Psalm 99:1-9
“The LORD reigneth; let the people tremble: he sitteth between the cherubims; let the earth be moved.”
King James Version
The LORD enthroned between the cherubim, applied to Christ's exaltation to the Father's right hand.
Fulfillment References
Hebrews 1:3 Revelation 7:9-11
How Traditions Read This Prophecy
Apostolic (Oneness) Pentecostal'The LORD reigneth; let the people tremble... holy is he.' The thrice-holy King enthroned above the cherubim is the LORD — and the New Testament seats the Lord Jesus at God's right hand, the radiance of His glory (Heb. 1:3). The God who reigns in holiness and answers His people is God revealed in Christ; before Him every knee will bow.
JewishAn enthronement psalm exalting the LORD's holy, just kingship, enthroned upon the cherubim, who answered Moses, Aaron, and Samuel; a call to worship at His footstool.
CatholicThe holy reign of God, fulfilled in Christ enthroned; the threefold 'holy' read with the Sanctus and divine majesty.
ProtestantThe LORD's holy kingship, realized in Christ's reign at God's right hand (Heb. 1:3); worship of the holy God.
AcademicAn enthronement psalm with the threefold 'holy is he' refrain; its structure emphasizes the LORD's just and holy sovereignty.
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