Verse (Click for Chapter) New International Version Praise the LORD. Sing to the LORD a new song, his praise in the assembly of his faithful people. New Living Translation Praise the LORD! Sing to the LORD a new song. Sing his praises in the assembly of the faithful. English Standard Version Praise the LORD! Sing to the LORD a new song, his praise in the assembly of the godly! Berean Standard Bible Hallelujah! Sing to the LORD a new song—His praise in the assembly of the godly. King James Bible Praise ye the LORD. Sing unto the LORD a new song, and his praise in the congregation of saints. New King James Version Praise the LORD! Sing to the LORD a new song, And His praise in the assembly of saints. New American Standard Bible Praise the LORD! Sing a new song to the LORD, And His praise in the congregation of the godly ones. NASB 1995 Praise the LORD! Sing to the LORD a new song, And His praise in the congregation of the godly ones. NASB 1977 Praise the LORD! Sing to the LORD a new song, And His praise in the congregation of the godly ones. Legacy Standard Bible Praise Yah! Sing to Yahweh a new song, His praise in the assembly of the holy ones. Amplified Bible Praise the LORD! Sing to the LORD a new song, And praise Him in the congregation of His godly ones (believers). Christian Standard Bible Hallelujah! Sing to the LORD a new song, his praise in the assembly of the faithful. Holman Christian Standard Bible Hallelujah! Sing to the LORD a new song, His praise in the assembly of the godly. American Standard Version Praise ye Jehovah. Sing unto Jehovah a new song, And his praise in the assembly of the saints. Contemporary English Version Shout praises to the LORD! Sing him a new song of praise when his loyal people meet. English Revised Version Praise ye the LORD. Sing unto the LORD a new song, and his praise in the assembly of the saints. GOD'S WORD® Translation Hallelujah! Sing a new song to the LORD. Sing his praise in the assembly of godly people. Good News Translation Praise the LORD! Sing a new song to the LORD; praise him in the assembly of his faithful people! International Standard Version Hallelujah! Sing a new song to the LORD, praising him where the godly gather together. NET Bible Praise the LORD! Sing to the LORD a new song! Praise him in the assembly of the godly! New Heart English Bible Praise the LORD. Sing to the LORD a new song, his praise in the assembly of the faithful ones. Webster's Bible Translation Praise ye the LORD. Sing to the LORD a new song, and his praise in the congregation of saints. Majority Text Translations Majority Standard BibleHallelujah! Sing to the LORD a new song—His praise in the assembly of the godly. World English Bible Praise Yahweh! Sing to Yahweh a new song, his praise in the assembly of the saints. Literal Translations Literal Standard VersionPraise YAH! Sing to YHWH a new song, "" His praise in an assembly of saints. Young's Literal Translation Praise ye Jah! Sing ye to Jehovah a new song, His praise in an assembly of saints. Smith's Literal Translation Praise ye Jah. Sing to Jehovah a new song, his praise in the convocation of his godly ones. Catholic Translations Douay-Rheims BibleSing ye to the Lord a new canticle: let his praise be in the church of the saints. Catholic Public Domain Version Alleluia. Sing to the Lord a new song. His praise is in the Church of the saints. New American Bible Hallelujah! Sing to the LORD a new song, his praise in the assembly of the faithful. New Revised Standard Version Praise the LORD! Sing to the LORD a new song, his praise in the assembly of the faithful. Translations from Aramaic Lamsa BiblePRAISE the LORD. Sing to the LORD a new song, and his praise in the congregation of saints. Peshitta Holy Bible Translated Sing to LORD JEHOVAH a new song, his glory in the congregation of the righteous! OT Translations JPS Tanakh 1917Hallelujah. Sing unto the LORD a new song, And His praise in the assembly of the saints. Brenton Septuagint Translation Alleluia. Sing to the Lord a new song: his praise is in the assembly of the saints. Additional Translations ... Audio Bible Context Sing to the LORD a New Song1Hallelujah! Sing to the LORD a new song— His praise in the assembly of the godly. 