Psalm 66:5
New International Version
Come and see what God has done, his awesome deeds for mankind!

New Living Translation
Come and see what our God has done, what awesome miracles he performs for people!

English Standard Version
Come and see what God has done: he is awesome in his deeds toward the children of man.

Berean Standard Bible
Come and see the works of God; how awesome are His deeds toward mankind.

King James Bible
Come and see the works of God: he is terrible in his doing toward the children of men.

New King James Version
Come and see the works of God; He is awesome in His doing toward the sons of men.

New American Standard Bible
Come and see the works of God, Who is awesome in His deeds toward the sons of mankind.

NASB 1995
Come and see the works of God, Who is awesome in His deeds toward the sons of men.

NASB 1977
Come and see the works of God, Who is awesome in His deeds toward the sons of men.

Legacy Standard Bible
Come and see the works of God, Who is fearsome in His deeds toward the sons of men.

Amplified Bible
Come and see the works of God, He is awesome in His deeds toward the children of men.

Christian Standard Bible
Come and see the wonders of God; his acts for humanity are awe-inspiring.

Holman Christian Standard Bible
Come and see the wonders of God; His acts for humanity are awe-inspiring.

American Standard Version
Come, and see the works of God; He is terrible in his doing toward the children of men.

Contemporary English Version
Come and see the fearsome things our God has done!

English Revised Version
Come, and see the works of God; he is terrible in his doing toward the children of men.

GOD'S WORD® Translation
Come and see what God has done- his awe-inspiring deeds for Adam's descendants.

Good News Translation
Come and see what God has done, his wonderful acts among people.

International Standard Version
Come and see the awesome works of God on behalf of human beings:

Majority Standard Bible
Come and see the works of God; how awesome are His deeds toward mankind.

NET Bible
Come and witness God's exploits! His acts on behalf of people are awesome!

New Heart English Bible
Come, and see God's deeds--awesome work on behalf of the descendants of Adam.

Webster's Bible Translation
Come and see the works of God: he is terrible in his doing towards the children of men.

World English Bible
Come, and see God’s deeds— awesome work on behalf of the children of men.
Literal Translations
Literal Standard Version
Come, and see the works of God, "" Fearful acts toward the sons of men.

Young's Literal Translation
Come ye, and see the works of God, Fearful acts toward the sons of men.

Smith's Literal Translation
Come and see ye the works of God: terrible the doing upon the sons of man.
Catholic Translations
Douay-Rheims Bible
Come and see the works of God; who is terrible in his counsels over the sons of men.

Catholic Public Domain Version
Draw near and see the works of God, who is terrible in his counsels over the sons of men.

New American Bible
Come and see the works of God, awesome in deeds before the children of Adam.

New Revised Standard Version
Come and see what God has done: he is awesome in his deeds among mortals.
Translations from Aramaic
Lamsa Bible
They shall say, Come and see the works of God; for his wonders are great toward the children of men.

Peshitta Holy Bible Translated
And they will say, "Come, behold the works of God who multiplies his wonders upon the children of men!"
OT Translations
JPS Tanakh 1917
Come, and see the works of God; He is terrible in His doing toward the children of men.

Brenton Septuagint Translation
Come and behold the works of God; he is terrible in his counsels beyond the children of men.

Additional Translations ...
Audio Bible



Context
Make a Joyful Noise
4All the earth bows down to You; they sing praise to You; they sing praise to Your name.” Selah 5Come and see the works of God; how awesome are His deeds toward mankind. 6He turned the sea into dry land; they passed through the waters on foot; there we rejoiced in Him.…

Cross References
Exodus 14:21-22
Then Moses stretched out his hand over the sea, and all that night the LORD drove back the sea with a strong east wind that turned it into dry land. So the waters were divided, / and the Israelites went through the sea on dry ground, with walls of water on their right and on their left.

Joshua 3:14-17
So when the people broke camp to cross the Jordan, the priests carried the ark of the covenant ahead of them. / Now the Jordan overflows its banks throughout the harvest season. But as soon as the priests carrying the ark reached the Jordan and their feet touched the water’s edge, / the flowing water stood still. It backed up as far upstream as Adam, a city in the area of Zarethan, while the water flowing toward the Sea of the Arabah (the Salt Sea) was completely cut off. So the people crossed over opposite Jericho. ...

Isaiah 66:18
“And I, knowing their deeds and thoughts, am coming to gather all nations and tongues, and they will come and see My glory.

Psalm 46:8
Come, see the works of the LORD, who brings devastation upon the earth.

Psalm 77:14
You are the God who works wonders; You display Your strength among the peoples.

Psalm 105:5
Remember the wonders He has done, His marvels, and the judgments He has pronounced,

Psalm 106:22
wondrous works in the land of Ham, and awesome deeds by the Red Sea.

Psalm 145:5
the glorious splendor of Your majesty. And I will meditate on Your wondrous works.

Deuteronomy 10:21
He is your praise and He is your God, who has done for you these great and awesome wonders that your eyes have seen.

Nehemiah 9:10
You performed signs and wonders against Pharaoh, all his officials, and all the people of his land, for You knew they had acted with arrogance against our fathers. You made a name for Yourself that endures to this day.

Acts 7:36
He led them out and performed wonders and signs in the land of Egypt, at the Red Sea, and for forty years in the wilderness.

