◄ Ephesians 5:19 ►
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New International Version
speaking to one another with psalms, hymns, and songs from the Spirit. Sing and make music from your heart to the Lord,

New Living Translation
singing psalms and hymns and spiritual songs among yourselves, and making music to the Lord in your hearts.

English Standard Version
addressing one another in psalms and hymns and spiritual songs, singing and making melody to the Lord with your heart,

Berean Standard Bible
Speak to one another with psalms, hymns, and spiritual songs. Sing and make music in your hearts to the Lord,

Berean Literal Bible
speaking to each other in psalms and hymns and spiritual songs, singing and making melody in your heart to the Lord,

King James Bible
Speaking to yourselves in psalms and hymns and spiritual songs, singing and making melody in your heart to the Lord;

New King James Version
speaking to one another in psalms and hymns and spiritual songs, singing and making melody in your heart to the Lord,

New American Standard Bible
speaking to one another in psalms and hymns and spiritual songs, singing and making melody with your hearts to the Lord;

NASB 1995
speaking to one another in psalms and hymns and spiritual songs, singing and making melody with your heart to the Lord;

NASB 1977
speaking to one another in psalms and hymns and spiritual songs, singing and making melody with your heart to the Lord;

Legacy Standard Bible
speaking to one another in psalms and hymns and spiritual songs, singing and making melody with your heart to the Lord;

Amplified Bible
Speak to one another in psalms and hymns and spiritual songs, [offering praise by] singing and making melody with your heart to the Lord;

Christian Standard Bible
speaking to one another in psalms, hymns, and spiritual songs, singing and making music with your heart to the Lord,

Holman Christian Standard Bible
speaking to one another in psalms, hymns, and spiritual songs, singing and making music from your heart to the Lord,

American Standard Version
speaking one to another in psalms and hymns and spiritual songs, singing and making melody with your heart to the Lord;

Contemporary English Version
When you meet together, sing psalms, hymns, and spiritual songs, as you praise the Lord with all your heart.

English Revised Version
speaking one to another in psalms and hymns and spiritual songs, singing and making melody with your heart to the Lord;

GOD'S WORD® Translation
by reciting psalms, hymns, and spiritual songs for your own good. Sing and make music to the Lord with your hearts.

Good News Translation
Speak to one another with the words of psalms, hymns, and sacred songs; sing hymns and psalms to the Lord with praise in your hearts.

International Standard Version
Then you will recite to one another psalms, hymns, and spiritual songs; you will sing and make music to the Lord with your hearts;

Majority Standard Bible
Speak to one another with psalms, hymns, and spiritual songs. Sing and make music in your hearts to the Lord,

NET Bible
speaking to one another in psalms, hymns, and spiritual songs, singing and making music in your hearts to the Lord,

New Heart English Bible
speaking to one another in psalms, hymns, and spiritual songs, singing and making music in your heart to the Lord;

Webster's Bible Translation
Speaking to yourselves in psalms, and hymns, and spiritual songs, singing and making melody in your heart to the Lord,

Weymouth New Testament
but drink deeply of God's Spirit. Speak to one another with psalms and hymns and spiritual songs. Sing and offer praise in your hearts to the Lord.

World English Bible
speaking to one another in psalms, hymns, and spiritual songs; singing and making melody in your heart to the Lord;
Literal Translations
Literal Standard Version
speaking to yourselves in psalms and hymns and spiritual songs, singing and making melody in your heart to the LORD,

Berean Literal Bible
speaking to each other in psalms and hymns and spiritual songs, singing and making melody in your heart to the Lord,

Young's Literal Translation
speaking to yourselves in psalms and hymns and spiritual songs, singing and making melody in your heart to the Lord,

Smith's Literal Translation
Speaking to yourselves on harps, and songs, and spiritual odes, singing and playing on the harp in your heart to the Lord;
Catholic Translations
Douay-Rheims Bible
Speaking to yourselves in psalms, and hymns, and spiritual canticles, singing and making melody in your hearts to the Lord;

Catholic Public Domain Version
speaking among yourselves in psalms and hymns and spiritual canticles, singing and reciting psalms to the Lord in your hearts,

New American Bible
addressing one another [in] psalms and hymns and spiritual songs, singing and playing to the Lord in your hearts,

New Revised Standard Version
as you sing psalms and hymns and spiritual songs among yourselves, singing and making melody to the Lord in your hearts,
Translations from Aramaic
Lamsa Bible
Speaking to your souls in psalms and hymns, and in spiritual songs, sing with your heart to the LORD;

