Isaiah 12:5
New International Version
Sing to the LORD, for he has done glorious things; let this be known to all the world.

New Living Translation
Sing to the LORD, for he has done wonderful things. Make known his praise around the world.

English Standard Version
“Sing praises to the LORD, for he has done gloriously; let this be made known in all the earth.

Berean Standard Bible
Sing to the LORD, for He has done glorious things. Let this be known in all the earth.

King James Bible
Sing unto the LORD; for he hath done excellent things: this is known in all the earth.

New King James Version
Sing to the LORD, For He has done excellent things; This is known in all the earth.

New American Standard Bible
Praise the LORD in song, for He has done glorious things; Let this be known throughout the earth.

NASB 1995
Praise the LORD in song, for He has done excellent things; Let this be known throughout the earth.

NASB 1977
Praise the LORD in song, for He has done excellent things; Let this be known throughout the earth.

Legacy Standard Bible
Praise Yahweh in song, for He has done majestic things; Let this be known throughout the earth.

Amplified Bible
Sing praises to the LORD, for He has done excellent and glorious things; Let this be known throughout the earth.

Christian Standard Bible
Sing to the LORD, for he has done glorious things. Let this be known throughout the earth.

Holman Christian Standard Bible
Sing to Yahweh, for He has done glorious things. Let this be known throughout the earth.

American Standard Version
Sing unto Jehovah; for he hath done excellent things: let this be known in all the earth.

Contemporary English Version
Because of your wonderful deeds we will sing your praises everywhere on earth."

English Revised Version
Sing unto the LORD; for he hath done excellent things: let this be known in all the earth.

GOD'S WORD® Translation
Make music to praise the LORD. He has done wonderful things. Let this be known throughout the earth.

Good News Translation
Sing to the LORD because of the great things he has done. Let the whole world hear the news.

International Standard Version
"Sing praises to the LORD, because he has acted gloriously, being made known in all the world.

Majority Standard Bible
Sing to the LORD, for He has done glorious things. Let this be known in all the earth.

NET Bible
Sing to the LORD, for he has done magnificent things, let this be known throughout the earth!

New Heart English Bible
Sing to the LORD, for he has done excellent things. Let this be known in all the earth.

Webster's Bible Translation
Sing to the LORD; for he hath done excellent things: this is known in all the earth.

World English Bible
Sing to Yahweh, for he has done excellent things! Let this be known in all the earth!
Literal Translations
Literal Standard Version
Praise YHWH, for He has done excellence, "" This is known in all the earth.

Young's Literal Translation
Praise ye Jehovah, for excellence He hath done, Known is this in all the earth.

Smith's Literal Translation
Strike the chords to Jehovah, for he did a lifting up: this being known in all the earth.
Catholic Translations
Douay-Rheims Bible
Sing ye to the Lord, for he hath done great things: shew this forth in all the earth.

Catholic Public Domain Version
Sing to the Lord, for he has acted magnificently! Announce it to the whole world!

New American Bible
Sing praise to the LORD for he has done glorious things; let this be known throughout all the earth.

New Revised Standard Version
Sing praises to the LORD, for he has done gloriously; let this be known in all the earth.
Translations from Aramaic
Lamsa Bible
Sing to the LORD; for he has done excellent things; this is known in all the earth.

Peshitta Holy Bible Translated
Sing to LORD JEHOVAH, because he has performed magnificence! This is known in all the Earth!”
OT Translations
JPS Tanakh 1917
Sing unto the LORD; for He hath done gloriously; This is made known in all the earth.

Brenton Septuagint Translation
Sing praise to the name of the Lord; for he has done great things: declare this in all the earth.

Additional Translations ...
Audio Bible



Context
Joyful Thanksgiving
4and 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. 5Sing to the LORD, for He has done glorious things. Let this be known in all the earth. 6Cry out and sing, O citizen of Zion, for great among you is the Holy One of Israel.”…

Cross References
Psalm 98:1-4
A Psalm. Sing to the LORD a new song, for He has done wonders; His right hand and holy arm have gained Him the victory. / The LORD has proclaimed His salvation and revealed His righteousness to the nations. / He has remembered His love and faithfulness to the house of Israel; all the ends of the earth have seen the salvation of our God. ...

