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We will rejoice and be glad in it.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/esv/psalms/118.htm">English Standard Version</a></span><br />This is the day that the LORD has made; let us rejoice and be glad in it.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/bsb/psalms/118.htm">Berean Standard Bible</a></span><br />This is the day that the LORD has made; we will rejoice and be glad in it.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/kjv/psalms/118.htm">King James Bible</a></span><br />This <i>is</i> the day <i>which</i> the LORD hath made; we will rejoice and be glad in it.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nkjv/psalms/118.htm">New King James Version</a></span><br />This <i>is</i> the day the LORD has made; We will rejoice and be glad in it.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb_/psalms/118.htm">New American Standard Bible</a></span><br />This is the day which the LORD has made; Let’s rejoice and be glad in it.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb/psalms/118.htm">NASB 1995</a></span><br />This is the day which the LORD has made; Let us rejoice and be glad in it.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb77/psalms/118.htm">NASB 1977 </a></span><br />This is the day which the LORD has made; Let us rejoice and be glad in it.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lsb/psalms/118.htm">Legacy Standard Bible </a></span><br />This is the day which Yahweh has made; Let us rejoice and be glad in it.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/amp/psalms/118.htm">Amplified Bible</a></span><br />This [day in which God has saved me] is the day which the LORD has made; Let us rejoice and be glad in it.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/csb/psalms/118.htm">Christian Standard Bible</a></span><br />This is the day the LORD has made; let’s rejoice and be glad in it.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/hcsb/psalms/118.htm">Holman Christian Standard Bible</a></span><br />This is the day the LORD has made; let us rejoice and be glad in it. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/asv/psalms/118.htm">American Standard Version</a></span><br />This is the day which Jehovah hath made; We will rejoice and be glad in it.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/cev/psalms/118.htm">Contemporary English Version</a></span><br />This day belongs to the LORD! Let's celebrate and be glad today. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/erv/psalms/118.htm">English Revised Version</a></span><br />This is the day which the LORD hath made; we will rejoice and be glad in it.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/gwt/psalms/118.htm">GOD'S WORD® Translation</a></span><br />This is the day the LORD has made. Let's rejoice and be glad today!<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/gnt/psalms/118.htm">Good News Translation</a></span><br />This is the day of the LORD's victory; let us be happy, let us celebrate! <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/isv/psalms/118.htm">International Standard Version</a></span><br />This is the day that the LORD has made; let's rejoice and be glad in it.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/msb/psalms/118.htm">Majority Standard Bible</a></span><br />This is the day that the LORD has made; we will rejoice and be glad in it.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/net/psalms/118.htm">NET Bible</a></span><br />This is the day the LORD has brought about. We will be happy and rejoice in it. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nheb/psalms/118.htm">New Heart English Bible</a></span><br />This is the day that the LORD has made. We will rejoice and be glad in it.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/wbt/psalms/118.htm">Webster's Bible Translation</a></span><br />This is the day which the LORD hath made; we will rejoice and be glad in it.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/web/psalms/118.htm">World English Bible</a></span><br />This is the day that Yahweh has made. We will rejoice and be glad in it! <div class="vheading2"><b>Literal Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lsv/psalms/118.htm">Literal Standard Version</a></span><br />This [is] the day YHWH has made, "" We rejoice and are glad in it.