Psalms 116:19
Psalms 116:19 in Multiple Translations
in the courts of the LORD’s house, in your midst, O Jerusalem. Hallelujah!
In the courts of the LORD’s house, in the midst of thee, O Jerusalem. Praise ye the LORD.
In the courts of Jehovah’s house, In the midst of thee, O Jerusalem. Praise ye Jehovah.
In the Lord's house, even in Jerusalem. Praise be to the Lord.
there in the house of the Lord, right in Jerusalem. Praise the Lord!
In the courtes of ye Lords house, euen in the middes of thee, O Ierusalem. Praise ye the Lord.
In the courts of the house of Jehovah, In thy midst, O Jerusalem, praise ye Jah!
in the courts of the LORD’s house, in the middle of you, Jerusalem. Praise the LORD!
In the courts of the LORD'S house, in the midst of thee, O Jerusalem. Praise ye the LORD.
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Psalms 116:19 Interlinear (Deep Study)
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בְּ/חַצְר֤וֹת
בֵּ֤ית
יְהוָ֗ה
בְּֽ/ת֘וֹכֵ֤/כִי
יְֽרוּשָׁלִָ֗ם
הַֽלְלוּ
יָֽהּ
בְּ/חַצְר֤וֹת
châtsêr
H2691
court
Prep | N-cp
בֵּ֤ית
bayith
H1004
place
N-ms
יְהוָ֗ה
Yᵉhôvâh
H3068
The Lord
N-proper
בְּֽ/ת֘וֹכֵ֤/כִי
tâvek
H8432
midst
Prep | N-ms | Suff
יְֽרוּשָׁלִָ֗ם
Yᵉrûwshâlaim
H3389
Jerusalem
N-proper
הַֽלְלוּ
hâlal
H1984
to shine
V-Piel-Impv-2mp
יָֽהּ
Yâhh
H3050
LORD
N-proper
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Hebrew Word Reference — Psalms 116:19
בְּ/חַצְר֤וֹת
châtsêr
H2691
"court"
Prep | N-cp
A village in the Bible is a small settlement surrounded by walls. In Matthew 21:2, Jesus sends his disciples to a village to find a donkey, while in Mark 6:6, Jesus travels from village to village teaching.
Definition: 1) court, enclosure 1a) enclosures 1b) court
Usage: Occurs in 163 OT verses. KJV: court, tower, village. See also: Genesis 25:16; 2 Chronicles 24:21; Psalms 10:8.
בֵּ֤ית
bayith
H1004
"place"
N-ms
The Hebrew word for house refers to a dwelling place, including a family home, temple, or even the human body. It appears in various contexts, such as the temple in Jerusalem or the household of a family. In the Bible, it is often used to describe a place of worship or a family's living space.
Definition: nm place, origin, between
Usage: Occurs in 1712 OT verses. KJV: court, daughter, door, [phrase] dungeon, family, [phrase] forth of, [idiom] great as would contain, hangings, home(born), (winter) house(-hold), inside(-ward), palace, place, [phrase] prison, [phrase] steward, [phrase] tablet, temple, web, [phrase] within(-out). See also: Genesis 6:14; Exodus 8:5; Numbers 1:45.
יְהוָ֗ה
Yᵉhôvâh
H3068
"The Lord"
N-proper
Yehovah is another name for God, often translated as 'the Lord'. It is a national name for God in the Jewish faith. This name is used throughout the Old Testament.
Definition: Another name of ye.ru.sha.laim (יְרוּשָׁלִַ֫ם, יְרוּשְׁלֵם "Jerusalem" H3389)
Usage: Occurs in 5522 OT verses. KJV: Jehovah, the Lord. Compare H3050 (יָהּ), H3069 (יְהֹוִה). See also: Genesis 2:4; Genesis 24:42; Exodus 8:8.
בְּֽ/ת֘וֹכֵ֤/כִי
tâvek
H8432
"midst"
Prep | N-ms | Suff
This word refers to the middle or center of something, such as a group of people or a physical space. It can also mean among or between things, as seen in various Bible translations.
Definition: 1) midst, middle 1a) midst, middle 1b) into, through (after verbs of motion) 1c) among (of a number of persons) 1d) between (of things arranged by twos) 1e) from among (as to take or separate etc)
Usage: Occurs in 390 OT verses. KJV: among(-st), [idiom] between, half, [idiom] (there-, where-), in(-to), middle, mid(-night), midst (among), [idiom] out (of), [idiom] through, [idiom] with(-in). See also: Genesis 1:6; Numbers 35:5; 2 Chronicles 32:4.
יְֽרוּשָׁלִָ֗ם
Yᵉrûwshâlaim
H3389
"Jerusalem"
N-proper
Jerusalem is the capital city of Palestine, also known as the city of peace. It was the chief city of the united kingdom and the nation of Judah after the split.
Definition: § Jerusalem = "teaching of peace" the chief city of Palestine and capital of the united kingdom and the nation of Judah after the split
Usage: Occurs in 600 OT verses. KJV: Jerusalem. See also: Joshua 10:1; 2 Kings 22:14; 2 Chronicles 24:6.