Exodus 15:1-2
Then Moses and the Israelites sang this song to the LORD: “I will sing to the LORD, for He is highly exalted. The horse and rider He has thrown into the sea. / The LORD is my strength and my song, and He has become my salvation. He is my God, and I will praise Him, my father’s God, and I will exalt Him.

Psalm 105:1-2
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.

Psalm 96:1-3
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. / Declare His glory among the nations, His wonders among all peoples.

Psalm 40:3
He put a new song in my mouth, a hymn of praise to our God. Many will see and fear and put their trust in the LORD.

Psalm 66:1-2
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.

Psalm 145:4-7
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. ...

Psalm 9:11
Sing praises to the LORD, who dwells in Zion; proclaim His deeds among the nations.

Psalm 47:6-7
Sing praises to God, sing praises; sing praises to our King, sing praises! / For God is King of all the earth; sing to Him a psalm of praise.

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

Revelation 15:3-4
and they sang the song of God’s servant Moses and of the Lamb: “Great and wonderful are Your works, O Lord God Almighty! Just and true are Your ways, O King of the nations! / Who will not fear You, O Lord, and glorify Your name? For You alone are holy. All nations will come and worship before You, for Your righteous acts have been revealed.”

Revelation 5:9-10
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. / You have made them to be a kingdom and priests to serve our God, and they will reign upon the earth.”

Luke 1:46-49
Then Mary said: “My soul magnifies the Lord, / and my spirit rejoices in God my Savior! / For He has looked with favor on the humble state of His servant. From now on all generations will call me blessed. ...

Ephesians 5:19-20
Speak to one another with psalms, hymns, and spiritual songs. Sing and make music in your hearts to the Lord, / always giving thanks to God the Father for everything in the name of our Lord Jesus Christ.

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.


Treasury of Scripture

Sing to the LORD; for he has done excellent things: this is known in all the earth.

sing

Exodus 15:1,21
Then sang Moses and the children of Israel this song unto the LORD, and spake, saying, I will sing unto the LORD, for he hath triumphed gloriously: the horse and his rider hath he thrown into the sea…

Psalm 68:32-35
Sing unto God, ye kingdoms of the earth; O sing praises unto the Lord; Selah: …

Psalm 98:1
A Psalm. O sing unto the LORD a new song; for he hath done marvellous things: his right hand, and his holy arm, hath gotten him the victory.

this is known

Isaiah 40:9
O Zion, that bringest good tidings, get thee up into the high mountain; O Jerusalem, that bringest good tidings, lift up thy voice with strength; lift it up, be not afraid; say unto the cities of Judah, Behold your God!

Psalm 72:19
And blessed be his glorious name for ever: and let the whole earth be filled with his glory; Amen, and Amen.

Habakkuk 2:14
For the earth shall be filled with the knowledge of the glory of the LORD, as the waters cover the sea.

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Sing to the LORD
This phrase is a call to worship and praise, a common theme throughout the Psalms and prophetic writings. Singing to the LORD is an expression of joy and gratitude, often seen in the context of deliverance and salvation. In the ancient Near Eastern culture, music and singing were integral parts of religious ceremonies and celebrations. This call to sing is not just a personal act but a communal one, inviting the people of God to join together in worship.

for He has done glorious things
The "glorious things" refer to the mighty acts of God, particularly His deliverance and salvation of His people. In the context of Isaiah, this can be seen as a reference to the deliverance from Assyrian oppression and a future hope of ultimate salvation through the Messiah. The phrase echoes the song of Moses in Exodus 15, where the Israelites praised God for their deliverance from Egypt. It also points forward to the ultimate act of salvation through Jesus Christ, whose life, death, and resurrection are the most glorious acts of God.