2Let Israel rejoice in their Maker; let the children of Zion rejoice in their King.… Cross References Psalm 96:1 Sing to the LORD a new song; sing to the LORD, all the earth. 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. 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. 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. 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. 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. Psalm 33:3 Sing to Him a new song; play skillfully with a shout of joy. 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 144:9 I will sing to You a new song, O God; on a harp of ten strings I will make music to You— Isaiah 12:5 Sing to the LORD, for He has done glorious things. Let this be known in all the earth. 1 Chronicles 16:23 Sing to the LORD, all the earth. Proclaim His salvation day after day. Psalm 95:1 Come, let us sing for joy to the LORD; let us shout to the Rock of our salvation! 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. Psalm 147:1 Hallelujah! How good it is to sing praises to our God, how pleasant and lovely to praise Him! Treasury of Scripture Praise you the LORD. Sing to the LORD a new song, and his praise in the congregation of saints. praise ye the Lord. Psalm 148:1 Praise ye the LORD. Praise ye the LORD from the heavens: praise him in the heights. sing Psalm 33:3 Sing unto him a new song; play skilfully with a loud noise. Psalm 96:1 O sing unto the LORD a new song: sing unto the LORD, all the earth. 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. in the congregation Psalm 22:22,25 I will declare thy name unto my brethren: in the midst of the congregation will I praise thee… Psalm 68:26 Bless ye God in the congregations, even the Lord, from the fountain of Israel. Psalm 89:5 And the heavens shall praise thy wonders, O LORD: thy faithfulness also in the congregation of the saints. Jump to Previous Assembly Congregation Faithful Godly Hallelujah Jah Meeting New Ones Praise Praised Saints Sing SongJump to Next Assembly Congregation Faithful Godly Hallelujah Jah Meeting New Ones Praise Praised Saints Sing SongPsalm 149 1. The prophet exhorts to praise God for his love to the church5. And for that power which he has given to the church Hallelujah! This term is a transliteration of the Hebrew phrase "Hallelu Yah," meaning "Praise the LORD." It is a call to worship and an expression of joy and reverence. The use of "Hallelujah" is common in the Psalms, emphasizing the importance of praise in the life of the believer. It is a reminder of the covenant relationship between God and His people, where praise is both a duty and a delight. Sing to the LORD a new song— His praise in the assembly of the godly. Persons / Places / Events 1. The LORD (Yahweh)The central figure of worship in this verse, the covenant God of Israel, who is worthy of praise and adoration. 2. The Assembly of the Godly Refers to the congregation or gathering of believers who are set apart for God, emphasizing communal worship. 3. Psalmist The author of the psalm, traditionally attributed to David, who calls the people to worship. 4. Israel While not explicitly mentioned in this verse, the context of the psalm is directed towards the nation of Israel as God's chosen people. 5. New Song Represents a fresh expression of worship, possibly in response to new mercies or acts of God. Teaching Points The Call to WorshipWorship is a command and a privilege. As believers, we are called to actively participate in praising God. The Importance of Community Worship is not just a personal act but a communal one. Gathering with other believers strengthens our faith and glorifies God collectively. Renewal in Worship Singing a "new song" signifies the need for fresh expressions of worship. We should seek to renew our praise as we experience God's new mercies daily. God's Worthiness The focus of our worship is the Lord's character and deeds. Reflect on His attributes and actions as the basis for our praise. Joyful Expression Worship should be joyful and exuberant, reflecting the joy of salvation and the goodness of God. Bible Study Questions and Answers 1. What is the meaning of Psalm 149:1?2. How can we "sing to the LORD a new song" in daily life? 3. What does "His praise in the assembly" mean for church gatherings today? 