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Tell the world about his unforgettable deeds.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/esv/psalms/9.htm">English Standard Version</a></span><br />Sing praises to the LORD, who sits enthroned in Zion! Tell among the peoples his deeds!<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/bsb/psalms/9.htm">Berean Standard Bible</a></span><br />Sing praises to the LORD, who dwells in Zion; proclaim His deeds among the nations.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/kjv/psalms/9.htm">King James Bible</a></span><br />Sing praises to the LORD, which dwelleth in Zion: declare among the people his doings.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nkjv/psalms/9.htm">New King James Version</a></span><br />Sing praises to the LORD, who dwells in Zion! Declare His deeds among the people.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb_/psalms/9.htm">New American Standard Bible</a></span><br />Sing praises to the LORD, who dwells in Zion; Declare His deeds among the peoples.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb/psalms/9.htm">NASB 1995</a></span><br />Sing praises to the LORD, who dwells in Zion; Declare among the peoples His deeds.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb77/psalms/9.htm">NASB 1977 </a></span><br />Sing praises to the LORD, who dwells in Zion; Declare among the peoples His deeds.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lsb/psalms/9.htm">Legacy Standard Bible </a></span><br />Sing praises to Yahweh, who abides in Zion; Declare among the peoples His acts.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/amp/psalms/9.htm">Amplified Bible</a></span><br />Sing praises to the LORD, who dwells in Zion; Declare among the peoples His [great and wondrous] deeds.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/csb/psalms/9.htm">Christian Standard Bible</a></span><br />Sing to the LORD, who dwells in Zion; proclaim his deeds among the nations.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/hcsb/psalms/9.htm">Holman Christian Standard Bible</a></span><br />Sing to the LORD, who dwells in Zion; proclaim His deeds among the nations. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/asv/psalms/9.htm">American Standard Version</a></span><br />Sing praises to Jehovah, who dwelleth in Zion: Declare among the people his doings.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/cev/psalms/9.htm">Contemporary English Version</a></span><br />You rule from Zion, LORD, and we sing about you to let the nations know everything you have done. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/erv/psalms/9.htm">English Revised Version</a></span><br />Sing praises to the LORD, which dwelleth in Zion: declare among the people his doings.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/gwt/psalms/9.htm">GOD'S WORD® Translation</a></span><br />Make music to praise the LORD, who is enthroned in Zion. Announce to the nations what he has done.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/gnt/psalms/9.htm">Good News Translation</a></span><br />Sing praise to the LORD, who rules in Zion! Tell every nation what he has done! <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/isv/psalms/9.htm">International Standard Version</a></span><br />Sing praises to the LORD who dwells in Zion; declare his mighty deeds among the peoples.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/msb/psalms/9.htm">Majority Standard Bible</a></span><br />Sing praises to the LORD, who dwells in Zion; proclaim His deeds among the nations.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/net/psalms/9.htm">NET Bible</a></span><br />Sing praises to the LORD, who rules in Zion! Tell the nations what he has done! <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nheb/psalms/9.htm">New Heart English Bible</a></span><br />Sing praises to the LORD, who dwells in Zion, and declare among the people what he has done.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/wbt/psalms/9.htm">Webster's Bible Translation</a></span><br />Sing praises to the LORD, who dwelleth in Zion: declare among the people his doings.