Psalms 149

KJ3 Literal Translation — Chapter 149 of 150

1 Praise Jah! Sing to Jehovah a new song, His praise in the assembly of the godly ones.

2 Let Israel rejoice in his Maker; let the sons of Zion be joyful in their King.

3 Let them praise His name in the dance; let them sing praise to Him with the timbrel and lyre.

4 For Jehovah takes pleasure in His people; He beautifies the humble with salvation.

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Chapter Summary

The prophet exhorts to praise Jehovah for His love to the elect, and for His power over His enemies.

Key Hebrew Words

עֲ֝נָוִ֗ים poor H6035 · TWOT 1652a
תְּ֝הִלָּת֗ praise H8416 · TWOT 500c
מִשְׁכְּבוֹתָֽ place of lying H4904 · TWOT 2381c
יְפָאֵ֥ר beautify H6286 · TWOT 1726
חֲסִידִֽים kind H2623 · TWOT 698b

People & Context

Binding Kings with Chains

The godly ones execute vengeance on the nations, binding their kings with chains and their nobles with iron bands.

Timeline

Binding Kings with Chains

The godly ones execute vengeance on the nations, binding their kings with chains and their nobles with iron bands.

Psalms 149:7-8

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