Sons of Korah was founded by Matthew Jacoby and Matthew continues to co-ordinate the project. Matthew, who recently completed his doctorate in philosophy and theology at the University of Melbourne, teaches on the spirituality of the psalms and his concise commentary on the settings of the psalms is a feature that is woven through most concert events. In all things Sons of Korah seek to provide an impacting musical journey into the spirit and world of the psalms. The other regular touring members of the group are Jayden Lee, Rod Wilson and Mike Avery. In most cases Sons of Korah tour as a four piece band though they occasionally expand for bigger events.
Sons of Korah is also a partner of the Bible Societies in Australia and New Zealand and in most cases they tour in support of the work of the Bible Society.
Psalm 24
Sons Of Korah Lyrics
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the world, and all who live in it;
for he founded it upon the seas
and established it upon the waters.
Who may ascend the hill of the LORD?
Who may stand in his holy place?
He who has clean hands and a pure heart,
who does not lift up his soul to an idol
He will receive blessing from the LORD
and vindication from God his Savior.
Such is the generation of those who seek him,
who seek your face, O God of Jacob.
Lift up your heads, O you gates;
be lifted up, you ancient doors,
that the King of glory may come in.
Who is this King of glory?
The LORD strong and mighty,
the LORD mighty in battle.
Lift up your heads, O you gates;
lift them up, you ancient doors,
that the King of glory may come in.
Who is he, this King of glory?
The LORD Almighty--
he is the King of glory.
The lyrics of Sons of Korah's Psalm 24 can be divided into two main parts, each describing a different aspect of the character of God. The first part of the psalm highlights the sovereignty of God as the Creator and Sustainer of the earth and all that is in it. The psalmists declare that the earth and everything in it belongs to the Lord because He founded it upon the seas and established it upon the waters. This emphasizes God's power and authority over all of creation. The singers then ask, “Who may ascend the hill of the Lord? Who may stand in his holy place?” The answer is given that those with clean hands and a pure heart, who do not worship idols or swear falsely, will receive blessings from the Lord and vindication from God his Savior. This challenge the listeners to consider the state of their hearts before approaching God and entering into His presence.
The second part of the psalm focuses on the coming of the King of glory. The psalmists call on the gates and ancient doors to lift up their heads as they prepare for the arrival of the King of glory. The repeated question of “Who is this King of glory?” is answered with the same answer. It is the Lord Almighty who is the King of glory. This part of the psalm points to the coming of Christ and the triumph that he brings over sin and death through his sacrifice on the cross.
Line by Line Meaning
The earth is the LORD's, and everything in it,
All of the world and everything in it belongs to the LORD.
the world, and all who live in it;
Not only the physical earth, but also all of the people who inhabit it.
for he founded it upon the seas
The LORD established the earth by placing it on top of the waters.
and established it upon the waters.
The foundation of the earth rests upon the waters.
Who may ascend the hill of the LORD?
Who is worthy to come into the LORD's presence?
Who may stand in his holy place?
Who is allowed to remain in the LORD's sacred dwelling place?
He who has clean hands and a pure heart,
The one with pure intentions and good deeds.
who does not lift up his soul to an idol
The one who does not worship false gods or put their trust in worldly possessions.
or swear by what is false.
The one who does not make false oaths or deceive others.
He will receive blessing from the LORD
The righteous will receive blessings from the LORD.
and vindication from God his Savior.
And will be justified by the LORD, his Savior.
Such is the generation of those who seek him,
This is the kind of person who seeks the LORD.
who seek your face, O God of Jacob.
The one who earnestly searches for and desires to see the face of God, the God of Jacob.
Lift up your heads, O you gates;
Open up, gates.
be lifted up, you ancient doors,
Doors, open up.
that the King of glory may come in.
So that the majestic King may enter.
Who is this King of glory?
Who is this magnificent King?
The LORD strong and mighty,
The LORD, strong and powerful.
the LORD mighty in battle.
The LORD who is invincible in warfare.
Lift up your heads, O you gates;
Open up your gates.
lift them up, you ancient doors,
Doors, open up.
that the King of glory may come in.
So that the majestic King may enter.
