Psalms 106:3
Psalms 106:3 in Multiple Translations
Blessed are those who uphold justice, who practice righteousness at all times.
Blessed are they that keep judgment, and he that doeth righteousness at all times.
Blessed are they that keep justice, And he that doeth righteousness at all times.
Happy are they whose decisions are upright, and he who does righteousness at all times.
Happy are those who treat people fairly, who always do what is right.
Blessed are they that keepe iudgement, and doe righteousnesse at all times.
O the happiness of those keeping judgment, Doing righteousness at all times.
Blessed are those who keep justice. Blessed is one who does what is right at all times.
Blessed are they that keep judgment, and he that doeth righteousness at all times.
From the rising and the setting of the sun, from the north and from the sea.
◄Happy are/He is pleased with► those who act fairly/justly, with those who always do what is right.
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Psalms 106:3 Interlinear (Deep Study)
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אַ֭שְׁרֵי
שֹׁמְרֵ֣י
מִשְׁפָּ֑ט
עֹשֵׂ֖ה
צְדָקָ֣ה
בְ/כָל
עֵֽת
אַ֭שְׁרֵי
ʼesher
H835
blessed
N-mp
שֹׁמְרֵ֣י
shâmar
H8104
to keep
V-Qal
מִשְׁפָּ֑ט
mishpâṭ
H4941
justice
N-ms
עֹשֵׂ֖ה
ʻâsâh
H6213
to make
V-Qal
צְדָקָ֣ה
tsᵉdâqâh
H6666
righteousness
N-fs
בְ/כָל
kôl
H3605
all
Prep | N-ms
עֵֽת
ʻêth
H6256
time
N-cs
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Hebrew Word Reference — Psalms 106:3
אַ֭שְׁרֵי
ʼesher
H835
"blessed"
N-mp
This Hebrew word means happiness or blessedness, often used to express how happy someone is. It appears in the Bible as an interjection, similar to 'how happy!' In the KJV, it is translated as 'blessed' or 'happy'.
Definition: 1) happiness, blessedness 1a) often used as interjection 1b) blessed are
Usage: Occurs in 42 OT verses. KJV: blessed, happy. See also: Deuteronomy 33:29; Psalms 119:2; Psalms 1:1.
שֹׁמְרֵ֣י
shâmar
H8104
"to keep"
V-Qal
To keep or obey means to protect, attend to, or guard something, like keeping a promise or watching over someone, as seen in the commands to observe the Sabbath.
Definition: : obey/observe 1) to keep, guard, observe, give heed 1a) (Qal) 1a1) to keep, have charge of 1a2) to keep, guard, keep watch and ward, protect, save life 1a2a) watch, watchman (participle) 1a3) to watch for, wait for 1a4) to watch, observe 1a5) to keep, retain, treasure up (in memory) 1a6) to keep (within bounds), restrain 1a7) to observe, celebrate, keep (sabbath or covenant or commands), perform (vow) 1a8) to keep, preserve, protect 1a9) to keep, reserve 1b) (Niphal) 1b1) to be on one's guard, take heed, take care, beware 1b2) to keep oneself, refrain, abstain 1b3) to be kept, be guarded 1c) (Piel) to keep, pay heed 1d) (Hithpael) to keep oneself from
Usage: Occurs in 440 OT verses. KJV: beward, be circumspect, take heed (to self), keep(-er, self), mark, look narrowly, observe, preserve, regard, reserve, save (self), sure, (that lay) wait (for), watch(-man). See also: Genesis 2:15; Deuteronomy 11:1; 1 Kings 14:8.
מִשְׁפָּ֑ט
mishpâṭ
H4941
"justice"
N-ms
Mishpat means justice or judgment, and is often used to describe God's righteous judgment, as well as human laws and decisions, in books like Deuteronomy and Isaiah.
Definition: : judgement/punishment 1) judgment, justice, ordinance 1a) judgment 1a1) act of deciding a case 1a2) place, court, seat of judgment 1a3) process, procedure, litigation (before judges) 1a4) case, cause (presented for judgment) 1a5) sentence, decision (of judgment) 1a6) execution (of judgment) 1a7) time (of judgment) 1b) justice, right, rectitude (attributes of God or man) 1c) ordinance 1d) decision (in law) 1e) right, privilege, due (legal) 1f) proper, fitting, measure, fitness, custom, manner, plan
Usage: Occurs in 406 OT verses. KJV: [phrase] adversary, ceremony, charge, [idiom] crime, custom, desert, determination, discretion, disposing, due, fashion, form, to be judged, judgment, just(-ice, -ly), (manner of) law(-ful), manner, measure, (due) order, ordinance, right, sentence, usest, [idiom] worthy, [phrase] wrong. See also: Genesis 18:19; 1 Kings 2:3; Psalms 1:5.
