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Sing praises to our King, sing praises!<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/bsb/psalms/47.htm">Berean Standard Bible</a></span><br />Sing praises to God, sing praises; sing praises to our King, sing praises!<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/kjv/psalms/47.htm">King James Bible</a></span><br />Sing praises to God, sing praises: sing praises unto our King, sing praises.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nkjv/psalms/47.htm">New King James Version</a></span><br />Sing praises to God, sing praises! Sing praises to our King, sing praises!<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb_/psalms/47.htm">New American Standard Bible</a></span><br />Sing praises to God, sing praises; Sing praises to our King, sing praises.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb/psalms/47.htm">NASB 1995</a></span><br />Sing praises to God, sing praises; Sing praises to our King, sing praises.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb77/psalms/47.htm">NASB 1977 </a></span><br />Sing praises to God, sing praises; Sing praises to our King, sing praises.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lsb/psalms/47.htm">Legacy Standard Bible </a></span><br />Sing praises to God, sing praises; Sing praises to our King, sing praises.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/amp/psalms/47.htm">Amplified Bible</a></span><br />Sing praises to God, sing praises; Sing praises to our King, sing praises.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/csb/psalms/47.htm">Christian Standard Bible</a></span><br />Sing praise to God, sing praise; sing praise to our King, sing praise!<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/hcsb/psalms/47.htm">Holman Christian Standard Bible</a></span><br />Sing praise to God, sing praise; sing praise to our King, sing praise! <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/asv/psalms/47.htm">American Standard Version</a></span><br />Sing praises to God, sing praises: Sing praises unto our King, sing praises.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/cev/psalms/47.htm">Contemporary English Version</a></span><br />Sing praises to God our King, <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/erv/psalms/47.htm">English Revised Version</a></span><br />Sing praises to God, sing praises: sing praises unto our King, sing praises.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/gwt/psalms/47.htm">GOD'S WORD® Translation</a></span><br />Make music to praise God. Play music for him! Make music to praise our king. Play music for him!<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/gnt/psalms/47.htm">Good News Translation</a></span><br />Sing praise to God; sing praise to our king! <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/isv/psalms/47.htm">International Standard Version</a></span><br />Sing songs to God! Sing songs! Sing songs to our King! Sing songs!<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/msb/psalms/47.htm">Majority Standard Bible</a></span><br />Sing praises to God, sing praises; sing praises to our King, sing praises!<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/net/psalms/47.htm">NET Bible</a></span><br />Sing to God! Sing! Sing to our king! Sing! <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nheb/psalms/47.htm">New Heart English Bible</a></span><br />Sing praise to God, sing praises. Sing praises to our King, sing praises.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/wbt/psalms/47.htm">Webster's Bible Translation</a></span><br />Sing praises to God, sing praises: sing praises to our King, sing praises.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/web/psalms/47.htm">World English Bible</a></span><br />Sing praises to God! Sing praises! Sing praises to our King! Sing praises! <div class="vheading2"><b>Literal Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lsv/psalms/47.htm">Literal Standard Version</a></span><br />Praise God—praise—give praise to our king, praise.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/ylt/psalms/47.htm">Young's Literal Translation</a></span><br /> Praise God -- praise -- give praise to our king, praise.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/slt/psalms/47.htm">Smith's Literal Translation</a></span><br />Play on the harp to God, play on the harp to our King; play on the harp.<div class="vheading2"><b>Catholic Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/drb/psalms/47.htm">Douay-Rheims Bible</a></span><br />Sing praises to our God, sing ye: sing praises to our king, sing ye. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/cpdv/psalms/47.htm">Catholic Public Domain Version</a></span><br /><V 46:7>Sing psalms to our God, sing psalms. Sing psalms to our King, sing psalms.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nabre/psalms/47.htm">New American Bible</a></span><br />Sing praise to God, sing praise; sing praise to our king, sing praise. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nrsvce/psalms/47.htm">New Revised Standard Version</a></span><br />Sing praises to God, sing praises; sing praises to our King, sing praises.<div class="vheading2"><b>Translations from Aramaic</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lamsa/psalms/47.htm">Lamsa Bible</a></span><br />Sing praises to God; sing praises to our King.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/hpbt/psalms/47.htm">Peshitta Holy Bible Translated</a></span><br />Sing to God in glory! Sing to our King!<div class="vheading2"><b>OT Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/jps/psalms/47.htm">JPS Tanakh 1917</a></span><br />Sing praises to God, sing praises; Sing praises unto our King, sing praises.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/sep/psalms/47.htm">Brenton Septuagint Translation</a></span><br />Sing praises to our God, sing praises: sing praises to our King, sing praises.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/parallel/psalms/47-6.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=5581" 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/47.htm">Clap Your Hands, All You Peoples</a></span><br>…<span class="reftext">5</span>God has ascended amid shouts of joy, the LORD with the sound of the horn. <span class="reftext">6</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/430.htm" title="430: ’ĕ·lō·hîm (N-mp) -- Plural of 'elowahh; gods in the ordinary sense; but specifically used of the supreme God">to God,</a> <a href="/hebrew/2167.htm" title="2167: zam·mê·rū (V-Piel-Imp-mp) -- To make music (in praise of God). ">sing praises;</a> <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/4428.htm" title="4428: lə·mal·kê·nū (Prep-l:: N-msc:: 1cp) -- King. From malak; a king.">to our King,</a> <a href="/hebrew/2167.htm" title="2167: zam·mê·rū (V-Piel-Imp-mp) -- To make music (in praise of God). ">sing praises!</a> </span><span class="reftext">7</span>For God is King of all the earth; sing profound praises to Him.…<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="/philippians/2-9.htm">Philippians 2:9-11</a></span><br />Therefore God exalted Him to the highest place and gave Him the name above all names, / that at the name of Jesus every knee should bow, in heaven and on earth and under the earth, / and every tongue confess that Jesus Christ is Lord, to the glory of God the Father.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/revelation/5-12.htm">Revelation 5:12-13</a></span><br />In a loud voice they were saying: “Worthy is the Lamb who was slain, to receive power and riches and wisdom and strength and honor and glory and blessing!” / And I heard every creature in heaven and on earth and under the earth and in the sea, and all that is in them, saying: “To Him who sits on the throne and to the Lamb be praise and honor and glory and power forever and ever!”<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="/psalms/66-1.htm">Psalm 66:1-2</a></span><br />For the choirmaster. A song. A Psalm. Make a joyful noise to God, all the earth! / Sing the glory of His name; make His praise glorious.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/psalms/98-4.htm">Psalm 98:4-6</a></span><br />Make a joyful noise to the LORD, all the earth; break forth—let your cry ring out, and sing praises! / Sing praises to the LORD with the lyre, in melodious song with the harp. / With trumpets and the blast of the ram’s horn shout for joy before the LORD, the King.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/psalms/96-1.htm">Psalm 96:1-2</a></span><br />Sing to the LORD a new song; sing to the LORD, all the earth. / Sing to the LORD, bless His name; proclaim His salvation day after day.<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="/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="/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="/1_chronicles/16-9.htm">1 Chronicles 16:9</a></span><br />Sing to Him, sing praises to Him; tell of all His wonders.<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="/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="/psalms/149-1.htm">Psalm 149:1</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="crossverse"><a href="/psalms/33-1.htm">Psalm 33:1-3</a></span><br />Rejoice in the LORD, O righteous ones; it is fitting for the upright to praise Him. / Praise the LORD with the harp; make music to Him with ten strings. / Sing to Him a new song; play skillfully with a shout of joy.</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 God, sing praises: sing praises to our King, sing praises.</p><p class="hdg">to God</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="tskverse"><b><a href="/psalms/117-1.htm">Psalm 117:1-2</a></b></br> O praise the LORD, all ye nations: praise him, all ye people… </p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/psalms/149-1.htm">Psalm 149:1-3</a></b></br> Praise ye the LORD. Sing unto the LORD a new song, <i>and</i> his praise in the congregation of saints… </p><p class="hdg">our King</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/psalms/145-1.htm">Psalm 145:1</a></b></br> David's <i>Psalm</i> of praise. I will extol thee, my God, O king; and I will bless thy name for ever and ever.