Aramaic Bible in Plain English
But speak to yourselves in Psalms and hymns and songs of The Spirit; be singing in your hearts to THE LORD JEHOVAH.
NT Translations
Anderson New Testament
speaking to yourselves in psalms and hymns and spiritual songs, singing and making melody in your heart to the Lord,

Godbey New Testament
speaking one to another in psalms and hymns and spiritual songs, singing and making melody in your heart to the Lord,

Haweis New Testament
speaking one to another in psalms and hymns, and spiritual canticles, singing and making melody in the heart to the Lord;

Mace New Testament
expressing yourselves in psalms, in hymns, and spiritual songs; and let your hearts beat the time, in concerts of praises to the Lord,

Weymouth New Testament
but drink deeply of God's Spirit. Speak to one another with psalms and hymns and spiritual songs. Sing and offer praise in your hearts to the Lord.

Worrell New Testament
speaking to yourselves in psalms, and hymns, and spiritual songs, singing and making melody in your heart to the Lord;

Worsley New Testament
speaking to yourselves in psalms, and hymns, and spiritual songs, singing and making melody in your heart to the Lord:

Additional Translations ...
Audio Bible



Context
Children of Light
…18Do not get drunk on wine, which leads to reckless indiscretion. Instead, be filled with the Spirit. 19Speak to one another with psalms, hymns, and spiritual songs. Sing and make music in your hearts to the Lord, 20always giving thanks to God the Father for everything in the name of our Lord Jesus Christ.…
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Cross References
Colossians 3:16
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.

Psalm 95:1-2
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.

James 5:13
Is any one of you suffering? He should pray. Is anyone cheerful? He should sing praises.

Psalm 33:1-3
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.

1 Corinthians 14:15
What then shall I do? I will pray with my spirit, but I will also pray with my mind. I will sing with my spirit, but I will also sing with my mind.

Psalm 100:1-2
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.

Hebrews 13:15
Through Jesus, therefore, let us continually offer to God a sacrifice of praise, the fruit of lips that confess His name.

Psalm 147:1
Hallelujah! How good it is to sing praises to our God, how pleasant and lovely to praise Him!

1 Chronicles 16:9
Sing to Him, sing praises to Him; tell of all His wonders.

Psalm 105:2
Sing to Him, sing praises to Him; tell of all His wonders.

Acts 16:25
About midnight Paul and Silas were praying and singing hymns to God, and the other prisoners were listening to them.

Psalm 149:1
Hallelujah! Sing to the LORD a new song—His praise in the assembly of the godly.

1 Corinthians 14:26
What then shall we say, brothers? When you come together, everyone has a psalm or a teaching, a revelation, a tongue, or an interpretation. All of these must be done to build up the church.

Psalm 98:4-6
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.

Revelation 5:9
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.


Treasury of Scripture

Speaking to yourselves in psalms and hymns and spiritual songs, singing and making melody in your heart to the Lord;

to yourselves.

Acts 16:25
And at midnight Paul and Silas prayed, and sang praises unto God: and the prisoners heard them.

1 Corinthians 14:26
How is it then, brethren? when ye come together, every one of you hath a psalm, hath a doctrine, hath a tongue, hath a revelation, hath an interpretation. Let all things be done unto edifying.

Colossians 3:16
Let the word of Christ dwell in you richly in all wisdom; teaching and admonishing one another in psalms and hymns and spiritual songs, singing with grace in your hearts to the Lord.

psalms.

Psalm 95:2
Let us come before his presence with thanksgiving, and make a joyful noise unto him with psalms.

Psalm 105:2
Sing unto him, sing psalms unto him: talk ye of all his wondrous works.

Matthew 26:30
And when they had sung an hymn, they went out into the mount of Olives.

making.

Psalm 47:7,8
For God is the King of all the earth: sing ye praises with understanding…

Psalm 62:8
Trust in him at all times; ye people, pour out your heart before him: God is a refuge for us. Selah.

Psalm 86:12
I will praise thee, O Lord my God, with all my heart: and I will glorify thy name for evermore.

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Ephesians 5
1. After general exhortations to love;
3. to flee sexual immorality;
4. and all uncleanness;
7. not to converse with the wicked;
15. to walk carefully;
18. and to be filled with the Spirit;
22. he descends to the particular duties, how wives ought to obey their husbands;
25. and husbands ought to love their wives,
32. even as Christ does his church.














