Psalms 98 · Jamieson-Fausset-Brown
PSALM 98 Psa 98:1-9 . In view of the wonders of grace and righteousness displayed in God's salvation, the whole creation is invited to unite in praise. 1. gotten ... victory-- literally, "made salvation," enabled Him to save His people. right hand, and ... arm-- denote power. holy arm-- or, "arm of holiness," the power of His united moral perfections ( Psa 22:3 ; 32:11 ).
2. salvation-- the result of His righteousness ( Psa 7:17 ; 31:1 ), and both are publicly displayed.
3. The union of mercy and truth ( Psa 57:3 ; 85:10 ) secure the blessings of the promise ( Ge 12:3 ; 18:18 ) to all the world ( Is 52:10 ).
4-6. make a loud noise-- or, "burst forth" ( Is 14:7 ; 44:23 ). before ... King-- hail Him as your sovereign; and while, with every aid to demonstrate zeal and joy, intelligent creatures are invited to praise, as in Psa 96:11-13 , inanimate nature is also summoned to honor Him who triumphs and rules in righteousness and equity.