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/web/psalms/9.htm">World English Bible</a></span><br />Sing praises to Yahweh, who dwells in Zion, and declare among the people what he has done. <div class="vheading2"><b>Literal Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lsv/psalms/9.htm">Literal Standard Version</a></span><br />Sing praise to YHWH, inhabiting Zion, "" Declare His acts among the peoples,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/ylt/psalms/9.htm">Young's Literal Translation</a></span><br /> Sing ye praise to Jehovah, inhabiting Zion, Declare ye among the peoples His acts,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/slt/psalms/9.htm">Smith's Literal Translation</a></span><br />Play on the harp to Jehovah dwelling in Zion: announce among the peoples his doings.<div class="vheading2"><b>Catholic Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/drb/psalms/9.htm">Douay-Rheims Bible</a></span><br />Sing ye to the Lord, who dwelleth in Sion: declare his ways among the Gentiles: <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/cpdv/psalms/9.htm">Catholic Public Domain Version</a></span><br /><V 9:12>Sing a psalm to the Lord, who dwells in Zion. Announce his study among the Gentiles.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nabre/psalms/9.htm">New American Bible</a></span><br />Sing hymns to the LORD enthroned on Zion; proclaim his deeds among the nations! <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nrsvce/psalms/9.htm">New Revised Standard Version</a></span><br />Sing praises to the LORD, who dwells in Zion. Declare his deeds among the peoples.<div class="vheading2"><b>Translations from Aramaic</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lamsa/psalms/9.htm">Lamsa Bible</a></span><br />Sing praises to the LORD, who dwells in Zion; declare among the people his skillful doings;<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/hpbt/psalms/9.htm">Peshitta Holy Bible Translated</a></span><br />Sing to LORD JEHOVAH who dwells in Zion, and show his skills among the nations.<div class="vheading2"><b>OT Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/jps/psalms/9.htm">JPS Tanakh 1917</a></span><br />Sing praises to the LORD, who dwelleth in Zion; Declare among the peoples His doings.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/sep/psalms/9.htm">Brenton Septuagint Translation</a></span><br />Sing praises to the Lord, who dwells in Sion: declare his dealings among the nations.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/parallel/psalms/9-11.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=741" 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/9.htm">I Will Give Thanks to the LORD</a></span><br>…<span class="reftext">10</span>Those who know Your name trust in You, for You, O LORD, have not forsaken those who seek You. <span class="reftext">11</span><span class="highl"><a href="/hebrew/2167.htm" title="2167: zam·mə·rū (V-Piel-Imp-mp) -- To make music (in praise of God). ">Sing praises</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/3427.htm" title="3427: yō·šêḇ (V-Qal-Prtcpl-ms) -- A primitive root; properly, to sit down; by implication, to dwell, to remain; causatively, to settle, to marry.">who dwells</a> <a href="/hebrew/6726.htm" title="6726: ṣî·yō·wn (N-proper-fs) -- A mountain in Jer., also a name for Jer. The same as tsiyuwn; Tsijon, a mountain of Jerusalem.">in Zion;</a> <a href="/hebrew/5046.htm" title="5046: hag·gî·ḏū (V-Hifil-Imp-mp) -- To be conspicuous. ">proclaim</a> <a href="/hebrew/5949.htm" title="5949: ‘ă·lî·lō·w·ṯāw (N-fpc:: 3ms) -- Or malilah; from alal in the sense of effecting; an exploit, or a performance; by implication, an opportunity.">His deeds</a> <a href="/hebrew/5971.htm" title="5971: ḇā·‘am·mîm (Prep-b, Art:: N-mp) -- From amam; a people; specifically, a tribe; hence troops or attendants; figuratively, a flock.">among the nations.</a> </span><span class="reftext">12</span>For the Avenger of bloodshed remembers; He does not ignore the cry of the afflicted.…<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="/isaiah/12-4.htm">Isaiah 12:4</a></span><br />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.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/isaiah/42-12.htm">Isaiah 42:12</a></span><br />Let them give glory to the LORD and declare His praise in the islands.