</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/isaiah/33-22.htm">Isaiah 33:22</a></b></br> For the LORD <i>is</i> our judge, the LORD <i>is</i> our lawgiver, the LORD <i>is</i> our king; he will save us.</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/zechariah/9-9.htm">Zechariah 9:9</a></b></br> Rejoice greatly, O daughter of Zion; shout, O daughter of Jerusalem: behold, thy King cometh unto thee: he <i>is</i> just, and having salvation; lowly, and riding upon an ass, and upon a colt the foal of an ass.</p><div class="vheading">Jump to Previous</div><a href="/psalms/45-17.htm">Praise</a> <a href="/psalms/35-28.htm">Praises</a> <a href="/psalms/33-2.htm">Psalms</a> <a href="/psalms/35-27.htm">Sing</a> <a href="/psalms/47-1.htm">Songs</a><div class="vheading2">Jump to Next</div><a href="/psalms/47-7.htm">Praise</a> <a href="/psalms/47-7.htm">Praises</a> <a href="/psalms/47-7.htm">Psalms</a> <a href="/psalms/47-7.htm">Sing</a> <a href="/psalms/47-7.htm">Songs</a><div class="vheading2">Psalm 47</div><span class="reftext">1. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/psalms/47-1.htm">The nations are exhorted cheerfully to entertain the kingdom of Christ.</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/47.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/47.htm" title="Chapter summary and Study">Chapter </a></tr></table></div><b>Sing praises to God, sing praises;</b><br>This phrase emphasizes the act of worship and adoration directed towards God. In the biblical context, singing praises was a common form of worship among the Israelites, often accompanied by musical instruments as seen in <a href="/2_chronicles/5-13.htm">2 Chronicles 5:13</a>. The repetition underscores the importance and urgency of worship. Historically, singing was a communal activity, reflecting unity and shared faith among the people. The call to sing praises is a reminder of God's sovereignty and His deeds, as seen throughout the Psalms.<p><b>sing praises to our King,</b><br>Referring to God as "our King" highlights His authority and rule over His people. This title connects to the theocratic nature of Israel, where God was seen as the ultimate ruler. The concept of God as King is prevalent in the Old Testament, such as in <a href="/psalms/24-10.htm">Psalm 24:10</a>, and it foreshadows the New Testament revelation of Jesus Christ as King of Kings (<a href="/revelation/19-16.htm">Revelation 19:16</a>). The acknowledgment of God as King calls for loyalty, reverence, and submission to His will.<p><b>sing praises!</b><br>The final call to sing praises reinforces the continuous and joyful nature of worship. It serves as a reminder of the believer's duty to glorify God in all circumstances, echoing the sentiment found in <a href="/philippians/4-4.htm">Philippians 4:4</a>. This repetition also reflects the Hebrew literary style of parallelism, which is used to emphasize key themes and ideas. The act of singing praises is both a personal and communal expression of faith, celebrating God's presence and His works among His people.<div class="vheading2">Persons / Places / Events</div>1. <b><a href="/topical/g/god.htm">God</a></b><br>The central figure in this verse, God is the recipient of praise and worship. The psalm emphasizes His sovereignty and kingship.<br><br>2. <b><a href="/topical/k/king.htm">King</a></b><br>Refers to God as the ultimate ruler and sovereign, highlighting His authority over all creation.<br><br>3. <b><a href="/topical/p/psalmist.htm">Psalmist</a></b><br>Traditionally attributed to the sons of Korah, the authors of this psalm, who call the people to worship.<br><br>4. <b><a href="/topical/i/israel.htm">Israel</a></b><br>The nation of Israel, God's chosen people, who are often the primary audience for the psalms.<br><br>5. <b><a href="/topical/w/worship_gathering.htm">Worship Gathering</a></b><br>The context of this verse suggests a communal setting where people gather to sing praises.<div class="vheading2">Teaching Points</div><b><a href="/topical/t/the_call_to_worship.htm">The Call to Worship</a></b><br>This verse is a clear call to worship, emphasizing the importance of singing praises to God. Worship is not just a personal act but a communal one, inviting others to join in glorifying God.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/a/acknowledging_god's_sovereignty.htm">Acknowledging God's Sovereignty</a></b><br>By referring to God as "our King," the psalmist reminds us of God's ultimate authority and reign over all aspects of life. Recognizing His kingship should lead us to trust and submit to His will.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/j/joyful_expression.htm">Joyful Expression</a></b><br>Singing praises is an expression of joy and gratitude. It is a reminder that worship should be heartfelt and enthusiastic, reflecting our love and reverence for God.