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/ylt/psalms/118.htm">Young's Literal Translation</a></span><br /> This is the day Jehovah hath made, We rejoice and are glad in it.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/slt/psalms/118.htm">Smith's Literal Translation</a></span><br />This the day Jehovah made, we will rejoice and be glad in it.<div class="vheading2"><b>Catholic Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/drb/psalms/118.htm">Douay-Rheims Bible</a></span><br />This is the day which the Lord hath made: let us be glad and rejoice therein. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/cpdv/psalms/118.htm">Catholic Public Domain Version</a></span><br /><V 117:24>This is the day that the Lord has made. Let us exult and rejoice in it.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nabre/psalms/118.htm">New American Bible</a></span><br />This is the day the LORD has made; let us rejoice in it and be glad. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nrsvce/psalms/118.htm">New Revised Standard Version</a></span><br />This is the day that the LORD has made; let us rejoice and be glad in it.<div class="vheading2"><b>Translations from Aramaic</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lamsa/psalms/118.htm">Lamsa Bible</a></span><br />This is the day which the LORD has made; we will rejoice and be glad in it.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/hpbt/psalms/118.htm">Peshitta Holy Bible Translated</a></span><br />This is the day that LORD JEHOVAH has made; come, we will leap for joy and rejoice in him!<div class="vheading2"><b>OT Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/jps/psalms/118.htm">JPS Tanakh 1917</a></span><br />This is the day which the LORD hath made; We will rejoice and be glad in it.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/sep/psalms/118.htm">Brenton Septuagint Translation</a></span><br />This is the day which the Lord has made: let us exult and rejoice in it.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/parallel/psalms/118-24.htm">Additional Translations ...</a></span></div></div></div><div id="centbox"><div class="padcent"><a name="audio" id="audio"></a><div class="vheadingv"><b>Audio Bible</b></div><iframe width="100%" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/nFaD2oDhKPc?start=14914" title="YouTube video player" frameborder="0" allow="accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share" allowfullscreen></iframe><span class="p"><br /><br /><br /></span><div class="vheadingv"><b>Context</b></div><span class="hdg"><a href="/bsb/psalms/118.htm">Give Thanks to the LORD, for He is Good</a></span><br>…<span class="reftext">23</span>This is from the LORD, and it is marvelous in our eyes. <span class="reftext">24</span><span class="highl"><a href="/hebrew/2088.htm" title="2088: zeh- (Pro-ms) -- This, here. A primitive word; the masculine demonstrative pronoun, this or that.">This</a> <a href="/hebrew/3117.htm" title="3117: hay·yō·wm (Art:: N-ms) -- Day. From an unused root meaning to be hot; a day, whether literal, or figurative.">is the day</a> <a href="/hebrew/3068.htm" title="3068: Yah·weh (N-proper-ms) -- The proper name of the God of Israel. From hayah; self-Existent or Eternal; Jehovah, Jewish national name of God.">that the LORD</a> <a href="/hebrew/6213.htm" title="6213: ‘ā·śāh (V-Qal-Perf-3ms) -- To do, make. A primitive root; to do or make, in the broadest sense and widest application.">has made;</a> <a href="/hebrew/1523.htm" title="1523: nā·ḡî·lāh (V-Qal-Imperf.Cohort-1cp) -- To rejoice. Or guwl; a primitive root; properly, to spin round, i.e. Usually rejoice, or fear.">we will rejoice</a> <a href="/hebrew/8055.htm" title="8055: wə·niś·mə·ḥāh (Conj-w:: V-Qal-ConjImperf.Cohort-1cp) -- Rejoice, be glad. A primitive root; probably to brighten up, i.e. be blithe or gleesome.">and be glad</a> <a href="/hebrew/ḇōw (Prep:: 3ms) -- ">in it.</a> </span><span class="reftext">25</span>O LORD, save us, we pray. We beseech You, O LORD, cause us to prosper!…<div class="cred"><a href="//berean.bible">Berean Standard Bible</a> · <a href="//berean.bible/downloads.htm">Download</a></div><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a name="crossref" id="crossref"></a><div class="vheading">Cross References</div><div id="crf"><span class="crossverse"><a href="/nehemiah/8-10.htm">Nehemiah 8:10</a></span><br />Then Nehemiah told them, “Go and eat what is rich, drink what is sweet, and send out portions to those who have nothing prepared, since today is holy to our Lord. Do not grieve, for the joy of the LORD is your strength.”