הַֽלְלוּ
hâlal
H1984
"to shine"
V-Piel-Impv-2mp
To be foolish means to act wildly or make a show, like the prophets of Baal in 1 Kings 18:29. It can also mean to celebrate or boast, as in Psalm 38:5.
Definition: 1) to shine 1a) (Qal) to shine (fig. of God's favour) 1b) (Hiphil) to flash forth light
Usage: Occurs in 140 OT verses. KJV: (make) boast (self), celebrate, commend, (deal, make), fool(-ish, -ly), glory, give (light), be (make, feign self) mad (against), give in marriage, (sing, be worthy of) praise, rage, renowned, shine. See also: Genesis 12:15; Psalms 113:1; Psalms 5:6.
יָֽהּ
Yâhh
H3050
"LORD"
N-proper
Jah is a shortened form of the name LORD, used in many compounds, such as names ending in -iah or -jah. It appears in the Bible as a way to refer to God.
Definition: A shortened form of the name ye.ho.vah (יהוה "LORD" H3068) used in many compounds as the letters 'Je' or 'jah'
Usage: Occurs in 46 OT verses. KJV: Jah, the Lord, most vehement. Compare names in '-iah,' '-jah.' See also: Exodus 15:2; Psalms 118:17; Psalms 68:5.
Study Notes — Psalms 116:19
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- Context
- Cross References
- Psalms 116:19 Summary
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Reflection Questions
- Gill's Exposition on Psalms 116:19
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Psalms 116:19
- Trapp's Commentary on Psalms 116:19
- Adam Clarke's Commentary on Psalms 116:19
- Cambridge Bible on Psalms 116:19
- Barnes' Notes on Psalms 116:19
- Whedon's Commentary on Psalms 116:19
- Sermons on Psalms 116:19
Context — The LORD Has Heard My Voice
17I will offer to You a sacrifice of thanksgiving and call on the name of the LORD.
18I will fulfill my vows to the LORD in the presence of all His people,
19in the courts of the LORD’s house, in your midst, O Jerusalem. Hallelujah!
Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
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| 1 | Psalms 135:2 | who stand in the house of the LORD, in the courts of the house of our God. |
| 2 | Psalms 96:8 | Ascribe to the LORD the glory due His name; bring an offering and enter His courts. |
| 3 | Psalms 122:3–4 | Jerusalem is built up as a city united together, where the tribes go up, the tribes of the LORD, as a testimony for Israel, to give thanks to the name of the LORD. |
| 4 | Psalms 118:19–20 | Open to me the gates of righteousness, that I may enter and give thanks to the LORD. This is the gate of the LORD; the righteous shall enter through it. |
| 5 | 2 Chronicles 6:6 | But now I have chosen Jerusalem for My Name to be there, and I have chosen David to be over My people Israel.’ |
| 6 | Psalms 100:4 | Enter His gates with thanksgiving and His courts with praise; give thanks to Him and bless His name. |
Psalms 116:19 Summary
This verse is saying that the Psalmist wants to worship and thank God in the temple in Jerusalem, surrounded by God's people. He's expressing his desire to be close to God and to praise Him for all He's done, as seen in Psalms 100:4. Just like the Psalmist, we can worship God anywhere, but there's something special about gathering with other believers to praise Him (Hebrews 10:25). By saying 'Hallelujah', the Psalmist is simply saying 'Praise the Lord', and we can do the same, just like in Revelation 19:1-6.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does it mean to be in the courts of the LORD's house?
This refers to the temple in Jerusalem, where God's people would gather to worship and offer sacrifices, as seen in Psalms 100:4 and 1 Kings 8:62-66.
Why is Jerusalem specifically mentioned in this verse?
Jerusalem is mentioned because it was the center of Israel's worship and the location of the temple, as stated in 1 Kings 11:36 and Psalms 78:68-69.
What is the significance of saying 'Hallelujah' at the end of this verse?
Saying 'Hallelujah' is an expression of praise to God, meaning 'Praise the Lord', as seen in Psalms 104:35 and Revelation 19:1-6.
How does this verse relate to the rest of the Psalm?
This verse is a culmination of the Psalmist's declaration to fulfill his vows to the Lord, as stated in Psalms 116:14 and Psalms 116:17-18, and is a expression of his desire to worship God in the midst of His people.
Reflection Questions
- What does it mean for you to be in the 'courts of the Lord's house' today, and how can you worship Him in the midst of His people?
- How can you, like the Psalmist, express your gratitude and praise to God for His deliverance and salvation?
- In what ways can you fulfill your vows to the Lord, as the Psalmist declares in Psalms 116:14 and Psalms 116:18?
- What role does the city of Jerusalem play in your understanding of God's plan of salvation, and how does it relate to the New Jerusalem in Revelation 21:1-4?