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/psalms/105-1.htm">Psalm 105:1</a></span><br />Give thanks to the LORD, call upon His name; make known His deeds among the nations.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/psalms/96-3.htm">Psalm 96:3</a></span><br />Declare His glory among the nations, His wonders among all peoples.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/psalms/66-2.htm">Psalm 66:2</a></span><br />Sing the glory of His name; make His praise glorious.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/psalms/107-22.htm">Psalm 107:22</a></span><br />Let them offer sacrifices of thanksgiving and declare His works with rejoicing.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/psalms/145-4.htm">Psalm 145:4-6</a></span><br />One generation will commend Your works to the next, and will proclaim Your mighty acts— / the glorious splendor of Your majesty. And I will meditate on Your wondrous works. / They will proclaim the power of Your awesome deeds, and I will declare Your greatness.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/psalms/71-23.htm">Psalm 71:23-24</a></span><br />When I sing praise to You my lips will shout for joy, along with my soul, which You have redeemed. / My tongue will indeed proclaim Your righteousness all day long, for those who seek my harm are disgraced and confounded.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/psalms/40-9.htm">Psalm 40:9-10</a></span><br />I proclaim righteousness in the great assembly; behold, I do not seal my lips, as You, O LORD, do know. / I have not covered up Your righteousness in my heart; I have declared Your faithfulness and salvation; I have not concealed Your loving devotion and faithfulness from the great assembly.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/psalms/22-22.htm">Psalm 22:22</a></span><br />I will proclaim Your name to my brothers; I will praise You in the assembly.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/1_chronicles/16-8.htm">1 Chronicles 16:8-9</a></span><br />“Give thanks to the LORD; call upon His name; make known His deeds among the nations. / Sing to Him, sing praises to Him; tell of all His wonders.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/1_peter/2-9.htm">1 Peter 2:9</a></span><br />But you are a chosen people, a royal priesthood, a holy nation, a people for God’s own possession, to proclaim the virtues of Him who called you out of darkness into His marvelous light.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/acts/1-8.htm">Acts 1:8</a></span><br />But you will receive power when the Holy Spirit comes upon you, and you will be My witnesses in Jerusalem, and in all Judea and Samaria, and to the ends of the earth.”<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/matthew/28-19.htm">Matthew 28:19-20</a></span><br />Therefore go and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit, / and teaching them to obey all that I have commanded you. And surely I am with you always, even to the end of the age.”<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/romans/15-9.htm">Romans 15:9</a></span><br />so that the Gentiles may glorify God for His mercy. As it is written: “Therefore I will praise You among the Gentiles; I will sing hymns to Your name.”</div><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a name="tsk" id="tsk"><div class="vheading">Treasury of Scripture</div><p class="tsk2">Sing praises to the LORD, which dwells in Zion: declare among the people his doings.</p><p class="hdg">Sing</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/psalms/33-1.htm">Psalm 33:1-3</a></b></br> Rejoice in the LORD, O ye righteous: <i>for</i> praise is comely for the upright… </p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/psalms/47-6.htm">Psalm 47:6,7</a></b></br> Sing praises to God, sing praises: sing praises unto our King, sing praises… </p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/psalms/96-1.htm">Psalm 96:1,2</a></b></br> O sing unto the LORD a new song: sing unto the LORD, all the earth… </p><p class="hdg">which</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/psalms/78-68.htm">Psalm 78:68</a></b></br> But chose the tribe of Judah, the mount Zion which he loved.