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For he commanded and they were created.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/bsb/psalms/148.htm">Berean Standard Bible</a></span><br />Let them praise the name of the LORD, for He gave the command and they were created.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/kjv/psalms/148.htm">King James Bible</a></span><br />Let them praise the name of the LORD: for he commanded, and they were created.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nkjv/psalms/148.htm">New King James Version</a></span><br />Let them praise the name of the LORD, For He commanded and they were created.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb_/psalms/148.htm">New American Standard Bible</a></span><br />They are to praise the name of the LORD, For He commanded and they were created.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb/psalms/148.htm">NASB 1995</a></span><br />Let them praise the name of the LORD, For He commanded and they were created.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb77/psalms/148.htm">NASB 1977 </a></span><br />Let them praise the name of the LORD, For He commanded and they were created.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lsb/psalms/148.htm">Legacy Standard Bible </a></span><br />Let them praise the name of Yahweh, For He commanded and they were created.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/amp/psalms/148.htm">Amplified Bible</a></span><br />Let them praise the name of the LORD, For He commanded and they were created.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/csb/psalms/148.htm">Christian Standard Bible</a></span><br />Let them praise the name of the LORD, for he commanded, and they were created.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/hcsb/psalms/148.htm">Holman Christian Standard Bible</a></span><br />Let them praise the name of Yahweh, for He commanded, and they were created. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/asv/psalms/148.htm">American Standard Version</a></span><br />Let them praise the name of Jehovah; For he commanded, and they were created.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/cev/psalms/148.htm">Contemporary English Version</a></span><br />Let all things praise the name of the LORD, because they were created at his command. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/erv/psalms/148.htm">English Revised Version</a></span><br />Let them praise the name of the LORD: for he commanded, and they were created.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/gwt/psalms/148.htm">GOD'S WORD® Translation</a></span><br />Let them praise the name of the LORD because they were created by his command.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/gnt/psalms/148.htm">Good News Translation</a></span><br />Let them all praise the name of the LORD! He commanded, and they were created; <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/isv/psalms/148.htm">International Standard Version</a></span><br />Let them praise the name of the LORD, for he himself gave the command that they be created.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/net/psalms/148.htm">NET Bible</a></span><br />Let them praise the name of the LORD, for he gave the command and they came into existence. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nheb/psalms/148.htm">New Heart English Bible</a></span><br />Let them praise the name of the LORD, For he commanded, and they were created.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/wbt/psalms/148.htm">Webster's Bible Translation</a></span><br />Let them praise the name of the LORD: for he commanded, and they were created.<div class="vheading2"><b>Majority Text Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/msb/psalms/148.htm">Majority Standard Bible</a></span><br />Let them praise the name of the LORD, for He gave the command and they were created.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/web/psalms/148.htm">World English Bible</a></span><br />Let them praise Yahweh’s name, for he commanded, and they were created. <div class="vheading2"><b>Literal Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lsv/psalms/148.htm">Literal Standard Version</a></span><br />They praise the Name of YHWH, "" For He commanded, and they were created.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/ylt/psalms/148.htm">Young's Literal Translation</a></span><br /> They do praise the name of Jehovah, For He commanded, and they were created.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/slt/psalms/148.htm">Smith's Literal Translation</a></span><br />They shall praise the name of Jehovah, for he commanded and they were created:<div class="vheading2"><b>Catholic Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/drb/psalms/148.htm">Douay-Rheims Bible</a></span><br />praise the name of the Lord. For he spoke, and they were made: he commanded, and they were created. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/cpdv/psalms/148.htm">Catholic Public Domain Version</a></span><br />praise the name of the Lord. For he spoke, and they became. He commanded, and they were created.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nabre/psalms/148.htm">New American Bible</a></span><br />Let them all praise the LORD’s name; for he commanded and they were created, <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nrsvce/psalms/148.htm">New Revised Standard Version</a></span><br />Let them praise the name of the LORD, for he commanded and they were created.<div class="vheading2"><b>Translations from Aramaic</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lamsa/psalms/148.htm">Lamsa Bible</a></span><br />Let them praise the name of the LORD; for he spoke and they were made, he commanded and they were created.