<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/philippians/4-4.htm">Philippians 4:4</a></span><br />Rejoice in the Lord always. I will say it again: Rejoice!<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/isaiah/25-9.htm">Isaiah 25:9</a></span><br />And in that day it will be said, “Surely this is our God; we have waited for Him, and He has saved us. This is the LORD for whom we have waited. Let us rejoice and be glad in His salvation.”<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/1_thessalonians/5-16.htm">1 Thessalonians 5:16-18</a></span><br />Rejoice at all times. / Pray without ceasing. / Give thanks in every circumstance, for this is God’s will for you in Christ Jesus.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/psalms/16-11.htm">Psalm 16:11</a></span><br />You have made known to me the path of life; You will fill me with joy in Your presence, with eternal pleasures at Your right hand.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/romans/12-12.htm">Romans 12:12</a></span><br />Be joyful in hope, patient in affliction, persistent in prayer.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/psalms/30-5.htm">Psalm 30:5</a></span><br />For His anger is fleeting, but His favor lasts a lifetime. Weeping may stay the night, but joy comes in the morning.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/john/16-22.htm">John 16:22</a></span><br />So also you have sorrow now, but I will see you again and your hearts will rejoice, and no one will take away your joy.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/psalms/126-3.htm">Psalm 126:3</a></span><br />The LORD has done great things for us; we are filled with joy.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/james/5-13.htm">James 5:13</a></span><br />Is any one of you suffering? He should pray. Is anyone cheerful? He should sing praises.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/psalms/95-1.htm">Psalm 95:1-2</a></span><br />Come, let us sing for joy to the LORD; let us shout to the Rock of our salvation! / Let us enter His presence with thanksgiving; let us make a joyful noise to Him in song.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/1_peter/1-8.htm">1 Peter 1:8</a></span><br />Though you have not seen Him, you love Him; and though you do not see Him now, you believe in Him and rejoice with an inexpressible and glorious joy,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/psalms/149-2.htm">Psalm 149:2</a></span><br />Let Israel rejoice in their Maker; let the children of Zion rejoice in their King.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/luke/1-47.htm">Luke 1:47</a></span><br />and my spirit rejoices in God my Savior!<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/psalms/32-11.htm">Psalm 32:11</a></span><br />Be glad in the LORD and rejoice, O righteous ones; shout for joy, all you upright in heart.</div><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a name="tsk" id="tsk"><div class="vheading">Treasury of Scripture</div><p class="tsk2">This is the day which the LORD has made; we will rejoice and be glad in it.</p><p class="hdg">the day</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/zechariah/3-9.htm">Zechariah 3:9</a></b></br> For behold the stone that I have laid before Joshua; upon one stone <i>shall be</i> seven eyes: behold, I will engrave the graving thereof, saith the LORD of hosts, and I will remove the iniquity of that land in one day.</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/matthew/28-1.htm">Matthew 28:1-8</a></b></br> In the end of the sabbath, as it began to dawn toward the first <i>day</i> of the week, came Mary Magdalene and the other Mary to see the sepulchre… </p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/john/20-19.htm">John 20:19,20</a></b></br> Then the same day at evening, being the first <i>day</i> of the week, when the doors were shut where the disciples were assembled for fear of the Jews, came Jesus and stood in the midst, and saith unto them, Peace <i>be</i> unto you… </p><p class="hdg">we will</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/psalms/84-10.htm">Psalm 84:10</a></b></br> For a day in thy courts <i>is</i> better than a thousand. I had rather be a doorkeeper in the house of my God, than to dwell in the tents of wickedness.