Psalms 47:5-6

Psalms 47:5-6

[5] God  is gone up  with a shout,  the LORD  with the sound  of a trumpet.  [6] Sing praises  to God,  sing praises:  unto our King,  sing praises. 

What does Psalms 47:5-6 Mean?

Contextual Meaning

The writer viewed God as mounting His cosmic throne to rule over all the earth. Trumpets announced His ascent with a fanfare. The psalmist called all people to sing praises to God because He is the sovereign Lord.