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behold, he sends out his voice, his mighty voice.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/bsb/psalms/68.htm">Berean Standard Bible</a></span><br />to Him who rides upon the highest heavens of old; behold, His mighty voice resounds.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/kjv/psalms/68.htm">King James Bible</a></span><br />To him that rideth upon the heavens of heavens, <i>which were</i> of old; lo, he doth send out his voice, <i>and that</i> a mighty voice.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nkjv/psalms/68.htm">New King James Version</a></span><br />To Him who rides on the heaven of heavens, <i>which were</i> of old! Indeed, He sends out His voice, a mighty voice.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb_/psalms/68.htm">New American Standard Bible</a></span><br />To Him who rides upon the highest heavens, which are from ancient times; Behold, He speaks with His voice, a mighty voice.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb/psalms/68.htm">NASB 1995</a></span><br />To Him who rides upon the highest heavens, which are from ancient times; Behold, He speaks forth with His voice, a mighty voice.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb77/psalms/68.htm">NASB 1977 </a></span><br />To Him who rides upon the highest heavens, which are from ancient times; Behold, He speaks forth with His voice, a mighty voice.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lsb/psalms/68.htm">Legacy Standard Bible </a></span><br />To Him who rides upon the highest heavens, which are from ancient times; Behold, He gives forth His voice, a voice <i>that is</i> strong.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/amp/psalms/68.htm">Amplified Bible</a></span><br />To Him who rides in the highest heavens, the ancient heavens, Behold, He sends out His voice, a mighty <i>and</i> majestic voice.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/csb/psalms/68.htm">Christian Standard Bible</a></span><br />to him who rides in the ancient, highest heavens. Look, he thunders with his powerful voice!<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/hcsb/psalms/68.htm">Holman Christian Standard Bible</a></span><br />to Him who rides in the ancient, highest heavens. Look, He thunders with His powerful voice! <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/asv/psalms/68.htm">American Standard Version</a></span><br />To him that rideth upon the heaven of heavens, which are of old; Lo, he uttereth his voice, a mighty voice.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/cev/psalms/68.htm">Contemporary English Version</a></span><br />Praise the one who rides across the ancient skies; listen as he speaks with a mighty voice. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/erv/psalms/68.htm">English Revised Version</a></span><br />To him that rideth upon the heavens of heavens, which are of old; lo, he uttereth his voice, and that a mighty voice.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/gwt/psalms/68.htm">GOD'S WORD® Translation</a></span><br />God rides through the ancient heaven, the highest heaven. Listen! He makes his voice heard, his powerful voice.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/gnt/psalms/68.htm">Good News Translation</a></span><br />to him who rides in the sky, the ancient sky. Listen to him shout with a mighty roar. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/isv/psalms/68.htm">International Standard Version</a></span><br />to the one who rides the heavens, the ancient heavens. Behold! He thunders with a mighty voice.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/msb/psalms/68.htm">Majority Standard Bible</a></span><br />to Him who rides upon the highest heavens of old; behold, His mighty voice resounds.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/net/psalms/68.htm">NET Bible</a></span><br />to the one who rides through the sky from ancient times! Look! He thunders loudly. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nheb/psalms/68.htm">New Heart English Bible</a></span><br />To him who rides on the heaven of heavens, which are of old; look, he utters his voice, a mighty voice.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/wbt/psalms/68.htm">Webster's Bible Translation</a></span><br />To him that rideth upon the heavens of heavens, which were of old; lo, he doth send out his voice, and that a mighty voice.