</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/1_kings/8-66.htm">1 Kings 8:66</a></b></br> On the eighth day he sent the people away: and they blessed the king, and went unto their tents joyful and glad of heart for all the goodness that the LORD had done for David his servant, and for Israel his people.</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/2_chronicles/20-26.htm">2 Chronicles 20:26-28</a></b></br> And on the fourth day they assembled themselves in the valley of Berachah; for there they blessed the LORD: therefore the name of the same place was called, The valley of Berachah, unto this day… </p><div class="vheading">Jump to Previous</div><a href="/psalms/112-1.htm">Delight</a> <a href="/psalms/116-5.htm">Full</a> <a href="/psalms/118-15.htm">Glad</a> <a href="/psalms/118-15.htm">Joy</a> <a href="/psalms/109-28.htm">Rejoice</a><div class="vheading2">Jump to Next</div><a href="/psalms/119-14.htm">Delight</a> <a href="/psalms/119-64.htm">Full</a> <a href="/psalms/119-74.htm">Glad</a> <a href="/psalms/119-111.htm">Joy</a> <a href="/psalms/119-14.htm">Rejoice</a><div class="vheading2">Psalm 118</div><span class="reftext">1. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/psalms/118-1.htm">An exhortation to praise God for his mercy</a></span><br><span class="reftext">5. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/psalms/118-5.htm">The psalmist by his experience shows how good it is to trust in God</a></span><br><span class="reftext">19. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/psalms/118-19.htm">Under the type of the psalmist the coming of Christ in his kingdom is expressed</a></span><br></div></div><div id="mdd"><div align="center"><div class="bot2"><table align="center" width="100%"><tr><td><div align="center"> <script id="3d27ed63fc4348d5b062c4527ae09445"> (new Image()).src = 'https://capi.connatix.com/tr/si?token=51ce25d5-1a8c-424a-8695-4bd48c750f35&cid=3a9f82d0-4344-4f8d-ac0c-e1a0eb43a405'; </script> <script id="b817b7107f1d4a7997da1b3c33457e03"> (new Image()).src = 'https://capi.connatix.com/tr/si?token=cb0edd8b-b416-47eb-8c6d-3cc96561f7e8&cid=3a9f82d0-4344-4f8d-ac0c-e1a0eb43a405'; </script><br /><br />  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-2'> </div><br /><br />  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-0' style='max-width: 300px;'> </div><br /><br />  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-3'> </div><br /><br />  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-1' style='max-width: 300px;'> </div><br /><br />  <div align="center" id='div-gpt-ad-1531425649696-0'> </div><br /><br /> <ins class="adsbygoogle" style="display:inline-block;width:200px;height:200px" data-ad-client="ca-pub-3753401421161123" data-ad-slot="3592799687"></ins> <script> (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); </script> <br /><br /> </div> </td></tr></table></div></div></div><div id="combox"><div class="padcom"><a name="study" id="study"></a><div class="vheading"><table width="100%"><tr><td width="99%" valign="top"><a href="/study/psalms/118.htm">Study Bible</a></td><td width="1%" valign="top"><a href="/study/psalms/" title="Book Summary and Study">Book ◦</a> <a href="/study/chapters/psalms/118.htm" title="Chapter summary and Study">Chapter </a></tr></table></div><b>This is the day that the LORD has made;</b><br>This phrase emphasizes God's sovereignty and creative power. The "day" can be understood as any day, highlighting the belief that each day is a gift from God. In a broader context, it may refer to a specific day of deliverance or victory, possibly linked to the return from exile or a significant event in Israel's history. Theologically, it underscores the idea that God is the author of time and history. This phrase can also be seen as a foreshadowing of the coming of Christ, the ultimate "day" of salvation and redemption for humanity.<p><b>we will rejoice</b><br>Rejoicing is a common theme in the Psalms, often associated with worship and gratitude towards God. This call to rejoice is not merely an emotional response but a deliberate act of the will, reflecting a deep trust in God's goodness and faithfulness. In the context of ancient Israel, rejoicing would often be expressed through communal worship, singing, and celebration. This phrase connects to other scriptures that encourage joy in the Lord, such as <a href="/philippians/4-4.htm">Philippians 4:4</a>, which calls believers to "rejoice in the Lord always."