Psalm 144:9
New International Version
I will sing a new song to you, my God; on the ten-stringed lyre I will make music to you,

New Living Translation
I will sing a new song to you, O God! I will sing your praises with a ten-stringed harp.

English Standard Version
I will sing a new song to you, O God; upon a ten-stringed harp I will play to you,

Berean Standard Bible
I will sing to You a new song, O God; on a harp of ten strings I will make music to You—

King James Bible
I will sing a new song unto thee, O God: upon a psaltery and an instrument of ten strings will I sing praises unto thee.

New King James Version
I will sing a new song to You, O God; On a harp of ten strings I will sing praises to You,

New American Standard Bible
God, I will sing a new song to You; On a harp of ten strings I will sing praises to You,

NASB 1995
I will sing a new song to You, O God; Upon a harp of ten strings I will sing praises to You,

NASB 1977
I will sing a new song to Thee, O God; Upon a harp of ten strings I will sing praises to Thee,

Legacy Standard Bible
O God, I will sing a new song to You; Upon a harp of ten strings I will sing praises to You,

Amplified Bible
I will sing a new song to You, O God; Upon a harp of ten strings I will sing praises to You,

Christian Standard Bible
God, I will sing a new song to you; I will play on a ten-stringed harp for you —

Holman Christian Standard Bible
God, I will sing a new song to You; I will play on a ten-stringed harp for You—

American Standard Version
I will sing a new song unto thee, O God: Upon a psaltery of ten strings will I sing praises unto thee.

Contemporary English Version
In praise of you, our God, I will sing a new song, while playing my harp.

English Revised Version
I will sing a new song unto thee, O God: upon a psaltery of ten strings will I sing praises unto thee.

GOD'S WORD® Translation
O God, I will sing a new song to you. I will sing a psalm to you on a ten-stringed harp.

Good News Translation
I will sing you a new song, O God; I will play the harp and sing to you.

International Standard Version
God, I will sing a new song to you. On a harp of ten strings I will play to you—

Majority Standard Bible
I will sing to You a new song, O God; on a harp of ten strings I will make music to You?

NET Bible
O God, I will sing a new song to you! Accompanied by a ten-stringed instrument, I will sing praises to you,

New Heart English Bible
I will sing a new song to you, God. On a ten-stringed lyre, I will sing praises to you.

Webster's Bible Translation
I will sing a new song to thee, O God: upon a psaltery and an instrument of ten strings will I sing praises to thee.

World English Bible
I will sing a new song to you, God. On a ten-stringed lyre, I will sing praises to you.
Literal Translations
Literal Standard Version
O God, I sing to You a new song, "" I sing praise to You on a stringed instrument of ten strings.

Young's Literal Translation
O God, a new song I sing to Thee, On a psaltery of ten strings I sing praise to Thee.

Smith's Literal Translation
O God, a new song will I sing to thee; with an instrument of ten strings, I will play on the harp to thee.
Catholic Translations
Douay-Rheims Bible
To thee, O God, I will sing a new canticle: on the psaltery and an instrument of ten strings I will sing praises to thee.

Catholic Public Domain Version
To you, O God, I will sing a new song. On the psaltery, with an instrument of ten strings, I will sing psalms to you.

New American Bible
O God, a new song I will sing to you; on a ten-stringed lyre I will play for you.

New Revised Standard Version
I will sing a new song to you, O God; upon a ten-stringed harp I will play to you,
Translations from Aramaic
Lamsa Bible
I will sing a new song to thee, O God; upon a psaltery and an instrument of ten strings will I sing praises to thee.

Peshitta Holy Bible Translated
Oh God, I shall sing a new song to you, and with a harp of ten strings I shall sing praise to you!
OT Translations
JPS Tanakh 1917
O God, I will sing a new song unto Thee, Upon a psaltery of ten strings will I sing praises unto Thee;

Brenton Septuagint Translation
O God, I will sing a new song to thee: I will play to thee on a psaltery of ten strings.

Additional Translations ...
Audio Bible



Context
Blessed Be the LORD, My Rock
8whose mouths speak falsehood, whose right hands are deceitful. 9I will sing to You a new song, O God; on a harp of ten strings I will make music to You— 10to Him who gives victory to kings, who frees His servant David from the deadly sword.…

Cross References
Psalm 33:2-3
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.

Psalm 98:1
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.

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

Isaiah 42:10
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.

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.

Ephesians 5:19
Speak to one another with psalms, hymns, and spiritual songs. Sing and make music in your hearts to the Lord,

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 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 96:1
Sing to the LORD a new song; sing to the LORD, all the earth.

Psalm 108:1-3
A song. A Psalm of David. My heart is steadfast, O God; I will sing and make music with all my being. / Awake, O harp and lyre! I will awaken the dawn. / I will praise You, O LORD, among the nations; I will sing Your praises among the peoples.

Psalm 57:7-9
My heart is steadfast, O God, my heart is steadfast. I will sing and make music. / Awake, my glory! Awake, O harp and lyre! I will awaken the dawn. / I will praise You, O Lord, among the nations; I will sing Your praises among the peoples.

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

1 Chronicles 16:23
Sing to the LORD, all the earth. Proclaim His salvation day after day.

Isaiah 24:14-16
They raise their voices, they shout for joy; from the west they proclaim the majesty of the LORD. / Therefore glorify the LORD in the east. Extol the name of the LORD, the God of Israel in the islands of the sea. / From the ends of the earth we hear singing: “Glory to the Righteous One.” But I said, “I am wasting away! I am wasting away! Woe is me.” The treacherous betray; the treacherous deal in treachery.

Revelation 14:3
And they sang a new song before the throne and before the four living creatures and the elders. And no one could learn the song except the 144,000 who had been redeemed from the earth.