</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/psalms/132-13.htm">Psalm 132:13,14</a></b></br> For the LORD hath chosen Zion; he hath desired <i>it</i> for his habitation… </p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/isaiah/12-6.htm">Isaiah 12:6</a></b></br> Cry out and shout, thou inhabitant of Zion: for great <i>is</i> the Holy One of Israel in the midst of thee.</p><p class="hdg">declare</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/psalms/66-2.htm">Psalm 66:2,5</a></b></br> Sing forth the honour of his name: make his praise glorious… </p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/psalms/96-10.htm">Psalm 96:10</a></b></br> Say among the heathen <i>that</i> the LORD reigneth: the world also shall be established that it shall not be moved: he shall judge the people righteously.</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/psalms/105-1.htm">Psalm 105:1,2</a></b></br> O give thanks unto the LORD; call upon his name: make known his deeds among the people… </p><div class="vheading">Jump to Previous</div><a href="/job/26-14.htm">Acts</a> <a href="/psalms/5-10.htm">Declare</a> <a href="/psalms/9-1.htm">Deeds</a> <a href="/job/33-13.htm">Doings</a> <a href="/psalms/2-4.htm">Dwelleth</a> <a href="/psalms/5-4.htm">Dwells</a> <a href="/psalms/9-7.htm">Enthroned</a> <a href="/psalms/5-7.htm">House</a> <a href="/judges/1-9.htm">Inhabiting</a> <a href="/psalms/9-5.htm">Nations</a> <a href="/psalms/9-8.htm">Peoples</a> <a href="/psalms/9-2.htm">Praise</a> <a href="/psalms/6-5.htm">Praises</a> <a href="/psalms/2-7.htm">Proclaim</a> <a href="/1_chronicles/16-9.htm">Psalms</a> <a href="/psalms/9-2.htm">Sing</a> <a href="/job/38-7.htm">Songs</a> <a href="/psalms/2-6.htm">Zion</a><div class="vheading2">Jump to Next</div><a href="/psalms/11-5.htm">Acts</a> <a href="/psalms/9-14.htm">Declare</a> <a href="/psalms/11-7.htm">Deeds</a> <a href="/psalms/17-4.htm">Doings</a> <a href="/psalms/16-9.htm">Dwelleth</a> <a href="/psalms/16-9.htm">Dwells</a> <a href="/psalms/22-3.htm">Enthroned</a> <a href="/psalms/9-14.htm">House</a> <a href="/psalms/74-14.htm">Inhabiting</a> <a href="/psalms/9-15.htm">Nations</a> <a href="/psalms/18-43.htm">Peoples</a> <a href="/psalms/9-14.htm">Praise</a> <a href="/psalms/9-14.htm">Praises</a> <a href="/psalms/19-1.htm">Proclaim</a> <a href="/psalms/18-49.htm">Psalms</a> <a href="/psalms/13-6.htm">Sing</a> <a href="/psalms/21-13.htm">Songs</a> <a href="/psalms/9-14.htm">Zion</a><div class="vheading2">Psalm 9</div><span class="reftext">1. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/psalms/9-1.htm">David praises God for executing judgment</a></span><br><span class="reftext">11. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/psalms/9-11.htm">He incites others to praise him</a></span><br><span class="reftext">13. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/psalms/9-13.htm">He prays that he may have cause to praise him</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'; 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In the biblical context, singing praises was a common form of worship among the Israelites, often accompanied by musical instruments. The Psalms themselves are a collection of songs and prayers used in temple worship. This call to praise reflects a response to God's character and actions, acknowledging His sovereignty and goodness. The act of singing praises is not only a personal expression of faith but also a communal activity that unites believers in their devotion to God.<p><b>who dwells in Zion</b><br>Zion is a term that refers to the city of Jerusalem, specifically the hill where the ancient city of David was built. It holds significant theological and historical importance as the location of the Temple, the center of Jewish worship. The phrase "who dwells in Zion" signifies God's presence among His people, as the Temple was considered His earthly dwelling place. This reflects the covenant relationship between God and Israel, where Zion becomes a symbol of divine protection and blessing. In a broader sense, Zion is also seen as a type of the heavenly Jerusalem, pointing to the ultimate fulfillment of God's kingdom.