Psalms 118:28
Psalms 118:28 in Multiple Translations
You are my God, and I will give You thanks. You are my God, and I will exalt You.
Thou art my God, and I will praise thee: thou art my God, I will exalt thee.
Thou art my God, and I will give thanks unto thee: Thou art my God, I will exalt thee.
You are my God, and I will give you praise; my God, and I will give honour to your name.
You are my God, and I will thank you! You are my God, and I will praise you!
Thou art my God, and I will praise thee, euen my God: therefore I will exalt thee.
My God Thou [art], and I confess Thee, My God, I exalt Thee.
You are my God, and I will give thanks to you. You are my God, I will exalt you.
Thou art my God, and I will praise thee: thou art my God, I will exalt thee.
My soul hath slumbered through heaviness: strengthen thou me in thy words.
Yahweh, you are the God whom I worship, and I will praise you! You are my God, and I will tell everyone that you are great!
Berean Amplified Bible — Psalms 118:28
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Psalms 118:28 Interlinear (Deep Study)
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אֵלִ֣/י
אַתָּ֣ה
וְ/אוֹדֶ֑/ךָּ
אֱ֝לֹהַ֗/י
אֲרוֹמְמֶֽ/ךָּ
אֵלִ֣/י
ʼêl
H410
god
N-ms | Suff
אַתָּ֣ה
ʼattâh
H859
you(m.s.)
Pron
וְ/אוֹדֶ֑/ךָּ
yâdâh
H3034
to give thanks
Conj | V-Hiphil-Imperf-1cs | Suff
אֱ֝לֹהַ֗/י
ʼĕlôhîym
H430
God
N-mp | Suff
אֲרוֹמְמֶֽ/ךָּ
rûwm
H7311
to exalt
V-o-Imperf-1cs | Suff
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Hebrew Word Reference — Psalms 118:28
אֵלִ֣/י
ʼêl
H410
"god"
N-ms | Suff
In the Bible, 'el means strength or power, and is often used to refer to God or false gods. It describes something or someone as mighty or powerful, like the Almighty. This concept is central to understanding the Bible's view of God.
Definition: : god 1) god, god-like one, mighty one 1a) mighty men, men of rank, mighty heroes 1b) angels 1c) god, false god, (demons, imaginations) 1d) God, the one true God, Jehovah 2) mighty things in nature 3) strength, power Also means: ": power" (el אֵל H0410L)
Usage: Occurs in 235 OT verses. KJV: God (god), [idiom] goodly, [idiom] great, idol, might(-y one), power, strong. Compare names in '-el.' See also: Genesis 14:18; Job 33:14; Psalms 5:5.
אַתָּ֣ה
ʼattâh
H859
"you(m.s.)"
Pron
You is the translation of a Hebrew word used to address someone directly, like when God says you to someone in the Bible. It can be singular or plural, and is often translated as thee, thou, or ye.
Definition: you (second pers. sing. masc.)
Usage: Occurs in 997 OT verses. KJV: thee, thou, ye, you. See also: Genesis 3:11; Exodus 23:9; Deuteronomy 14:1.
וְ/אוֹדֶ֑/ךָּ
yâdâh
H3034
"to give thanks"
Conj | V-Hiphil-Imperf-1cs | Suff
To give thanks or praise, originally meaning to throw or cast, like shooting an arrow. In the Bible, it's used to describe worship or confession with extended hands. It appears in Psalms and other books, like 1 Chronicles.
Definition: 1) to throw, shoot, cast 1a) (Qal) to shoot (arrows) 1b) (Piel) to cast, cast down, throw down 1c) (Hiphil) 1c1) to give thanks, laud, praise 1c2) to confess, confess (the name of God) 1d) (Hithpael) 1d1) to confess (sin) 1d2) to give thanks Aramaic equivalent: ye.da (יְדָא "to praise" H3029)
Usage: Occurs in 111 OT verses. KJV: cast (out), (make) confess(-ion), praise, shoot, (give) thank(-ful, -s, -sgiving). See also: Genesis 29:35; Psalms 57:10; Psalms 6:6.
