Psalms 57:5
Be exalted, O God, above the heavens;
What it says
He prays that God be exalted above the heavens and his glory over all the earth.
What it is doing
This verse introduces the psalm's governing refrain of divine exaltation.
In context
1For the choirmaster. To the tune of “Do Not Destroy.” A Miktam of David, when he fled from Saul into the cave. 2I cry out to God Most High, 3He reaches down from heaven and saves me; 4My soul is among the lions; 5Be exalted, O God, above the heavens; 6They spread a net for my feet; 7My heart is steadfast, O God, my heart is steadfast. 8Awake, my glory! 9I will praise You, O Lord, among the nations; 10For Your loving devotion reaches to the heavens, 11Be exalted, O God, above the heavens;