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/web/psalms/68.htm">World English Bible</a></span><br />to him who rides on the heaven of heavens, which are of old; behold, he utters his voice, a mighty voice. <div class="vheading2"><b>Literal Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lsv/psalms/68.htm">Literal Standard Version</a></span><br />To Him who is riding on the heavens of the heavens of old, "" Behold, He gives with His voice a strong voice.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/ylt/psalms/68.htm">Young's Literal Translation</a></span><br /> To him who is riding on the heavens of the heavens of old, Lo, He giveth with His voice a strong voice.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/slt/psalms/68.htm">Smith's Literal Translation</a></span><br />To him riding upon the heavens of heavens of old, behold, he will give in his voice a voice of strength.<div class="vheading2"><b>Catholic Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/drb/psalms/68.htm">Douay-Rheims Bible</a></span><br />who mounteth above the heaven of heavens, to the east. Behold he will give to his voice the voice of power: <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/cpdv/psalms/68.htm">Catholic Public Domain Version</a></span><br /><V 67:34>He ascends, up to the heaven of the heavens, toward the east. Behold, he will utter his voice, the voice of virtue.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nabre/psalms/68.htm">New American Bible</a></span><br />Who rides the heights of the ancient heavens, Who sends forth his voice as a mighty voice? <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nrsvce/psalms/68.htm">New Revised Standard Version</a></span><br />O rider in the heavens, the ancient heavens; listen, he sends out his voice, his mighty voice.<div class="vheading2"><b>Translations from Aramaic</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lamsa/psalms/68.htm">Lamsa Bible</a></span><br />To him who rides upon the heavens of heavens; out of the east he gives his voice, and that a mighty voice.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/hpbt/psalms/68.htm">Peshitta Holy Bible Translated</a></span><br />For he rides in the Heaven of Heavens; from the East he gives his voice, a strong voice.<div class="vheading2"><b>OT Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/jps/psalms/68.htm">JPS Tanakh 1917</a></span><br />To Him that rideth upon the heavens of heavens, which are of old; Lo, He uttereth His voice, a mighty voice.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/sep/psalms/68.htm">Brenton Septuagint Translation</a></span><br />Sing to God that rides on the heaven of heaven, eastward: lo, he will utter a mighty sound with his voice.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/parallel/psalms/68-33.htm">Additional Translations ...</a></span></div></div></div><div id="centbox"><div class="padcent"><a name="audio" id="audio"></a><div class="vheadingv"><b>Audio Bible</b></div><iframe width="100%" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/nFaD2oDhKPc?start=8087" title="YouTube video player" frameborder="0" allow="accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share" allowfullscreen></iframe><span class="p"><br /><br /><br /></span><div class="vheadingv"><b>Context</b></div><span class="hdg"><a href="/bsb/psalms/68.htm">God's Enemies Are Scattered</a></span><br>…<span class="reftext">32</span>Sing to God, O kingdoms of the earth; sing praises to the Lord—Selah <span class="reftext">33</span><span class="highl"><a href="/hebrew/7392.htm" title="7392: lā·rō·ḵêḇ (Prep-l, Art:: V-Qal-Prtcpl-ms) -- To mount and ride, ride. A primitive root; to ride; causatively, to place upon, to despatch.">to Him who rides</a> <a href="/hebrew/8064.htm" title="8064: biš·mê (Prep-b:: N-mpc) -- Heaven, sky. Dual of an unused singular shameh; from an unused root meaning to be lofty; the sky.">upon the highest</a> <a href="/hebrew/8064.htm" title="8064: šə·mê- (N-mpc) -- Heaven, sky. Dual of an unused singular shameh; from an unused root meaning to be lofty; the sky.">heavens</a> <a href="/hebrew/6924.htm" title="6924: qe·ḏem (N-ms) -- The front, of place, time. Or qedmah; from qadam; the front, of place or time; often used adverbially.">of old;</a> <a href="/hebrew/2005.htm" title="2005: hên (Interjection) -- Lo! behold! A primitive particle; lo!; also if.">behold,</a> <a href="/hebrew/5797.htm" title="5797: ‘ōz (N-ms) -- Strength, might. Or rowz; from azaz; strength in various applications.">His mighty</a> <a href="/hebrew/6963.htm" title="6963: bə·qō·w·lōw (Prep-b:: N-msc:: 3ms) -- Sound, voice. Or qol; from an unused root meaning to call aloud; a voice or sound.">voice</a> <a href="/hebrew/6963.htm" title="6963: qō·wl (N-msc) -- Sound, voice. Or qol; from an unused root meaning to call aloud; a voice or sound."