Psalm 7:17
New International Version
I will give thanks to the LORD because of his righteousness; I will sing the praises of the name of the LORD Most High.

New Living Translation
I will thank the LORD because he is just; I will sing praise to the name of the LORD Most High.

English Standard Version
I will give to the LORD the thanks due to his righteousness, and I will sing praise to the name of the LORD, the Most High.

Berean Standard Bible
I will thank the LORD for His righteousness and sing praise to the name of the LORD Most High.

King James Bible
I will praise the LORD according to his righteousness: and will sing praise to the name of the LORD most high.

New King James Version
I will praise the LORD according to His righteousness, And will sing praise to the name of the LORD Most High.

New American Standard Bible
I will give thanks to the LORD according to His righteousness And will sing praise to the name of the LORD Most High.

NASB 1995
I will give thanks to the LORD according to His righteousness And will sing praise to the name of the LORD Most High.

NASB 1977
I will give thanks to the LORD according to His righteousness, And will sing praise to the name of the LORD Most High.

Legacy Standard Bible
I will give thanks to Yahweh according to His righteousness And will sing praise to the name of Yahweh Most High.

Amplified Bible
I will give thanks to the LORD according to His righteousness and justice, And I will sing praise to the name of the LORD Most High.

Christian Standard Bible
I will thank the LORD for his righteousness; I will sing about the name of the LORD Most High.

Holman Christian Standard Bible
I will thank the LORD for His righteousness; I will sing about the name of Yahweh the Most High.

American Standard Version
I will give thanks unto Jehovah according to his righteousness, And will sing praise to the name of Jehovah Most High.

Contemporary English Version
I will praise you, LORD! You always do right. I will sing about you, the LORD Most High.

English Revised Version
I will give thanks unto the LORD according to his righteousness: and will sing praise to the name of the LORD Most High.

GOD'S WORD® Translation
I will give thanks to the LORD for his righteousness. I will make music to praise the name of the LORD Most High.

Good News Translation
I thank the LORD for his justice; I sing praises to the LORD, the Most High.

International Standard Version
But as for me, I will praise the LORD for his righteousness, and I will sing to the name of the LORD Most High.

Majority Standard Bible
I will thank the LORD for His righteousness and sing praise to the name of the LORD Most High.

NET Bible
I will thank the LORD for his justice; I will sing praises to the sovereign LORD!

New Heart English Bible
I will give thanks to the LORD according to his righteousness, and will sing praise to the name of the LORD Most High.

Webster's Bible Translation
I will praise the LORD according to his righteousness: and will sing praise to the name of the LORD most high.

World English Bible
I will give thanks to Yahweh according to his righteousness, and will sing praise to the name of Yahweh Most High.
Literal Translations
Literal Standard Version
I thank YHWH, "" According to His righteousness, "" And I praise the Name of YHWH Most High!

Young's Literal Translation
I thank Jehovah, According to His righteousness, And praise the name of Jehovah Most High!

Smith's Literal Translation
I will confess to Jehovah according to his justice: and I will play on the harp to the name of Jehovah most high.
Catholic Translations
Douay-Rheims Bible
I will give glory to the Lord according to his justice: and will sing to the name of the Lord the most high.

Catholic Public Domain Version
I will confess to the Lord according to his justice, and I will sing a psalm to the name of the Lord Most High.

New American Bible
I will thank the LORD in accordance with his justice; I will sing the name of the LORD Most High.

New Revised Standard Version
I will give to the LORD the thanks due to his righteousness, and sing praise to the name of the LORD, the Most High.
Translations from Aramaic
Lamsa Bible
I will praise the LORD according to my righteousness; and I will sing praise to the name of the LORD most high.

Peshitta Holy Bible Translated
I shall confess LORD JEHOVAH according to my righteousness, and I shall sing praise to The Name of LORD JEHOVAH The Most High.
OT Translations
JPS Tanakh 1917
I will give thanks unto the LORD according to His righteousness; And will sing praise to the name of the LORD Most High.

Brenton Septuagint Translation
I will give thanks to the Lord according to his righteousness; I will sing to the name of the Lord most high.

