Psalms 97:8
Psalms 97:8 in Multiple Translations
Zion hears and rejoices, and the towns of Judah exult because of Your judgments, O LORD.
Zion heard, and was glad; and the daughters of Judah rejoiced because of thy judgments, O LORD.
Zion heard and was glad, And the daughters of Judah rejoiced, Because of thy judgments, O Jehovah.
Zion gave ear and was glad; and the daughters of Judah were full of joy, because of your decisions, O Lord.
Jerusalem hears this and celebrates; all the towns of Judah are happy because of your judgments, Lord.
Zion heard of it, and was glad: and the daughters of Iudah reioyced, because of thy iudgements, O Lord.
Zion hath heard and rejoiceth, And daughters of Judah are joyful, Because of Thy judgments, O Jehovah.
Zion heard and was glad. The daughters of Judah rejoiced because of your judgments, LORD.
Zion heard, and was glad; and the daughters of Judah rejoiced because of thy judgments, O LORD.
The rivers shall clap their hands, the mountains shall rejoice together
The people [MTY] of Jerusalem hear about Yahweh and are glad/happy, and people in the other [MTY] cities in Judah also rejoice, because Yahweh judges and punishes wicked people.
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Psalms 97:8 Interlinear (Deep Study)
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שָׁמְעָ֬ה
וַ/תִּשְׂמַ֨ח
צִיּ֗וֹן
וַ֭/תָּגֵלְנָה
בְּנ֣וֹת
יְהוּדָ֑ה
לְמַ֖עַן
מִשְׁפָּטֶ֣י/ךָ
יְהוָֽה
שָׁמְעָ֬ה
shâmaʻ
H8085
to hear
V-Qal-Perf-3fs
וַ/תִּשְׂמַ֨ח
sâmach
H8055
to rejoice
Conj | V-Qal-ConsecImperf-3fs
צִיּ֗וֹן
Tsîyôwn
H6726
Zion
N-proper
וַ֭/תָּגֵלְנָה
gîyl
H1523
to rejoice
Conj | V-Qal-ConsecImperf-3fp
בְּנ֣וֹת
bath
H1323
Bath (Shua)
N-fp
יְהוּדָ֑ה
Yᵉhûwdâh
H3063
Judah
N-proper
לְמַ֖עַן
maʻan
H4616
because
Prep
מִשְׁפָּטֶ֣י/ךָ
mishpâṭ
H4941
justice
N-mp | Suff
יְהוָֽה
Yᵉhôvâh
H3068
The Lord
N-proper
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Hebrew Word Reference — Psalms 97:8
שָׁמְעָ֬ה
shâmaʻ
H8085
"to hear"
V-Qal-Perf-3fs
To hear and listen is what this Hebrew word means, often implying attention and obedience. In Exodus and Deuteronomy, it is used when God speaks to the people, and they must listen and obey.
Definition: : hear v 1) to hear, listen to, obey 1a) (Qal) 1a1) to hear (perceive by ear) 1a2) to hear of or concerning 1a3) to hear (have power to hear) 1a4) to hear with attention or interest, listen to 1a5) to understand (language) 1a6) to hear (of judicial cases) 1a7) to listen, give heed 1a7a) to consent, agree 1a7b) to grant request 1a8) to listen to, yield to 1a9) to obey, be obedient 1b) (Niphal) 1b1) to be heard (of voice or sound) 1b2) to be heard of 1b3) to be regarded, be obeyed 1c) (Piel) to cause to hear, call to hear, summon 1d) (Hiphil) 1d1) to cause to hear, tell, proclaim, utter a sound 1d2) to sound aloud (musical term) 1d3) to make proclamation, summon 1d4) to cause to be heard n m 2) sound
Usage: Occurs in 1072 OT verses. KJV: [idiom] attentively, call (gather) together, [idiom] carefully, [idiom] certainly, consent, consider, be content, declare, [idiom] diligently, discern, give ear, (cause to, let, make to) hear(-ken, tell), [idiom] indeed, listen, make (a) noise, (be) obedient, obey, perceive, (make a) proclaim(-ation), publish, regard, report, shew (forth), (make a) sound, [idiom] surely, tell, understand, whosoever (heareth), witness. See also: Genesis 3:8; Exodus 32:18; Deuteronomy 27:9.
וַ/תִּשְׂמַ֨ח
sâmach
H8055
"to rejoice"
Conj | V-Qal-ConsecImperf-3fs
This verb means to rejoice or be glad, often used in a religious sense, like when the Israelites rejoiced at the dedication of the temple in 1 Kings 8:66.
