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Sing to the LORD a new song, his praise in the assembly of his faithful people.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nlt/psalms/149.htm">New Living Translation</a></span><br />Praise the LORD! Sing to the LORD a new song. Sing his praises in the assembly of the faithful.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/esv/psalms/149.htm">English Standard Version</a></span><br />Praise the LORD! Sing to the LORD a new song, his praise in the assembly of the godly!<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/bsb/psalms/149.htm">Berean Standard Bible</a></span><br />Hallelujah! Sing to the LORD a new song—His praise in the assembly of the godly.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/kjv/psalms/149.htm">King James Bible</a></span><br />Praise ye the LORD. Sing unto the LORD a new song, <i>and</i> his praise in the congregation of saints.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nkjv/psalms/149.htm">New King James Version</a></span><br />Praise the LORD! Sing to the LORD a new song, <i>And</i> His praise in the assembly of saints.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb_/psalms/149.htm">New American Standard Bible</a></span><br />Praise the LORD! Sing a new song to the LORD, <i>And</i> His praise in the congregation of the godly ones.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb/psalms/149.htm">NASB 1995</a></span><br />Praise the LORD! Sing to the LORD a new song, And His praise in the congregation of the godly ones.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb77/psalms/149.htm">NASB 1977 </a></span><br />Praise the LORD! Sing to the LORD a new song, And His praise in the congregation of the godly ones.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lsb/psalms/149.htm">Legacy Standard Bible </a></span><br />Praise Yah! Sing to Yahweh a new song, His praise in the assembly of the holy ones.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/amp/psalms/149.htm">Amplified Bible</a></span><br />Praise the LORD! Sing to the LORD a new song, And praise Him in the congregation of His godly ones (believers).<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/csb/psalms/149.htm">Christian Standard Bible</a></span><br />Hallelujah! Sing to the LORD a new song, his praise in the assembly of the faithful.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/hcsb/psalms/149.htm">Holman Christian Standard Bible</a></span><br />Hallelujah! Sing to the LORD a new song, His praise in the assembly of the godly. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/asv/psalms/149.htm">American Standard Version</a></span><br />Praise ye Jehovah. Sing unto Jehovah a new song, And his praise in the assembly of the saints.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/cev/psalms/149.htm">Contemporary English Version</a></span><br />Shout praises to the LORD! Sing him a new song of praise when his loyal people meet. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/erv/psalms/149.htm">English Revised Version</a></span><br />Praise ye the LORD. Sing unto the LORD a new song, and his praise in the assembly of the saints.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/gwt/psalms/149.htm">GOD'S WORD® Translation</a></span><br />Hallelujah! Sing a new song to the LORD. Sing his praise in the assembly of godly people.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/gnt/psalms/149.htm">Good News Translation</a></span><br />Praise the LORD! Sing a new song to the LORD; praise him in the assembly of his faithful people! <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/isv/psalms/149.htm">International Standard Version</a></span><br />Hallelujah! Sing a new song to the LORD, praising him where the godly gather together.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/net/psalms/149.htm">NET Bible</a></span><br />Praise the LORD! Sing to the LORD a new song! Praise him in the assembly of the godly! <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nheb/psalms/149.htm">New Heart English Bible</a></span><br />Praise the LORD. Sing to the LORD a new song, his praise in the assembly of the faithful ones.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/wbt/psalms/149.htm">Webster's Bible Translation</a></span><br />Praise ye the LORD. Sing to the LORD a new song, and his praise in the congregation of saints.<div class="vheading2"><b>Majority Text Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/msb/psalms/149.htm">Majority Standard Bible</a></span><br />Hallelujah! Sing to the LORD a new song—His praise in the assembly of the godly.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/web/psalms/149.htm">World English Bible</a></span><br />Praise Yahweh! Sing to Yahweh a new song, his praise in the assembly of the saints. <div class="vheading2"><b>Literal Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lsv/psalms/149.htm">Literal Standard Version</a></span><br />Praise YAH! Sing to YHWH a new song, "" His praise in an assembly of saints.