What does "splendor and majesty" reveal about God's character in Psalm 96:6? Setting the Scene “Splendor and majesty are before Him; strength and beauty are in His sanctuary.” (Psalm 96:6) Psalm 96 is a call for every nation to recognize the one true God. Verse 6 crowns that call by describing what surrounds Him—splendor, majesty, strength, and beauty. Unpacking “Splendor” • Radiant glory that shines from God’s presence (Exodus 34:29–30) • Unmatched beauty that overwhelms human senses (Psalm 104:1–2) • Evidence of divine holiness—He is wholly “other” (Isaiah 6:3) Unpacking “Majesty” • Royal authority—God reigns as King over all (1 Chronicles 29:11‐12) • Power that commands reverence (Psalm 93:1) • Dignity that never fades or diminishes (Hebrews 1:3) How These Traits Reveal God’s Character • He is glorious—His nature dazzles with light and purity. • He is sovereign—no rival shares His throne or His rights. • He is unchanging—the same splendor and majesty that filled the tabernacle (Exodus 40:34) will fill the new creation (Revelation 21:23). • He is inviting—strength and beauty “are in His sanctuary,” welcoming worshipers into His presence through sacrifice (now fulfilled in Christ, Hebrews 10:19–22). Echoes Across Scripture • Psalm 104:1 “LORD my God, You are very great; You are clothed with splendor and majesty.” • Isaiah 2:10 “Hide in the dust from the terror of the LORD and the splendor of His majesty.” • 1 Timothy 6:16 “Who alone is immortal and dwells in unapproachable light.” • Revelation 4:9–11—living creatures and elders fall before Him, overwhelmed by glory and royal worth. Responding in Worship • Stand in awe—let His radiance silence lesser allegiances. • Submit to His reign—live under His royal commands with glad obedience. • Reflect His beauty—pursue holiness that mirrors the splendor surrounding His throne (2 Corinthians 3:18). |
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