Treasury of Scripture

I will sing a new song to you, O God: on a psaltery and an instrument of ten strings will I sing praises to you.

sing a new

Psalm 33:2,3
Praise the LORD with harp: sing unto him with the psaltery and an instrument of ten strings…

Psalm 40:3
And he hath put a new song in my mouth, even praise unto our God: many shall see it, and fear, and shall trust in the LORD.

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.

upon

Psalm 81:1-3
To the chief Musician upon Gittith, A Psalm of Asaph. Sing aloud unto God our strength: make a joyful noise unto the God of Jacob…

Psalm 108:2,3
Awake, psaltery and harp: I myself will awake early…

Psalm 150:3-5
Praise him with the sound of the trumpet: praise him with the psaltery and harp…

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Psalm 144
1. David blesses God for his mercy both to him and to man
5. He prays that God would powerfully deliver him from his enemies
9. He promises to praise God
11. He prays for the happy state of the kingdom














I will sing to You a new song, O God;
The phrase "I will sing to You a new song" signifies a fresh expression of worship and praise. In biblical context, a "new song" often marks a new act of God's deliverance or a fresh revelation of His character (Psalm 33:3, Revelation 5:9). It reflects a personal and communal response to God's ongoing work in the world. Historically, the Psalms were used in temple worship, and a "new song" could indicate a new composition for a specific occasion or event. This phrase also points to the eschatological hope of a renewed creation where God's people will continually offer new songs of praise.

on a harp of ten strings I will make music to You—
The "harp of ten strings" refers to a specific musical instrument used in ancient Israelite worship. Harps were common in the temple and royal courts, and the number of strings could vary. The ten-stringed harp suggests a complete and harmonious sound, symbolizing the fullness of worship offered to God. In the cultural context, music was an integral part of worship and celebration, and skilled musicians were often employed in the temple (1 Chronicles 25:1-6). This phrase emphasizes the use of one's talents and resources to glorify God, aligning with the biblical theme of worshiping God with all one's heart, soul, and might (Deuteronomy 6:5). The act of making music to God is a form of prayer and devotion, reflecting the believer's desire to honor God with excellence and creativity.

Persons / Places / Events
1. David
Traditionally attributed as the author of Psalm 144, David was the second king of Israel, known for his musical talents and deep relationship with God. His life was marked by both triumphs and trials, and he often expressed his faith through psalms and songs.

2. God
The central figure to whom the psalm is addressed. In this verse, God is the recipient of David's new song, highlighting His worthiness of praise and worship.

3. Harp of Ten Strings
An ancient musical instrument used in worship. The harp symbolizes the beauty and complexity of music dedicated to God, reflecting the creativity and devotion of the worshiper.
Teaching Points
The Importance of Newness in Worship
Worship should be dynamic and fresh, reflecting our ongoing relationship with God. Just as David sang a new song, we are encouraged to continually renew our expressions of praise.

The Role of Music in Worship
Music is a powerful tool for worship, capable of expressing the depths of our emotions and devotion. Instruments like the harp can enhance our worship experience, making it more vibrant and heartfelt.

Personal Devotion and Creativity
Each believer is called to bring their unique gifts and creativity to worship. Whether through music, art, or other forms, our offerings should be personal and sincere.

God's Worthiness of Praise
God is always deserving of our highest praise. Our worship should reflect His majesty and goodness, acknowledging His role as the Creator and Sustainer of all.

The Continuity of Worship
Worship is not confined to a single moment or place; it is a continuous act that permeates our lives. We are called to live in a state of worship, constantly offering new songs of praise.(9) See Psalm 33:2-3.

O God.--The only instance of Elohim in the last two books of the psalter with the exception of Psalms 108, which is a compilation from two older songs.

Verse 9. - I will sing a new song unto thee, O God. Another change of strain. The psalmist returns to his original theme of the praise of God (see vers. 1, 2), and promises a "new song," as in Psalm 40:3. Upon a psaltery and an instrument of ten strings will I sing praises unto thee; rather, upon a psaltery of ten strings (see the Revised Version, and comp. Psalm 33:2). Assyrian harps had commonly, in the earlier ages, either eight, nine, or ten strings ('Ancient Monarchies,' vol. 1. p. 530, 2nd edit.).

Parallel Commentaries ...


Hebrew
I will sing
שִׁ֣יר (šîr)
Noun - masculine singular
Strong's 7891: To sing

to You
לָּ֑ךְ (lāḵ)
Preposition | second person feminine singular
Strong's Hebrew

a new
חָ֭דָשׁ (ḥā·ḏāš)
Adjective - masculine singular
Strong's 2319: New

song,
אָשִׁ֣ירָה (’ā·šî·rāh)
Verb - Qal - Imperfect Cohortative - first person common singular
Strong's 7892: A song, singing

O God;
אֱ‍ֽלֹהִ֗ים (’ĕlō·hîm)
Noun - masculine plural
Strong's 430: gods -- the supreme God, magistrates, a superlative

on a harp
בְּנֵ֥בֶל (bə·nê·ḇel)
Preposition-b | Noun - masculine singular construct
Strong's 5035: A skin-bag for, liquids, a vase, a lyre

of ten strings
עָ֝שׂ֗וֹר (‘ā·śō·wr)
Noun - masculine singular
Strong's 6218: Ten, by abbreviated form ten strings, a decachord

I will make music
אֲזַמְּרָה־ (’ă·zam·mə·rāh-)
Verb - Piel - Imperfect Cohortative - first person common singular
Strong's 2167: Play, to make music, celebrate in song and music

to You,
לָּֽךְ׃ (lāḵ)
Preposition | second person feminine singular
Strong's Hebrew


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