Psalms 89:5
Psalms 89:5 in Multiple Translations
The heavens praise Your wonders, O LORD— Your faithfulness as well— in the assembly of the holy ones.
And the heavens shall praise thy wonders, O LORD: thy faithfulness also in the congregation of the saints.
And the heavens shall praise thy wonders, O Jehovah; Thy faithfulness also in the assembly of the holy ones.
In heaven let them give praise for your wonders, O Lord; and your unchanging faith among the saints.
All the heavenly beings will sing of the wonderful things you have done, Lord; angels will gather to sing of your faithfulness.
O Lord, euen the heauens shall prayse thy wonderous worke: yea, thy trueth in the Congregation of the Saints.
and the heavens confess Thy wonders, O Jehovah, Thy faithfulness also [is] in an assembly of holy ones.
The heavens will praise your wonders, LORD, your faithfulness also in the assembly of the holy ones.
And the heavens shall praise thy wonders, O LORD; thy faithfulness also in the congregation of the saints.
Things that are counted nothing, shall their years be.
Yahweh, I desire that all those beings who are in [MTY] heaven will praise you for the wonderful things that you do, and that all your holy angels will sing about how you faithfully do what you promise.
Berean Amplified Bible — Psalms 89:5
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Psalms 89:5 Interlinear (Deep Study)
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עַד
ע֭וֹלָם
אָכִ֣ין
זַרְעֶ֑/ךָ
וּ/בָנִ֨יתִי
לְ/דֹר
וָ/ד֖וֹר
כִּסְאֲ/ךָ֣
סֶֽלָה
עַד
ʻad
H5704
till
Prep
ע֭וֹלָם
ʻôwlâm
H5769
forever
N-ms
אָכִ֣ין
kûwn
H3559
to establish
V-Hiphil-Imperf-1cs
זַרְעֶ֑/ךָ
zeraʻ
H2233
seed
N-ms | Suff
וּ/בָנִ֨יתִי
bânâh
H1129
to build
Conj | V-Qal-1cs
לְ/דֹר
dôwr
H1755
generation
Prep | N-ms
וָ/ד֖וֹר
dôwr
H1755
generation
Conj | N-ms
כִּסְאֲ/ךָ֣
kiççêʼ
H3678
throne
N-ms | Suff
סֶֽלָה
çelâh
H5542
Selah
Part
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Hebrew Word Reference — Psalms 89:5
עַד
ʻad
H5704
"till"
Prep
This Hebrew word means until or as far as, describing a point in time or space. It's used in the Bible to set boundaries or limits, like in Exodus when describing the Israelites' journey.
Definition: prep 1) as far as, even to, until, up to, while, as far as 1a) of space 1a1) as far as, up to, even to 1b) in combination 1b1) from...as far as, both...and (with 'min' -from) 1c) of time 1c1) even to, until, unto, till, during, end 1d) of degree 1d1) even to, to the degree of, even like conj 2) until, while, to the point that, so that even Aramaic equivalent: ad (עַד "till" H5705)
Usage: Occurs in 1128 OT verses. KJV: against, and, as, at, before, by (that), even (to), for(-asmuch as), (hither-) to, [phrase] how long, into, as long (much) as, (so) that, till, toward, until, when, while, ([phrase] as) yet. See also: Genesis 3:19; Exodus 32:20; Numbers 23:24.
ע֭וֹלָם
ʻôwlâm
H5769
"forever"
N-ms
This word means forever or always, describing something that lasts an eternity. It is used in the Bible to describe God's eternal nature and his lasting promises.
Definition: : old/ancient 1) long duration, antiquity, futurity, for ever, ever, everlasting, evermore, perpetual, old, ancient, world 1a) ancient time, long time (of past) 1b) (of future) 1b1) for ever, always 1b2) continuous existence, perpetual 1b3) everlasting, indefinite or unending future, eternity
Usage: Occurs in 413 OT verses. KJV: alway(-s), ancient (time), any more, continuance, eternal, (for, (n-)) ever(-lasting, -more, of old), lasting, long (time), (of) old (time), perpetual, at any time, (beginning of the) world ([phrase] without end). Compare H5331 (נֶצַח), H5703 (עַד). See also: Genesis 3:22; 1 Kings 8:13; Psalms 5:12.
