Psalm 149 KJV
King James Version, Holy Bible
1Praise ye the Lord. Sing unto the Lord a new song, and his praise in the congregation of saints.
2 Let Israel rejoice in him that made him: let the children of Zion be joyful in their King.
3 Let them praise his name in the dance: let them sing praises unto him with the timbrel and harp.
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4 For the Lord taketh pleasure in his people: he will beautify the meek with salvation.
5 Let the saints be joyful in glory: let them sing aloud upon their beds.
6 Let the high praises of God be in their mouth, and a two-edged sword in their hand;
7 To execute vengeance upon the heathen, and punishments upon the people;
8 To bind their kings with chains, and their nobles with fetters of iron;
9 To execute upon them the judgment written: this honour have all his saints. Praise ye the Lord.
Key Takeaways from This Psalm:
Psalm 149:1
Verse: הַלְלוּ יְהוָה
Transliteration: Hallelu Adonai
English: “Praise the Lord! Sing to the Lord a new song, His praise in the assembly of the faithful.”
Focus Word: חָדָשׁ (Chadash)
- Root: ח-ד-שׁ (Chet-Dalet-Shin)
- Meaning: “New,” “fresh,” “renewed.”
- Deeper Insight: Chadash conveys innovation and renewal in worship, emphasizing continual creativity in praising God.
Biblical Scholars On This Chapter:
| Scholar (Institution & Dates) | Work | View on Psalm 149 |
|---|---|---|
| John Lightfoot (University of Cambridge, 1602–1675) | Horae Hebraicae et Talmudicae | Lightfoot highlights the Psalm’s joyful expression of praise through music and dance as a fitting response to God’s deeds. |
| Edmund Calamy (University of Cambridge, 1600–1666) | An Exposition of the Psalms | Calamy notes the communal aspect of praise, linking physical expression with spiritual celebration. |
| Thomas Boston (University of Edinburgh, 1676–1732) | Human Nature in Its Fourfold State | Boston observes that worship includes both gratitude for God’s mercy and readiness to uphold justice. |
| John Owen (University of Oxford, 1616–1683) | A Commentary on the Psalms | Owen emphasizes the balance between joy in deliverance and the solemn recognition of God’s sovereignty. |
| George Lawson (University of Edinburgh, 1598–1678) | An Exposition of the Psalms | Lawson highlights that the Psalm calls for enthusiastic, heartfelt expression in praise. |
Prayer: Thank You, Father for Your Word, Lord, for by it we are able to learn deep spiritual truths from Your hand. Thank You Lord that even though You are high and lifted up, You look low. Thank You Lord for Your promise that the meek shall inherit the earth. We will be joyful in glory for You have done great things for us and we are glad. Thank you Everlasting Father, in Jesus' Name. Amen!