></a> <a href="/hebrew/5414.htm" title="5414: yit·tên (V-Qal-Imperf-3ms) -- To give, put, set. A primitive root; to give, used with greatest latitude of application.">resounds.</a> </span><span class="reftext">34</span>Ascribe the power to God, whose majesty is over Israel, whose strength is in the skies.…<div class="cred"><a href="//berean.bible">Berean Standard Bible</a> · <a href="//berean.bible/downloads.htm">Download</a></div><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a name="crossref" id="crossref"></a><div class="vheading">Cross References</div><div id="crf"><span class="crossverse"><a href="/deuteronomy/33-26.htm">Deuteronomy 33:26</a></span><br />“There is none like the God of Jeshurun, who rides the heavens to your aid, and the clouds in His majesty.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/isaiah/40-22.htm">Isaiah 40:22</a></span><br />He sits enthroned above the circle of the earth; its dwellers are like grasshoppers. He stretches out the heavens like a curtain, and spreads them out like a tent to dwell in.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/job/37-4.htm">Job 37:4-5</a></span><br />Then there comes a roaring sound; He thunders with His majestic voice. He does not restrain the lightning when His voice resounds. / God thunders wondrously with His voice; He does great things we cannot comprehend.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/psalms/29-3.htm">Psalm 29:3-4</a></span><br />The voice of the LORD is over the waters; the God of glory thunders; the LORD is heard over many waters. / The voice of the LORD is powerful; the voice of the LORD is majestic.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/psalms/104-3.htm">Psalm 104:3</a></span><br />laying the beams of His chambers in the waters above, making the clouds His chariot, walking on the wings of the wind.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/psalms/18-13.htm">Psalm 18:13</a></span><br />The LORD thundered from heaven; the voice of the Most High resounded—hailstones and coals of fire.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/psalms/77-18.htm">Psalm 77:18</a></span><br />Your thunder resounded in the whirlwind; the lightning lit up the world; the earth trembled and quaked.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/psalms/97-9.htm">Psalm 97:9</a></span><br />For You, O LORD, are Most High over all the earth; You are exalted far above all gods.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/psalms/113-4.htm">Psalm 113:4</a></span><br />The LORD is exalted over all the nations, His glory above the heavens.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/psalms/148-13.htm">Psalm 148:13</a></span><br />Let them praise the name of the LORD, for His name alone is exalted; His splendor is above the earth and the heavens.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/isaiah/44-23.htm">Isaiah 44:23</a></span><br />Sing for joy, O heavens, for the LORD has done this; shout aloud, O depths of the earth. Break forth in song, O mountains, you forests and all your trees. For the LORD has redeemed Jacob, and revealed His glory in Israel.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/isaiah/55-9.htm">Isaiah 55:9</a></span><br />“For as the heavens are higher than the earth, so My ways are higher than your ways and My thoughts than your thoughts.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/jeremiah/10-13.htm">Jeremiah 10:13</a></span><br />When He thunders, the waters in the heavens roar; He causes the clouds to rise from the ends of the earth. He generates the lightning with the rain and brings forth the wind from His storehouses.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/jeremiah/51-16.htm">Jeremiah 51:16</a></span><br />When He thunders, the waters in the heavens roar; He causes the clouds to rise from the ends of the earth. He generates the lightning with the rain and brings forth the wind from His storehouses.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/daniel/4-35.htm">Daniel 4:35</a></span><br />All the peoples of the earth are counted as nothing, and He does as He pleases with the army of heaven and the peoples of the earth. There is no one who can restrain His hand or say to Him, ‘What have You done?’”</div><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a name="tsk" id="tsk"><div class="vheading">Treasury of Scripture</div><p class="tsk2">To him that rides on the heavens of heavens, which were of old; see, he does send out his voice, and that a mighty voice.