אָכִ֣ין
kûwn
H3559
"to establish"
V-Hiphil-Imperf-1cs
This verb means to set something up or establish it, like setting up a tent or appointing someone to a position, as seen in Isaiah 7:14.
Definition: : prepare/direct 1) to be firm, be stable, be established 1a) (Niphal) 1a1) to be set up, be established, be fixed 1a1a) to be firmly established 1a1b) to be established, be stable, be secure, be enduring 1a1c) to be fixed, be securely determined 1a2) to be directed aright, be fixed aright, be steadfast (moral sense) 1a3) to prepare, be ready 1a4) to be prepared, be arranged, be settled 1b) (Hiphil) 1b1) to establish, set up, accomplish, do, make firm 1b2) to fix, make ready, prepare, provide, provide for, furnish 1b3) to direct toward (moral sense) 1b4) to arrange, order 1c) (Hophal) 1c1) to be established, be fastened 1c2) to be prepared, be ready 1d) (Polel) 1d1) to set up, establish 1d2) to constitute, make 1d3) to fix 1d4) to direct 1e) (Pulal) to be established, be prepared 1f) (Hithpolel) to be established, be restored
Usage: Occurs in 211 OT verses. KJV: certain(-ty), confirm, direct, faithfulness, fashion, fasten, firm, be fitted, be fixed, frame, be meet, ordain, order, perfect, (make) preparation, prepare (self), provide, make provision, (be, make) ready, right, set (aright, fast, forth), be stable, (e-) stablish, stand, tarry, [idiom] very deed. See also: Genesis 41:32; Job 18:12; Psalms 5:10.
זַרְעֶ֑/ךָ
zeraʻ
H2233
"seed"
N-ms | Suff
In the Bible, this Hebrew word means seed or offspring, like in Genesis where God promises Abraham many descendants. It can also mean a plant or sowing time, as in Isaiah 55:10. This concept is central to God's plan for humanity.
Definition: : seed/sowing 1) seed, sowing, offspring 1a) a sowing 1b) seed 1c) semen virile 1d) offspring, descendants, posterity, children 1e) of moral quality 1e1) a practitioner of righteousness (fig.) 1f) sowing time (by meton)
Usage: Occurs in 205 OT verses. KJV: [idiom] carnally, child, fruitful, seed(-time), sowing-time. See also: Genesis 1:11; 1 Samuel 1:11; Psalms 18:51.
וּ/בָנִ֨יתִי
bânâh
H1129
"to build"
Conj | V-Qal-1cs
The Hebrew word bânâh means to build something, like a house or a family. It can also mean to establish or repair something, and is used in various contexts throughout the Bible.
Definition: 1) to build, rebuild, establish, cause to continue 1a) (Qal) 1a1) to build, rebuild 1a2) to build a house (ie, establish a family) 1b) (Niphal) 1b1) to be built 1b2) to be rebuilt 1b3) established (of restored exiles) (fig.) 1b4) established (made permanent) 1b5) to be built up (of childless wife becoming the mother of a family through the children of a concubine) Aramaic equivalent: be.nah (בְּנָה "to build" H1124)
Usage: Occurs in 345 OT verses. KJV: (begin to) build(-er), obtain children, make, repair, set (up), [idiom] surely. See also: Genesis 2:22; 1 Kings 8:48; 2 Chronicles 20:8.
לְ/דֹר
dôwr
H1755
"generation"
Prep | N-ms
This word refers to a period of time or a generation of people. It is used in the Bible to describe a group of people living at the same time. In the book of Psalms, it describes a generation of people who follow God.
