Psalms 149:4
Psalms 149:4 in Multiple Translations
For the LORD takes pleasure in His people; He adorns the afflicted with salvation.
For the LORD taketh pleasure in his people: he will beautify the meek with salvation.
For Jehovah taketh pleasure in his people: He will beautify the meek with salvation.
For the Lord has pleasure in his people: he gives the poor in spirit a crown of salvation.
For the Lord enjoys his people; he honors the oppressed with salvation.
For the Lord hath pleasure in his people: he will make the meeke glorious by deliuerance.
For Jehovah is pleased with His people, He beautifieth the humble with salvation.
For the LORD takes pleasure in his people. He crowns the humble with salvation.
For the LORD taketh pleasure in his people: he will beautify the meek with salvation.
For the Lord is well pleased with his people: and he will exalt the meek unto salvation.
Yahweh is pleased with his people; he honors humble people by helping them to defeat their enemies.
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Psalms 149:4 Interlinear (Deep Study)
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HEB
כִּֽי
רוֹצֶ֣ה
יְהוָ֣ה
בְּ/עַמּ֑/וֹ
יְפָאֵ֥ר
עֲ֝נָוִ֗ים
בִּ/ישׁוּעָֽה
כִּֽי
kîy
H3588
for
Conj
רוֹצֶ֣ה
râtsâh
H7521
to accept
V-Qal
יְהוָ֣ה
Yᵉhôvâh
H3068
The Lord
N-proper
בְּ/עַמּ֑/וֹ
ʻam
H5971
Amaw
Prep | N-ms | Suff
יְפָאֵ֥ר
pâʼar
H6286
to beautify
V-Piel-Imperf-3ms
עֲ֝נָוִ֗ים
ʻânâv
H6035
poor
Adj
בִּ/ישׁוּעָֽה
yᵉshûwʻâh
H3444
salvation
Prep | N-fs
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Hebrew Word Reference — Psalms 149:4
כִּֽי
kîy
H3588
"for"
Conj
A conjunction used to show cause or connection, as in Genesis 2:23 where Adam says the woman is bone of his bone because she was taken out of him. It is often translated as 'for', 'because', or 'since'.
Definition: 1) that, for, because, when, as though, as, because that, but, then, certainly, except, surely, since 1a) that 1a1) yea, indeed 1b) when (of time) 1b1) when, if, though (with a concessive force) 1c) because, since (causal connection) 1d) but (after negative) 1e) that if, for if, indeed if, for though, but if 1f) but rather, but 1g) except that 1h) only, nevertheless 1i) surely 1j) that is 1k) but if 1l) for though 1m) forasmuch as, for therefore
Usage: Occurs in 3910 OT verses. KJV: and, + (forasmuch, inasmuch, where-) as, assured(-ly), + but, certainly, doubtless, + else, even, + except, for, how, (because, in, so, than) that, + nevertheless, now, rightly, seeing, since, surely, then, therefore, + (al-) though, + till, truly, + until, when, whether, while, whom, yea, yet. See also: Genesis 1:4; Genesis 26:16; Genesis 42:15.
רוֹצֶ֣ה
râtsâh
H7521
"to accept"
V-Qal
In the Bible, this Hebrew word means to accept or be pleased with something, like God accepting our prayers. It appears in Psalms and Proverbs, showing God's favor towards us. This word is about being satisfied or delighted.
Definition: 1) to be pleased with, be favourable to, accept favourably 1a) (Qal) 1a1) to be pleased with, be favourable to 1a2) to accept 1a3) to be pleased, be determined 1a4) to make acceptable, satisfy 1a5) to please 1b) (Niphal) to be accepted, be pleased with 1c) (Piel) to seek favour of 1d) (Hiphil) to please, pay off 1e) (Hithpael) to make oneself acceptable or pleasing
Usage: Occurs in 55 OT verses. KJV: (be) accept(-able), accomplish, set affection, approve, consent with, delight (self), enjoy, (be, have a) favour(-able), like, observe, pardon, (be, have, take) please(-ure), reconcile self. See also: Genesis 33:10; Psalms 50:18; Psalms 40:14.
יְהוָ֣ה
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.
