Psalms 147:12

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Psalms 147:12 in Multiple Translations

Berean Standard Bible BSB

Exalt the LORD, O Jerusalem; praise your God, O Zion!

King James Version KJV

Praise the LORD, O Jerusalem; praise thy God, O Zion.

American Standard Version ASV

Praise Jehovah, O Jerusalem; Praise thy God, O Zion.

Bible in Basic English BBE

Give praise to the Lord, O Jerusalem; give praise to your God, O Zion.

Free Bible Version FBV

Jerusalem, praise the Lord! Zion, praise your God!

Geneva Bible 1599 GNV

Prayse the Lord, O Ierusalem: prayse thy God, O Zion.

Young's Literal Translation YLT

Glorify, O Jerusalem, Jehovah, Praise thy God, O Zion.

World English Bible WEB

Praise the LORD, Jerusalem! Praise your God, Zion!

Noah Webster Bible WBS

Praise the LORD, O Jerusalem; praise thy God, O Zion.

Translation for Translators T4T

You people of [APO] Jerusalem, praise Yahweh! Praise your God!

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Psalms 147:12 Interlinear (Deep Study)

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HEB שַׁבְּחִ֣י יְ֭רוּשָׁלִַם אֶת יְהוָ֑ה הַֽלְלִ֖י אֱלֹהַ֣יִ/ךְ צִיּֽוֹן

שַׁבְּחִ֣י shâbach H7623 to soothe V-Piel-Impv-2fs

יְ֭רוּשָׁלִַם Yᵉrûwshâlaim H3389 Jerusalem N-proper

אֶת ʼêth H853 Obj. DirObjM

יְהוָ֑ה Yᵉhôvâh H3068 The Lord N-proper

הַֽלְלִ֖י hâlal H1984 to shine V-Piel-Impv-2fs

אֱלֹהַ֣יִ/ךְ ʼĕlôhîym H430 God N-mp | Suff

צִיּֽוֹן Tsîyôwn H6726 Zion N-proper

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Hebrew Word Reference — Psalms 147:12

שַׁבְּחִ֣י shâbach H7623 "to soothe" V-Piel-Impv-2fs

This verb means to praise or commend, often in a loud voice. In Psalm 63:3, David praises God with his voice. The KJV translates it as 'praise' or 'commend'.

Definition: 1) to soothe, still, stroke 1a) (Piel) to soothe, still 1b) (Hiphil) stilling (participle)

Usage: Occurs in 11 OT verses. KJV: commend, glory, keep in, praise, still, triumph. See also: 1 Chronicles 16:35; Psalms 117:1; Psalms 63:4.

יְ֭רוּשָׁלִַם 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.

אֶת ʼêth H853 "Obj." DirObjM

In the original Hebrew, this word points out the object of a verb or preposition, like 'namely' or 'even'. It appears in many books, including Genesis and Exodus. It's not directly translated in English, but helps clarify the meaning of sentences.

Definition: sign of the definite direct object, not translated in English but generally preceding and indicating the accusative Aramaic equivalent: yat (יָת "whom" H3487)

Usage: Occurs in 6782 OT verses. KJV: (as such unrepresented in English). See also: Genesis 1:1; Genesis 10:8; Genesis 19:21.

יְהוָ֑ה 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.

הַֽלְלִ֖י hâlal H1984 "to shine" V-Piel-Impv-2fs

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.

אֱלֹהַ֣יִ/ךְ 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.

צִיּֽוֹן Tsîyôwn H6726 "Zion" N-proper

Zion refers to a mountain in Jerusalem, often used as another name for the city, especially in prophetic books like Isaiah and Jeremiah.

Definition: Zion = "parched place" another name for Jerusalem especially in the prophetic books Another name of ye.ru.sha.laim (יְרוּשָׁלִַ֫ם, יְרוּשְׁלֵם "Jerusalem" H3389)

Usage: Occurs in 153 OT verses. KJV: Zion. See also: 2 Samuel 5:7; Isaiah 49:14; Psalms 2:6.

Study Notes — Psalms 147:12

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Psalms 147:12 Summary
Frequently Asked Questions
Reflection Questions
Gill's Exposition on Psalms 147:12
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Psalms 147:12
Trapp's Commentary on Psalms 147:12
Ellicott's Commentary on Psalms 147:12
Cambridge Bible on Psalms 147:12
Barnes' Notes on Psalms 147:12
Whedon's Commentary on Psalms 147:12
Sermons on Psalms 147:12

Context — It Is Good to Sing Praises

10He does not delight in the strength of the horse; He takes no pleasure in the legs of a man. 11The LORD is pleased with those who fear Him, who hope in His loving devotion.

12Exalt the LORD, O Jerusalem; praise your God, O Zion!

13For He strengthens the bars of your gates and blesses the children within you. 14He makes peace at your borders; He fills you with the finest wheat.

Cross References

	Reference	Text (BSB)
1	Isaiah 12:6	Cry out and sing, O citizen of Zion, for great among you is the Holy One of Israel.”
2	Isaiah 52:7	How beautiful on the mountains are the feet of those who bring good news, who proclaim peace, who bring good tidings, who proclaim salvation, who say to Zion, “Your God reigns!”
3	Joel 2:23	Be glad, O children of Zion, and rejoice in the LORD your God, for He has given you the autumn rains for your vindication. He sends you showers, both autumn and spring rains, as before.
4	Psalms 149:2	Let Israel rejoice in their Maker; let the children of Zion rejoice in their King.
5	Psalms 146:10	The LORD reigns forever, your God, O Zion, for all generations. Hallelujah!
6	Psalms 135:19–21	O house of Israel, bless the LORD; O house of Aaron, bless the LORD; O house of Levi, bless the LORD; you who fear the LORD, bless the LORD! Blessed be the LORD from Zion— He who dwells in Jerusalem. Hallelujah!