Berean Study Bible
Speak to one another
The phrase "speak to one another" emphasizes the communal aspect of Christian worship and fellowship. The Greek word used here is "λαλέω" (laleō), which means to talk or to communicate. This suggests an active engagement in sharing faith and encouragement among believers. Historically, early Christians gathered in homes and small groups, where communication was intimate and personal. This phrase underscores the importance of verbal encouragement and the sharing of spiritual truths within the body of Christ.

with psalms
"Psalms" refers to the sacred songs found in the Book of Psalms in the Old Testament. The Greek word "ψαλμός" (psalmos) indicates a song sung to the accompaniment of a stringed instrument. Psalms were integral to Jewish worship and were adopted by early Christians as a means of expressing worship and doctrine. They are rich in theology and emotion, providing a foundation for worship that is both deep and historical.

hymns
The term "hymns" comes from the Greek "ὕμνος" (hymnos), which denotes a song of praise directed to God. Unlike psalms, hymns were often composed by early Christians to express their faith in Christ and the new covenant. Hymns served as a way to teach doctrine and unite believers in a common confession of faith. They reflect the creativity and devotion of the early church in articulating their beliefs.

and spiritual songs
"Spiritual songs" translates from the Greek "ᾠδή πνευματική" (ōdē pneumatikē), indicating songs inspired by the Holy Spirit. These songs are characterized by their spiritual nature and are distinct from secular music. They are spontaneous expressions of worship and are often seen as a response to the work of the Holy Spirit within the believer. This phrase highlights the dynamic and living nature of Christian worship, which is not confined to formal structures but is open to the leading of the Spirit.

Sing and make music
The call to "sing and make music" is an invitation to express joy and gratitude through music. The Greek words "ᾄδω" (adō) and "ψάλλω" (psallō) suggest both vocal and instrumental music. This reflects the holistic nature of worship, engaging both the heart and the mind. Music has always been a powerful medium for worship, capable of expressing the inexpressible and drawing believers closer to God.

in your heart
The phrase "in your heart" emphasizes the internal, sincere nature of worship. The Greek "καρδία" (kardia) refers to the center of one's being, encompassing emotions, thoughts, and will. Worship is not merely an external act but a heartfelt response to God's grace and love. This internalization of worship ensures that it is genuine and not just a ritualistic performance.

to the Lord
Finally, "to the Lord" directs the focus of worship to God alone. The Greek "Κύριος" (Kyrios) is a title of respect and authority, acknowledging Jesus Christ as Lord. This phrase reminds believers that all worship is ultimately for God's glory and honor. It is a call to direct all expressions of praise and thanksgiving to the One who is worthy, ensuring that worship remains centered on God rather than on human experience or emotion.

Ellicott's Commentary for English Readers
(19) Speaking to yourselves in psalms and hymns and spiritual songs.--The same words are found in Colossians 3:16, with a notable difference of application. There the idea is of teaching: "teaching and admonishing one another;" here, simply of a natural vent for emotion, especially of thanksgiving, although probably here also "to yourselves" means "to one another," and refers, perhaps, chiefly to public worship. The well-known passage in Pliny, "Carmen dicere inter se invicem," describes alternate, possibly antiphonal, singing of such sacred music. Of the various kinds of this music, the "psalms" and "hymns" are easily distinguished. The "psalm," as the word itself implies, is music with instrumental accompaniment, and can hardly fail to refer to the Old Testament psalms, familiar in Jewish worship, and as we know, used in the first instance we have of apostolic worship (Acts 4:24). On their frequent use see 1Corinthians 14:26; James 5:12. The "hymn" is purely vocal music, apparently of the whole company (see Matthew 26:30; Acts 16:25), more especially directed to praise of God, and probably designating the new utterances of the Christian Church itself. But the interpretation of the "spiritual song," or "ode," is more difficult. It is often considered as inclusive of the other two (as etymologically it might well be), but the genius of the passage appears to make it co-ordinate, and so distinct from them. From the use of the word "song," or "ode," as applied to lyric poetry, it may perhaps be conjectured that it describes more varied and elaborate music, sung by one person only--a spiritual utterance of one for the whole congregation. In a passage of Philo (2 p. 476)--quoted by Dr. Lightfoot on Colossians 3:16--on Jewish sacred music, we read, "He who stands up sings a hymn composed in praise of God, either having made a new one for himself, or using an ancient one of the poets of days gone by." The Christian counterpart of this migh1Corinthians 14:26, a passage dealing expressly with special spiritual gifts. "Each one of you has a psalm." Evidently it might be strictly a "hymn" or "psalm," though in common usage (as here) it would be distinguished from both. . . .
Pulpit Commentary
Verse 19. - Speaking to one another. Literally, this would denote antiphonal singing, but this is rather an artificial idea for so simple times. It seems here to denote one person singing one hymn, then another another, and so on; and the meetings would seem to have been for social Christian enjoyment rather than for the public worship of God. In the Epistle to the Colossians it is, "Teaching and admonishing one another with psalms," and this has more of the idea of public worship; and if it be proper to express joyful feelings in the comparatively private social gatherings of Christians, it is proper to do the same in united public worship. In psalms and hymns and spiritual songs. The precise meaning of these terms is not easily seen; "psalms" we should naturally apply to the Old Testament psalms, but the want of the article makes the meaning more general, equivalent to "songs with the character of the psalms;" hymns, songs celebrating the praises of the Divine Being, Father, Son, and Holy Ghost; "spiritual songs" or odes of a more general cast, meditative, historical, hortatory, or didactic. But these must be "spiritual," such as the Holy Spirit would lead us to use and would use with us for our good. The two clauses correspond: "be filled with the Spirit;" "speaking in spiritual songs." Receive the Spirit - pour out the Spirit; let your songs be effusions sent forth from your hearts with the aroma of the Holy Spirit. Singing and making melody with your heart to the Lord; i.e. to the Lord Jesus. Some have argued that while ἄδοντες denotes singing, ψάλλοντες means striking the musical instrument. But ψάλλω is so frequently used in a more general sense, that it can hardly be restricted to this meaning here. The great thought is that this musical service must not be musical only, but a service of the heart, in rendering which the heart must be in a state of worship.