עֹשֵׂ֖ה
ʻâsâh
H6213
"to make"
V-Qal
This verb means to make or do something, and is used over 2,600 times in the Bible. It is first used in Genesis 1:7 to describe God's creation of the world and is also used in Exodus 31:5 to describe the work of skilled craftsmen.
Definition: : make(OBJECT) 1) to do, fashion, accomplish, make 1a) (Qal) 1a1) to do, work, make, produce 1a1a) to do 1a1b) to work 1a1c) to deal (with) 1a1d) to act, act with effect, effect 1a2) to make 1a2a) to make 1a2b) to produce 1a2c) to prepare 1a2d) to make (an offering) 1a2e) to attend to, put in order 1a2f) to observe, celebrate 1a2g) to acquire (property) 1a2h) to appoint, ordain, institute 1a2i) to bring about 1a2j) to use 1a2k) to spend, pass 1b) (Niphal) 1b1) to be done 1b2) to be made 1b3) to be produced 1b4) to be offered 1b5) to be observed 1b6) to be used 1c) (Pual) to be made
Usage: Occurs in 2286 OT verses. KJV: accomplish, advance, appoint, apt, be at, become, bear, bestow, bring forth, bruise, be busy, [idiom] certainly, have the charge of, commit, deal (with), deck, [phrase] displease, do, (ready) dress(-ed), (put in) execute(-ion), exercise, fashion, [phrase] feast, (fight-) ing man, [phrase] finish, fit, fly, follow, fulfill, furnish, gather, get, go about, govern, grant, great, [phrase] hinder, hold (a feast), [idiom] indeed, [phrase] be industrious, [phrase] journey, keep, labour, maintain, make, be meet, observe, be occupied, offer, [phrase] officer, pare, bring (come) to pass, perform, pracise, prepare, procure, provide, put, requite, [idiom] sacrifice, serve, set, shew, [idiom] sin, spend, [idiom] surely, take, [idiom] thoroughly, trim, [idiom] very, [phrase] vex, be (warr-) ior, work(-man), yield, use. See also: Genesis 1:7; Genesis 34:19; Exodus 18:24.
צְדָקָ֣ה
tsᵉdâqâh
H6666
"righteousness"
N-fs
Encompasses the idea of righteousness, including justice, virtue, and morality, often describing God's attribute or the standard for human behavior. It is used to describe the ideal for personal conduct and societal norms, emphasizing the importance of living a righteous life.
Definition: 1) justice, righteousness 1a) righteousness (in government) 1a1) of judge, ruler, king 1a2) of law 1a3) of Davidic king Messiah 1b) righteousness (of God's attribute) 1c) righteousness (in a case or cause) 1d) righteousness, truthfulness 1e) righteousness (as ethically right) 1f) righteousness (as vindicated), justification, salvation 1f1) of God 1f2) prosperity (of people) 1g) righteous acts Aramaic equivalent: tsid.qah (צִדְקָה "righteousness" H6665)
Usage: Occurs in 150 OT verses. KJV: justice, moderately, right(-eous) (act, -ly, -ness). See also: Genesis 15:6; Proverbs 16:31; Psalms 5:9.
בְ/כָל
kôl
H3605
"all"
Prep | N-ms
The Hebrew word for 'all' or 'everything' is used throughout the Bible, like in Genesis 1:31, where God sees all He has made as very good. It encompasses the entirety of something, whether people, things, or situations.
Definition: 1) all, the whole 1a) all, the whole of 1b) any, each, every, anything 1c) totality, everything Aramaic equivalent: kol (כֹּל "all" H3606)
Usage: Occurs in 4242 OT verses. KJV: (in) all (manner, (ye)), altogether, any (manner), enough, every (one, place, thing), howsoever, as many as, (no-) thing, ought, whatsoever, (the) whole, whoso(-ever). See also: Genesis 1:21; Genesis 17:10; Genesis 41:40.
עֵֽת
ʻêth
H6256
"time"
N-cs
Eth means time, especially now or when, and can refer to an event, experience, or occasion. It is often used to describe a specific moment or period.
Definition: 1) time 1a) time (of an event) 1b) time (usual) 1c) experiences, fortunes 1d) occurrence, occasion
Usage: Occurs in 258 OT verses. KJV: [phrase] after, (al-) ways, [idiom] certain, [phrase] continually, [phrase] evening, long, (due) season, so (long) as, (even-, evening-, noon-) tide, (meal-), what) time, when. See also: Genesis 8:11; 2 Chronicles 35:17; Psalms 1:3.