אֱ֝לֹהַ֗/י
ʼĕlôhîym
H430
"God"
N-mp | Suff
The Hebrew word for God, elohim, refers to the one supreme God, and is sometimes used to show respect to judges or magistrates. It is also used to describe angels or mighty beings. This word is closely related to the name of the Lord, Yahweh, and is often translated as God or gods in the Bible.
Definition: This name means "gods" (plural intensive-singular meaning), "God" Another name of ye.ho.vah (יהוה "LORD" H3068G)
Usage: Occurs in 2246 OT verses. KJV: angels, [idiom] exceeding, God (gods) (-dess, -ly), [idiom] (very) great, judges, [idiom] mighty. See also: Genesis 1:1; Genesis 22:12; Exodus 3:11.
אֲרוֹמְמֶֽ/ךָּ
rûwm
H7311
"to exalt"
V-o-Imperf-1cs | Suff
This verb can mean to lift something or someone up, like a parent lifting a child, or to exalt oneself in pride. In the Bible, it's used to describe God lifting up the humble and bringing down the proud.
Definition: 1) to rise, rise up, be high, be lofty, be exalted 1a) (Qal) 1a1) to be high, be set on high 1a2) to be raised, be uplifted, be exalted 1a3) to be lifted, rise 1b) (Polel) 1b1) to raise or rear (children), cause to grow up 1b2) to lift up, raise, exalt 1b3) to exalt, extol 1c) (Polal) to be lifted up 1d) (Hiphil) 1d1) to raise, lift, lift up, take up, set up, erect, exalt, set on high 1d2) to lift up (and take away), remove 1d3) to lift off and present, contribute, offer, contribute 1e) (Hophal) to be taken off, be abolished 1f) (Hithpolel) to exalt oneself, magnify oneself Aramaic equivalent: rum (רוּם "to rise" H7313)
Usage: Occurs in 184 OT verses. KJV: bring up, exalt (self), extol, give, go up, haughty, heave (up), (be, lift up on, make on, set up on, too) high(-er, one), hold up, levy, lift(-er) up, (be) lofty, ([idiom] a-) loud, mount up, offer (up), [phrase] presumptuously, (be) promote(-ion), proud, set up, tall(-er), take (away, off, up), breed worms. See also: Genesis 7:17; Psalms 46:11; Psalms 3:4.
Study Notes — Psalms 118:28
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Context — The LORD Is on My Side
26Blessed is he who comes in the name of the LORD. From the house of the LORD we bless you.
27The LORD is God; He has made His light to shine upon us. Bind the festal sacrifice with cords to the horns of the altar.
28You are my God, and I will give You thanks. You are my God, and I will exalt You.
29Give thanks to the LORD, for He is good; His loving devotion endures forever.Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
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| 1 | Isaiah 25:1 | O LORD, You are my God! I will exalt You; I will praise Your name. For You have worked wonders— plans formed long ago— in perfect faithfulness. |
| 2 | Psalms 146:2 | I will praise the LORD all my life; I will sing praises to my God while I have my being. |
| 3 | Exodus 15:2 | The LORD is my strength and my song, and He has become my salvation. He is my God, and I will praise Him, my father’s God, and I will exalt Him. |
| 4 | Isaiah 12:2 | Surely God is my salvation; I will trust and not be afraid. For the LORD GOD is my strength and my song, and He also has become my salvation.” |
| 5 | Isaiah 25:9 | And in that day it will be said, “Surely this is our God; we have waited for Him, and He has saved us. This is the LORD for whom we have waited. Let us rejoice and be glad in His salvation.” |
| 6 | Psalms 145:1 | I will exalt You, my God and King; I will bless Your name forever and ever. |
Psalms 118:28 Summary
Psalms 118:28 is a beautiful expression of personal faith and gratitude, where the psalmist declares God as their own and promises to give thanks and exalt Him. This verse reminds us that we can have a personal relationship with God, just like the psalmist, and that we should express our gratitude to Him regularly, as seen in Psalms 107:1 and 1 Thessalonians 5:18. By recognizing God as our own, we can live a life of obedience and worship, giving Him the praise and glory He deserves. As we reflect on this verse, we can ask ourselves how we can give thanks to God and exalt Him in our daily lives, just like the psalmist.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does it mean to 'give thanks' to God in Psalms 118:28?
