He is the LORD our God; his judgments are in all the earth.
English Standard Version (ESV)
While "judgments" can mean God's laws, here it's more powerfully pointing to His actual deeds and rulings across the whole earth, showcasing His sovereign power even beyond Israel's borders. This means His justice and authority aren't confined to just one people, but are actively at work everywhere, a truth meant to inspire awe and trust.
He is the LORD our God; his judgments are in all the earth.
English Standard Version (ESV)
This psalm is an invitation to remember and praise God's faithfulness, specifically recounting His covenant with Abraham and the history of Israel. Before this verse, the psalmist calls people to seek God's strength and favor, and to make His mighty deeds known. Following this declaration that the LORD is our God and His judgments are everywhere, the psalm launches into a detailed narrative of God's miraculous care for Abraham and his descendants, from Joseph's trials to the Exodus.
When we say 'our God,' what does that really mean? It's more than just a title; it's a profound declaration of relationship.
The verse begins by declaring, 'He is the LORD our God.' This isn't just stating God's name. The name 'LORD' (or Yahweh) speaks of God's eternal, self-existent nature, the One who causes things to be. But the crucial part for us is 'our God.' This signifies a covenant relationship. God chose Israel, and through that covenant, He made Himself known and accessible to them. This relationship means He is our portion, our source of blessing, and our eternal security. He is uniquely ours, and we are His.
His authority isn't confined to one nation or one place. What does it mean that His 'judgments are in all the earth'?
Following the declaration of His covenant relationship, the psalmist proclaims, 'his judgments are in all the earth.' This phrase can point to several things:
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Understand the original words
YHWH · Hebrew Proper Noun
The covenant name of the one true God (Yahweh). It signifies His self-existence, His faithfulness to His people, and His transcendence as the Creator.
mishpat · Hebrew Noun
Refers to God’s judicial acts, ordinances, or decrees by which He governs the world and His people. It expresses His righteousness and sovereignty over all creation.
The psalm's declaration that God's judgments are 'in all the earth' resonates powerfully in light of the Babylonian exile, reminding the people that even in their profound national crisis, God's sovereign justice and power were being displayed across the world, not just within their borders.
c. 1845 BC
God's Covenant with Abraham
God establishes a foundational covenant with Abraham, promising him descendants and a land, setting the stage for Israel's history.
c. 1446 BC
The Exodus from Egypt
Under Moses' leadership, God delivers Israel from slavery in Egypt through mighty acts, demonstrating His power and faithfulness to His covenant people.
c. 1406 BC
Conquest of Canaan
Following the Exodus and a period of wandering, God empowers Israel to conquer the land of Canaan, fulfilling another aspect of His promise.
c. 1000 BC
United Monarchy under David
David establishes Jerusalem as the capital and consolidates the Israelite tribes into a unified kingdom, a high point of national and religious significance.
586 BC— this verse
Destruction of Jerusalem and Temple
The Babylonians conquer Judah, destroy Jerusalem and its sacred Temple, and exile many Israelites, a devastating judgment on the nation's disobedience.
c. 538 BC
Return from Exile
Cyrus the Great of Persia allows the exiled Israelites to return to Jerusalem and begin rebuilding the Temple, a sign of God's enduring mercy.
This passage highlights God's ultimate justice, echoing the sentiment that God's judgments are righteous and encompass the entire earth, making Him the universal Judge.
Deuteronomy 4:39This verse emphasizes God's sovereignty over all creation, directly supporting the idea that 'He is the LORD our God' and His dominion extends universally.
Jeremiah 10:7This verse calls all nations to fear and give glory to God because of His judgments, reinforcing the scope of God's authority and actions across the whole earth.
Romans 2:5-11This New Testament passage speaks of God's impartial judgment that will be meted out to all people, regardless of their background, underscoring the universal reach of God's righteous judgments.
pulpitPsalms 105:7: "He is the LORD our God: his judgments are in all the earth."
Verse 7. - He is the Lord our God; rather, he, Jehovah, is our God. The psalmist now commences the praise of Jehovah in his own person, acting as spokesman for his people; and first of all declares his Godhead; next, his universal dominion. His judgments are in all the earth; i.e. "his sentences, decrees, laws, have a universal range, and command the obedience of all men."
clarkePsalms 105:7: "He is the LORD our God: his judgments are in all the earth."
He is the Lord our God - He is Jehovah, the self-existent and eternal God. He is our God, he is our portion; has taken us for his people, and makes us happy in his love. The following abstract of the history of the Israelites presents but few difficulties. See the notes on Psalm 78 (note).
While "judgments" can mean God's laws, here it's more powerfully pointing to His actual deeds and rulings across the whole earth, showcasing His sovereign power even beyond Israel's borders. This means His justice and authority aren't confined to just one people, but are actively at work everywhere, a truth meant to inspire awe and trust.
This psalm is an invitation to remember and praise God's faithfulness, specifically recounting His covenant with Abraham and the history of Israel. Before this verse, the psalmist calls people to seek God's strength and favor, and to make His mighty deeds known. Following this declaration that the LORD is our God and His judgments are everywhere, the psalm launches into a detailed narrative of God's miraculous care for Abraham and his descendants, from Joseph's trials to the Exodus.
This psalm is an invitation to remember and praise God's faithfulness, specifically recounting His covenant with Abraham and the history of Israel. Before this verse, the psalmist calls people to seek God's strength and favor, and to make His mighty deeds known. Following this declaration that the LORD is our God and His judgments are everywhere, the psalm launches into a detailed narrative of God's miraculous care for Abraham and his descendants, from Joseph's trials to the Exodus.
"He is the LORD our God; his judgments are in all the earth." — While "judgments" can mean God's laws, here it's more powerfully pointing to His actual deeds and rulings across the whole earth, showcasing His sovereign power even beyond Israel's borders. This mea…
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Last reviewed October 2026