Verse (Click for Chapter) New International Version Let them praise the name of the LORD, for at his command they were created, New Living Translation Let every created thing give praise to the LORD, for he issued his command, and they came into being. English Standard Version Let them praise the name of the LORD! For he commanded and they were created. Berean Standard Bible Let them praise the name of the LORD, for He gave the command and they were created. King James Bible Let them praise the name of the LORD: for he commanded, and they were created. New King James Version Let them praise the name of the LORD, For He commanded and they were created. New American Standard Bible They are to praise the name of the LORD, For He commanded and they were created. NASB 1995 Let them praise the name of the LORD, For He commanded and they were created. NASB 1977 Let them praise the name of the LORD, For He commanded and they were created. Legacy Standard Bible Let them praise the name of Yahweh, For He commanded and they were created. Amplified Bible Let them praise the name of the LORD, For He commanded and they were created. Christian Standard Bible Let them praise the name of the LORD, for he commanded, and they were created. Holman Christian Standard Bible Let them praise the name of Yahweh, for He commanded, and they were created. American Standard Version Let them praise the name of Jehovah; For he commanded, and they were created. Contemporary English Version Let all things praise the name of the LORD, because they were created at his command. English Revised Version Let them praise the name of the LORD: for he commanded, and they were created. GOD'S WORD® Translation Let them praise the name of the LORD because they were created by his command. Good News Translation Let them all praise the name of the LORD! He commanded, and they were created; International Standard Version Let them praise the name of the LORD, for he himself gave the command that they be created. Majority Standard Bible Let them praise the name of the LORD, for He gave the command and they were created. NET Bible Let them praise the name of the LORD, for he gave the command and they came into existence. New Heart English Bible Let them praise the name of the LORD, For he commanded, and they were created. Webster's Bible Translation Let them praise the name of the LORD: for he commanded, and they were created. World English Bible Let them praise Yahweh’s name, for he commanded, and they were created. Literal Translations Literal Standard VersionThey praise the Name of YHWH, "" For He commanded, and they were created. Young's Literal Translation They do praise the name of Jehovah, For He commanded, and they were created. Smith's Literal Translation They shall praise the name of Jehovah, for he commanded and they were created: Catholic Translations Douay-Rheims Biblepraise the name of the Lord. For he spoke, and they were made: he commanded, and they were created. Catholic Public Domain Version praise the name of the Lord. For he spoke, and they became. He commanded, and they were created. New American Bible Let them all praise the LORD’s name; for he commanded and they were created, New Revised Standard Version Let them praise the name of the LORD, for he commanded and they were created. Translations from Aramaic Lamsa BibleLet them praise the name of the LORD; for he spoke and they were made, he commanded and they were created. Peshitta Holy Bible Translated Let them praise The Name of LORD JEHOVAH because he spoke and they existed; he commanded and they were created! OT Translations JPS Tanakh 1917Let them praise the name of the LORD; For He commanded, and they were created. Brenton Septuagint Translation Let them praise the name of the Lord: for he spoke, and they were made; he commanded, and they were created. Additional Translations ... Audio Bible Context Praise the LORD From the Heavens!…4Praise Him, O highest heavens, and you waters above the skies. 5Let them praise the name of the LORD, for He gave the command and they were created. 6He established them forever and ever; He issued a decree that will never pass away.… Cross References Genesis 1:1-3 In the beginning God created the heavens and the earth. / Now the earth was formless and void, and darkness was over the surface of the deep. And the Spirit of God was hovering over the surface of the waters. / And God said, “Let there be light,” and there was light. Colossians 1:16 For in Him all things were created, things in heaven and on earth, visible and invisible, whether thrones or dominions or rulers or authorities. All things were created through Him and for Him. John 1:1-3 In the beginning was the Word, and the Word was with God, and the Word was God. / He was with God in the beginning. / Through Him all things were made, and without Him nothing was made that has been made. Hebrews 11:3 By faith we understand that the universe was formed at God’s command, so that what is seen was not made out of what was visible. Revelation 4:11 “Worthy are You, our Lord and God, to receive glory and honor and power, for You created all things; by Your will they exist and were created.” Nehemiah 9:6 You alone are the LORD. You created the heavens, the highest heavens with all their host, the earth and all that is on it, the seas and all that is in them. You give life to all things, and the host of heaven worships You. Isaiah 45:12 It is I who made the earth and created man upon it. It was My hands that stretched out the heavens, and I ordained all their host. Isaiah 40:26 Lift up your eyes on high: Who created all these? He leads forth the starry host