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/ylt/psalms/149.htm">Young's Literal Translation</a></span><br /> Praise ye Jah! Sing ye to Jehovah a new song, His praise in an assembly of saints.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/slt/psalms/149.htm">Smith's Literal Translation</a></span><br />Praise ye Jah. Sing to Jehovah a new song, his praise in the convocation of his godly ones.<div class="vheading2"><b>Catholic Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/drb/psalms/149.htm">Douay-Rheims Bible</a></span><br />Sing ye to the Lord a new canticle: let his praise be in the church of the saints. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/cpdv/psalms/149.htm">Catholic Public Domain Version</a></span><br />Alleluia. Sing to the Lord a new song. His praise is in the Church of the saints.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nabre/psalms/149.htm">New American Bible</a></span><br />Hallelujah! Sing to the LORD a new song, his praise in the assembly of the faithful. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nrsvce/psalms/149.htm">New Revised Standard Version</a></span><br />Praise the LORD! Sing to the LORD a new song, his praise in the assembly of the faithful.<div class="vheading2"><b>Translations from Aramaic</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lamsa/psalms/149.htm">Lamsa Bible</a></span><br />PRAISE the LORD. Sing to the LORD a new song, and his praise in the congregation of saints.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/hpbt/psalms/149.htm">Peshitta Holy Bible Translated</a></span><br />Sing to LORD JEHOVAH a new song, his glory in the congregation of the righteous!<div class="vheading2"><b>OT Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/jps/psalms/149.htm">JPS Tanakh 1917</a></span><br />Hallelujah. Sing unto the LORD a new song, And His praise in the assembly of the saints.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/sep/psalms/149.htm">Brenton Septuagint Translation</a></span><br />Alleluia. Sing to the Lord a new song: his praise is in the assembly of the saints.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/parallel/psalms/149-1.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=18346" 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/149.htm">Sing to the LORD a New Song</a></span><br> <span class="reftext">1</span><span class="highl"><a href="/hebrew/1984.htm" title="1984: hal·lū (V-Piel-Imp-mp) -- To shine.">Hallelujah!</a> <a href="/hebrew/3050.htm" title="3050: yāh (N-proper-ms) -- The name of the God of Israel. Contraction for Yhovah, and meaning the same; Jah, the sacred name."></a> <a href="/hebrew/7891.htm" title="7891: šî·rū (V-Qal-Imp-mp) -- To sing. Or shuwr; a primitive root; to sing.">Sing</a> <a href="/hebrew/3068.htm" title="3068: Yah·weh (Prep-l:: N-proper-ms) -- The proper name of the God of Israel. From hayah; self-Existent or Eternal; Jehovah, Jewish national name of God.">to the LORD</a> <a href="/hebrew/2319.htm" title="2319: ḥā·ḏāš (Adj-ms) -- New. From chadash; new.">a new</a> <a href="/hebrew/7892.htm" title="7892: šîr (N-ms) -- A song, singing. Or feminine shiyrah; from shiyr; a song; abstractly, singing.">song—</a> <a href="/hebrew/8416.htm" title="8416: tə·hil·lā·ṯōw (N-fsc:: 3ms) -- Praise, song of praise. From halal; laudation; specifically a hymn.">His praise</a> <a href="/hebrew/6951.htm" title="6951: biq·hal (Prep-b:: N-msc) -- Assembly, convocation, congregation. From qahal; assemblage.">in the assembly</a> <a href="/hebrew/2623.htm" title="2623: ḥă·sî·ḏîm (N-mp) -- Kind, pious. From chacad; properly, kind, i.e. pious.">of the godly.</a> </span><span class="reftext">2</span>Let Israel rejoice in their Maker; let the children of Zion rejoice in their King.…<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="/psalms/96-1.htm">Psalm 96:1</a></span><br />Sing to the LORD a new song; sing to the LORD, all the earth.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/psalms/98-1.htm">Psalm 98:1</a></span><br />A Psalm. Sing to the LORD a new song, for He has done wonders; His right hand and holy arm have gained Him the victory.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/isaiah/42-10.htm">Isaiah 42:10</a></span><br />Sing to the LORD a new song—His praise from the ends of the earth—you who go down to the sea, and all that is in it, you islands, and all who dwell in them.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/ephesians/5-19.htm">Ephesians 5:19</a></span><br />Speak to one another with psalms, hymns, and spiritual songs. Sing and make music in your hearts to the Lord,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/colossians/3-16.htm">Colossians 3:16</a></span><br />Let the word of Christ richly dwell within you as you teach and admonish one another with all wisdom, and as you sing psalms, hymns, and spiritual songs with gratitude in your hearts to God.