Gill's Exposition on Psalms 116:19
In the courts of the Lord's house,.... This is added by way of explanation of Ps 116:18, what he meant by "the presence of all his people"; the assembly of the saints met together in the house of the
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Psalms 116:19
In the courts of the LORD's house, in the midst of thee, O Jerusalem. Praise ye the LORD. In the courts of the Lord's house - (cf. introductory notes.)
Trapp's Commentary on Psalms 116:19
Psalms 116:19 In the courts of the LORD’ S house, in the midst of thee, O Jerusalem. Praise ye the LORD. Ver. 19. In the courts of the Lord’ s house] In coetu sacro; in the great congregation, Psalms 22:25; Psalms 35:18, where there is a more powerful, lively, and effectual working of the Spirit, Psalms 89:7 Hebrews 4:1 1 Corinthians 14:24.
Adam Clarke's Commentary on Psalms 116:19
Verse 19. In the midst of thee, O Jerusalem.] He speaks as if present in the city, offering his vowed sacrifices in the temple to the Lord. Most of this Psalm has been applied to our Lord and his Church; and in this way it has been considered as prophetic; and, taken thus, it is innocently accommodated, and is very edifying. This is the interpretation given of the whole by the old Psalter. ANALYSIS OF THE HUNDRED AND SIXTEENTH PSALM This Psalm is gratulatory; for it shows how great straits the psalmist was brought into, from which God delivered him. This Psalm has three parts: - I. The psalmist makes profession of his love, and shows the reasons of it: God's goodness in hearing and delivering him from his low and sad condition, Psalms 116:1-9. II. He professes his duty and faith, Psalms 116:9-11. III.
He promises to be thankful, and in what manner, Psalms 116:12-19. I. He begins with the expression of his content and love: "I love the Lord." And he gives these reasons: - 1. "Because he hath heard," c. This is reason enough why I should love him. 2. "Because he hath inclined," c. An evidence that he was heard. Upon which experience that he was heard he adds: "Therefore will I call," &c. Another reason which moved him to love God was, that he heard him in the extremity of his deep distress for, - 1. "The sorrows of death," c.
Death is the king of fear. 2. "The pains of hell," &c. He feared the anger of God for his sins. 3. "I found trouble and sorrow." The psalmist was sensible of his condition: though others might suppose him compassed with prosperity, yet he knew himself distressed. But he prayed to the Lord. 1. "Then." In these troubles and pangs. 2. "I called upon," &c. Invocation to God was his sole refuge. 3. "O Lord, I beseech thee," &c. He sets down the very words of his prayer.
And then, that he might show that he prayed to God in faith and hope, he points out the attributes of God for the encouragement of others. 1. "God is gracious." It is he who inspires prayer and repentance, remits sin, and pardons those who fly in faith to him for mercy. 2. "And righteous and just." He will perform what he has promised. 3. "Yea, our God is merciful." He mingles mercy with his justice he corrects with a father's hand, and loves to forgive rather than to punish. Of which David gives an instance in himself: "I was brought low, and he helped me." And all others may find the same who come in the way that I did to him for pardon.
Cambridge Bible on Psalms 116:19
19. Praise ye the Lord] Hallelujah, probably, with LXX, to be transferred to the beginning of Psalms 117.
Barnes' Notes on Psalms 116:19
In the courts of the Lord’s house - See the notes at Psalms 65:4. Compare Psalms 84:2; Psalms 92:13; Psalms 96:8; Psalms 100:4; Psalms 135:2.
Whedon's Commentary on Psalms 116:19
19. Courts of the Lord’s house—This does not necessarily prove the temple to be now standing, but the place of worship.
Sermons on Psalms 116:19
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God of the Nations - Part 1 by Art Katz | In this sermon, the speaker discusses the historical and ethnic background of the Slavic people who had become Muslims during an invasion four centuries ago. He highlights the warf |
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The Beauty of Holiness by Leonard Ravenhill | In this sermon, the preacher discusses the urgency of preaching the word of God in a generation that is unaware of the impending judgment of hellfire. He emphasizes the importance |
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The Glory Which Is Due to Jehovah. by Edward Payson | Edward Payson preaches a Thanksgiving Sermon based on 1 Chronicles 16:28-29, emphasizing the importance of giving glory and strength to the Lord, bringing offerings, and worshiping |
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Psalm 122 by Henry Law | Henry Law preaches on the beauty and glory of the Church of Christ, emphasizing the joy and celestial happiness believers experience when gathering for worship. The magnificence of |
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Testimonies of Those Who Were Seekers and Finders in the Hebrides Revival by Duncan Campbell | Duncan Campbell shares testimonies from the Hebrides Revival, emphasizing the transformative power of prayer and the seeking love of God. He recounts the experiences of individuals |
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Gatekeepers by Dick Brogden | Dick Brogden preaches on the spiritual function of gatekeeping, emphasizing the responsibility of spiritual leaders to keep evil out and usher people into God's presence. He highli |
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Practice of Brotherly Love by Clement of Rome | Clement of Rome urges believers to swiftly end discord and return to practicing brotherly love by humbly seeking reconciliation with the Lord through tears. He emphasizes that righ |