by number; He calls each one by name. Because of His great power and mighty strength, not one of them is missing. Job 38:4-7 Where were you when I laid the foundations of the earth? Tell Me, if you have understanding. / Who fixed its measurements? Surely you know! Or who stretched a measuring line across it? / On what were its foundations set, or who laid its cornerstone, ... Jeremiah 10:12 The LORD made the earth by His power; He established the world by His wisdom and stretched out the heavens by His understanding. Psalm 33:6 By the word of the LORD the heavens were made, and all the stars by the breath of His mouth. Psalm 33:9 For He spoke, and it came to be; He commanded, and it stood firm. Romans 11:36 For from Him and through Him and to Him are all things. To Him be the glory forever! Amen. 1 Corinthians 8:6 yet for us there is but one God, the Father, from whom all things came and for whom we exist. And there is but one Lord, Jesus Christ, through whom all things came and through whom we exist. Acts 17:24-25 The God who made the world and everything in it is the Lord of heaven and earth and does not live in temples made by human hands. / Nor is He served by human hands, as if He needed anything, because He Himself gives everyone life and breath and everything else. Treasury of Scripture Let them praise the name of the LORD: for he commanded, and they were created. for he Psalm 33:6-9 By the word of the LORD were the heavens made; and all the host of them by the breath of his mouth… Psalm 95:5 The sea is his, and he made it: and his hands formed the dry land. Genesis 1:1,2,6 In the beginning God created the heaven and the earth… Jump to Previous Commanded Created Order PraiseJump to Next Commanded Created Order PraisePsalm 148 1. The psalmist exhorts the celestial7. The terrestrial 11. And the rational creatures to praise God Let them praise the name of the LORD This phrase calls all creation to worship God, emphasizing the importance of acknowledging His sovereignty and majesty. The "name of the LORD" signifies His character and authority. In biblical times, a name was more than a label; it represented the essence of a person. The call to praise is universal, extending to all beings, reflecting the theme of creation's purpose found in Genesis 1. The Psalms frequently emphasize the importance of praising God (e.g., Psalm 150), and this verse aligns with the broader biblical narrative that all creation exists to glorify God (Isaiah 43:7). for He gave the command and they were created Persons / Places / Events 1. The LORD (Yahweh)The covenant name of God, emphasizing His eternal existence and sovereign authority over creation. 2. Creation Refers to the heavens, the earth, and all living beings, which are called to praise God as their Creator. 3. The Psalmist The author of the psalm, traditionally believed to be King David, who calls all creation to worship God. 4. Heavenly Hosts Includes angels and celestial bodies, which are part of the creation that praises God. 5. Earthly Creation Encompasses all living creatures and natural elements on earth, highlighting the universality of God's creative power. Teaching Points The Authority of God's CommandGod's word is powerful and authoritative, bringing creation into existence. This underscores the importance of trusting in His commands and promises in our lives. The Purpose of Creation All creation exists to praise and glorify God. As part of His creation, our lives should reflect worship and gratitude towards Him. The Universality of Worship Every part of creation, from the heavens to the earth, is called to worship God. This reminds us of the communal and universal nature of worship, transcending individual and cultural boundaries. The Sovereignty of God God's ability to create by command demonstrates His sovereignty over all things. Recognizing His control can bring peace and assurance in times of uncertainty. Living in Awe of the Creator Reflecting on the majesty and complexity of creation should lead us to a deeper awe and reverence for God, inspiring us to live in a way that honors Him.Verse 5. - Let them praise the Name of the Lord. Frequent changes of person, when no doubt can arise as to the meaning, are a sort of Hebrew idiom. They give liveliness and variety. For he commanded, and they were created (Genesis 1:3, 6, 9, 11, 14, 15, etc.). All creation sprang into being at the word of God (Psalm 33:8). Parallel Commentaries ... Hebrew Let them praiseיְֽ֭הַֽלְלוּ (yə·hal·lū) Verb - Piel - Imperfect - third person masculine plural Strong's 1984: To shine the name שֵׁ֣ם (šêm) Noun - masculine singular construct Strong's 8034: A name of the LORD, יְהוָ֑ה (Yah·weh) Noun - proper - masculine singular Strong's 3068: LORD -- the proper name of the God of Israel for כִּ֤י (kî) Conjunction Strong's 3588: A relative conjunction He ה֭וּא (hū) Pronoun - third person masculine singular Strong's 1931: He, self, the same, this, that, as, are gave the command צִוָּ֣ה (ṣiw·wāh) Verb - Piel - Perfect - third person masculine singular Strong's 6680: To lay charge (upon), give charge (to), command, order and they were created. וְנִבְרָֽאוּ׃ (wə·niḇ·rā·’ū) Conjunctive waw | Verb - Nifal - Conjunctive perfect - third person common plural Strong's 1254: To create, to cut down, select, feed Links Psalm 148:5 NIVPsalm 148:5 NLT Psalm 148:5 ESV Psalm 148:5 NASB Psalm 148:5 KJV Psalm 148:5 BibleApps.com Psalm 148:5 Biblia Paralela Psalm 148:5 Chinese Bible Psalm 148:5 French Bible Psalm 148:5 Catholic Bible OT Poetry: Psalm 148:5 Let them praise the name of Yahweh (Psalm Ps Psa.) |
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