Cross-References — Psalms 97

Psalm 97:1referencesRevelation 19:6

Psalm 97:1 declares the Lord's reign over the earth, which is echoed in Revelation 19:6 where the multitude proclaims the Lord God Almighty reigns.

Thematic focusDivine Kingship, Sovereignty of God.

Psalm 97:2 describes clouds and thick darkness surrounding God, similar to the manifestation of God's presence on Mount Sinai in Exodus 19:9.

Thematic focusGod's Presence, Divine Mystery.

Psalm 97:3 speaks of fire going before God, which aligns with Hebrews 12:29 that describes God as a consuming fire.

Thematic focusJudgment, Holiness of God.

Psalm 97:6 declares that the heavens proclaim God's righteousness, which is echoed in Romans 1:20 where creation reveals God's invisible qualities.

Thematic focusRevelation through Creation, Righteousness of God.

Psalm 97:7 speaks of all worshiping God, which is fulfilled in Philippians 2:10 where every knee bows at the name of Jesus.

Thematic focusWorship, Supremacy of Christ.

Psalm 97:10 calls for the love of the Lord and hatred of evil, similar to Amos 5:15 which urges to hate evil and love good.

Thematic focusRighteous Living, Love for God.

Psalm 97:11 speaks of light being sown for the righteous, which is paralleled in Isaiah 60:1 where the light of the Lord rises upon His people.

Thematic focusLight, Righteousness, Divine Favor.