
(2) Upon the seas.—For the idea of the earth resting on water, comp. Psalms 136:6; Proverbs 8:25-29. In Genesis the dry land emerges from the water, but is not said to be founded on it. In Job 26:7 the earth is said to be hung upon nothing. The idea of a water foundation for the earth naturally grew out of the phenomenon of springs, before it was scientifically explained.
Adam Clarke's Commentary on Psalms 24:2
Verse 2. He hath founded it upon the seas] He not only created the vast mass, but separated the land from the waters, so that the mountains, &c., being elevated above the waters, appear to be founded on them, and notwithstanding all the tossings and ragings of the ocean, these waters cannot prevail. It is established upon the floods, and cannot be shaken.
Cambridge Bible on Psalms 24:2
2. For he &c.] HE is emphatic. It is HE and no other who laid the foundation of the world (Psalms 104:5; Job 38:4). The land rising out of the water is supposed to rest upon it. Cp. Psalms 136:6; and the idea of the subterranean abyss of waters in Genesis 7:11; and “the water under the earth” in Exodus 20:4. It is a popular or poetic conception derived from phenomena; yet possibly the idea that the earth was firmly fixed upon such a foundation suggested the Creator’s power much in the same way as the suspension and motion of the earth in space may do to us.
Barnes' Notes on Psalms 24:2
For he hath founded it upon the seas - That is, the earth, or the habitable world. The ground of the claim to the earth and all that it contains, which is here asserted, is the fact that God had created it, or “founded” it.
Whedon's Commentary on Psalms 24:2
2. Founded it upon the seas—In appearance, the dry land being surrounded by water, and having emerged from the water, as stated Genesis 1:9. Hence, the phrase “waters under the earth,” for ocean.Exodus 20:4.
Sermons on Psalms 24:2
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2 Peter 3:5 by John Gill | John Gill emphasizes the willful ignorance of those who profess Christianity yet choose to disregard the foundational truths of creation and divine judgment. He explains that the h |
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Babylon Is Falling by David Wilkerson | In this sermon, the preacher discusses the emergence of a new wave of Holy Ghost music in the church. He emphasizes the importance of worship and praise, particularly through the r |
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The Power of His Presence by David Wilkerson | In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the need for a revelation of God's presence in our lives. She highlights the importance of being honest before God and allowing Him to revea |
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Homily 9 on the Statues by St. John Chrysostom | John Chrysostom commends those who have stopped swearing, emphasizing the importance of caring for the salvation of others and the need for constant vigilance in upholding moral st |
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The Cause and Cure of Earthquakes by John Wesley | John Wesley addresses the terrifying reality of earthquakes as divine judgments from God, emphasizing that they serve as a reminder of human sinfulness and the need for repentance. |
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The Wisdom of Men and the Power of God by J.C. Philpot | J.C. Philpot preaches about the contrast between the apostle Paul's experience and language, standing in weakness, fear, and trembling, and the common ministers of the gospel who r |
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(1 Peter - Part 24): Venerate All God's Creation by A.W. Tozer | In this sermon, the speaker focuses on the verse from Peter, chapter 2, verse 17: "Honor all men, love the brotherhood, fear God, honor the king." The speaker emphasizes the import |