Giving thanks to God means to acknowledge and express gratitude for His presence and work in our lives, as seen in Psalms 100:4 and Psalms 107:1.
Why does the psalmist repeat 'You are my God' in this verse?
The repetition emphasizes the psalmist's personal relationship with God, much like Jesus' statement in John 20:17, where He says 'My God' to express His intimate connection with the Father.
How can we 'exalt' God in our daily lives?
We can exalt God by living a life of obedience to His Word, as seen in 1 Samuel 2:30, and by giving Him praise and worship, as encouraged in Psalms 34:3 and Psalms 99:5.
What is the significance of this verse in the context of the surrounding verses?
This verse is a personal declaration of faith and gratitude, set amidst a larger celebration of God's presence and work, as seen in Psalms 118:26-27 and Psalms 118:29, which emphasize the importance of corporate worship and thanksgiving.
Reflection Questions
- What are some ways you can give thanks to God in your daily life, and how can you make gratitude a habit?
- How does recognizing God as 'my God' change your perspective on your relationship with Him, and what implications does this have for your daily life?
- In what ways can you exalt God in your thoughts, words, and actions, and what role does humility play in this process?
- How can you balance personal expressions of faith, like those in Psalms 118:28, with corporate worship and celebration, like those in Psalms 118:26-27 and Psalms 118:29?
Gill's Exposition on Psalms 118:28
Thou [art] my God, and I will praise thee,.... These are the words of David, asserting his interest in God as his covenant God; and which is the great blessing of the covenant, and the greatest
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Psalms 118:28
Thou art my God, and I will praise thee: thou art my God, I will exalt thee. Thou art my God, I will exalt thee - (Exodus 15:2.)
Trapp's Commentary on Psalms 118:28
Psalms 118:28 Thou [art] my God, and I will praise thee: [thou art] my God, I will exalt thee.Ver. 28. Thou art my God, and I will praise thee] The people are taught to say thus; and the Greek, Arabic, and Latin translations repeat here, Psalms 118:21, "I will praise thee, for thou hast heard me; and art become my salvation." People can never be sufficiently thankful for their salvation by Christ. It is their duty, and should be their desire.
Cambridge Bible on Psalms 118:28
28. I will praise thee] Rather, I will give thanks unto thee, as in Psalms 118:29. The verse is another echo of Exo 15:2. thou art my God] So the LXX. The Heb. text has, O my God. The word for ‘God’ in the preceding line is El, here it is Elôhîm. At the end of the verse the LXX repeats Psalms 118:21.
Barnes' Notes on Psalms 118:28
Thou art my God, and I will praise thee - This is the language of the author of the psalm - his solemn profession before the sanctuary and the altar; his response to the priesthood.
Sermons on Psalms 118:28
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Resting in Jesus by David Wilkerson | In this sermon, the preacher begins by referencing Isaiah 24 and the prophecy of a watchman. He acknowledges the warning he has given in his book, "America's Last Call," about the |
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Faithfulness of God - Part 1 by Derek Melton | Derek Melton emphasizes the unwavering faithfulness of God, reminding believers that despite the uncertainties and challenges of life, God remains immutable and true to His covenan |
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Faithfulness of God - Part 2 by Derek Melton | In this sermon, the speaker begins by encouraging the congregation to identify and reach out to members who are absent from the service. They specifically mention Sergeant Williams |
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Remain Faithful to the Lord and His Work by Rich Carmicheal | Rich Carmicheal preaches on the importance of patient endurance and faithfulness in the face of increasing pressures against our faith, urging believers to remain steadfast to the |
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A Song of Praise by Ralph Erskine | Ralph Erskine preaches about God's merciful judgments, highlighting His faithfulness, protection of the poor and needy, and His power over enemies and tyrants. He emphasizes God's |
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Principles of Godly Music by Earl Fox | In this sermon, Brother Denny discusses the different components of music and how they relate to the different parts of man. He explains that the melody and lyrics of a song appeal |
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The Making of a Worshipper by David Wilkerson | In this sermon, the speaker addresses the common question of why God allows sudden disasters and tragedies to happen. He uses the example of the Israelites in the Bible who were fr |