Definition: 1) to rejoice, be glad 1a) (Qal) 1a1) to rejoice 1a2) to rejoice (arrogantly), exult (at) 1a3) to rejoice (religiously) 1b) (Piel) to cause to rejoice, gladden, make glad 1c) (Hiphil) to cause to rejoice, gladden, make glad
Usage: Occurs in 148 OT verses. KJV: cheer up, be (make) glad, (have, make) joy(-ful), be (make) merry, (cause to, make to) rejoice, [idiom] very. See also: Exodus 4:14; Psalms 92:5; Psalms 5:12.
צִיּ֗וֹן
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.
וַ֭/תָּגֵלְנָה
gîyl
H1523
"to rejoice"
Conj | V-Qal-ConsecImperf-3fp
This Hebrew word means to rejoice or be glad, often expressing strong emotions like joy or fear, as seen in the KJV translations.
Definition: 1) to rejoice, exult, be glad 1a) (Qal) 1a1) to rejoice 1a2) to tremble (from fear)
Usage: Occurs in 44 OT verses. KJV: be glad, joy, be joyful, rejoice. See also: 1 Chronicles 16:31; Proverbs 23:25; Psalms 2:11.
בְּנ֣וֹת
bath
H1323
"Bath (Shua)"
N-fp
The Hebrew word for daughter is used to describe a female child or a woman, and can also be used figuratively. In the Bible, it is used to describe women like Bathsheba, the wife of Uriah and later of King David.
Definition: A woman living at the time of the Patriarchs, first mentioned at Gen.38.2; daughter of: Shua (H7770); married to Judah (H3063); mother of: Er (H6147), Onan (H0209) and Shelah (H7956) the wife of Uriah whom David had murdered, having had adulterous relations with her; subsequently wife of David and mother of Solomon, Shimea, Shobab, and Nathan (alternate spelling to 'Bathsheba')
Usage: Occurs in 498 OT verses. KJV: apple (of the eye), branch, company, daughter, [idiom] first, [idiom] old, [phrase] owl, town, village. See also: Genesis 5:4; Exodus 2:21; Ruth 1:13.
יְהוּדָ֑ה
Yᵉhûwdâh
H3063
"Judah"
N-proper
Judah is the name of the tribe descended from Judah, the son of Jacob. It is also the name of the region where the tribe lived. The name means 'praised' and is first mentioned in Genesis.
Definition: § Judah = "praised" the tribe descended from Judah the son of Jacob
Usage: Occurs in 754 OT verses. KJV: Judah. See also: Genesis 29:35; 1 Samuel 23:3; 2 Kings 14:13.
לְמַ֖עַן
maʻan
H4616
"because"
Prep
This Hebrew word means because of something or for a specific purpose. It is used to explain why something happens or is done. In the Bible, it is used to describe God's intentions or purposes.
Definition: 1) purpose, intent prep 1a) for the sake of 1b) in view of, on account of 1c) for the purpose of, to the intent that, in order to conj 1d) to the end that
Usage: Occurs in 252 OT verses. KJV: because of, to the end (intent) that, for (to,... 's sake), [phrase] lest, that, to. See also: Genesis 12:13; 2 Kings 13:23; Psalms 5:9.
מִשְׁפָּטֶ֣י/ךָ
mishpâṭ
H4941
"justice"
N-mp | Suff
Mishpat means justice or judgment, and is often used to describe God's righteous judgment, as well as human laws and decisions, in books like Deuteronomy and Isaiah.
Definition: : judgement/punishment 1) judgment, justice, ordinance 1a) judgment 1a1) act of deciding a case 1a2) place, court, seat of judgment 1a3) process, procedure, litigation (before judges) 1a4) case, cause (presented for judgment) 1a5) sentence, decision (of judgment) 1a6) execution (of judgment) 1a7) time (of judgment) 1b) justice, right, rectitude (attributes of God or man) 1c) ordinance 1d) decision (in law) 1e) right, privilege, due (legal) 1f) proper, fitting, measure, fitness, custom, manner, plan
Usage: Occurs in 406 OT verses. KJV: [phrase] adversary, ceremony, charge, [idiom] crime, custom, desert, determination, discretion, disposing, due, fashion, form, to be judged, judgment, just(-ice, -ly), (manner of) law(-ful), manner, measure, (due) order, ordinance, right, sentence, usest, [idiom] worthy, [phrase] wrong. See also: Genesis 18:19; 1 Kings 2:3; Psalms 1:5.
יְהוָֽה
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.
Study Notes — Psalms 97:8
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- Psalms 97:8 Summary
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- Reflection Questions
- Gill's Exposition on Psalms 97:8
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Psalms 97:8
- Matthew Poole's Commentary on Psalms 97:8
- Trapp's Commentary on Psalms 97:8
- Ellicott's Commentary on Psalms 97:8
- Adam Clarke's Commentary on Psalms 97:8
- Cambridge Bible on Psalms 97:8
- Barnes' Notes on Psalms 97:8
- Whedon's Commentary on Psalms 97:8
- Sermons on Psalms 97:8
Context — Let the Earth Rejoice
6The heavens proclaim His righteousness; all the peoples see His glory.