Additional Translations ...
Audio Bible



Context
I Take Refuge in You
16His trouble recoils on himself, and his violence falls on his own head. 17I will thank the LORD for His righteousness and sing praise to the name of the LORD Most High.

Cross References
Psalm 9:1-2
For the choirmaster. To the tune of “The Death of the Son.” A Psalm of David. I will give thanks to the LORD with all my heart; I will recount all Your wonders. / I will be glad and rejoice in You; I will sing praise to Your name, O Most High.

Psalm 28:7
The LORD is my strength and my shield; my heart trusts in Him, and I am helped. Therefore my heart rejoices, and I give thanks to Him with my song.

Psalm 30:12
that my heart may sing Your praises and not be silent. O LORD my God, I will give thanks forever.

Psalm 35:18
Then I will give You thanks in the great assembly; I will praise You among many people.

Psalm 57:9
I will praise You, O Lord, among the nations; I will sing Your praises among the peoples.

Psalm 69:30
I will praise God’s name in song and exalt Him with thanksgiving.

Psalm 92:1
A Psalm. A song for the Sabbath day. It is good to praise the LORD, and to sing praises to Your name, O Most High,

Psalm 100:4
Enter His gates with thanksgiving and His courts with praise; give thanks to Him and bless His name.

Psalm 107:8
Let them give thanks to the LORD for His loving devotion and His wonders to the sons of men.

Psalm 111:1
Hallelujah! I will give thanks to the LORD with all my heart in the council of the upright and in the assembly.

Psalm 138:1
Of David. I give You thanks with all my heart; before the gods I sing Your praises.

Isaiah 12:4
and on that day you will say: “Give praise to the LORD; proclaim His name! Make His works known among the peoples; declare that His name is exalted.

Isaiah 25:1
O LORD, You are my God! I will exalt You; I will praise Your name. For You have worked wonders—plans formed long ago—in perfect faithfulness.

Daniel 2:23
To You, O God of my fathers, I give thanks and praise, because You have given me wisdom and power. And now You have made known to me what we have requested, for You have made known to us the dream of the king.”

Luke 17:15-16
When one of them saw that he was healed, he came back, praising God in a loud voice. / He fell facedown at Jesus’ feet in thanksgiving to Him—and he was a Samaritan.


Treasury of Scripture

I will praise the LORD according to his righteousness: and will sing praise to the name of the LORD most high.

according

Psalm 35:28
And my tongue shall speak of thy righteousness and of thy praise all the day long.

Psalm 51:14
Deliver me from bloodguiltiness, O God, thou God of my salvation: and my tongue shall sing aloud of thy righteousness.

Psalm 71:15,16
My mouth shall shew forth thy righteousness and thy salvation all the day; for I know not the numbers thereof

most

Psalm 9:2
I will be glad and rejoice in thee: I will sing praise to thy name, O thou most High.

Psalm 92:1,8
A Psalm or Song for the sabbath day. It is a good thing to give thanks unto the LORD, and to sing praises unto thy name, O most High: …

Daniel 4:17,25,34
This matter is by the decree of the watchers, and the demand by the word of the holy ones: to the intent that the living may know that the most High ruleth in the kingdom of men, and giveth it to whomsoever he will, and setteth up over it the basest of men…

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I will thank
The phrase "I will thank" indicates a personal and intentional act of gratitude. In the Hebrew text, the word used here is "yadah," which means to give thanks, praise, or confess. This word is often associated with the act of throwing or casting, suggesting a deliberate and active expression of gratitude. In the context of ancient Israel, thanksgiving was not merely a private sentiment but a public declaration of God's goodness and faithfulness. The psalmist's commitment to thank God reflects a heart posture of humility and recognition of God's sovereignty and benevolence.

the LORD
"The LORD" is the English translation of the Hebrew name "Yahweh," the personal and covenantal name of God revealed to Moses at the burning bush (Exodus 3:14). This name signifies God's eternal existence, faithfulness, and unchanging nature. In the context of the Psalms, invoking the name of Yahweh is a reminder of God's intimate relationship with His people and His role as their protector and deliverer. The psalmist's use of "the LORD" underscores a deep trust in God's character and His promises.