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/revelation/5-9.htm">Revelation 5:9</a></span><br />And they sang a new song: “Worthy are You to take the scroll and open its seals, because You were slain, and by Your blood You purchased for God those from every tribe and tongue and people and nation.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/revelation/14-3.htm">Revelation 14:3</a></span><br />And they sang a new song before the throne and before the four living creatures and the elders. And no one could learn the song except the 144,000 who had been redeemed from the earth.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/psalms/33-3.htm">Psalm 33:3</a></span><br />Sing to Him a new song; play skillfully with a shout of joy.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/psalms/40-3.htm">Psalm 40:3</a></span><br />He put a new song in my mouth, a hymn of praise to our God. Many will see and fear and put their trust in the LORD.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/psalms/144-9.htm">Psalm 144:9</a></span><br />I will sing to You a new song, O God; on a harp of ten strings I will make music to You—<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/isaiah/12-5.htm">Isaiah 12:5</a></span><br />Sing to the LORD, for He has done glorious things. Let this be known in all the earth.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/1_chronicles/16-23.htm">1 Chronicles 16:23</a></span><br />Sing to the LORD, all the earth. Proclaim His salvation day after day.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/psalms/95-1.htm">Psalm 95:1</a></span><br />Come, let us sing for joy to the LORD; let us shout to the Rock of our salvation!<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/psalms/100-1.htm">Psalm 100:1-2</a></span><br />A Psalm of thanksgiving. Make a joyful noise to the LORD, all the earth. / Serve the LORD with gladness; come into His presence with joyful songs.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/psalms/147-1.htm">Psalm 147:1</a></span><br />Hallelujah! How good it is to sing praises to our God, how pleasant and lovely to praise Him!</div><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a name="tsk" id="tsk"><div class="vheading">Treasury of Scripture</div><p class="tsk2">Praise you the LORD. Sing to the LORD a new song, and his praise in the congregation of saints.</p><p class="hdg">praise ye the Lord.</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/psalms/148-1.htm">Psalm 148:1</a></b></br> Praise ye the LORD. Praise ye the LORD from the heavens: praise him in the heights.</p><p class="hdg">sing</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/psalms/33-3.htm">Psalm 33:3</a></b></br> Sing unto him a new song; play skilfully with a loud noise.</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/psalms/96-1.htm">Psalm 96:1</a></b></br> O sing unto the LORD a new song: sing unto the LORD, all the earth.</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/psalms/98-1.htm">Psalm 98:1</a></b></br> A Psalm. O sing unto the LORD a new song; for he hath done marvellous things: his right hand, and his holy arm, hath gotten him the victory.</p><p class="hdg">in the congregation</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/psalms/22-22.htm">Psalm 22:22,25</a></b></br> I will declare thy name unto my brethren: in the midst of the congregation will I praise thee… </p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/psalms/68-26.htm">Psalm 68:26</a></b></br> Bless ye God in the congregations, <i>even</i> the Lord, from the fountain of Israel.</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/psalms/89-5.htm">Psalm 89:5</a></b></br> And the heavens shall praise thy wonders, O LORD: thy faithfulness also in the congregation of the saints.</p><div class="vheading">Jump to Previous</div><a href="/psalms/111-1.htm">Assembly</a> <a href="/psalms/111-1.htm">Congregation</a> <a href="/psalms/146-6.htm">Faithful</a> <a href="/psalms/148-14.htm">Godly</a> <a href="/psalms/148-14.htm">Hallelujah</a> <a href="/psalms/148-14.htm">Jah</a> <a href="/psalms/111-1.htm">Meeting</a> <a href="/psalms/144-9.htm">New</a> <a href="/psalms/148-14.htm">Ones</a> <a href="/psalms/148-14.htm">Praise</a> <a href="/psalms/148-14.htm">Praised</a> <a href="/psalms/148-14.htm">Saints</a> <a href="/psalms/147-7.htm">Sing</a> <a href="/psalms/147-1.htm">Song</a><div class="vheading2">Jump to Next</div><a href="/proverbs/5-14.htm">Assembly</a> <a href="/proverbs/5-14.htm">Congregation</a> <a href="/psalms/149-5.htm">Faithful</a> <a href="/psalms/149-5.htm">Godly</a> <a href="/psalms/149-9.htm">Hallelujah</a> <a href="/psalms/149-9.htm">Jah</a> <a href="/proverbs/7-15.htm">Meeting</a> <a href="/proverbs/3-8.htm">New</a> <a href="/psalms/149-4.htm">Ones</a> <a href="/psalms/149-3.htm">Praise</a> <a href="/psalms/150-1.htm">Praised</a> <a href="/psalms/149-5.htm">Saints</a> <a href="/psalms/149-3.htm">Sing</a> <a href="/ecclesiastes/7-5.htm">Song</a><div class="vheading2">Psalm 149</div><span class="reftext">1. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/psalms/149-1.htm">The prophet exhorts to praise God for his love to the church</a></span><br><span class="reftext">5. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/psalms/149-5.htm">And for that power which he has given to the church</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/149.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/149.htm" title="Chapter summary and Study">Chapter </a></tr></table></div><b>Hallelujah!</b><br>This term is a transliteration of the Hebrew phrase "Hallelu Yah," meaning "Praise the LORD." It is a call to worship and an expression of joy and reverence. The use of "Hallelujah" is common in the Psalms, emphasizing the importance of praise in the life of the believer. It is a reminder of the covenant relationship between God and His people, where praise is both a duty and a delight.<p><b>Sing to the LORD a new song—</b><br>The call to sing a "new song" suggests a fresh expression of worship, often in response to new mercies or acts of deliverance by God. This phrase is found in other Psalms (e.g., <a href="/psalms/96.htm">Psalm 96:1, 98</a>:1) and in <a href="/revelation/5-9.htm">Revelation 5:9</a>, indicating a theme of renewal and the ongoing work of God in history. The "new song" can symbolize the new covenant through Jesus Christ, who brings a new creation and a new way of relating to God.<p><b>His praise in the assembly of the godly.</b><br>The "assembly of the godly" refers to the congregation of believers, often gathered for worship in the temple or synagogue. This communal aspect of worship highlights the importance of corporate praise and the unity of God's people. The term "godly" denotes those who are faithful and devoted to God, often associated with the Hebrew word "chasidim," meaning the pious or devout. This assembly is a precursor to the New Testament church, where believers gather to worship and encourage one another (<a href="/hebrews/10-25.htm">Hebrews 10:25</a>).<div class="vheading2">Persons / Places / Events</div>1. <b><a href="/topical/t/the_lord.htm">The LORD (Yahweh)</a></b><br>The central figure of worship in this verse, the covenant God of Israel, who is worthy of praise and adoration.<br><br>2. <b><a href="/topical/t/the_assembly_of_the_godly.htm">The Assembly of the Godly</a></b><br>Refers to the congregation or gathering of believers who are set apart for God, emphasizing communal worship.<br><br>3. <b><a href="/topical/p/psalmist.htm">Psalmist</a></b><br>The author of the psalm, traditionally attributed to David, who calls the people to worship.<br><br>4. <b><a href="/topical/i/israel.htm">Israel</a></b><br>While not explicitly mentioned in this verse, the context of the psalm is directed towards the nation of Israel as God's chosen people.<br><br>5. <b><a href="/topical/n/new_song.htm">New Song</a></b><br>Represents a fresh expression of worship, possibly in response to new mercies or acts of God.<div class="vheading2">Teaching Points</div><b><a href="/topical/t/the_call_to_worship.htm">The Call to Worship</a></b><br>Worship is a command and a privilege. As believers, we are called to actively participate in praising God.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/t/the_importance_of_community.htm">The Importance of Community</a></b><br>Worship is not just a personal act but a communal one. Gathering with other believers strengthens our faith and glorifies God collectively.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/r/renewal_in_worship.htm">Renewal in Worship</a></b><br>Singing a "new song" signifies the need for fresh expressions of worship. We should seek to renew our praise as we experience God's new mercies daily.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/g/god's_worthiness.htm">God's Worthiness</a></b><br>The focus of our worship is the Lord's character and deeds. Reflect on His attributes and actions as the basis for our praise.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/j/joyful_expression.htm">Joyful Expression</a></b><br>Worship should be joyful and exuberant, reflecting the joy of salvation and the goodness of God.<div class="vheading2">Lists and Questions</div><a href="/top10/lessons_from_psalm_149.htm">Top 10 Lessons from Psalm 149</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/why_a_'new_song'_in_psalm_149_1.htm">Psalm 149:1 – Why is there a need for a “new song” if this psalm’s praises and warlike imagery appear repeatedly elsewhere in the Old Testament?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/what_does_'hallelujah'_mean.htm">What does 'hallelujah' mean?