Study Notes — Psalms 106:3
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- Context
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- Psalms 106:3 Summary
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Reflection Questions
- Gill's Exposition on Psalms 106:3
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Psalms 106:3
- Matthew Poole's Commentary on Psalms 106:3
- Trapp's Commentary on Psalms 106:3
- Ellicott's Commentary on Psalms 106:3
- Adam Clarke's Commentary on Psalms 106:3
- Cambridge Bible on Psalms 106:3
- Barnes' Notes on Psalms 106:3
- Whedon's Commentary on Psalms 106:3
- Sermons on Psalms 106:3
Context — Give Thanks to the LORD, for He Is Good
1Hallelujah! Give thanks to the LORD, for He is good; His loving devotion endures forever.
2Who can describe the mighty acts of the LORD or fully proclaim His praise?
3Blessed are those who uphold justice, who practice righteousness at all times.
4Remember me, O LORD, in Your favor to Your people; visit me with Your salvation, 5that I may see the prosperity of Your chosen ones, and rejoice in the gladness of Your nation, and give glory with Your inheritance.Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
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| 1 | Psalms 15:2 | He who walks with integrity and practices righteousness, who speaks the truth from his heart, |
| 2 | James 1:25 | But the one who looks intently into the perfect law of freedom, and continues to do so—not being a forgetful hearer, but an effective doer—he will be blessed in what he does. |
| 3 | John 15:14 | You are My friends if you do what I command you. |
| 4 | John 13:17 | If you know these things, you will be blessed if you do them. |
| 5 | Galatians 6:9 | Let us not grow weary in well-doing, for in due time we will reap a harvest if we do not give up. |
| 6 | Psalms 119:1–3 | Blessed are those whose way is blameless, who walk in the Law of the LORD. Blessed are those who keep His testimonies and seek Him with all their heart. They do no iniquity; they walk in His ways. |
| 7 | Revelation 22:14 | Blessed are those who wash their robes, so that they may have the right to the tree of life and may enter the city by its gates. |
| 8 | Mark 3:35 | For whoever does the will of God is My brother and sister and mother.” |
| 9 | Deuteronomy 11:1 | You shall therefore love the LORD your God and always keep His charge, His statutes, His ordinances, and His commandments. |
| 10 | Psalms 119:20 | My soul is consumed with longing for Your judgments at all times. |
Psalms 106:3 Summary
[Psalms 106:3 teaches us that we are blessed when we do what is right and fair, and live a life that is pleasing to God. This means treating others with kindness and respect, and making choices that align with God's will, as seen in Matthew 22:37-40. By living a life of justice and righteousness, we will experience the joy and fulfillment that comes from following God's commands, and we will be a blessing to those around us, as described in Genesis 12:2.]
Frequently Asked Questions
What does it mean to 'uphold justice' in Psalms 106:3?
To uphold justice means to support and promote what is right and fair, as seen in Micah 6:8, where we are called to 'do justice' and 'love mercy'. This involves treating others with fairness and respect, regardless of their background or circumstances.
How can we 'practice righteousness at all times' as mentioned in Psalms 106:3?
Practicing righteousness at all times involves living a life that is pleasing to God, as described in Proverbs 10:2, where 'righteousness delivers from death'. This means making choices that align with God's will and commands, even when it's difficult or unpopular.
Who are the 'blessed' ones mentioned in Psalms 106:3?
The 'blessed' ones are those who uphold justice and practice righteousness at all times, as seen in Matthew 5:6, where Jesus teaches that the 'blessed' are those who 'hunger and thirst for righteousness'. These individuals are blessed because they are living a life that is pleasing to God and will receive His favor and reward.
How does this verse relate to our daily lives?
This verse is a call to action, encouraging us to live a life of justice and righteousness in our daily lives, as seen in Colossians 3:17, where we are told to 'do everything in the name of the Lord Jesus'. By doing so, we will be blessed and experience the joy and fulfillment that comes from living a life that is pleasing to God.
Reflection Questions
- What are some ways I can uphold justice in my community, and how can I start making a positive impact?
- In what areas of my life do I struggle to practice righteousness, and how can I seek God's help and guidance to overcome these challenges?
- How can I balance the desire to do what is right with the pressure to conform to the world's standards, and what role does faith play in this struggle?
- What are some practical ways I can show love and respect to those around me, and how can I demonstrate God's love to a world that desperately needs it?