Who is he, this King of glory?
Who is this powerful King?
The LORD Almighty--
The LORD, the All-Powerful God.
he is the King of glory.
He is the magnificent and glorious King.
Contributed by Chase A. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
Arch Cast
CHAP. XVI.
1 Christ's arrival at hell-gates; the confusion thereupon. 10 He descends into hell.
AND while Satan and the prince of hell were discoursing thus to each other, on a sudden there was a voice as of thunder and the rushing of winds, saying, 2 Lift up your gates, O ye princes; and be ye lift up, O everlasting gates, and the King of Glory shall come in.
2 When the prince of hell heard this, he said to Satan, Depart from me, and begone out of my habitations; if thou art a powerful warrior, fight with the King of Glory. But what hast thou to do with him?
3 And he cast him forth from his habitations.
4 And the prince said to his impious officers, Shut the brass gates of cruelty, and make them fast with iron bars, and fight courageously, lest we be taken captives.
5 But when all the company of the saints heard this they spake with a loud voice of anger to the prince of hell:
6 Open thy gates that the King of Glory may come in.
7 And the divine prophet David, cried out saying, 3 Did not I when on earth truly prophesy and say, O that men would praise the Lord for his goodness, and for his wonderful works to the children of men.
8 For he hath broken the gates of brass, and cut the bars of iron in sunder. He hath taken them because of their iniquity, and because of their unrighteousness they are afflicted.
9 After this another prophet, 4 namely, holy Isaiah, spake in like manner to all the saints, did not
I rightly prophesy to you when I was alive on earth?
10 The dead men shall live, and they shall rise again who are in their graves, and they shall rejoice who are in earth; for the dew which is from the Lord shall bring deliverance to them.
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11 And I said in another place, O death, where is thy victory? O death, where is thy sting?
12 When all the saints heard these things spoken by Isaiah, they said to the prince of hell, 1 Open now thy gates, and take away thine iron bars; for thou wilt now be bound, and have no power.
13 Then there was a great voice, as of the sound of thunder saying, Lift up your gates, O princes; and be ye lifted up, ye gates of hell, and the King of Glory will enter in.
14 The prince of hell perceiving the same voice repeated, cried out as though he had been ignorant, Who is that King of Glory?
15 David replied to the prince of hell, and said, I understand the words of that voice, because I spake them by his spirit. And now, as I have above said, I say unto thee, the Lord strong and powerful, the Lord mighty in battle: he is the King of Glory, and he is the Lord in heaven and in earth;
16 He hath looked down to hear the groans of the prisoners, and to set loose those that are appointed to death. 2
17 And now, thou filthy and stinking prince of hell, open thy gates, that the King of Glory may enter in; for he is the Lord of heaven and earth.
18 While David was saying this, the mighty Lord appeared in the form of a man, and enlightened those places which had ever before been in darkness,
19 And broke asunder the fetters which before could not be broken; and with his invincible power visited those who sate in the deep darkness by iniquity, and the shadow of death by sin. 3
Ezkvlra
So beautiful
Charlie Williams Kuntam
Let our Lord visit our Hearts and Homes! Amen! The Lord of Might!!
Layla Bartholomew
Pray He doesn't visit u.s. the way He intends
Wendell Hartlauer
Really beautiful arrangement and such a powerful message. Who do you so that the King of Glory is Who is righteous and humble and bringing victory, peace, and salvation? We must all stand before Him and answer His question to us.
Ed Sullivan
Glad you liked it!
Marilyn Matheney
I have been introducing Sons of Korah to many people in the US; I tell them they are my favorite group; baecause of they're talent. musical diversity and mostly because they sing the Word of God.Love these brothers!
Mae M
@Ed Sullivan
Thanks so much for sharing these videos of Sons of Korah singing the Psalms with your viewers. You're very blessed to have such a beautiful ministry ! "
Ed Sullivan
Marilyn Matheney mine too!
Hendrik IJzerman
pray for me with fire and love
Mae M
💜✝️📖👉 " Let every thing that has breath praise the LORD ! Praise the LORD ! "
PSALM 150:6 👈📖✝️💜