Let this be known in all the earth
This phrase emphasizes the universal scope of God's salvation and the call to proclaim His deeds to all nations. It reflects the missional aspect of Israel's calling to be a light to the Gentiles, as seen in Isaiah 49:6. The proclamation of God's works is not limited to Israel but is intended for all the earth, foreshadowing the Great Commission in Matthew 28:19-20, where Jesus commands His followers to make disciples of all nations. This global perspective underscores the inclusivity of God's plan of redemption.

Persons / Places / Events
1. Isaiah
A major prophet in the Old Testament, Isaiah is the author of the book that bears his name. He prophesied during the reigns of several kings of Judah and is known for his messages of both judgment and hope.

2. The LORD (Yahweh)
The covenant name of God in the Hebrew Bible, emphasizing His eternal existence and faithfulness to His promises.

3. Judah
The southern kingdom of Israel, where Isaiah primarily ministered. The people of Judah were often the direct audience of Isaiah's prophecies.

4. The Nations
Refers to all the peoples of the earth, highlighting the universal scope of God's deeds and the call for all to recognize His glory.

5. The Glorious Things
This refers to the mighty acts of God, particularly His deliverance and salvation, which are to be proclaimed throughout the world.
Teaching Points
The Call to Worship
Isaiah 12:5 emphasizes the importance of worship through song, recognizing God's glorious deeds. Believers are encouraged to incorporate singing into their personal and corporate worship as a response to God's work in their lives.

Proclaiming God's Deeds
The verse calls for making God's works known throughout the earth. Christians are encouraged to share testimonies of God's faithfulness and salvation with others, both locally and globally.

Recognizing God's Glory
The "glorious things" God has done should lead to a deeper understanding and appreciation of His character. Believers are urged to meditate on God's attributes and actions, fostering a heart of gratitude and awe.

Universal Scope of God's Salvation
The call for all the earth to know God's deeds highlights the inclusivity of God's salvation plan. Christians are reminded of the Great Commission and the importance of evangelism and missions.

Joyful Response to Salvation
The context of Isaiah 12 is a song of praise for salvation. Believers are encouraged to respond to their own salvation with joy and to express this joy in their daily lives.(5) For he hath done excellent things.--Here, again, the Hebrew indicates an echo from Exodus 15:1 : "He hath triumphed gloriously."

Verse 5. - Sing unto the Lord; for he hath done excellent things. This is another quotation, very slightly modified, from the song of Moses, in which these words were part of the refrain (Exodus 15:1, 21). This is known; rather, let this be known; i.e. publish it - noise it abroad.

Parallel Commentaries ...


Hebrew
Sing
זַמְּר֣וּ (zam·mə·rū)
Verb - Piel - Imperative - masculine plural
Strong's 2167: Play, to make music, celebrate in song and music

to the LORD,
יְהוָ֔ה (Yah·weh)
Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 3068: LORD -- the proper name of the God of Israel

for
כִּ֥י (kî)
Conjunction
Strong's 3588: A relative conjunction

He has done
עָשָׂ֑ה (‘ā·śāh)
Verb - Qal - Perfect - third person masculine singular
Strong's 6213: To do, make

glorious things.
גֵא֖וּת (ḡê·’ūṯ)
Noun - feminine singular
Strong's 1348: Arrogance, majesty, ornament

Let this
זֹ֖את (zōṯ)
Pronoun - feminine singular
Strong's 2063: Hereby in it, likewise, the one other, same, she, so much, such deed, that,

be known
מוּדַ֥עַת (mū·ḏa·‘aṯ)
Verb - Hofal - Participle - feminine singular
Strong's 3045: To know

in all
בְּכָל־ (bə·ḵāl)
Preposition-b | Noun - masculine singular construct
Strong's 3605: The whole, all, any, every

the earth.
הָאָֽרֶץ׃ (hā·’ā·reṣ)
Article | Noun - feminine singular
Strong's 776: Earth, land


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