for His righteousness
The phrase "for His righteousness" highlights the reason for the psalmist's thanksgiving. "Righteousness" in Hebrew is "tsedaqah," which refers to God's moral perfection, justice, and faithfulness to His covenant. It is a central attribute of God's character, reflecting His commitment to uphold justice and truth. In the biblical narrative, God's righteousness is often demonstrated through His saving acts and His faithfulness to His people. The psalmist's gratitude is rooted in the recognition of God's righteous deeds and His unwavering commitment to justice.

and I will sing praise
The act of singing praise is a common expression of worship in the Psalms. The Hebrew word "zamar" means to make music or sing, often accompanied by musical instruments. This phrase indicates a joyful and exuberant response to God's goodness. In ancient Israel, singing was a communal activity that united the people in worship and celebration of God's mighty works. The psalmist's intention to sing praise reflects a heart overflowing with joy and reverence for God.

to the name of the LORD Most High
The phrase "to the name of the LORD Most High" emphasizes the exaltation of God's name. "Most High" is translated from the Hebrew "Elyon," a title that denotes God's supreme authority and majesty over all creation. This title is often used in the Psalms to acknowledge God's sovereignty and His position above all earthly and heavenly powers. By praising the "name of the LORD Most High," the psalmist acknowledges God's unparalleled greatness and His rightful place as the ruler of the universe. This expression of worship is both a declaration of God's supremacy and an invitation for others to recognize and honor His divine authority.

Verse 17. - I will praise the Lord according to his righteousness. Another abrupt transition - a song of thankfulness to Jehovah for giving the deliverance which the psalmist foresees, and considers as good as accomplished. And will sing praise to the Name of the Lord most high (comp. Psalm 8:1, 9, "How excellent is thy Name in all the earth!"). God is identified with his Name very commonly in Scripture, or, perhaps we should say, the Name of God is used as a periphrasis for God himself. Where God puts his special presence, he is said to "put his Name" (Deuteronomy 12:5, 21: 1 Kings 14:21; 2 Chronicles 12:13). His Name is "holy and reverend" (Psalm 111:19); "incense is offered unto it" (Malachi 1:11); it is "magnified for ever" (1 Chronicles 17:24); for it the temple is built (1 Kings 8:44); through it the godly "tread down their enemies" (Psalm 44:5); the "desire of men's souls is to it" (Isaiah 26:8). (See also Psalm 92:1; Psalm 96:8; Psalm 99:3; Psalm 103:1; Psalm 105:1; Psalm 113:1; Psalm 115:1; Psalm 119:55; Psalm 145:1, 2, 21; Psalm 148:13; Psalm 149:3.)



Parallel Commentaries ...


Hebrew
I will thank
אוֹדֶ֣ה (’ō·w·ḏeh)
Verb - Hifil - Imperfect Cohortative if contextual - first person common singular
Strong's 3034: To throw, at, away, to revere, worship, to bemoan

the LORD
יְהוָ֣ה (Yah·weh)
Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 3068: LORD -- the proper name of the God of Israel

for His righteousness
כְּצִדְק֑וֹ (kə·ṣiḏ·qōw)
Preposition-k | Noun - masculine singular construct | third person masculine singular
Strong's 6664: The right, equity, prosperity

and sing praise
וַ֝אֲזַמְּרָ֗ה (wa·’ă·zam·mə·rāh)
Conjunctive waw | Verb - Piel - Conjunctive imperfect Cohortative - first person common singular
Strong's 2167: Play, to make music, celebrate in song and music

to the name
שֵֽׁם־ (šêm-)
Noun - masculine singular construct
Strong's 8034: A name

of the LORD
יְהוָ֥ה (Yah·weh)
Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 3068: LORD -- the proper name of the God of Israel

Most High.
עֶלְיֽוֹן׃ (‘el·yō·wn)
Adjective - masculine singular
Strong's 5945: An elevation, lofty, as title, the Supreme


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