Definition: 1) period, generation, habitation, dwelling 1a) period, age, generation (period of time) 1b) generation (those living during a period) 1c) generation (characterised by quality, condition, class of men) 1d) dwelling-place, habitation Aramaic equivalent: dar (דָּר "generation" H1859)
Usage: Occurs in 127 OT verses. KJV: age, [idiom] evermore, generation, (n-) ever, posterity. See also: Genesis 6:9; Esther 9:28; Psalms 10:6.
וָ/ד֖וֹר
dôwr
H1755
"generation"
Conj | N-ms
This word refers to a period of time or a generation of people. It is used in the Bible to describe a group of people living at the same time. In the book of Psalms, it describes a generation of people who follow God.
Definition: 1) period, generation, habitation, dwelling 1a) period, age, generation (period of time) 1b) generation (those living during a period) 1c) generation (characterised by quality, condition, class of men) 1d) dwelling-place, habitation Aramaic equivalent: dar (דָּר "generation" H1859)
Usage: Occurs in 127 OT verses. KJV: age, [idiom] evermore, generation, (n-) ever, posterity. See also: Genesis 6:9; Esther 9:28; Psalms 10:6.
כִּסְאֲ/ךָ֣
kiççêʼ
H3678
"throne"
N-ms | Suff
In the Bible, this word means a throne, symbolizing a seat of power or authority, often canopied or covered. It is used to describe the throne of God or a king, representing royal dignity and power.
Definition: 1) seat (of honour), throne, seat, stool 1a) seat (of honour), throne 1b) royal dignity, authority, power (fig.)
Usage: Occurs in 124 OT verses. KJV: seat, stool, throne. See also: Genesis 41:40; 2 Chronicles 23:20; Psalms 9:5.
סֶֽלָה
çelâh
H5542
"Selah"
Part
Selah is a musical term in the Bible that signals a pause or interruption in the music, like a rest in a song, often used in Psalms. It is a technical term that sets a moment for reflection and contemplation, as seen in Psalm 3:2.
Definition: § 1) to lift up, exalt 1a) Selah 1a1) a technical musical term probably showing accentuation, pause, interruption
Usage: Occurs in 74 OT verses. KJV: Selah. See also: Psalms 3:3; Psalms 62:5; Psalms 3:5.
Study Notes — Psalms 89:5
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- Context
- Cross References
- Psalms 89:5 Summary
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Reflection Questions
- Gill's Exposition on Psalms 89:5
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Psalms 89:5
- Matthew Poole's Commentary on Psalms 89:5
- Trapp's Commentary on Psalms 89:5
- Ellicott's Commentary on Psalms 89:5
- Adam Clarke's Commentary on Psalms 89:5
- Cambridge Bible on Psalms 89:5
- Barnes' Notes on Psalms 89:5
- Whedon's Commentary on Psalms 89:5
- Sermons on Psalms 89:5
Context — I Will Sing of His Love Forever
3You said, “I have made a covenant with My chosen one, I have sworn to David My servant:
4‘I will establish your offspring forever and build up your throne for all generations.’” Selah
5The heavens praise Your wonders, O LORD— Your faithfulness as well— in the assembly of the holy ones.