</p><p class="hdg">rideth</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/psalms/68-4.htm">Psalm 68:4</a></b></br> Sing unto God, sing praises to his name: extol him that rideth upon the heavens by his name JAH, and rejoice before him.</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/psalms/18-10.htm">Psalm 18:10</a></b></br> And he rode upon a cherub, and did fly: yea, he did fly upon the wings of the wind.</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/psalms/104-3.htm">Psalm 104:3</a></b></br> Who layeth the beams of his chambers in the waters: who maketh the clouds his chariot: who walketh upon the wings of the wind:</p><p class="hdg">of old</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/psalms/93-2.htm">Psalm 93:2</a></b></br> Thy throne <i>is</i> established of old: thou <i>art</i> from everlasting.</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/psalms/102-25.htm">Psalm 102:25</a></b></br> Of old hast thou laid the foundation of the earth: and the heavens <i>are</i> the work of thy hands.</p><p class="hdg">send out [heb.</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/psalms/29-3.htm">Psalm 29:3-9</a></b></br> The voice of the LORD <i>is</i> upon the waters: the God of glory thundereth: the LORD <i>is</i> upon many waters… </p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/psalms/77-17.htm">Psalm 77:17,18</a></b></br> The clouds poured out water: the skies sent out a sound: thine arrows also went abroad… </p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/ezekiel/10-5.htm">Ezekiel 10:5</a></b></br> And the sound of the cherubims' wings was heard <i>even</i> to the outer court, as the voice of the Almighty God when he speaketh.</p><div class="vheading">Jump to Previous</div><a href="/psalms/31-18.htm">Ancient</a> <a href="/psalms/68-4.htm">Clouds</a> <a href="/psalms/25-6.htm">Earliest</a> <a href="/psalms/68-20.htm">Forth</a> <a href="/psalms/68-21.htm">Goes</a> <a href="/psalms/57-3.htm">Heaven</a> <a href="/psalms/68-8.htm">Heavens</a> <a href="/psalms/18-13.htm">Highest</a> <a href="/psalms/68-17.htm">Mighty</a> <a href="/psalms/68-28.htm">Power</a> <a href="/psalms/68-4.htm">Rides</a> <a href="/psalms/68-4.htm">Rideth</a> <a href="/psalms/68-4.htm">Riding</a> <a href="/psalms/64-7.htm">Sends</a> <a href="/psalms/68-4.htm">Skies</a> <a href="/psalms/50-1.htm">Speaks</a> <a href="/psalms/68-30.htm">Strong</a> <a href="/psalms/29-3.htm">Thunders</a> <a href="/psalms/62-8.htm">Times</a> <a href="/psalms/37-30.htm">Uttereth</a> <a href="/psalms/46-6.htm">Utters</a> <a href="/psalms/66-19.htm">Voice</a><div class="vheading2">Jump to Next</div><a href="/psalms/77-5.htm">Ancient</a> <a href="/psalms/68-34.htm">Clouds</a> <a href="/proverbs/8-23.htm">Earliest</a> <a href="/psalms/71-6.htm">Forth</a> <a href="/psalms/73-9.htm">Goes</a> <a href="/psalms/69-34.htm">Heaven</a> <a href="/psalms/69-34.htm">Heavens</a> <a href="/psalms/87-5.htm">Highest</a> <a href="/psalms/69-4.htm">Mighty</a> <a href="/psalms/68-34.htm">Power</a> <a href="/psalms/104-3.htm">Rides</a> <a href="/isaiah/19-1.htm">Rideth</a> <a href="/ecclesiastes/10-7.htm">Riding</a> <a href="/psalms/104-10.htm">Sends</a> <a href="/psalms/68-34.htm">Skies</a> <a href="/psalms/101-7.htm">Speaks</a> <a href="/psalms/69-4.htm">Strong</a> <a href="/psalms/93-4.htm">Thunders</a> <a href="/psalms/72-15.htm">Times</a> <a href="/psalms/71-24.htm">Uttereth</a> <a href="/psalms/101-7.htm">Utters</a> <a href="/psalms/71-2.htm">Voice</a><div class="vheading2">Psalm 68</div><span class="reftext">1. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/psalms/68-1.htm">A prayer at the removing of the ark</a></span><br><span class="reftext">4. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/psalms/68-4.htm">An exhortation to praise God for his mercies</a></span><br><span class="reftext">7. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/psalms/68-7.htm">for his care of the church</a></span><br><span class="reftext">19. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/psalms/68-19.htm">for his great works</a></span><br></div></div><div id="mdd"><div align="center"><div class="bot2"><table align="center" width="100%"><tr><td><div align="center"> <script id="3d27ed63fc4348d5b062c4527ae09445"> (new Image()).src = 'https://capi.connatix.com/tr/si?token=51ce25d5-1a8c-424a-8695-4bd48c750f35&cid=3a9f82d0-4344-4f8d-ac0c-e1a0eb43a405'; 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The imagery of God riding the heavens is reminiscent of ancient Near Eastern depictions of deities who control the skies, but here it is uniquely applied to the God of Israel, affirming His supreme authority over creation. The "highest heavens" suggest the utmost realm of divine presence, beyond human reach, indicating God's transcendence. The phrase "of old" connects to the eternal nature of God, who has been sovereign from the beginning of time. This echoes <a href="/deuteronomy/33-26.htm">Deuteronomy 33:26</a>, where God is described as riding the heavens to help His people, reinforcing His role as a protector and deliverer.