7All worshipers of images are put to shame— those who boast in idols. Worship Him, all you gods!
8Zion hears and rejoices, and the towns of Judah exult because of Your judgments, O LORD.
9For You, O LORD, are Most High over all the earth; You are exalted far above all gods. 10Hate evil, O you who love the LORD! He preserves the souls of His saints; He delivers them from the hand of the wicked.Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
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| 1 | Psalms 48:11 | Mount Zion is glad, the daughters of Judah rejoice, on account of Your judgments. |
| 2 | Revelation 18:20 | Rejoice over her, O heaven, O saints and apostles and prophets, because God has pronounced for you His judgment against her. |
| 3 | Matthew 21:4–9 | This took place to fulfill what was spoken through the prophet: “Say to the Daughter of Zion, ‘See, your King comes to you, gentle and riding on a donkey, on a colt, the foal of a donkey.’” So the disciples went and did as Jesus had directed them. They brought the donkey and the colt and laid their cloaks on them, and Jesus sat on them. A massive crowd spread their cloaks on the road, while others cut branches from the trees and spread them on the road. The crowds that went ahead of Him and those that followed were shouting: “Hosanna to the Son of David!” “Blessed is He who comes in the name of the Lord!” “Hosanna in the highest!” |
| 4 | Zechariah 9:9 | Rejoice greatly, O Daughter of Zion! Shout in triumph, O Daughter of Jerusalem! See, your King comes to you, righteous and victorious, humble and riding on a donkey, on a colt, the foal of a donkey. |
| 5 | Isaiah 62:11 | Behold, the LORD has proclaimed to the ends of the earth, “Say to Daughter Zion: See, your Savior comes! Look, His reward is with Him, and His recompense goes before Him.” |
| 6 | Psalms 58:10 | The righteous will rejoice when they see they are avenged; they will wash their feet in the blood of the wicked. |
| 7 | Zephaniah 3:14–17 | Sing for joy, O Daughter of Zion; shout aloud, O Israel! Be glad and rejoice with all your heart, O Daughter of Jerusalem! The LORD has taken away your punishment; He has turned back your enemy. Israel’s King, the LORD, is among you; no longer will you fear any harm. On that day they will say to Jerusalem: “Do not fear, O Zion; do not let your hands fall limp. 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.” |
| 8 | Isaiah 51:3 | For the LORD will comfort Zion and will look with compassion on all her ruins; He will make her wilderness like Eden and her desert like the garden of the LORD. Joy and gladness will be found in her, thanksgiving and melodious song. |
| 9 | Psalms 52:6 | The righteous will see and fear; they will mock the evildoer, saying, |
| 10 | Isaiah 52:7–10 | 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!” Listen! Your watchmen lift up their voices, together they shout for joy. For every eye will see when the LORD returns to Zion. Break forth in joy, sing together, O ruins of Jerusalem, for the LORD has comforted His people; He has redeemed Jerusalem. The LORD has bared His holy arm in the sight of all the nations; all the ends of the earth will see the salvation of our God. |
Psalms 97:8 Summary
Psalms 97:8 tells us that when the people of God, represented by Zion, hear about the Lord's judgments, they rejoice and celebrate. This is because they trust in the Lord's goodness and righteousness, knowing that His judgments are always just and fair (as seen in Psalms 119:75). We can learn from this by rejoicing in the Lord's righteous acts and trusting in His goodness, just like the people of Judah did. By doing so, we can experience joy and celebration in our own lives, as encouraged in Romans 12:12 to rejoice in hope.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does it mean for Zion to hear and rejoice in Psalms 97:8?
Zion hearing and rejoicing refers to the people of God responding with joy to the judgments and righteous acts of the Lord, as seen in Psalms 97:8, similar to the rejoicing in Isaiah 61:10 where the people rejoice in their salvation.
How do the towns of Judah exult in Psalms 97:8?
The towns of Judah exult, or celebrate, because of the Lord's judgments, which demonstrates their trust and confidence in His righteousness, much like the trust expressed in Psalms 37:3-7 where the people trust in the Lord and His goodness.
What is the significance of the Lord's judgments in this verse?
The Lord's judgments in Psalms 97:8 signify His righteous rule and justice, which brings joy and celebration to His people, as also seen in Psalms 119:75 where the psalmist acknowledges the Lord's righteousness in His judgments.
How does this verse relate to our lives as believers today?