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/c/consistency_in_worship.htm">Consistency in Worship</a></b><br>The repetition of "sing praises" underscores the importance of regular and consistent worship. It is not a one-time act but a continual practice in the life of a believer.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/u/unity_in_worship.htm">Unity in Worship</a></b><br>The communal aspect of singing praises highlights the unity among believers. Worship brings us together, transcending individual differences and focusing on our shared faith in God.<div class="vheading2">Lists and Questions</div><a href="/top10/lessons_from_psalm_47.htm">Top 10 Lessons from Psalm 47</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/does_psalm_47_6-7_conflict_with_other_worship.htm">Does the call to “sing praises” in Psalm 47:6–7 conflict with other biblical texts that depict God differently or demand alternative forms of worship?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/how_to_reconcile_psalm_8_with_harsh_judgments.htm">How do we reconcile Psalm 8's depiction of a caring God with other biblical passages that portray divine indifference or harsh judgment toward humans?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/who_can_condemn_if_god_justifies_us.htm">How do you express adoration for God's greatness?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/how_is_psalm_150_1_relevant_today.htm">How does Psalm 150:1 remain relevant when the 'sanctuary' no longer exists as it did in ancient times?</a><a name="commentary" id="commentary"></a><div class="vheading2"><a href="/commentaries/ellicott/psalms/47.htm">Ellicott's Commentary for English Readers</a></div>(6) <span class= "bld">Sing praises.</span>--Better, <span class= "ital">Strike the harp.</span><p><div class="vheading2"><a href="/commentaries/pulpit/psalms/47.htm">Pulpit Commentary</a></div><span class="cmt_sub_title">Verse 6.</span> - <span class="cmt_word">Sing praises to God, sing praises; sing praises unto our King, sing praises Praise him</span>, <span class="accented">i.e.</span>, both as God and King - especially as "our King" - that is, as Israel's King. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/commentaries/psalms/47-6.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">זַמְּר֣וּ</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 God,</span><br /><span class="heb">אֱלֹהִ֣ים</span> <span class="translit">(’ĕ·lō·hîm)</span><br /><span class="parse">Noun - masculine plural<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_430.htm">Strong's 430: </a> </span><span class="str2">gods -- the supreme God, magistrates, a superlative</span><br /><br /><span class="word">sing praises;</span><br /><span class="heb">זַמֵּ֑רוּ</span> <span class="translit">(zam·mê·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">sing praises</span><br /><span class="heb">זַמְּר֖וּ</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 our King,</span><br /><span class="heb">לְמַלְכֵּ֣נוּ</span> <span class="translit">(lə·mal·kê·nū)</span><br /><span class="parse">Preposition-l | Noun - masculine singular construct | first person common plural<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_4428.htm">Strong's 4428: </a> </span><span class="str2">A king</span><br /><br /><span class="word">sing praises!</span><br /><span class="heb">זַמֵּֽרוּ׃</span> <span class="translit">(zam·mê·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 /><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><div class="vheading">Links</div><a href="/niv/psalms/47-6.htm">Psalm 47:6 NIV</a><br /><a href="/nlt/psalms/47-6.htm">Psalm 47:6 NLT</a><br /><a href="/esv/psalms/47-6.htm">Psalm 47:6 ESV</a><br /><a href="/nasb/psalms/47-6.htm">Psalm 47:6 NASB</a><br /><a href="/kjv/psalms/47-6.htm">Psalm 47:6 KJV</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="//bibleapps.com/psalms/47-6.htm">Psalm 47:6 BibleApps.com</a><br /><a href="//bibliaparalela.com/psalms/47-6.htm">Psalm 47:6 Biblia Paralela</a><br /><a href="//holybible.com.cn/psalms/47-6.htm">Psalm 47:6 Chinese Bible</a><br /><a href="//saintebible.com/psalms/47-6.htm">Psalm 47:6 French Bible</a><br /><a href="/catholic/psalms/47-6.htm">Psalm 47:6 Catholic Bible</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/psalms/47-6.htm">OT Poetry: Psalm 47:6 Sing praise to God sing praises (Psalm Ps Psa.) </a></div></div></td></tr></table></div><div id="left"><a href="/psalms/47-5.htm" onmouseover='lft.src="/leftgif.png"' onmouseout='lft.src="/left.png"' title="Psalm 47:5"><img src="/left.png" name="lft" border="0" alt="Psalm 47:5" /></a></div><div id="right"><a href="/psalms/47-7.htm" onmouseover='rght.src="/rightgif.png"' onmouseout='rght.src="/right.png"' title="Psalm 47:7"><img src="/right.png" name="rght" border="0" alt="Psalm 47:7" /></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>