בְּ/עַמּ֑/וֹ
ʻam
H5971
"Amaw"
Prep | N-ms | Suff
A people or nation is what this Hebrew word represents, like the nation of Israel in Exodus 33:13. It can also mean a tribe, troops, or attendants, and is used to describe a group of people gathered together. The word is often used to refer to the people of God.
Definition: This name means nation, people
Usage: Occurs in 1655 OT verses. KJV: folk, men, nation, people. See also: Genesis 11:6; Exodus 16:4; Leviticus 17:9.
יְפָאֵ֥ר
pâʼar
H6286
"to beautify"
V-Piel-Imperf-3ms
This verb means to make something beautiful or to boast about oneself. It can also mean to explain or make something clear. In the Bible, it is used to describe pride or beauty. The KJV translates it as 'beautify' or 'glorify'.
Definition: 1) to glorify, beautify, adorn 1a) (Piel) to glorify, beautify 1b) (Hithpael) 1b1) to glorify oneself 1b2) to get glory to oneself, be glorified
Usage: Occurs in 14 OT verses. KJV: beautify, boast self, go over the boughs, glorify (self), glory, vaunt self. See also: Exodus 8:5; Isaiah 49:3; Psalms 149:4.
עֲ֝נָוִ֗ים
ʻânâv
H6035
"poor"
Adj
To be poor or humble, often describing someone who is meek or weak. In the Bible, it can also mean to be afflicted or lowly, as seen in Matthew 5:5.
Definition: 1) poor, humble, afflicted, meek 1a) poor, needy 1b) poor and weak 1c) poor, weak and afflicted 1d) humble, lowly, meek
Usage: Occurs in 24 OT verses. KJV: humble, lowly, meek, poor. Compare H6041 (עָנִי). See also: Numbers 12:3; Psalms 147:6; Psalms 9:13.
בִּ/ישׁוּעָֽה
yᵉshûwʻâh
H3444
"salvation"
Prep | N-fs
Salvation means being saved or delivered from something, like trouble or danger, and can also mean victory or prosperity, as seen in the Bible's promises of God's deliverance.
Definition: 1) salvation, deliverance 1a) welfare, prosperity 1b) deliverance 1c) salvation (by God) 1d) victory
Usage: Occurs in 76 OT verses. KJV: deliverance, health, help(-ing), salvation, save, saving (health), welfare. See also: Genesis 49:18; Psalms 80:3; Psalms 3:3.
Study Notes — Psalms 149:4
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- Context
- Cross References
- Psalms 149:4 Summary
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Reflection Questions
- Gill's Exposition on Psalms 149:4
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Psalms 149:4
- Matthew Poole's Commentary on Psalms 149:4
- Trapp's Commentary on Psalms 149:4
- Ellicott's Commentary on Psalms 149:4
- Adam Clarke's Commentary on Psalms 149:4
- Cambridge Bible on Psalms 149:4
- Barnes' Notes on Psalms 149:4
- Whedon's Commentary on Psalms 149:4
- Sermons on Psalms 149:4
Context — Sing to the LORD a New Song
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. 6May the high praises of God be in their mouths, and a double-edged sword in their hands,Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
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| 1 | Psalms 147:11 | The LORD is pleased with those who fear Him, who hope in His loving devotion. |
| 2 | 1 Peter 3:4 | but from the inner disposition of your heart, the unfading beauty of a gentle and quiet spirit, which is precious in God’s sight. |
| 3 | Psalms 35:27 | May those who favor my vindication shout for joy and gladness; may they always say, “Exalted be the LORD who delights in His servant’s well-being.” |
| 4 | Psalms 132:16 | I will clothe her priests with salvation, and her saints will sing out in joy. |
| 5 | Zephaniah 3:17 | The LORD your God is among you; He is mighty to save. He will rejoice over you with gladness; He will quiet you with His love; He will rejoice over you with singing.” |
| 6 | Psalms 22:8 | “He trusts in the LORD, let the LORD deliver him; let the LORD rescue him, since He delights in him.” |
| 7 | Psalms 117:2 | For great is His loving devotion toward us, and the faithfulness of the LORD endures forever. Hallelujah! |
| 8 | Jeremiah 32:41 | Yes, I will rejoice in doing them good, and I will faithfully plant them in this land with all My heart and with all My soul. |
| 9 | Isaiah 61:10 | I will rejoice greatly in the LORD, my soul will exult in my God; for He has clothed me with garments of salvation and wrapped me in a robe of righteousness, as a bridegroom wears a priestly headdress, as a bride adorns herself with her jewels. |
| 10 | Proverbs 11:20 | The perverse in heart are an abomination to the LORD, but the blameless in their walk are His delight. |
Psalms 149:4 Summary
This verse means that God is happy with the people who belong to Him, and He makes them beautiful by saving them. Just like how we dress up in nice clothes for a special occasion, God dresses us up in salvation, which is a free gift that we can't earn. As it says in Ephesians 2:8-9, salvation is a gift from God, and we can't take credit for it. By trusting in God's salvation, we can experience His joy and pleasure in our lives, and live in a way that honors Him.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does it mean that God takes pleasure in His people?
