Psalms 105:7-11
He is the LORD our God; his judgments are in all the earth. He remembers his covenant forever, the word that he commanded, for a thousand generations, the covenant that he made with Abraham, his sworn promise to Isaac, which he confirmed to Jacob as a statute, to Israel as an everlasting covenant, saying, “To you I will give the land of Canaan as your portion for an inheritance.”
English Standard Version (ESV)
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While we often hear "his judgments" as referring to God's laws, this verse is highlighting that God's actions—his decrees and the consequences of his actions—are demonstrably at work everywhere on earth. This means his justice and power aren't confined to Israel but are evident to all creation.
This psalm is kicking off with a powerful call to praise, and verse 7 comes right after the instruction to remember God's wondrous deeds. The psalmist is declaring that the God of Israel, Jehovah, is not just their God, but a God whose authority and justice extend over the entire earth, a truth demonstrated through His past actions and ongoing governance. This declaration sets the stage for recounting the history of God's faithfulness to His people, showing how His "judgments"—His righteous decrees and actions—have unfolded across history and are evident everywhere.
The verse starts with a powerful declaration of God's identity. What does it mean for us that the God of Israel is the eternal, self-existent Lord?
The psalm begins by identifying God with the name 'LORD' (Jehovah). This isn't just a name; it signifies God's eternal nature, His unchanging character, and His absolute power as the one who causes all things to exist. He is the 'self-existent and eternal God,' as one commentator noted. This divine name emphasizes that He is the one true God, distinct from all created beings.
When the verse says, 'He is the LORD our God,' it connects His eternal nature with His covenant relationship. He is not a distant deity; He has chosen us to be His people. This means His unchanging character and power are on our side, working for our good within His promises.
The psalm doesn't stop with God's identity; it declares where His influence extends. What does it mean that His 'judgments are in all the earth'?
The phrase 'his judgments are in all the earth' speaks to God's universal sovereignty and justice. It means His decrees, His laws, and His righteous governance are not confined to one nation or land. His authority is absolute and extends over every part of creation.
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This can refer to God's moral laws that are evident to all humanity, or His actions of justice and deliverance, like the plagues on Egypt that were known far and wide. Even when His specific laws weren't recognized, His power and justice were displayed through His dealings with nations. He is the righteous Judge of the entire world, upholding His will and character everywhere.
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.
berit · Hebrew Noun
A solemn, binding agreement or promise initiated by God with humanity. It reflects God’s commitment to His people, secured by His own integrity.
zakhar · Hebrew Verb
Used in a theological sense to mean that God keeps His promises in mind and actively acts upon them in history; it implies faithfulness and intentionality.
choq · Hebrew Noun
An unbreakable, fixed, or unalterable rule or law established by God. It denotes something that is permanently binding.
olam · Hebrew Noun/Adjective
Describes something that endures through all time; it is synonymous with eternal or perpetual, signifying that which never ends.
Kĕnaʿan · Hebrew Noun
A specific geographical territory promised by God to Abraham and his descendants, symbolizing the place where God’s covenantal blessing and rule are uniquely manifest.
nachalah · Hebrew Noun
A legal or theological term describing the gift or entitlement passed down to an heir, specifically used in Scripture to refer to God's promised gift of land, kingdom, and salvation to His people.
This psalm, likely composed during or after the Babylonian exile, recalls God's consistent faithfulness through Israel's history. It emphasizes that even amidst devastating judgment, God's sovereignty and justice are evident throughout the earth, reassuring His people of His ultimate control and covenantal purpose.
c. 1800 BC
God's Covenant with Abraham
God establishes a foundational covenant with Abraham, promising land, descendants, and blessing to all nations through him. This marks the beginning of Israel's unique relationship with God.
c. 1446 BC
The Exodus from Egypt
God dramatically delivers the Israelites from slavery in Egypt through a series of powerful plagues and the parting of the Red Sea. This event demonstrates God's power and faithfulness to His covenant promises.
c. 1406 BC
Conquest of Canaan
Under Joshua's leadership, the Israelites conquer the Promised Land, fulfilling God's earlier promise to Abraham and establishing their national home.
c. 1000 BC
Reign of King David
David establishes Jerusalem as the capital and brings the Ark of the Covenant to the city, solidifying Israel's national and religious identity under God's rule.
c. 931 BC
Division of the Kingdom
Following Solomon's reign, the united monarchy splits into two kingdoms: Israel (north) and Judah (south), leading to a period of spiritual decline and vulnerability.
722 BC
Fall of Samaria and Assyrian Exile
The Assyrian Empire conquers the northern Kingdom of Israel, exiling its people and scattering them. This serves as a stark warning about the consequences of unfaithfulness.
586 BC— this verse
Fall of Jerusalem and Babylonian Exile
The Babylonians conquer the southern Kingdom of Judah, destroy Jerusalem and the Temple, and exile the people. This event represents a devastating judgment for centuries of disobedience.
This verse emphasizes God's absolute justice and righteousness, mirroring Psalm 105:7's declaration that God's judgments govern the entire earth.
Deuteronomy 4:39It declares that the LORD is God 'in heaven above and on the earth beneath; there is no other,' reinforcing the concept of His unique sovereignty proclaimed in Psalm 105:7.
1 Chronicles 16:31This verse directly parallels Psalm 105:7, stating 'Let the heavens be glad, and let the earth rejoice, and let them say among the nations, “The LORD reigns!”' highlighting God's universal rule.
Jeremiah 10:7This passage calls God 'King of the nations,' asserting His authority over all peoples and lands, just as Psalm 105:7 notes His judgments are in all the earth.
Romans 2:14-15These verses speak of God's law being written on the hearts of Gentiles, showing how His righteous standards (judgments) are implicitly known and will be judged across all humanity, not just Israel.
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 we often hear "his judgments" as referring to God's laws, this verse is highlighting that God's actions—his decrees and the consequences of his actions—are demonstrably at work everywhere on earth. This means his justice and power aren't confined to Israel but are evident to all creation.
This psalm is kicking off with a powerful call to praise, and verse 7 comes right after the instruction to remember God's wondrous deeds. The psalmist is declaring that the God of Israel, Jehovah, is not just their God, but a God whose authority and justice extend over the entire earth, a truth demonstrated through His past actions and ongoing governance. This declaration sets the stage for recounting the history of God's faithfulness to His people, showing how His "judgments"—His righteous decrees and actions—have unfolded across history and are evident everywhere.
This psalm is kicking off with a powerful call to praise, and verse 7 comes right after the instruction to remember God's wondrous deeds. The psalmist is declaring that the God of Israel, Jehovah, is not just their God, but a God whose authority and justice extend over the entire earth, a truth demonstrated through His past actions and ongoing governance. This declaration sets the stage for recounting the history of God's faithfulness to His people, showing how His "judgments"—His righteous decrees and actions—have unfolded across history and are evident everywhere.
"He is the LORD our God; his judgments are in all the earth. He remembers his covenant forever, the word that he commanded, for a thousand generations, the covenant that he made with Abraham, his sworn promise to Isa…" — While we often hear "his judgments" as referring to God's laws, this verse is highlighting that God's actions—his decrees and the consequences of his actions—are demonstrably at work everywhere on ea…
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