Psalms 147:12 Summary

[Psalms 147:12 is a call to praise and honor God, recognizing His greatness and majesty. This means that we should give thanks to Him and live a life that reflects His love and character, as seen in 1 Thessalonians 5:18. We can do this by trusting in His loving devotion, as mentioned in Psalms 147:11, and by living a life that is pleasing to Him. By exalting the LORD, we can experience His peace and blessings, as promised in Psalms 147:14.]

Frequently Asked Questions

What does it mean to 'exalt the LORD' in Psalms 147:12?

To exalt the LORD means to praise and honor Him, recognizing His greatness and majesty, as seen in Psalms 138:2 where it says, 'I will bow down toward Your holy temple and give thanks to Your name for Your loving devotion and Your faithfulness.'

Why is Jerusalem and Zion specifically mentioned in this verse?

Jerusalem and Zion are mentioned because they represent the center of God's people and the place of His dwelling, as seen in 1 Kings 8:1 where Solomon gathers the elders of Israel to bring the Ark of the Covenant to Jerusalem.

How can we apply the command to 'exalt the LORD' in our daily lives?

We can apply this command by giving thanks to God in all circumstances, as instructed in 1 Thessalonians 5:18, and by living a life that reflects His love and character, as seen in Colossians 3:17.

What is the relationship between fearing God and exalting Him?

Fearing God is closely related to exalting Him, as seen in Psalms 147:11, where it says that 'The LORD is pleased with those who fear Him, who hope in His loving devotion.' This fear is not about being afraid, but about having a deep respect and reverence for God's power and love.

Reflection Questions

What are some ways I can exalt the LORD in my daily life, whether through my words, actions, or attitudes?
How does my life reflect the greatness and majesty of God, and what changes can I make to better honor Him?
In what ways can I, like the people of Jerusalem and Zion, recognize and praise God's presence and work in my life?
What are some things that I can thank God for today, and how can I express my gratitude to Him?

Gill's Exposition on Psalms 147:12

Praise the Lord, O Jerusalem,.... The inhabitants of it, as Kimchi; not Jerusalem in a literal sense, for this respects future time, as Aben Ezra; the world to come, the times of the Messiah: and

Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Psalms 147:12

Praise the LORD, O Jerusalem; praise thy God, O Zion. Praise the Lord, O Jerusalem. For he hath strengthened the bars of thy gates. The walls of Jerusalem had just been built, and the gates set up, under Nehemiah.

Trapp's Commentary on Psalms 147:12

Psalms 147:12 Praise the LORD, O Jerusalem; praise thy God, O Zion.Ver. 12. Praise the Lord, O Jerusalem] Whatever the world doth, let not the Church defraud God of his due praises; "though thou, Israel, play the harlot, yet let not Judah offend," Hosea 4:15. God’ s blessings go round about graceless and ungrateful people; and they are no more moved than the earth that hath the circumference carried about it, and itself standeth still; but the saints must be of another alloy, Colossians 3:15, and there is good reason for it.

Ellicott's Commentary on Psalms 147:12

(12) Praise.—For this verb, properly stroke, or soothe, see Psalms 63:5.

Cambridge Bible on Psalms 147:12

12–20. Zion is summoned to praise Jehovah for the blessings of peace and prosperity. The Lord of Nature is He Who has endowed Israel with unique privileges.

Barnes' Notes on Psalms 147:12

Praise the Lord, O Jerusalem ... - In addition to this general praise in which all may unite, there are special reasons why Jerusalem and its inhabitants should praise God: just as now, in addition

Whedon's Commentary on Psalms 147:12

12. Praise the Lord—The psalm bursts out afresh with joy at the condition of Jerusalem and the prospects of the nation.

Sermons on Psalms 147:12

	Sermon	Description
	The Gladness of God by David Wilkerson	In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the importance of experiencing the joy and gladness of the Lord. He encourages the congregation to come down from the balcony, any exit, or
	Through the Bible - Isaiah - Part 1 by Zac Poonen	In this sermon, the preacher discusses the importance of delivering a strong message to people whose hearts are insensitive and ears are dull. He references Jesus quoting from Isai
	As You Go, Make Disciples by Paul Washer	In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the importance of understanding the structure of the text. The main command or controlling verb is to make disciples, accompanied by three pa
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	Nahum, Habakkuk by Zac Poonen	In this sermon, the speaker addresses the frustration and confusion that believers often feel when they see the wicked prospering and the righteous suffering. The speaker uses the
	How Shall People Come to Faith in Christ? by John Piper	In this sermon, Pastor John focuses on the relevance of Romans 10:13-21 in understanding salvation and spreading the gospel. He emphasizes the importance of calling upon the name o
	The Parable of the Sower - Part 1 by Keith Daniel	In this sermon, the preacher focuses on the parable of the sower from Luke 8:5. He describes how a sower went out to sow his seed, and as he sowed, some fell by the wayside, some f