6For who in the skies can compare with the LORD? Who among the heavenly beings is like the LORD? 7In the council of the holy ones, God is greatly feared, and awesome above all who surround Him.Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
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| 1 | Psalms 97:6 | The heavens proclaim His righteousness; all the peoples see His glory. |
| 2 | Psalms 19:1 | The heavens declare the glory of God; the skies proclaim the work of His hands. |
| 3 | Isaiah 44:23 | Sing for joy, O heavens, for the LORD has done this; shout aloud, O depths of the earth. Break forth in song, O mountains, you forests and all your trees. For the LORD has redeemed Jacob, and revealed His glory in Israel. |
| 4 | 2 Thessalonians 1:7 | and to grant relief to you who are oppressed and to us as well. This will take place when the Lord Jesus is revealed from heaven with His mighty angels |
| 5 | Psalms 50:6 | And the heavens proclaim His righteousness, for God Himself is Judge. Selah |
| 6 | Revelation 7:10–12 | And they cried out in a loud voice: “Salvation to our God, who sits on the throne, and to the Lamb!” And all the angels stood around the throne and around the elders and the four living creatures. And they fell facedown before the throne and worshiped God, saying, “Amen! Blessing and glory and wisdom and thanks and honor and power and strength be to our God forever and ever! Amen.” |
| 7 | Revelation 5:11–14 | Then I looked, and I heard the voices of many angels and living creatures and elders encircling the throne, and their number was myriads of myriads and thousands of thousands. In a loud voice they were saying: “Worthy is the Lamb, who was slain, to receive power and riches and wisdom and strength and honor and glory and blessing!” And I heard every creature in heaven and on earth and under the earth and in the sea, and all that is in them, saying: “To Him who sits on the throne and to the Lamb be praise and honor and glory and power forever and ever!” And the four living creatures said, “Amen,” and the elders fell down and worshiped. |
| 8 | Deuteronomy 33:2 | He said: “The LORD came from Sinai and dawned upon us from Seir; He shone forth from Mount Paran and came with myriads of holy ones, with flaming fire at His right hand. |
| 9 | Ephesians 3:10 | His purpose was that now, through the church, the manifold wisdom of God should be made known to the rulers and authorities in the heavenly realms, |
| 10 | 1 Peter 1:12 | It was revealed to them that they were not serving themselves, but you, when they foretold the things now announced by those who preached the gospel to you by the Holy Spirit sent from heaven. Even angels long to look into these things. |
Psalms 89:5 Summary
[This verse tells us that the heavens, which include the sun, moon, stars, and all of creation, are praising God's amazing works and His faithfulness. This means that everything in the universe is acknowledging and honoring God's power and love, as seen in Psalms 19:1. Just like the heavens, we can praise God for His wonders and faithfulness in our lives, and we can trust that He will always be faithful to us, as promised in Deuteronomy 7:9. By focusing on God's faithfulness, we can have confidence and peace, knowing that He is always with us.]
Frequently Asked Questions
What does it mean that the heavens praise God's wonders?
This phrase suggests that all of creation, including the heavens, acknowledges and honors God's mighty works, as seen in Psalms 19:1, which says that the heavens declare the glory of God.
How does God's faithfulness relate to the assembly of the holy ones?
God's faithfulness is a fundamental aspect of His character, and it is especially relevant in the assembly of the holy ones, where He is revered and worshiped, as mentioned in Psalms 89:5 and Hebrews 12:22-23.
Who are the holy ones mentioned in this verse?
The holy ones refer to angels and other heavenly beings who are set apart for God's service, as described in Deuteronomy 33:2-3 and Job 5:1, and they assemble to worship and praise God.
What is the significance of the heavens praising God's wonders and faithfulness?
The heavens praising God's wonders and faithfulness highlights God's majesty and sovereignty, emphasizing that He is the creator and ruler of the universe, as stated in Psalms 103:19 and Isaiah 40:26.
Reflection Questions
- How can I, like the heavens, praise God's wonders and faithfulness in my daily life?
- What are some ways that God's faithfulness has been demonstrated in my life, and how can I express gratitude for these experiences?
- In what ways can I participate in the assembly of the holy ones, worshiping and revering God along with the heavenly beings?
- How does the knowledge that God's faithfulness is proclaimed in the heavens impact my trust and confidence in Him?
Gill's Exposition on Psalms 89:5
And the heavens shall praise thy wonders, O Lord,.... Which, by a prosopopceia, may be understood of the heavens literally, in the same sense as other inanimate creatures praise the Lord, Psalms
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Psalms 89:5
And the heavens shall praise thy wonders, O LORD: thy faithfulness also in the congregation of the saints.
Matthew Poole's Commentary on Psalms 89:5
The heavens, i.e. the inhabitants of heaven, the holy angels, as ; who clearly discern and constantly adore thy mercy and faithfulness, when men upon earth are filled with doubts and perplexities about it. Thy faithfulness also; understand, shall be praised, out of the foregoing clause; which supplements are most usual in Scripture, as hath been already showed by divers instances. In the congregation of the saints; either, first, Of thy saints upon earth in their public assemblies; who always acknowledge and celebrate thy truth, although they cannot always discern the footsteps of it. Or rather, secondly, Of the angels of heaven, of whom he speaks in the foregoing clause; who are oft called saints or holy ones, as ,17 8:13.