As believers, we can apply Psalms 97:8 by rejoicing in the Lord's righteous judgments and trusting in His goodness, just as the people of Judah did, and as encouraged in Romans 12:12 to rejoice in hope and be patient in tribulation.
Reflection Questions
- What are some ways I can rejoice in the Lord's judgments and righteous acts in my own life?
- How can I, like the towns of Judah, trust and exult in the Lord's goodness and justice?
- In what ways can I demonstrate my confidence in the Lord's righteousness, as seen in Psalms 97:8?
- What does it mean for me to 'hear' and respond to the Lord's judgments, as Zion does in this verse?
Gill's Exposition on Psalms 97:8
Zion heard, and was glad,.... Or, the congregation of Zion, as the Targum; the church of Christ, and the members of it, called Zion, in allusion to the mountain of that name, in which the temple
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Psalms 97:8
Confounded be all they that serve graven images, that boast themselves of idols: worship him, all ye gods.
Matthew Poole's Commentary on Psalms 97:8
Zion; thy people dwelling in Zion, or Jerusalem, and Judah, to whom Christ came, and among whom the gospel was first preached. Or, thy church and people, who both in the prophetical writings are oft called Zion. Heard the fame of thy judgments, as the following words declare; the ruin of idolatry and the setting up the kingdom of the Messias in the world. The daughters of Judah; particular churches, or rather persons, members of Zion. Rejoiced; not that they took pleasure in the ruin of others, but because that made way for the advancement of God’ s glory and Christ’ s kingdom in the world.
Trapp's Commentary on Psalms 97:8
Psalms 97:8 Zion heard, and was glad; and the daughters of Judah rejoiced because of thy judgments, O LORD.Ver. 8. Zion heard, and was glad] Heard what? the downfall of the devil’ s kingdom, and the erecting of Christ’ s sceptre; this was good news to the Church, and her children. Berne was the first town that after the Reformation burnt their images. Zurich followed on an Ash Wednesday, which they observe and celebrate every year to this day, with all mirths, plays, and pastimes, as an Ash Wednesday of God’ s own making.
Ellicott's Commentary on Psalms 97:8
(8) Zion heard.—See Psalms 48:11, Note.
Adam Clarke's Commentary on Psalms 97:8
Verse 8. Zion heard, and was glad] All the land of Israel, long desolated, heard of the judgments which God had shown among the enemies of his people. And the daughters of Judah] All the villages of the land-Zion as the mother, and all the villages in the country as her daughters, rejoice in the deliverance of God's people.
Cambridge Bible on Psalms 97:8
8. From Psalms 48:11, but with a significant change. Then (Psalms 97:8) the deliverance was wrought in sight of the city; now Zion and the cities of Judah only hear the glad tidings brought from distant Babylon to Zion in her humiliation (Isaiah 52:7-8).
Barnes' Notes on Psalms 97:8
Zion heard, and was glad - The good news came to Zion that all the idols of the pagan were confounded or were overcome: that is, that the Lord reigned.
Whedon's Commentary on Psalms 97:8
8. Zion heard, and was glad—The form of the verbs (Kal preterit) in this verse, together with the historic facts alleged, namely, the “rejoicings,” and the “judgments,” clearly point us to some
Sermons on Psalms 97:8
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Expectations for 2012 by Allan Halton | Allan Halton addresses the skepticism surrounding annual prophecies, emphasizing the importance of discerning true prophetic words by testing and holding onto only what is good. He |
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The End of the Wicked Contemplated by the Righteous by Jonathan Edwards | Jonathan Edwards preaches about the end of the wicked contemplated by the righteous, emphasizing the fall of Babylon, the vengeance of God executed upon her, and the eternal punish |
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The Judgment of Babylon by Zac Poonen | Zac Poonen preaches on the powerful significance of the word 'Hallelujah' in Revelation 19:1-7, emphasizing the joy in heaven when Babylon the harlot is judged and the corrupt syst |
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Useful to the Lord by Erlo Stegen | In this sermon, the speaker begins by discussing the significance of the fulfillment of Old Testament prophecies in the New Testament. He then shares a personal story about trying |
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Concerning the Messiah's Entrance Into Jerusalem. by John Gill | John Gill emphasizes the significance of Jesus' entrance into Jerusalem on an ass, fulfilling the prophecy of Zechariah 9:9. He argues that this event not only confirms Jesus as th |
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An Earthquake in Jerusalem by Warren Wiersbe | In this sermon, the preacher discusses the scene of Jesus entering Jerusalem on a colt, with the crowd laying down their garments and palm branches in his path. The Roman soldiers |
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First and Second Coming by Oswald J. Smith | In this sermon, the speaker discusses the prophecies in the Bible about Jesus' first coming. He highlights Zechariah's prophecy about the shepherd being smitten and the sheep being |