<p><b>behold, His mighty voice resounds.</b><br>The call to "behold" invites the reader to witness God's power and authority. His "mighty voice" signifies His command over creation, reminiscent of the voice that spoke the world into existence in <a href="/genesis/1.htm">Genesis 1</a>. This voice is not only powerful but also authoritative, as seen in <a href="/psalms/29.htm">Psalm 29</a>, where the voice of the Lord is described as breaking cedars and shaking the wilderness. The resounding voice also alludes to God's revelation at Mount Sinai, where His voice was heard amidst thunder and lightning, instilling awe and reverence. This phrase underscores the idea that God's word is active and effective, accomplishing His purposes throughout history.<div class="vheading2">Persons / Places / Events</div>1. <b><a href="/topical/g/god.htm">God</a></b><br>The central figure in this verse, depicted as the majestic and sovereign ruler who rides upon the heavens.<br><br>2. <b><a href="/topical/h/heavens.htm">Heavens</a></b><br>The "highest heavens" refer to the celestial realm, emphasizing God's supreme authority and transcendence.<br><br>3. <b><a href="/topical/v/voice_of_god.htm">Voice of God</a></b><br>Represents God's power and authority, as His voice is described as mighty and resounding.<div class="vheading2">Teaching Points</div><b><a href="/topical/g/god's_sovereignty.htm">God's Sovereignty</a></b><br>Recognize and worship God as the supreme ruler over all creation. His position above the heavens signifies His ultimate authority and control over the universe.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/t/the_power_of_god's_voice.htm">The Power of God's Voice</a></b><br>Reflect on the power and authority of God's word in your life. Just as His voice resounds mightily, His word can bring transformation and guidance.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/g/god's_eternal_nature.htm">God's Eternal Nature</a></b><br>Trust in God's eternal presence and unchanging nature. The phrase "of old" reminds us that God's sovereignty and power have been established from the beginning.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/d/divine_intervention.htm">Divine Intervention</a></b><br>Be encouraged that God is actively involved in the world and in our lives. His riding upon the heavens signifies His readiness to act on behalf of His people.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/w/worship_and_awe.htm">Worship and Awe</a></b><br>Cultivate a heart of worship and awe towards God. His majesty and power should inspire reverence and adoration in our daily walk with Him.<div class="vheading2">Lists and Questions</div><a href="/top10/lessons_from_psalm_68.htm">Top 10 Lessons from Psalm 68</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/what_are_the_seven_heavens.htm">What is the concept of the seven heavens?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/how_does_'god_on_clouds'_fit_science.htm">Psalm 68:4: How does portraying God as 'riding on the clouds' align with modern meteorological understanding?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/how_does_psalm_33_6_align_with_science.htm">If Psalm 33:6 says the heavens were made by God's word alone, how does this align with scientific evidence for the gradual formation of the universe?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/why_no_proof_of_god's_speech_today.htm">In Job 33:14, if God truly speaks in multiple ways, why is there no verifiable evidence of such divine communication today?</a><a name="commentary" id="commentary"></a><div class="vheading2"><a href="/commentaries/pulpit/psalms/68.htm">Pulpit Commentary</a></div><span class="cmt_sub_title">Verse 33.</span> - <span class="cmt_word">To him that rideth upon the heavens of heavens</span> (comp. ver. 4; and for the expression "heavens of heavens," see <a href="/deuteronomy/10-14.htm">Deuteronomy 10:14</a>; <a href="/1_kings/8-27.htm">1 Kings 8:27</a>). Which were of old. In which God dwelt from all eternity - long before he created the "heavens" of <a href="/genesis/1-1.htm">Genesis 1:1</a>. <span class="cmt_word">Lo, he doth send out his voice, and that a mighty voice</span>. A voice that is heard and obeyed in every part of creation. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/commentaries/psalms/68-33.htm">Parallel Commentaries ...