Trapp's Commentary on Psalms 89:5
Psalms 89:5 And the heavens shall praise thy wonders, O LORD: thy faithfulness also in the congregation of the saints.Ver. 5. And the heavens shall praise thy wonders] Heb. thy miracle, viz. in their circumgyration (which showeth a first mover), in their embroidery, influences, &c., yielding matter and occasion of praise. And thus, All thy works praise thee, O Lord; but thy saints bless thee, Psalms 145:10. And so by heavens here we may understand the angels of heaven (as they are called, Matthew 24:36), as by the congregation of saints the Church universal in heaven and earth, by whom God is highly praised for the covenant of grace.
Ellicott's Commentary on Psalms 89:5
(5) The heavens.—Having repeated the Divine promise, the poet appeals to nature and history to confirm his conviction of the enduring character of the truth and grace of God. The heavens are witnesses of it as in Psalms 1:4; Psalms 1:6; Psalms 97:6. Shall praise.—The present tense would be better. Wonders.—In the original the word is singular, perhaps as summing up all the covenant faithfulness as one great display of wonder. Saints.—Here, apparently, not spoken of Israel, but of the hosts above. (See next verse; comp. Job 4:18; Job 15:15 for the same term, “holy ones,” for angels.)
Adam Clarke's Commentary on Psalms 89:5
Verse 5. The heavens shall praise thy wonders] The works that shall be wrought by this descendant of David shall be so plainly miraculous as shall prove their origin to be Divine: and both saints and angels shall join to celebrate his praises. Thy faithfulness also] All thy promises shall be fulfilled; and particularly and supereminently those which respect the congregation of the saints-the assemblies of Christian believers.
Cambridge Bible on Psalms 89:5
5–18. The adoring recital of God’s attributes which follows here has a twofold purpose in relation to the subject of the Psalm. It is a plea with God, and it is an encouragement to Israel. His omnipotence guarantees His ability, His faithfulness is the pledge of His will, to perform His promises to David.
Barnes' Notes on Psalms 89:5
And the heavens shall praise thy wonders, O Lord - That is, the inhabitants of heaven shall find new occasion for praise in the faithfulness evinced in carrying out the promise to David, and in the
Whedon's Commentary on Psalms 89:5
5. The heavens—Here to be understood as the abode of God and his angels, and by metonomy put for the inhabitants of heaven, the angels and saints.
Sermons on Psalms 89:5
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(The Glory of God) in Motivation by Paul Washer | In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the importance of preaching about God's glory rather than focusing on principles and rules. He criticizes the tendency of pastors to manipula |
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Attributes of God (Series 1): God's Goodness by A.W. Tozer | In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes that all the attributes of God are different aspects of one God in three persons. He encourages the listeners to think right and align their |
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(Hebrews - Part 25): The Holy of Holies by A.W. Tozer | In this sermon, the speaker expresses his commitment to preaching about God and the Holy Trinity. He emphasizes that God reveals Himself through nature and the scriptures, using va |
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(Hebrews - Part 7): Inspiration and Revelation by A.W. Tozer | In this sermon, the preacher discusses the question posed by King David in Psalm 8:4, "What is man that you are mindful of him?" He acknowledges that when we look at the vastness o |
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(Mount Vernon) the Creation in Genesis by Keith Daniel | In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the greatness and sovereignty of God, using the creation of the sun and moon as an example. He quotes verses from Genesis, John, and Romans |
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Attributes of God (Series 2): Introduction by A.W. Tozer | In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the importance of understanding the character of God. He mentions a previous series of sermons on the attributes of God that had a profound |
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Eternity by Paul Washer | In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the importance of personal accountability before God. He describes a scene from the book of Revelation where God is depicted as sitting on a |