Psa 97:1 | JFB | STEP | 1-2. This dominion is a cause of joy, because, even though our minds are oppressed with terror before the throne of the King of kings ( ; ), we know it is based on righteous principles and judgments which are according to truth.

‏ Psalms 97:1

PSALM 97

Psa 97:1-12. The writer celebrates the Lord's dominion over nations and nature, describes its effect on foes and friends, and exhorts and encourages the latter.

1-2. This dominion is a cause of joy, because, even though our minds are oppressed with terror before the throne of the King of kings (Ex 19:16; De 5:22), we know it is based on righteous principles and judgments which are according to truth.