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/hpbt/psalms/148.htm">Peshitta Holy Bible Translated</a></span><br />Let them praise The Name of LORD JEHOVAH because he spoke and they existed; he commanded and they were created!<div class="vheading2"><b>OT Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/jps/psalms/148.htm">JPS Tanakh 1917</a></span><br />Let them praise the name of the LORD; For He commanded, and they were created.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/sep/psalms/148.htm">Brenton Septuagint Translation</a></span><br />Let them praise the name of the Lord: for he spoke, and they were made; he commanded, and they were created.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/parallel/psalms/148-5.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=18272" 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/148.htm">Praise the LORD From the Heavens!</a></span><br>…<span class="reftext">4</span>Praise Him, O highest heavens, and you waters above the skies. <span class="reftext">5</span><span class="highl"><a href="/hebrew/1984.htm" title="1984: yə·hal·lū (V-Piel-Imperf-3mp) -- To shine.">Let them praise</a> <a href="/hebrew/853.htm" title="853: ’eṯ- (DirObjM) -- Apparent contracted from 'owth in the demonstrative sense of entity; properly, self."></a> <a href="/hebrew/8034.htm" title="8034: šêm (N-msc) -- A primitive word; an appellation, as a mark or memorial of individuality; by implication honor, authority, character.">the name</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.">of the LORD,</a> <a href="/hebrew/3588.htm" title="3588: kî (Conj) -- That, for, when. ">for</a> <a href="/hebrew/1931.htm" title="1931: hū (Pro-3ms) -- He, she, it. ">He</a> <a href="/hebrew/6680.htm" title="6680: ṣiw·wāh (V-Piel-Perf-3ms) -- To lay charge (upon), give charge (to), command, order. A primitive root; to constitute, enjoin.">gave the command</a> <a href="/hebrew/1254.htm" title="1254: wə·niḇ·rā·’ū (Conj-w:: V-Nifal-ConjPerf-3cp) -- To create, to cut down, select, feed. A primitive root; to create; to cut down, select, feed.">and they were created.</a> </span><span class="reftext">6</span>He established them forever and ever; He issued a decree that will never pass away.…<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="/genesis/1-1.htm">Genesis 1:1-3</a></span><br />In the beginning God created the heavens and the earth. / Now the earth was formless and void, and darkness was over the surface of the deep. And the Spirit of God was hovering over the surface of the waters. / And God said, “Let there be light,” and there was light.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/colossians/1-16.htm">Colossians 1:16</a></span><br />For in Him all things were created, things in heaven and on earth, visible and invisible, whether thrones or dominions or rulers or authorities. All things were created through Him and for Him.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/john/1-1.htm">John 1:1-3</a></span><br />In the beginning was the Word, and the Word was with God, and the Word was God. / He was with God in the beginning. / Through Him all things were made, and without Him nothing was made that has been made.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/hebrews/11-3.htm">Hebrews 11:3</a></span><br />By faith we understand that the universe was formed at God’s command, so that what is seen was not made out of what was visible.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/revelation/4-11.htm">Revelation 4:11</a></span><br />“Worthy are You, our Lord and God, to receive glory and honor and power, for You created all things; by Your will they exist and were created.”<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/nehemiah/9-6.htm">Nehemiah 9:6</a></span><br />You alone are the LORD. You created the heavens, the highest heavens with all their host, the earth and all that is on it, the seas and all that is in them. You give life to all things, and the host of heaven worships You.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/isaiah/45-12.htm">Isaiah 45:12</a></span><br />It is I who made the earth and created man upon it. It was My hands that stretched out the heavens, and I ordained all their host.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/isaiah/40-26.htm">Isaiah 40:26</a></span><br />Lift up your eyes on high: Who created all these? He leads forth the starry host by number; He calls each one by name. Because of His great power and mighty strength, not one of them is missing.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/job/38-4.htm">Job 38:4-7</a></span><br />Where were you when I laid the foundations of the earth? Tell Me, if you have understanding. / Who fixed its measurements? Surely you know! Or who stretched a measuring line across it? / On what were its foundations set, or who laid its cornerstone, ...<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/jeremiah/10-12.htm">Jeremiah 10:12</a></span><br />The LORD made the earth by His power; He established the world by His wisdom and stretched out the heavens by His understanding.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/psalms/33-6.htm">Psalm 33:6</a></span><br />By the word of the LORD the heavens were made, and all the stars by the breath of His mouth.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/psalms/33-9.htm">Psalm 33:9</a></span><br />For He spoke, and it came to be; He commanded, and it stood firm.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/romans/11-36.htm">Romans 11:36</a></span><br />For from Him and through Him and to Him are all things. To Him be the glory forever! Amen.