Romans 11:33
O, the depth of the riches of the wisdom and knowledge of God! How unsearchable are His judgments, and untraceable His ways!

Hebrews 11:29
By faith the people passed through the Red Sea as on dry land; but when the Egyptians tried to follow, they were drowned.

Revelation 15:3
and they sang the song of God’s servant Moses and of the Lamb: “Great and wonderful are Your works, O Lord God Almighty! Just and true are Your ways, O King of the nations!

John 14:11
Believe Me that I am in the Father and the Father is in Me—or at least believe on account of the works themselves.


Treasury of Scripture

Come and see the works of God: he is terrible in his doing toward the children of men.

Come

Psalm 66:16
Come and hear, all ye that fear God, and I will declare what he hath done for my soul.

Psalm 46:8
Come, behold the works of the LORD, what desolations he hath made in the earth.

Psalm 111:2
The works of the LORD are great, sought out of all them that have pleasure therein.

terrible

Psalm 66:3
Say unto God, How terrible art thou in thy works! through the greatness of thy power shall thine enemies submit themselves unto thee.

Psalm 99:3
Let them praise thy great and terrible name; for it is holy.

Ezekiel 1:18
As for their rings, they were so high that they were dreadful; and their rings were full of eyes round about them four.

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Psalm 66
1. David exhorts to praise God
5. observe his great works
8. to bless him for his gracious benefits
12. He vows for himself reverent service to God
16. He declares God's special goodness to himself














Come and see
This phrase is an invitation, a call to witness and experience the works of God firsthand. In the Hebrew, the word for "come" is "לְכוּ" (lechu), which is an imperative form, urging the listener to take action. This reflects the psalmist's desire for others to actively engage with the divine. The word "see" is "רְאוּ" (reu), which implies not just a physical sight but a deeper understanding and perception. This invitation is reminiscent of other biblical calls to witness God's power, such as in John 1:39, where Jesus invites His disciples to "come and see" where He dwells, indicating a personal encounter with the divine.

the works of God
The "works of God" refers to the mighty acts and deeds performed by the Lord throughout history. In Hebrew, "מִפְעֲלוֹת אֱלֹהִים" (mif'alot Elohim) encompasses both creation and acts of deliverance. This phrase invites reflection on the entirety of God's actions, from the creation of the world to the deliverance of Israel from Egypt. It is a call to recognize God's sovereignty and power, as seen in the parting of the Red Sea and the provision in the wilderness. The works of God are not just historical events but ongoing manifestations of His presence and power in the world.

how awesome
The Hebrew word "נוֹרָא" (nora) is used here, which conveys a sense of awe and reverence. It is often translated as "fearful" or "terrible" in older versions, but in this context, it highlights the majesty and overwhelming nature of God's deeds. This word is used throughout the Psalms to describe God's power and holiness, emphasizing that His works inspire a profound respect and wonder. The use of "awesome" here is meant to evoke a sense of worship and admiration for the divine.

are His deeds
The deeds of God, "עֲלִילוֹתָיו" (alilotav), refer to His actions and interventions in the world. This encompasses both miraculous events and the everyday workings of His providence. The psalmist is drawing attention to the fact that God's deeds are not only powerful but also purposeful, reflecting His character and will. These deeds serve as a testament to His faithfulness and love for His people, encouraging believers to trust in His ongoing involvement in their lives.

toward the sons of men
This phrase, "לִבְנֵי אָדָם" (livnei adam), indicates that God's works are directed towards humanity. It underscores the personal nature of God's actions, showing that He is not a distant deity but one who is intimately involved with His creation. The "sons of men" refers to all of humanity, highlighting the universal scope of God's care and concern. This phrase reassures believers that God's mighty works are not just historical events but are relevant and accessible to all people, inviting them to experience His love and power in their own lives.

Verse 5. - Come and see the works of God. Contemplate, i.e., the terrible "works of God," spoken of in ver. 3. See how, to save his people, he has to smite their enemies. Truly, on such occasions, he is terrible in his doing toward the children of men (compare the next verse for an example).

Parallel Commentaries ...


Hebrew
Come
לְכ֣וּ (lə·ḵū)
Verb - Qal - Imperative - masculine plural
Strong's 1980: To go, come, walk

and see
וּ֭רְאוּ (ū·rə·’ū)
Conjunctive waw | Verb - Qal - Imperative - masculine plural
Strong's 7200: To see

the works
מִפְעֲל֣וֹת (mip̄·‘ă·lō·wṯ)
Noun - feminine plural construct
Strong's 4659: A work, something made

of God;
אֱלֹהִ֑ים (’ĕ·lō·hîm)
Noun - masculine plural
Strong's 430: gods -- the supreme God, magistrates, a superlative

how awesome
נוֹרָ֥א (nō·w·rā)
Verb - Nifal - Participle - masculine singular construct
Strong's 3372: To fear, to revere, caus, to frighten

are His deeds
עֲ֝לִילָ֗ה (‘ă·lî·lāh)
Noun - feminine singular
Strong's 5949: An exploit, a performance, an opportunity

toward
עַל־ (‘al-)
Preposition
Strong's 5921: Above, over, upon, against

mankind.
אָדָֽם׃ (’ā·ḏām)
Noun - masculine singular
Strong's 120: Ruddy, a human being


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