Psalms 68:18 - Exposition

Thou hast ascended on high; i . e . ascended into the sanctuary, Mount Zion—gone up with the ark when it was transferred thither (see 2 Samuel 6:12-19 ; 1 Chronicles 15:11-28 ). Thou hast led captivity captive; i . e . thou hast made many captives—or enabled us to take many prisoners. Thou hast received gifts for men; rather, among men . Tribute from Israel's enemies is probably intended. Yea, for the rebellious also; literally, yea, rebels also ; i . e . enemies, that when reduced have rebelled, and then submitted to pay tribute a second time. That the Lord God ( Jah Elohim ) might dwell among them; " That God, after the nations had been subdued and submitted themselves, might rest quietly thenceforth in Zion."