Parallel Commentaries ...


Greek
Speak
λαλοῦντες (lalountes)
Verb - Present Participle Active - Nominative Masculine Plural
Strong's 2980: A prolonged form of an otherwise obsolete verb; to talk, i.e. Utter words.

to one another
ἑαυτοῖς (heautois)
Reflexive Pronoun - Dative Masculine 3rd Person Plural
Strong's 1438: Himself, herself, itself.

with
ἐν (en)
Preposition
Strong's 1722: In, on, among. A primary preposition denoting position, and instrumentality, i.e. A relation of rest; 'in, ' at, on, by, etc.

psalms,
ψαλμοῖς (psalmois)
Noun - Dative Masculine Plural
Strong's 5568: From psallo; a set piece of music, i.e. A sacred ode; collectively, the book of the Psalms.

hymns,
ὕμνοις (hymnois)
Noun - Dative Masculine Plural
Strong's 5215: A hymn, sacred song, song of praise to God. Apparently from a simpler form of hudeo; a 'hymn' or religious ode.

and
καὶ (kai)
Conjunction
Strong's 2532: And, even, also, namely.

spiritual
πνευματικαῖς (pneumatikais)
Adjective - Dative Feminine Plural
Strong's 4152: Spiritual. From pneuma; non-carnal, i.e. ethereal, or a spirit, or supernatural, regenerate, religious.

songs.
ᾠδαῖς (ōdais)
Noun - Dative Feminine Plural
Strong's 5603: An ode, song, hymn. From aido; a chant or 'ode'.

Sing
ᾄδοντες (adontes)
Verb - Present Participle Active - Nominative Masculine Plural
Strong's 103: To sing.

and
καὶ (kai)
Conjunction
Strong's 2532: And, even, also, namely.

make music
ψάλλοντες (psallontes)
Verb - Present Participle Active - Nominative Masculine Plural
Strong's 5567: Probably strengthened from psao; to twitch or twang, i.e. To play on a stringed instrument.

in
τῇ (tē)
Article - Dative Feminine Singular
Strong's 3588: The, the definite article. Including the feminine he, and the neuter to in all their inflections; the definite article; the.

your
ὑμῶν (hymōn)
Personal / Possessive Pronoun - Genitive 2nd Person Plural
Strong's 4771: You. The person pronoun of the second person singular; thou.

hearts
καρδίᾳ (kardia)
Noun - Dative Feminine Singular
Strong's 2588: Prolonged from a primary kar; the heart, i.e. the thoughts or feelings; also the middle.

to the
τῷ (tō)
Article - Dative Masculine Singular
Strong's 3588: The, the definite article. Including the feminine he, and the neuter to in all their inflections; the definite article; the.

Lord,
Κυρίῳ (Kyriō)
Noun - Dative Masculine Singular
Strong's 2962: Lord, master, sir; the Lord. From kuros; supreme in authority, i.e. controller; by implication, Master.


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