<p><b>proclaim His deeds among the nations</b><br>This phrase underscores the missional aspect of Israel's faith, where the knowledge of God's mighty acts and His character is to be shared beyond the borders of Israel. Historically, Israel was chosen to be a light to the nations, demonstrating God's power and justice through their history and laws. The call to proclaim His deeds is a reminder of the universal scope of God's salvation plan, which is not limited to Israel but extends to all nations. This anticipates the Great Commission in the New Testament, where Jesus commands His followers to make disciples of all nations, spreading the message of the Gospel worldwide.<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 existence and faithfulness to His people.<br><br>2. <b><a href="/topical/z/zion.htm">Zion</a></b><br>A term often used to refer to Jerusalem, the city of David, and symbolically representing the dwelling place of God among His people.<br><br>3. <b><a href="/topical/t/the_nations.htm">The Nations</a></b><br>Refers to the Gentiles or non-Israelite peoples, highlighting the universal scope of God's reign and the call to proclaim His deeds beyond Israel.<div class="vheading2">Teaching Points</div><b><a href="/topical/t/the_call_to_worship.htm">The Call to Worship</a></b><br>Believers are called to actively sing praises to God, recognizing His sovereignty and presence in their lives.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/g/god's_presence_in_zion.htm">God's Presence in Zion</a></b><br>Zion symbolizes God's dwelling among His people. Today, believers are the temple of the Holy Spirit, and God dwells within us.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/p/proclaiming_god's_deeds.htm">Proclaiming God's Deeds</a></b><br>Sharing testimonies of God's work in our lives is a powerful way to witness to others and fulfill the Great Commission.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/u/universal_scope_of_god's_reign.htm">Universal Scope of God's Reign</a></b><br>God's deeds are not just for Israel but for all nations. Believers are called to have a global perspective in their faith and outreach.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/j/joyful_witness.htm">Joyful Witness</a></b><br>Proclaiming God's deeds should be done with joy and enthusiasm, reflecting the transformative power of His work in our lives.<div class="vheading2">Lists and Questions</div><a href="/top10/lessons_from_psalm_9.htm">Top 10 Lessons from Psalm 9</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/day_26_insights_on_spiritual_growth.htm">What events define the Triumphal Entry in Volume 23?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/how_to_reconcile_isaiah_51_11_and_psalm_126.htm">When Isaiah 51:11 parallels themes also found in Psalms (e.g., Psalm 126:1-2), how do we reconcile any apparent historical or literary inconsistencies between the two texts?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/how_does_psalm_106_align_with_full_conquest.htm">Psalm 106:34-35 suggests Israel did not fully conquer or destroy surrounding nations--how does this align with biblical passages that claim they subdued the land completely?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/do_you_believe_in_what_you_cannot_see.htm">What is Zion's significance in biblical prophecy?</a><a name="commentary" id="commentary"></a><div class="vheading2"><a href="/commentaries/pulpit/psalms/9.htm">Pulpit Commentary</a></div><span class="cmt_sub_title">Verse 11.</span> - <span class="cmt_word">Sing praises to the Lord</span>. Having praised God himself (vers. 1, 2), and declared the grounds upon which his praises rest (vers. 3-10), David now calls upon all faithful Israelites to join him in his song of thanksgiving. "Sing praises unto the Lord," he says, <span class="cmt_word">which dwelleth in Zion.</span> Who is enthroned, <span class="accented">i.e.</span>, <span class="accented">on</span> the mercy-seat between the cherubim in the tabernacle, now set up upon Mount Zion (<a href="/2_samuel/6-1.htm">2 Samuel 6:1-17</a>). The date of the psalm is thus to some extent limited, since it must have been composed subsequently to the transfer of the ark to Jerusalem. Declare among the people his doings. In the original "among the peoples" (<span class="hebrew">עַמִּים</span>); <span class="accented">i.e.