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/who_was_hildegard_of_bingen.htm">Who was Hildegard of Bingen?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/how_does_psalm_82_1_fit_with_deut._6_4.htm">How can a 'divine council' (Psalm 82:1) fit with passages claiming there is only one God (Deuteronomy 6:4)?</a><a name="commentary" id="commentary"></a><div class="vheading2"><a href="/commentaries/ellicott/psalms/149.htm">Ellicott's Commentary for English Readers</a></div>(1) <span class= "bld">A new song.--</span>See <a href="/psalms/33-3.htm" title="Sing to him a new song; play skillfully with a loud noise.">Psalm 33:3</a>.<p><span class= "bld">The congregation.</span>--Apparently the psalm puts us in the Maccabaean age, when the <span class= "ital">chasidim </span>was become a regular title for the patriotic party.<p><div class="vheading2"><a href="/commentaries/pulpit/psalms/149.htm">Pulpit Commentary</a></div><span class="cmt_sub_title">Verse 1.</span> - <span class="cmt_word">Praise ye the Lord.</span> <span class="cmt_word">Sing unto the Lord a new song.</span> A "new song" on account of a new deliverance (comp. <a href="/psalms/33-3.htm">Psalm 33:3</a>). The deliverance may have been one of those under Nehemiah (<a href="/nehemiah/4-7.htm">Nehemiah 4:7-23</a>; <a href="/nehemiah/6-2.htm">Nehemiah 6:2-16</a>). <span class="cmt_word">And his praise in the congregation of saints</span>. The psalm would seem to have been composed for a special thanksgiving service. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/commentaries/psalms/149-1.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">Hallelujah!</span><br /><span class="heb">הַ֥לְלוּ</span> <span class="translit">(hal·lū)</span><br /><span class="parse">Verb - Piel - Imperative - masculine plural<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_1984.htm">Strong's 1984: </a> </span><span class="str2">To shine</span><br /><br /><span class="word">Sing</span><br /><span class="heb">שִׁ֣ירוּ</span> <span class="translit">(šî·rū)</span><br /><span class="parse">Verb - Qal - Imperative - masculine plural<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_7891.htm">Strong's 7891: </a> </span><span class="str2">To sing</span><br /><br /><span class="word">to the LORD</span><br /><span class="heb">לַֽ֭יהוָה</span> <span class="translit">(Yah·weh)</span><br /><span class="parse">Preposition-l | 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">a new</span><br /><span class="heb">חָדָ֑שׁ</span> <span class="translit">(ḥā·ḏāš)</span><br /><span class="parse">Adjective - masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_2319.htm">Strong's 2319: </a> </span><span class="str2">New</span><br /><br /><span class="word">song—</span><br /><span class="heb">שִׁ֣יר</span> <span class="translit">(šîr)</span><br /><span class="parse">Noun - masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_7892.htm">Strong's 7892: </a> </span><span class="str2">A song, singing</span><br /><br /><span class="word">His praise</span><br /><span class="heb">תְּ֝הִלָּת֗וֹ</span> <span class="translit">(tə·hil·lā·ṯōw)</span><br /><span class="parse">Noun - feminine singular construct | third person masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_8416.htm">Strong's 8416: </a> </span><span class="str2">Praise, song of praise</span><br /><br /><span class="word">in the assembly</span><br /><span class="heb">בִּקְהַ֥ל</span> <span class="translit">(biq·hal)</span><br /><span class="parse">Preposition-b | Noun - masculine singular construct<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_6951.htm">Strong's 6951: </a> </span><span class="str2">Assembly, convocation, congregation</span><br /><br /><span class="word">of the godly.</span><br /><span class="heb">חֲסִידִֽים׃</span> <span class="translit">(ḥă·sî·ḏîm)</span><br /><span class="parse">Noun - masculine plural<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_2623.htm">Strong's 2623: </a> </span><span class="str2">Kind, pious</span><br /><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><div class="vheading">Links</div><a href="/niv/psalms/149-1.htm">Psalm 149:1 NIV</a><br /><a href="/nlt/psalms/149-1.htm">Psalm 149:1 NLT</a><br /><a href="/esv/psalms/149-1.htm">Psalm 149:1 ESV</a><br /><a href="/nasb/psalms/149-1.htm">Psalm 149:1 NASB</a><br /><a href="/kjv/psalms/149-1.htm">Psalm 149:1 KJV</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="//bibleapps.com/psalms/149-1.htm">Psalm 149:1 BibleApps.com</a><br /><a href="//bibliaparalela.com/psalms/149-1.htm">Psalm 149:1 Biblia Paralela</a><br /><a href="//holybible.com.cn/psalms/149-1.htm">Psalm 149:1 Chinese Bible</a><br /><a href="//saintebible.com/psalms/149-1.htm">Psalm 149:1 French Bible</a><br /><a href="/catholic/psalms/149-1.htm">Psalm 149:1 Catholic Bible</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/psalms/149-1.htm">OT Poetry: Psalm 149:1 Praise Yahweh! 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