<p><b>and be glad in it.</b><br>Gladness here is closely linked to the joy found in God's presence and works. It suggests a state of contentment and peace that comes from recognizing God's hand in one's life. In the cultural context of the Israelites, gladness was often expressed through feasts and festivals, which were times of communal celebration and remembrance of God's deeds. This phrase can also be seen as a type of the joy and gladness found in Christ, who brings ultimate fulfillment and peace to believers. The call to be glad is a reminder of the hope and assurance found in God's promises, as seen in scriptures like <a href="/nehemiah/8-10.htm">Nehemiah 8:10</a>, which states, "The joy of the LORD is your strength."<div class="vheading2">Persons / Places / Events</div>1. <b><a href="/topical/t/the_lord.htm">The LORD (Yahweh)</a></b><br>The covenant name of God, emphasizing His eternal presence and faithfulness to His people.<br><br>2. <b><a href="/topical/t/the_psalmist.htm">The Psalmist</a></b><br>Traditionally attributed to King David, though the specific author is not definitively known. The psalmist expresses a communal call to worship and gratitude.<br><br>3. <b><a href="/topical/i/israel.htm">Israel</a></b><br>The nation of God's chosen people, often the primary audience and context for the Psalms.<br><br>4. <b><a href="/topical/t/the_day.htm">The Day</a></b><br>Represents both a literal day and a symbolic time of divine intervention or blessing.<br><br>5. <b><a href="/topical/t/the_temple.htm">The Temple</a></b><br>While not directly mentioned in this verse, the context of <a href="/bsb/psalms/118.htm">Psalm 118</a> suggests a setting of worship, possibly linked to temple rituals or festivals.<div class="vheading2">Teaching Points</div><b><a href="/topical/r/recognizing_god's_sovereignty.htm">Recognizing God's Sovereignty</a></b><br>Acknowledge that each day is a gift from God, crafted by His hands. This recognition should lead us to trust in His plans and purposes.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/c/choosing_joy.htm">Choosing Joy</a></b><br>Rejoicing is a deliberate choice. Despite circumstances, we are called to find joy in the Lord and His provision for us each day.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/l/living_in_the_present.htm">Living in the Present</a></b><br>Focus on the opportunities and blessings of today rather than being consumed by past regrets or future anxieties.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/g/gratitude_as_worship.htm">Gratitude as Worship</a></b><br>Expressing gratitude for each day is an act of worship. It aligns our hearts with God's goodness and faithfulness.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/c/community_rejoicing.htm">Community Rejoicing</a></b><br>The call to rejoice is communal. Encourage others in your faith community to join in celebrating God's daily mercies.<div class="vheading2">Lists and Questions</div><a href="/top10/lessons_from_psalm_118.htm">Top 10 Lessons from Psalm 118</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/what_does_''this_is_the_day''_mean.htm">What does "This is the day the Lord made" mean?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/what_is_the_meaning_of_hebrews_13_5.htm">What does 'This is the day the Lord made' mean?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/how_do_morning_and_evening_prayers_differ.htm">How do Morning and Evening Prayers differ?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/origin_of_friday_the_13th_superstition.htm">What is the origin of Friday the 13th superstition?</a><a name="commentary" id="commentary"></a><div class="vheading2"><a href="/commentaries/ellicott/psalms/118.htm">Ellicott's Commentary for English Readers</a></div>(24) <span class= "bld">This is the day.</span>--Either the festival for which the psalm was composed (Feast of Tabernacles?) or more generally the day of triumph won by Jehovah, as in preceding verse.<p><div class="vheading2"><a href="/commentaries/pulpit/psalms/118.htm">Pulpit Commentary</a></div><span class="cmt_sub_title">Verse 24.</span> - <span class="cmt_word">This is the day which the Lord hath made</span>. The thanksgiving day is one which has been fore-ordained of God, and brought into existence by him for a special purpose. <span class="cmt_word">We will</span> therefore carry out God's purpose, and <span class="cmt_word">rejoice and be glad in it.