</span> not the people of Israel only, but all the surrounding nations. David is possessed with the conviction that the revelation of God made to Israel is not to be confined to them, but through them to be communicated to "all the ends of the earth" - to the heathen at large, to all nations (comp. <a href="/psalms/18-49.htm">Psalm 18:49</a>; <a href="/psalms/66-4.htm">Psalm 66:4</a>; <a href="/psalms/72-11.htm">Psalm 72:11, 19</a>, etc.). <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/commentaries/psalms/9-11.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">Sing praises</span><br /><span class="heb">זַמְּר֗וּ</span> <span class="translit">(zam·mə·rū)</span><br /><span class="parse">Verb - Piel - Imperative - masculine plural<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_2167.htm">Strong's 2167: </a> </span><span class="str2">Play, to make music, celebrate in song and music</span><br /><br /><span class="word">to the LORD,</span><br /><span class="heb">לַ֭יהוָה</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">who dwells</span><br /><span class="heb">יֹשֵׁ֣ב</span> <span class="translit">(yō·šêḇ)</span><br /><span class="parse">Verb - Qal - Participle - masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_3427.htm">Strong's 3427: </a> </span><span class="str2">To sit down, to dwell, to remain, to settle, to marry</span><br /><br /><span class="word">in Zion;</span><br /><span class="heb">צִיּ֑וֹן</span> <span class="translit">(ṣî·yō·wn)</span><br /><span class="parse">Noun - proper - feminine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_6726.htm">Strong's 6726: </a> </span><span class="str2">Zion -- a mountain in Jerusalem, also a name for Jerusalem</span><br /><br /><span class="word">proclaim</span><br /><span class="heb">הַגִּ֥ידוּ</span> <span class="translit">(hag·gî·ḏū)</span><br /><span class="parse">Verb - Hifil - Imperative - masculine plural<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_5046.htm">Strong's 5046: </a> </span><span class="str2">To be conspicuous</span><br /><br /><span class="word">His deeds</span><br /><span class="heb">עֲלִֽילוֹתָֽיו׃</span> <span class="translit">(‘ă·lî·lō·w·ṯāw)</span><br /><span class="parse">Noun - feminine plural construct | third person masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_5949.htm">Strong's 5949: </a> </span><span class="str2">An exploit, a performance, an opportunity</span><br /><br /><span class="word">among the nations.</span><br /><span class="heb">בָ֝עַמִּ֗ים</span> <span class="translit">(ḇā·‘am·mîm)</span><br /><span class="parse">Preposition-b, Article | Noun - masculine plural<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_5971.htm">Strong's 5971: </a> </span><span class="str2">A people, a tribe, troops, attendants, a flock</span><br /><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><div class="vheading">Links</div><a href="/niv/psalms/9-11.htm">Psalm 9:11 NIV</a><br /><a href="/nlt/psalms/9-11.htm">Psalm 9:11 NLT</a><br /><a href="/esv/psalms/9-11.htm">Psalm 9:11 ESV</a><br /><a href="/nasb/psalms/9-11.htm">Psalm 9:11 NASB</a><br /><a href="/kjv/psalms/9-11.htm">Psalm 9:11 KJV</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="//bibleapps.com/psalms/9-11.htm">Psalm 9:11 BibleApps.com</a><br /><a href="//bibliaparalela.com/psalms/9-11.htm">Psalm 9:11 Biblia Paralela</a><br /><a href="//holybible.com.cn/psalms/9-11.htm">Psalm 9:11 Chinese Bible</a><br /><a href="//saintebible.com/psalms/9-11.htm">Psalm 9:11 French Bible</a><br /><a href="/catholic/psalms/9-11.htm">Psalm 9:11 Catholic Bible</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/psalms/9-11.htm">OT Poetry: Psalm 9:11 Sing praises to Yahweh who dwells (Psalm Ps Psa.) </a></div></div></td></tr></table></div><div id="left"><a href="/psalms/9-10.htm" onmouseover='lft.src="/leftgif.png"' onmouseout='lft.src="/left.png"' title="Psalm 9:10"><img src="/left.png" name="lft" border="0" alt="Psalm 9:10" /></a></div><div id="right"><a href="/psalms/9-12.htm" onmouseover='rght.src="/rightgif.png"' onmouseout='rght.src="/right.png"' title="Psalm 9:12"><img src="/right.png" name="rght" border="0" alt="Psalm 9:12" /></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>