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Psalms Chapter 149 (ACV)

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Psalms Chapter 149 (ACV)
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1 Praise ye Jehovah. Sing to Jehovah a new song, and his praise in the assembly of the sanctified.

2 Let Israel rejoice in him who made him. Let the sons of Zion be joyful in their King.

3 Let them praise his name in the dance. Let them sing praises to him with timbrel and harp.

4 For Jehovah takes pleasure in his people. He will beautify the meek with salvation.

5 Let the sanctified exult in glory. Let them sing for joy upon their beds.

6 The high praises of God are in their mouth, and a two-edged sword in their hand

7 to execute vengeance upon the nations, and punishments upon the peoples,

8 to bind their kings with chains, and their ranking men with fetters of iron,

9 to execute upon them the judgment written. All his sanctified have this honor. Praise ye Jehovah.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Psalm 149 about?
It calls Israel to "sing unto the LORD a new song" and praise him "in the dance" with "timbrel and harp" (vv.1-3), because "the LORD taketh pleasure in his people" (v.4).
What is the "two-edged sword" in verse 6 about?
V.6 pairs "the high praises of God" in the mouth of the saints with "a two-edged sword in their hand," describing praise alongside a role in executing judgment on the nations (v.7).
How does the psalm describe the honor given to God's people?
V.9 says, "To execute upon them the judgment written: this honour have all his saints," closing with "Praise ye the LORD."

Today's Verse

Yonder is the sea, great and wide, Wherein are things creeping innumerable, Both small and great beasts.

Psalms 104:25 | ASV

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