This means that God delights in those who belong to Him, much like a parent takes joy in their children, as seen in Psalm 147:11, where it says God takes pleasure in those who fear Him and hope in His steadfast love.
Who are the afflicted that God adorns with salvation?
The afflicted refers to those who are humble, poor, and needy, as described in Psalm 147:6, where God lifts up the humble, and in Luke 4:18, where Jesus says He was sent to preach the gospel to the poor.
How does God adorn the afflicted with salvation?
God adorns the afflicted with salvation by giving them a new identity in Christ, as described in 2 Corinthians 5:17, where it says that if anyone is in Christ, they are a new creation, and in Psalm 34:22, where it says that the LORD redeems the soul of His servants.
What is the significance of salvation in this verse?
Salvation in this verse refers to the deliverance and redemption that God provides to His people, as seen in Psalm 68:20, where God is the God of our salvation, and in Romans 1:16, where the gospel is the power of God for salvation to everyone who believes.
Reflection Questions
- How can I reflect God's pleasure in my life, and what does that look like in my daily actions?
- In what ways have I experienced God's salvation, and how can I share that with others?
- What are some ways that I can adorn myself with the salvation that God has provided, and how can I live out my faith in a way that honors Him?
- How can I balance the idea of God taking pleasure in me with the fact that I am still afflicted and struggling in this life?
- What does it mean for me to be adorned with salvation, and how can I live in light of that reality?
Gill's Exposition on Psalms 149:4
For the Lord taketh pleasure in his people,.... Not all mankind; though they are all his people by creation, and are under the care of his providence; yet they are not all acceptable to him; some are
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Psalms 149:4
For the LORD taketh pleasure in his people: he will beautify the meek with salvation. For the Lord taketh pleasure in his people - (Psalms 147:10-11.) He will beautify the meek with salvation - parallel to Psalms 147:6.
Matthew Poole's Commentary on Psalms 149:4
Taketh pleasure in his people; he loveth them above all people, and rejoiceth over them to do them good. He will beautify, Heb. adorn or glorify; make them amiable and honourable in the eyes of the world, who now hate and despise them. The meek, or humble, to wit, his people, as he now said, who are oft in Scripture described by that character, because all true Israelites are such, and all Israelites profess and ought to be such. Or, the afflicted, as that word is oft used in Scripture, which hath been observed before; his poor afflicted and oppressed people, to whom the following salvation is most needful and acceptable. With salvation; both temporal, in delivering them from, and setting them above, all their enemies; and afterwards, with everlasting salvation and glory.
Trapp's Commentary on Psalms 149:4
Psalms 149:4 For the LORD taketh pleasure in his people: he will beautify the meek with salvation.Ver. 4. For the Lord taketh pleasure in his people] Psalms 35:27, when they are under the cross especially, and thereby make meek. This the very heathen saw, and could say, Spectant Dii magnos viros, cum calamitate aliqua colluctantes. Ecce spectaculum, ad quod respiciat operi suo intentus Deus, saith Seneca of Cato, and other gallant Roman spirits (Lib. de Provid. c. 2). How much more may we say the like of God’ s looking with singular delight on Abraham (Jehovah-jireh, "the Lord seeth," Genesis 22:14, Job, Stephen, Laurence, and other faithful martyrs, suffering courageously for his truth, and sealing it with their blood! He will beautify (or glorify) the meek with salvation] i.e. Not only deliver them, but dignify them in the eyes of all; Psalms 91:15, I will deliver him, and glorify him. Bradford and such we shall look upon, likely (saith a grave author, Mr Bolton), with thoughts of extraordinary love and sweetness in the next world through all eternity; as Bonner and such with execrable and everlasting detestation.
