Psalms 149:3
Psalms 149:3 in Multiple Translations
Let them praise His name with dancing, and make music to Him with tambourine and harp.
Let them praise his name in the dance: let them sing praises unto him with the timbrel and harp.
Let them praise his name in the dance: Let them sing praises unto him with timbrel and harp.
Let them give praise to his name in the dance: let them make melody to him with instruments of brass and corded instruments of music.
Praise his nature with dancing; sing praises to him, accompanied by tambourine and harp.
Let them prayse his Name with the flute: let them sing prayses vnto him with the timbrell and harpe.
They praise His name in a dance, With timbrel and harp sing praise to Him.
Let them praise his name in the dance! Let them sing praises to him with tambourine and harp!
Let them praise his name in the dance: let them sing praises to him with the timbrel and harp:
Let them praise his name in choir: let them sing to him with the timbrel and the psaltery.
Praise Yahweh by dancing, by beating/playing tambourines, and by playing harps to praise him!
Berean Amplified Bible — Psalms 149:3
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Psalms 149:3 Interlinear (Deep Study)
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HEB
יְהַֽלְל֣וּ
שְׁמ֣/וֹ
בְ/מָח֑וֹל
בְּ/תֹ֥ף
וְ֝/כִנּ֗וֹר
יְזַמְּרוּ
לֽ/וֹ
יְהַֽלְל֣וּ
hâlal
H1984
to shine
V-Piel-Juss-3mp
שְׁמ֣/וֹ
shêm
H8034
name
N-ms | Suff
בְ/מָח֑וֹל
mâchôwl
H4234
dance
Prep | N-ms
בְּ/תֹ֥ף
tôph
H8596
tambourine
Prep | N-ms
וְ֝/כִנּ֗וֹר
kinnôwr
H3658
lyre
Conj | N-ms
יְזַמְּרוּ
zâmar
H2167
to sing
V-Piel-Imperf-3mp
לֽ/וֹ
Prep | Suff
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Hebrew Word Reference — Psalms 149:3
יְהַֽלְל֣וּ
hâlal
H1984
"to shine"
V-Piel-Juss-3mp
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.
שְׁמ֣/וֹ
shêm
H8034
"name"
N-ms | Suff
In the Bible, a name represents a person's identity, honor, and character, like God's name symbolizing His power and authority. It appears in Genesis and other books, often referring to God's name or a person's reputation. This concept is central to understanding biblical identity.
Definition: 1) name 1a) name 1b) reputation, fame, glory 1c) the Name (as designation of God) 1d) memorial, monument Aramaic equivalent: shum (שֻׁם "name" H8036)
Usage: Occurs in 771 OT verses. KJV: [phrase] base, (in-) fame(-ous), named(-d), renown, report. See also: Genesis 2:11; Exodus 3:15; Deuteronomy 16:6.
בְ/מָח֑וֹל
mâchôwl
H4234
"dance"
Prep | N-ms
In the Bible, a dance or dancing refers to a round dance, where people move in a circle. This word is used to describe joyful celebrations and worship.
Definition: dance, dancing
Usage: Occurs in 6 OT verses. KJV: dance(-cing). See also: Psalms 30:12; Jeremiah 31:4; Psalms 149:3.
בְּ/תֹ֥ף
tôph
H8596
"tambourine"
Prep | N-ms
A tambourine is a musical instrument, used in celebrations and worship in the Bible. The word appears in Exodus, where the Israelites use tambourines to praise God, and in other books like Psalm and Isaiah.
Definition: timbrel, tambourine
Usage: Occurs in 16 OT verses. KJV: tabret, timbrel. See also: Genesis 31:27; Psalms 81:3; Psalms 149:3.
וְ֝/כִנּ֗וֹר
kinnôwr
H3658
"lyre"
Conj | N-ms
Kinnor is a musical instrument, specifically a lyre or harp. It is used to make music and is mentioned in the Bible as a instrument used by musicians.
Definition: lyre, harp
Usage: Occurs in 41 OT verses. KJV: harp. See also: Genesis 4:21; Job 21:12; Psalms 33:2.
יְזַמְּרוּ
zâmar
H2167
"to sing"
V-Piel-Imperf-3mp
This word means to sing or make music, often with praise and celebration. In the Psalms, it describes singing with instruments and voice, giving thanks to God. It's about joyful noise and worship.
Definition: 1) to sing, sing praise, make music 1a) (Piel) 1a1) to make music, sing 1a2) to play a musical instrument Aramaic equivalent: ze.mar (זְמָר "music" H2170)
Usage: Occurs in 41 OT verses. KJV: give praise, sing forth praises, psalms. See also: Judges 5:3; Psalms 68:5; Psalms 7:18.