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/1_corinthians/8-6.htm">1 Corinthians 8:6</a></span><br />yet for us there is but one God, the Father, from whom all things came and for whom we exist. And there is but one Lord, Jesus Christ, through whom all things came and through whom we exist.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/acts/17-24.htm">Acts 17:24-25</a></span><br />The God who made the world and everything in it is the Lord of heaven and earth and does not live in temples made by human hands. / Nor is He served by human hands, as if He needed anything, because He Himself gives everyone life and breath and everything else.</div><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a name="tsk" id="tsk"><div class="vheading">Treasury of Scripture</div><p class="tsk2">Let them praise the name of the LORD: for he commanded, and they were created.</p><p class="hdg">for he</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/psalms/33-6.htm">Psalm 33:6-9</a></b></br> By the word of the LORD were the heavens made; and all the host of them by the breath of his mouth… </p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/psalms/95-5.htm">Psalm 95:5</a></b></br> The sea <i>is</i> his, and he made it: and his hands formed the dry <i>land</i>.</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/genesis/1-1.htm">Genesis 1:1,2,6</a></b></br> In the beginning God created the heaven and the earth… </p><div class="vheading">Jump to Previous</div><a href="/psalms/133-3.htm">Commanded</a> <a href="/psalms/139-13.htm">Created</a> <a href="/psalms/119-133.htm">Order</a> <a href="/psalms/148-4.htm">Praise</a><div class="vheading2">Jump to Next</div><a href="/isaiah/13-3.htm">Commanded</a> <a href="/proverbs/8-22.htm">Created</a> <a href="/proverbs/24-27.htm">Order</a> <a href="/psalms/148-7.htm">Praise</a><div class="vheading2">Psalm 148</div><span class="reftext">1. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/psalms/148-1.htm">The psalmist exhorts the celestial</a></span><br><span class="reftext">7. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/psalms/148-7.htm">The terrestrial</a></span><br><span class="reftext">11. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/psalms/148-11.htm">And the rational creatures to praise God</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/148.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/148.htm" title="Chapter summary and Study">Chapter </a></tr></table></div><b>Let them praise the name of the LORD</b><br>This phrase calls all creation to worship God, emphasizing the importance of acknowledging His sovereignty and majesty. The "name of the LORD" signifies His character and authority. In biblical times, a name was more than a label; it represented the essence of a person. The call to praise is universal, extending to all beings, reflecting the theme of creation's purpose found in <a href="/genesis/1.htm">Genesis 1</a>. The Psalms frequently emphasize the importance of praising God (e.g., <a href="/psalms/150.htm">Psalm 150</a>), and this verse aligns with the broader biblical narrative that all creation exists to glorify God (<a href="/isaiah/43-7.htm">Isaiah 43:7</a>).<p><b>for He gave the command</b><br>This highlights God's omnipotence and the power of His word. The act of creation by divine command is a central theme in <a href="/genesis/1.htm">Genesis 1</a>, where God speaks the universe into existence. This underscores the concept of God as the ultimate authority and creator, whose will is enacted through His word. The phrase also connects to the New Testament, where Jesus is described as the Word (<a href="/john/1.htm">John 1:1-3</a>), indicating the divine power and authority inherent in God's commands.<p><b>and they were created</b><br>This phrase affirms the immediate and effective nature of God's creative power. It reflects the biblical teaching that creation is not a result of chance but a deliberate act of God. The passive construction "were created" emphasizes God's sole agency in creation, aligning with passages like <a href="/colossians/1-16.htm">Colossians 1:16</a>, which states that all things were created through and for Christ. This also points to the idea of creation ex nihilo, meaning "out of nothing," a doctrine that underscores God's unique ability to bring forth existence from non-existence.<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 sovereign authority over creation.<br><br>2. <b><a href="/topical/c/creation.htm">Creation</a></b><br>Refers to the heavens, the earth, and all living beings, which are called to praise God as their Creator.<br><br>3. <b><a href="/topical/t/the_psalmist.htm">The Psalmist</a></b><br>The author of the psalm, traditionally believed to be King David, who calls all creation to worship God.<br><br>4. <b><a href="/topical/h/heavenly_hosts.htm">Heavenly Hosts</a></b><br>Includes angels and celestial bodies, which are part of the creation that praises God.<br><br>5. <b><a href="/topical/e/earthly_creation.htm">Earthly Creation</a></b><br>Encompasses all living creatures and natural elements on earth, highlighting the universality of God's creative power.<div class="vheading2">Teaching Points</div><b><a href="/topical/t/the_authority_of_god's_command.htm">The Authority of God's Command</a></b><br>God's word is powerful and authoritative, bringing creation into existence. This underscores the importance of trusting in His commands and promises in our lives.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/t/the_purpose_of_creation.htm">The Purpose of Creation</a></b><br>All creation exists to praise and glorify God. As part of His creation, our lives should reflect worship and gratitude towards Him.