Psalms 8:1

(To the chief Musician upon Gittith, A Psalm of David.) O LORD our Lord, how excellent is thy name in all the earth! who hast set thy glory above the heavens.

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Other Translations for Psalms 8:1

BSB
For the choirmaster. According to Gittith. A Psalm of David. O LORD, our Lord, how majestic is Your name in all the earth! You have set Your glory above the heavens.
AKJV
O LORD, our Lord, how excellent is your name in all the earth! who have set your glory above the heavens.
CPDV
Unto the end. For the oil and wine presses. A Psalm of David. O Lord, our Lord, how admirable is your name throughout all the earth! For your magnificence is elevated above the heavens.
ERV
For the Chief Musician; set to the Gittith. A Psalm of David. O LORD, our Lord, how excellent is thy name in all the earth! who hast set thy glory upon the heavens.
NHEB
For the Chief Musician; on an instrument of Gath. A Psalm by David. LORD, our Lord, how majestic is your name in all the earth. You have put your glory upon the heavens.
SMT
To the overseer upon the stringed instrument, chanting of David. O Jehovah our Lord, how mighty thy name in all the earth! who will set thy majesty over the heavens.

Commentary for Psalms 8:1

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Overview of Psalms 8:1
Summary
God's excellence surpasses all creation
Place
Earth
Event
Opening praise
Estimated Time Period
c. 1000 BC
Category
Praise