לֽ/וֹ
""
Prep | Suff
Study Notes — Psalms 149:3
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- Context
- Cross References
- Psalms 149:3 Summary
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Reflection Questions
- Gill's Exposition on Psalms 149:3
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Psalms 149:3
- Matthew Poole's Commentary on Psalms 149:3
- Trapp's Commentary on Psalms 149:3
- Ellicott's Commentary on Psalms 149:3
- Adam Clarke's Commentary on Psalms 149:3
- Cambridge Bible on Psalms 149:3
- Barnes' Notes on Psalms 149:3
- Whedon's Commentary on Psalms 149:3
- Sermons on Psalms 149:3
Context — Sing to the LORD a New Song
1Hallelujah! Sing to the LORD a new song— His praise in the assembly of the godly.
2Let Israel rejoice in their Maker; let the children of Zion rejoice in their King.
3Let them praise His name with dancing, and make music to Him with tambourine and harp.
4For the LORD takes pleasure in His people; He adorns the afflicted with salvation. 5Let the saints exult in glory; let them shout for joy upon their beds.Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
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| 1 | Jeremiah 31:13 | Then the maidens will rejoice with dancing, young men and old as well. I will turn their mourning into joy, and give them comfort and joy for their sorrow. |
| 2 | Exodus 15:20 | Then Miriam the prophetess, Aaron’s sister, took a tambourine in her hand, and all the women followed her with tambourines and dancing. |
| 3 | Psalms 81:2 | Lift up a song, strike the tambourine, play the sweet-sounding harp and lyre. |
| 4 | 1 Chronicles 15:28–29 | So all Israel brought up the ark of the covenant of the LORD with shouting, with the sounding of rams’ horns and trumpets, and with cymbals and the music of harps and lyres. As the ark of the covenant of the LORD was entering the City of David, Saul’s daughter Michal looked down from a window and saw King David dancing and celebrating, and she despised him in her heart. |
| 5 | 2 Samuel 6:16 | As the ark of the LORD was entering the City of David, Saul’s daughter Michal looked down from a window and saw King David leaping and dancing before the LORD, and she despised him in her heart. |
| 6 | 2 Samuel 6:14 | And David, wearing a linen ephod, danced with all his might before the LORD, |
| 7 | Psalms 150:3–5 | Praise Him with the sound of the horn; praise Him with the harp and lyre. Praise Him with tambourine and dancing; praise Him with strings and flute. Praise Him with clashing cymbals; praise Him with resounding cymbals. |
| 8 | Judges 11:34 | And when Jephthah returned home to Mizpah, there was his daughter coming out to meet him with tambourines and dancing! She was his only child; he had no son or daughter besides her. |
| 9 | Psalms 30:11 | You turned my mourning into dancing; You peeled off my sackcloth and clothed me with joy, |
| 10 | Ezra 3:10 | When the builders had laid the foundation of the temple of the LORD, the priests in their apparel with trumpets, and the Levites (the sons of Asaph) with cymbals, took their positions to praise the LORD, as David king of Israel had prescribed. |
Psalms 149:3 Summary
Psalms 149:3 is a call to worship and praise God with joy and enthusiasm, using various forms of expression like music and dance. This verse reminds us that God is worthy of our praise and adoration, and that we should find ways to express our gratitude and love for Him, as seen in Psalms 100:1-2. We can apply this verse to our daily lives by finding ways to worship and praise God, whether through singing, playing music, or other forms of artistic expression, and by cultivating a heart of gratitude and joy, as mentioned in 1 Thessalonians 5:18. By doing so, we can deepen our relationship with God and experience the joy and freedom that comes from worshiping and praising Him.
Frequently Asked Questions
What kind of dancing is the Psalmist referring to in Psalms 149:3?
The dancing mentioned in Psalms 149:3 is a form of joyful expression and worship, similar to the dancing mentioned in Psalms 150:4, where it says to praise God with timbrel and dance. This is not a reference to worldly or sensual dancing, but rather a celebration of God's goodness and greatness, as seen in Exodus 15:20 where Miriam danced after the parting of the Red Sea.
Why are the tambourine and harp specifically mentioned in this verse?
The tambourine and harp are mentioned in Psalms 149:3 because they were common instruments used in Jewish worship and celebration, as seen in Psalms 81:2 and 1 Samuel 10:5. They represent the different ways we can express our praise and worship to God, whether through music, singing, or other forms of artistic expression.
How can we apply this verse to our daily lives?
We can apply Psalms 149:3 to our daily lives by finding ways to express our joy and gratitude to God through various forms of worship, such as singing, playing music, or even dancing, as mentioned in Psalms 100:1-2. This can help us cultivate a heart of praise and worship, even in the midst of challenging circumstances, as seen in Habakkuk 3:17-19.
What is the significance of praising God's name in this verse?
Praising God's name in Psalms 149:3 is a way of acknowledging and honoring His character, power, and authority, as seen in Psalms 138:2. It is a declaration of our trust and faith in Him, and a recognition of His worthiness to be worshiped and adored, as mentioned in Revelation 4:11.
Reflection Questions
- What are some ways I can express my joy and gratitude to God through worship and praise, like the Psalmist mentions in Psalms 149:3?
- How can I use music and other forms of artistic expression to deepen my relationship with God and express my love for Him?
- What are some challenges or obstacles that might prevent me from freely expressing my praise and worship to God, and how can I overcome them?