</a></span><span class="p"><br /><br /><br /></span><a name="lexicon" id="lexicon"></a><div class="vheading">Hebrew</div><span class="word">to Him who rides</span><br /><span class="heb">לָ֭רֹכֵב</span> <span class="translit">(lā·rō·ḵêḇ)</span><br /><span class="parse">Preposition-l, Article | Verb - Qal - Participle - masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_7392.htm">Strong's 7392: </a> </span><span class="str2">To ride, to place upon, to despatch</span><br /><br /><span class="word">upon the highest</span><br /><span class="heb">בִּשְׁמֵ֣י</span> <span class="translit">(biš·mê)</span><br /><span class="parse">Preposition-b | Noun - masculine plural construct<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_8064.htm">Strong's 8064: </a> </span><span class="str2">Heaven, sky</span><br /><br /><span class="word">heavens</span><br /><span class="heb">שְׁמֵי־</span> <span class="translit">(šə·mê-)</span><br /><span class="parse">Noun - masculine plural construct<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_8064.htm">Strong's 8064: </a> </span><span class="str2">Heaven, sky</span><br /><br /><span class="word">of old;</span><br /><span class="heb">קֶ֑דֶם</span> <span class="translit">(qe·ḏem)</span><br /><span class="parse">Noun - masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_6924.htm">Strong's 6924: </a> </span><span class="str2">The front, of place, time</span><br /><br /><span class="word">behold,</span><br /><span class="heb">הֵ֥ן</span> <span class="translit">(hên)</span><br /><span class="parse">Interjection<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_2005.htm">Strong's 2005: </a> </span><span class="str2">Lo! behold!</span><br /><br /><span class="word">{His} mighty</span><br /><span class="heb">עֹֽז׃</span> <span class="translit">(‘ōz)</span><br /><span class="parse">Noun - masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_5797.htm">Strong's 5797: </a> </span><span class="str2">Strength, might</span><br /><br /><span class="word">voice</span><br /><span class="heb">בְּ֝קוֹלוֹ</span> <span class="translit">(bə·qō·w·lōw)</span><br /><span class="parse">Preposition-b | Noun - masculine singular construct | third person masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_6963.htm">Strong's 6963: </a> </span><span class="str2">A voice, sound</span><br /><br /><span class="word">resounds.</span><br /><span class="heb">יִתֵּ֥ן</span> <span class="translit">(yit·tên)</span><br /><span class="parse">Verb - Qal - Imperfect - third person masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_5414.htm">Strong's 5414: </a> </span><span class="str2">To give, put, set</span><br /><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><div class="vheading">Links</div><a href="/niv/psalms/68-33.htm">Psalm 68:33 NIV</a><br /><a href="/nlt/psalms/68-33.htm">Psalm 68:33 NLT</a><br /><a href="/esv/psalms/68-33.htm">Psalm 68:33 ESV</a><br /><a href="/nasb/psalms/68-33.htm">Psalm 68:33 NASB</a><br /><a href="/kjv/psalms/68-33.htm">Psalm 68:33 KJV</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="//bibleapps.com/psalms/68-33.htm">Psalm 68:33 BibleApps.com</a><br /><a href="//bibliaparalela.com/psalms/68-33.htm">Psalm 68:33 Biblia Paralela</a><br /><a href="//holybible.com.cn/psalms/68-33.htm">Psalm 68:33 Chinese Bible</a><br /><a href="//saintebible.com/psalms/68-33.htm">Psalm 68:33 French Bible</a><br /><a href="/catholic/psalms/68-33.htm">Psalm 68:33 Catholic Bible</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/psalms/68-33.htm">OT Poetry: Psalm 68:33 To him who rides on the heaven (Psalm Ps Psa.) </a></div></div></td></tr></table></div><div id="left"><a href="/psalms/68-32.htm" onmouseover='lft.src="/leftgif.png"' onmouseout='lft.src="/left.png"' title="Psalm 68:32"><img src="/left.png" name="lft" border="0" alt="Psalm 68:32" /></a></div><div id="right"><a href="/psalms/68-34.htm" onmouseover='rght.src="/rightgif.png"' onmouseout='rght.src="/right.png"' title="Psalm 68:34"><img src="/right.png" name="rght" border="0" alt="Psalm 68:34" /></a></div><div id="botleft"><a href="#" onmouseover='botleft.src="/botleftgif.png"' onmouseout='botleft.src="/botleft.png"' title="Top of Page"><img src="/botleft.png" name="botleft" border="0" alt="Top of Page" /></a></div><div id="botright"><a href="#" onmouseover='botright.src="/botrightgif.png"' onmouseout='botright.src="/botright.png"' title="Top of Page"><img src="/botright.png" name="botright" border="0" alt="Top of Page" /></a></div><div id="bot"><iframe width="100%" height="1500" scrolling="no" src="/botmenubhnew2.htm" frameborder="0"></iframe></div></td></tr></table></div></body></html>