Ellicott's Commentary on Psalms 149:4
(4) He will beautify the meek . . .—Rather, He adorns the oppressed with salvation. Not only is the victory which achieves the deliverance of the afflicted people a relief to them, but the honour won in the sight of the world is like a beautiful robe, a figure no doubt suggested by the actual triumphal dresses of the victors, or the spoils in which they appeared after the battle. (Comp. Isaiah 55:5; Isaiah 60:7; Isaiah 61:3; Judges 5:30.)
Adam Clarke's Commentary on Psalms 149:4
Verse 4. The Lord taketh pleasure in his people] The pleasure or good will of God is in his people: he loves them ardently, and will load them with his benefits, while they are humble and thankful; for, He will beautify] יפאר yephaer, he will make fair, the meek, ענוים anavim, the lowly, the humble with salvation, בישועה bishuah; which St. Jerome thus translates, Et exaltabit mansuetos in Jesu, "And he will exalt the meek in Jesus." Whether this rendering be correct or not, there is no other way by which the humble soul can be exalted, but by JESUS, as the redeeming Saviour.
Cambridge Bible on Psalms 149:4
4. taketh pleasure in his people] The deliverance which they have experienced is the proof of the renewal of His favour. Cp. Psalms 147:11; Isaiah 54:7-8; Isaiah 60:10. he adorneth the meek with salvation] Through humiliation Israel has learnt humility; and now Jehovah restores their prosperity. Beautify or adorn is a word frequently used of the restoration of Israel in the later chapters of Isaiah (Isaiah 55:5; Isaiah 60:7; Isaiah 60:9; Isaiah 60:13, A.V. glorify or beautify). Salvation is not to be limited to victory (R.V. marg.), but denotes welfare and prosperity generally.
Barnes' Notes on Psalms 149:4
For the Lord taketh pleasure in his people - Let them rejoice on this account. He loves them; he approves their conduct; he bestows his favors upon them. All this should add to their joy, and fill their hearts with gladness.
Whedon's Commentary on Psalms 149:4
4. Beautify the meek with salvation—This is a law of the divine government. The meek, not the proud and contentious, shall triumph at last, even in this life. Matthew 5:5.
Sermons on Psalms 149:4
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(Through the Bible) Psalms 136-150 by Chuck Smith | In this sermon, the speaker discusses the greatness of God and His infinite understanding. He emphasizes the idea of exalting the meek and encourages singing praises to the Lord wi |
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The Great Separation by J.C. Ryle | J.C. Ryle's sermon 'The Great Separation' emphasizes the ultimate division of humanity into two classes: the 'wheat' representing true believers in Christ and the 'chaff' symbolizi |
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The Beatitudes the Third Beatitude by A.W. Pink | A.W. Pink expounds on the third Beatitude, 'Blessed are the meek: for they shall inherit the earth,' emphasizing that meekness is synonymous with humility. He illustrates this by r |
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Of the Joy of God. by John Gill | John Gill explores the concept of God's joy, emphasizing that while joy is attributed to God in scripture, it should not be viewed as a human passion but rather as a divine delight |
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On Humility by Thomas Reade | Thomas Reade preaches on the importance of humility, emphasizing that pride and vanity cannot coexist with true humility found at the foot of the cross where Jesus sacrificed Himse |
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You Belong to Him! by David Wilkerson | David Wilkerson emphasizes the profound love and delight that God has for His people, as illustrated in the Song of Solomon and the Psalms. He explains that God sees His bride as p |
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Exposition on Psalm 149 by St. Augustine | St. Augustine preaches about the importance of praising the Lord in voice, understanding, and good works, emphasizing the need to sing a new song unto Him. He contrasts the old son |