- How can I make praise and worship a more integral part of my daily life, even in the midst of busy or difficult circumstances?
Gill's Exposition on Psalms 149:3
Let them praise his name in the dance,.... In a chorus of saints, joining together in their expressions of joy, by words and gestures; an ancient practice that went along with singing praises, Exodus
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Psalms 149:3
Let them praise his name in the dance: let them sing praises unto him with the timbrel and harp. Let them praise his name in the dance. So the Septuagint, Chaldaic, Arabic, Vulgate, Ethiopic.
Matthew Poole's Commentary on Psalms 149:3
According to the usage of that time and dispensation.
Trapp's Commentary on Psalms 149:3
Psalms 149:3 Let them praise his name in the dance: let them sing praises unto him with the timbrel and harp.Ver. 3. Let them praise his name in the dance] Or, with the pipe, tibiis et tympanis et omni musices organicae genere, by all lawful means possible.
Ellicott's Commentary on Psalms 149:3
(3) In the dance.—Rather, as margin, with the pipe. The use of the word machôl in what was evidently a list of all the orchestral instruments used in the Temple in the next psalm, would alone be almost decisive of the meaning. But one possible derivation is certainly in favour of this rendering, as also the translation in the Syriac version by the name of a flute still found in Syria. Its connection, too, with the timbrel or drum (comp. our pipe and tabor), just as a cognate, chalîl, is connected in 1 Samuel 10:5; Isaiah 5:12, points the same way. (See Bible Educator, i. p. 70, and Note to Son 6:13.) Timbrel.—See Exodus 15:20; Bible Educator, i. 314. Harp.—See Psalms 33:2.
Adam Clarke's Commentary on Psalms 149:3
Verse 3. Let them praise his name in the dance] במחול bemachol, with the pipe, or some kind of wind music, classed here with תף toph, the tabor or drum, and כנור kinnor, the harp. " מחול machol," says Parkhurst, "some fistular wind-instrument of music, with holes, as a flute, pipe, or fife, from חל chal, to make a hole or opening." I know no place in the Bible where מחול machol and מחלת machalath mean dance of any kind; they constantly signify some kind of pipe.
Cambridge Bible on Psalms 149:3
3. in the dance] This, and not pipe (A.V. marg.), is the right rendering here and in Psalms 150:4. Dancing was a natural expression of joy among the Jews as among other nations of antiquity, in all periods of their history, on occasions of religious as well as secular festivity. Cp. Exodus 15:20; Judges 11:34; 2 Samuel 6:14; Jeremiah 31:4; and for a description of the torch-dance, which formed part of the festivities of the Feast of Tabernacles in the later post-exilic period, see Delitzsch in the Expositor, 1886 (2), pp. 81 ff.; Hastings’ Dict. of Bible, 1. 550. Even the leading men of the city and famous teachers joined in it, and it was a current proverb that he who had not seen this joy had not seen any joy in his life. timbrel] The tambourine, or hand drum, frequently mentioned in connexion with dances and processions (Psalms 68:25).
Barnes' Notes on Psalms 149:3
Let them praise his name in the dance - Margin, with the pipe.
Whedon's Commentary on Psalms 149:3
3. In the dance—Hebrew, With the mahhol. ξηεμ, (mahhol) from ηεμ, (hhool,) to twist, turn, writhe, is supposed to indicate the “dance,” from the twisted and contorted motions of the actor, or the
Sermons on Psalms 149:3
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God Is Doing a New Thing - Slovakia Conference 2003 (Slovakian/english) by David Wilkerson | In this sermon, the preacher shares stories of miraculous interventions by God in people's lives. He talks about a man who was able to rescue someone stuck in an elevator, and a wo |
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A Message for New York City by Carter Conlon | In this sermon, the preacher reflects on the state of the current generation and their response to the word of God. He mentions the Billy Graham conferences in the 1950s, where man |
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Unreached Peoples: The Tribes of Myanmar Burma the Kayah by Paul Hattaway | This sermon reflects on a visit to a family in a village near the capital city, observing their daily activities like fetching water, threshing grain, and preparing a traditional d |
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An Inquiry After Truth and Righteousness, and After the People, &C. by Isaac Penington | Greek Word Studies for an aid_number 34478 preaches on the significance of mourning over sin, emphasizing the need for genuine confession, repentance, and sorrow. The preacher high |
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Some Comments on Netanyahu’s Election in Israel: A Prelude to Coming Disaster? by Art Katz | Art Katz discusses the implications of Benjamin Netanyahu's election in Israel, suggesting that it may not lead to any significant change in the nation's dire circumstances. He arg |
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A Case of Conscience Resolved by John Bunyan | John Bunyan addresses the contentious issue of whether women in a church should separate from men to conduct their own prayer meetings. He argues against this practice, emphasizing |
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Examples of Circumspect Behaviour by Clement of Rome | Clement of Rome emphasizes the holy and separate lifestyles of the prophets and apostles, highlighting their dedication to serving God without the distractions of relationships wit |