</span> <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/commentaries/psalms/118-24.htm">Parallel Commentaries ...</a></span><span class="p"><br /><br /><br /></span><a name="lexicon" id="lexicon"></a><div class="vheading">Hebrew</div><span class="word">This</span><br /><span class="heb">זֶה־</span> <span class="translit">(zeh-)</span><br /><span class="parse">Pronoun - masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_2088.htm">Strong's 2088: </a> </span><span class="str2">This, that</span><br /><br /><span class="word">is the day</span><br /><span class="heb">הַ֭יּוֹם</span> <span class="translit">(hay·yō·wm)</span><br /><span class="parse">Article | Noun - masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_3117.htm">Strong's 3117: </a> </span><span class="str2">A day</span><br /><br /><span class="word">[that] the LORD</span><br /><span class="heb">יְהוָ֑ה</span> <span class="translit">(Yah·weh)</span><br /><span class="parse">Noun - proper - masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_3068.htm">Strong's 3068: </a> </span><span class="str2">LORD -- the proper name of the God of Israel</span><br /><br /><span class="word">has made;</span><br /><span class="heb">עָשָׂ֣ה</span> <span class="translit">(‘ā·śāh)</span><br /><span class="parse">Verb - Qal - Perfect - third person masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_6213.htm">Strong's 6213: </a> </span><span class="str2">To do, make</span><br /><br /><span class="word">we will rejoice</span><br /><span class="heb">נָגִ֖ילָה</span> <span class="translit">(nā·ḡî·lāh)</span><br /><span class="parse">Verb - Qal - Imperfect Cohortative - first person common plural<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_1523.htm">Strong's 1523: </a> </span><span class="str2">To spin round, rejoice, fear</span><br /><br /><span class="word">and be glad in it.</span><br /><span class="heb">וְנִשְׂמְחָ֣ה</span> <span class="translit">(wə·niś·mə·ḥāh)</span><br /><span class="parse">Conjunctive waw | Verb - Qal - Conjunctive imperfect Cohortative - first person common plural<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_8055.htm">Strong's 8055: </a> </span><span class="str2">To brighten up, be, blithe, gleesome</span><br /><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><div class="vheading">Links</div><a href="/niv/psalms/118-24.htm">Psalm 118:24 NIV</a><br /><a href="/nlt/psalms/118-24.htm">Psalm 118:24 NLT</a><br /><a href="/esv/psalms/118-24.htm">Psalm 118:24 ESV</a><br /><a href="/nasb/psalms/118-24.htm">Psalm 118:24 NASB</a><br /><a href="/kjv/psalms/118-24.htm">Psalm 118:24 KJV</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="//bibleapps.com/psalms/118-24.htm">Psalm 118:24 BibleApps.com</a><br /><a href="//bibliaparalela.com/psalms/118-24.htm">Psalm 118:24 Biblia Paralela</a><br /><a href="//holybible.com.cn/psalms/118-24.htm">Psalm 118:24 Chinese Bible</a><br /><a href="//saintebible.com/psalms/118-24.htm">Psalm 118:24 French Bible</a><br /><a href="/catholic/psalms/118-24.htm">Psalm 118:24 Catholic Bible</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/psalms/118-24.htm">OT Poetry: Psalm 118:24 This is the day that Yahweh has (Psalm Ps Psa.) </a></div></div></td></tr></table></div><div id="left"><a href="/psalms/118-23.htm" onmouseover='lft.src="/leftgif.png"' onmouseout='lft.src="/left.png"' title="Psalm 118:23"><img src="/left.png" name="lft" border="0" alt="Psalm 118:23" /></a></div><div id="right"><a href="/psalms/118-25.htm" onmouseover='rght.src="/rightgif.png"' onmouseout='rght.src="/right.png"' title="Psalm 118:25"><img src="/right.png" name="rght" border="0" alt="Psalm 118:25" /></a></div><div id="botleft"><a href="#" onmouseover='botleft.src="/botleftgif.png"' onmouseout='botleft.src="/botleft.png"' title="Top of Page"><img src="/botleft.png" name="botleft" border="0" alt="Top of Page" /></a></div><div id="botright"><a href="#" onmouseover='botright.src="/botrightgif.png"' onmouseout='botright.src="/botright.png"' title="Top of Page"><img src="/botright.png" name="botright" border="0" alt="Top of Page" /></a></div><div id="bot"><iframe width="100%" height="1500" scrolling="no" src="/botmenubhnew2.htm" frameborder="0"></iframe></div></td></tr></table></div></body></html>