Gill's Exposition on Psalms 106:3
Blessed are they that keep judgment,.... Or "observe" (k) it; the righteous judgment of God on wicked men; by which he is known in his justice, holiness, truth, and faithfulness; and by which the
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Psalms 106:3
Who can utter the mighty acts of the LORD? who can shew forth all his praise? Praise ye the Lord - Hebrew, 'Hallelujah.' This connects our psalm with Psalms 105:45.
Matthew Poole's Commentary on Psalms 106:3
That keep judgment; that observe and practise what is just and right towards God and men; which in the next clause he calls doing righteousness. At all times; in adversity as well as in prosperity. And this clause may belong either, 1. To the last foregoing words, that doeth righteousness at all times, constantly and perpetually; or rather, 2. To the first words, they are blessed at all times, even in the day of their calamity, which therefore ought not to hinder us from this great and just duty of praising God. And so this verse coheres with the former.
Trapp's Commentary on Psalms 106:3
Psalms 106:3 Blessed [are] they that keep judgment, [and] he that doeth righteousness at all times.Ver. 3. Blessed are they that keep judgment, &c.] That are of right principles and upright practices; this is real and substantial praising of God. Thanks doing is the proof of thanksgiving; and the good life of the thankful is the life of thankfulness. Those that say God a-thank only, and no more, are not only contumelious, but injurious. And he that doth righteousness] So preaching forth the virtues (or praises) of God who hath called him into his marvellous light, 1 Peter 2:9, and composing his whole course, velar spectatum aliquod simulaehrum et documentum laudis eius constans atque perpetuum (Jun.).
Ellicott's Commentary on Psalms 106:3
(1-5) These verses form an introduction to the psalm, and make it evident that while the writer spoke as one of a community, and for the community, he still felt his personal relation to Jehovah.
Adam Clarke's Commentary on Psalms 106:3
Verse 3. Blessed are they that keep judgment, and he that doeth righteousness at all times.] How near do the Anglo-Saxon, the ancient Scottish Version, and the present translation, approach to each other! Anglo-Saxon. [A.S.]. "Blessed they that holdeth doom, and doth righteousness in ilkere tide." Anglo-Scottish. Blisful tha that kepes dome, and duse rightwisnes in ilk tyme. Those are truly blessed, or happy, whose hearts are devoted to God, and who live in the habit of obedience. Those, the general tenor of whose life is not conformed to the will of God, have no true happiness.
Cambridge Bible on Psalms 106:3
3. From the thought of the mercy and the might of Jehovah which are the ground of Israel’s hope, the Psalmist passes to the conditions of participation in the blessing for which he looks. Happy those who obey the Divine command, given in view of the near approach of Jehovah’s Advent to redeem, “Keep judgement, and do righteousness” (Isaiah 56:1): who repent, and bring forth fruits worthy of their repentance, conforming their conduct to the demands and will of God. Cp. Psalms 105:45. he that doeth] Probably we should read they that do (ςωֵׂ ?ι for ςωֵׂ ?δ, with LXX and other Versions).
Barnes' Notes on Psalms 106:3
Blessed are they that keep judgment - They are blessed, for their conduet is right, and it leads to happiness.
Whedon's Commentary on Psalms 106:3
3. Blessed—The psalmist describes the character of the man upon whom will abide true happiness, namely, he who keeps judgment and righteousness—the act and the principle of rectitude—at all times.
Sermons on Psalms 106:3
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Joy in Forgiveness Part 1 by Chuck Smith | In this sermon, the psalmist begins by praising and giving thanks to the Lord for His goodness and enduring mercy. The psalmist marvels at the works of God, questioning who can tru |
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Laodicean Church by Leonard Ravenhill | This sermon emphasizes the importance of prayer, repentance, and overcoming the world to be part of the bride of Christ. It delves into the need for clean hands and a pure heart in |
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The Coming Great Deception by Steve Gallagher | In this sermon, the preacher discusses the consequences of rejecting the truth of God's word. He emphasizes the importance of understanding right from wrong and warns against accep |
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Righteousness in the Old Testament by Art Katz | Art Katz explores the concept of righteousness in the Old Testament, emphasizing that it is fundamentally about fulfilling the demands of relationships, particularly with God and t |
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On Being True by John Hames | John Hames delivers a powerful sermon on the characteristics of a true Christian, emphasizing the importance of genuineness, uprightness, and sincerity in a world filled with disho |
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Where Is America Headed? by Vance Havner | In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes that as Christians, we are engaged in a spiritual battle that has already been won by Jesus on the cross. He compares our role to that of so |
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Commanded to Love - Part 2 by Derek Prince | This sermon delves into the concept of love as described in the Epistle of James, emphasizing the importance of loving one's neighbor as oneself, which is referred to as the perfec |