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/t/the_universality_of_worship.htm">The Universality of Worship</a></b><br>Every part of creation, from the heavens to the earth, is called to worship God. This reminds us of the communal and universal nature of worship, transcending individual and cultural boundaries.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/t/the_sovereignty_of_god.htm">The Sovereignty of God</a></b><br>God's ability to create by command demonstrates His sovereignty over all things. Recognizing His control can bring peace and assurance in times of uncertainty.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/l/living_in_awe_of_the_creator.htm">Living in Awe of the Creator</a></b><br>Reflecting on the majesty and complexity of creation should lead us to a deeper awe and reverence for God, inspiring us to live in a way that honors Him.<div class="vheading2">Lists and Questions</div><a href="/top10/lessons_from_psalm_148.htm">Top 10 Lessons from Psalm 148</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/does_psalm_148_5_imply_instant_creation.htm">Does the command for creation to praise God suggest a literal instant creation, conflicting with evolutionary theory? (Psalm 148:5) </a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/did_2_3_of_angels_stay_with_god.htm">Did two-thirds of the angels remain with God?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/what_does_the_bible_say_about_angels.htm">What does the Bible say about angels?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/why_do_reefs_show_ancient_growth_rates.htm">Why do coral reef growth rates indicate an age of hundreds of thousands of years?</a><a name="commentary" id="commentary"></a><div class="vheading2"><a href="/commentaries/pulpit/psalms/148.htm">Pulpit Commentary</a></div><span class="cmt_sub_title">Verse 5.</span> - <span class="cmt_word">Let them praise the Name of the Lord</span>. Frequent changes of person, when no doubt can arise as to the meaning, are a sort of Hebrew idiom. They give liveliness and variety. <span class="cmt_word">For he commanded, and they were created</span> (<a href="/genesis/1-3.htm">Genesis 1:3, 6, 9, 11, 14, 15</a>, etc.). All creation sprang into being at the word of God (<a href="/psalms/33-8.htm">Psalm 33:8</a>). <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/commentaries/psalms/148-5.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">Let them praise</span><br /><span class="heb">יְֽ֭הַֽלְלוּ</span> <span class="translit">(yə·hal·lū)</span><br /><span class="parse">Verb - Piel - Imperfect - third person 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">the name</span><br /><span class="heb">שֵׁ֣ם</span> <span class="translit">(šêm)</span><br /><span class="parse">Noun - masculine singular construct<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_8034.htm">Strong's 8034: </a> </span><span class="str2">A name</span><br /><br /><span class="word">of 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">for</span><br /><span class="heb">כִּ֤י</span> <span class="translit">(kî)</span><br /><span class="parse">Conjunction<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_3588.htm">Strong's 3588: </a> </span><span class="str2">A relative conjunction</span><br /><br /><span class="word">He</span><br /><span class="heb">ה֭וּא</span> <span class="translit">(hū)</span><br /><span class="parse">Pronoun - third person masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_1931.htm">Strong's 1931: </a> </span><span class="str2">He, self, the same, this, that, as, are</span><br /><br /><span class="word">gave the command</span><br /><span class="heb">צִוָּ֣ה</span> <span class="translit">(ṣiw·wāh)</span><br /><span class="parse">Verb - Piel - Perfect - third person masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_6680.htm">Strong's 6680: </a> </span><span class="str2">To lay charge (upon), give charge (to), command, order</span><br /><br /><span class="word">and they were created.</span><br /><span class="heb">וְנִבְרָֽאוּ׃</span> <span class="translit">(wə·niḇ·rā·’ū)</span><br /><span class="parse">Conjunctive waw | Verb - Nifal - Conjunctive perfect - third person common plural<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_1254.htm">Strong's 1254: </a> </span><span class="str2">To create, to cut down, select, feed</span><br /><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><div class="vheading">Links</div><a href="/niv/psalms/148-5.htm">Psalm 148:5 NIV</a><br /><a href="/nlt/psalms/148-5.htm">Psalm 148:5 NLT</a><br /><a href="/esv/psalms/148-5.htm">Psalm 148:5 ESV</a><br /><a href="/nasb/psalms/148-5.htm">Psalm 148:5 NASB</a><br /><a href="/kjv/psalms/148-5.htm">Psalm 148:5 KJV</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="//bibleapps.com/psalms/148-5.htm">Psalm 148:5 BibleApps.com</a><br /><a href="//bibliaparalela.com/psalms/148-5.htm">Psalm 148:5 Biblia Paralela</a><br /><a href="//holybible.com.cn/psalms/148-5.htm">Psalm 148:5 Chinese Bible</a><br /><a href="//saintebible.com/psalms/148-5.htm">Psalm 148:5 French Bible</a><br /><a href="/catholic/psalms/148-5.htm">Psalm 148:5 Catholic Bible</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/psalms/148-5.htm">OT Poetry: Psalm 148:5 Let them praise the name of Yahweh (Psalm Ps Psa.) </a></div></div></td></tr></table></div><div id="left"><a href="/psalms/148-4.htm" onmouseover='lft.src="/leftgif.png"' onmouseout='lft.src="/left.png"' title="Psalm 148:4"><img src="/left.png" name="lft" border="0" alt="Psalm 148:4" /></a></div><div id="right"><a href="/psalms/148-6.htm" onmouseover='rght.src="/rightgif.png"' onmouseout='rght.src="/right.png"' title="Psalm 148:6"><img src="/right.png" name="rght" border="0" alt="Psalm 148:6" /></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>