4. How does Psalm 149:1 connect with Ephesians 5:19 about worship? 5. Why is communal worship important according to Psalm 149:1? 6. How can you incorporate new songs of praise into your personal worship? 7. What does "Sing to the LORD a new song" in Psalm 149:1 imply about worship practices? 8. How does Psalm 149:1 reflect the historical context of Israelite worship? 9. Why is communal praise emphasized in Psalm 149:1? 10. What are the top 10 Lessons from Psalm 149? 11. Psalm 149:1 – Why is there a need for a “new song” if this psalm’s praises and warlike imagery appear repeatedly elsewhere in the Old Testament? 12. What does 'hallelujah' mean? 13. Who was Hildegard of Bingen? 14. How can a 'divine council' (Psalm 82:1) fit with passages claiming there is only one God (Deuteronomy 6:4)? What Does Psalm 149:1 Mean Hallelujah!• The verse opens with a single-word command: “Hallelujah!”—literally, “Praise the LORD.” It is an immediate summons to lift hearts and voices toward God. • Scripture often begins and ends psalms with this exclamation, framing life itself in praise (Psalm 146:1; Revelation 19:1). • Because God’s character never changes (Malachi 3:6), He is always worthy of such wholehearted acclaim. Sing to the LORD a new song • “Sing” calls for action, not mere sentiment. Worship is meant to be expressed (Psalm 100:2). • “A new song” points to fresh gratitude for fresh mercies (Lamentations 3:22-23). God’s past faithfulness inspires ongoing creativity in praise (Psalm 40:3). • Throughout Scripture, new songs break forth after new deliverances—Exodus 15 after the Red Sea, Judges 5 after victory, and ultimately the redeemed in heaven singing “a new song” to the Lamb (Revelation 5:9). • The command affirms that worship is not routine tradition; it is living response to God’s present work (Isaiah 42:10; Psalm 96:1). His praise in the assembly of the godly • Praise is personal, yet never private. God wants His glory declared “in the assembly” where believers strengthen one another (Hebrews 10:24-25). • Old Testament saints gathered in the temple courts; New Testament believers met “day by day…praising God” (Acts 2:46-47). Both settings echo Psalm 22:22: “I will declare Your name to my brothers; I will praise You in the assembly.” • Corporate worship unites “the godly”—those set apart by grace—to celebrate a shared salvation (Titus 2:14). • As Psalm 35:18 states, “I will praise You among many people,” public praise testifies to outsiders and encourages insiders. summary Psalm 149:1 is a threefold call: first, ignite praise with a heartfelt “Hallelujah”; second, keep that praise fresh by singing new songs that recount God’s ongoing mercies; third, voice that praise together with fellow believers so His glory resounds in community. Taken literally and joyfully obeyed, this verse turns individual gratitude into a choir of worship that honors the Lord now and forever. (1) A new song.--See Psalm 33:3.The congregation.--Apparently the psalm puts us in the Maccabaean age, when the chasidim was become a regular title for the patriotic party. Verse 1. - Praise ye the Lord. Sing unto the Lord a new song. A "new song" on account of a new deliverance (comp. Psalm 33:3). The deliverance may have been one of those under Nehemiah (Nehemiah 4:7-23; Nehemiah 6:2-16). And his praise in the congregation of saints. The psalm would seem to have been composed for a special thanksgiving service.Parallel Commentaries ... Hebrew Hallelujah!הַ֥לְלוּ (hal·lū) Verb - Piel - Imperative - masculine plural Strong's 1984: To shine Sing שִׁ֣ירוּ (šî·rū) Verb - Qal - Imperative - masculine plural Strong's 7891: To sing to the LORD לַֽ֭יהוָה (Yah·weh) Preposition-l | Noun - proper - masculine singular Strong's 3068: LORD -- the proper name of the God of Israel a new חָדָ֑שׁ (ḥā·ḏāš) Adjective - masculine singular Strong's 2319: New song— שִׁ֣יר (šîr) Noun - masculine singular Strong's 7892: A song, singing His praise תְּ֝הִלָּת֗וֹ (tə·hil·lā·ṯōw) Noun - feminine singular construct | third person masculine singular Strong's 8416: Praise, song of praise in the assembly בִּקְהַ֥ל (biq·hal) Preposition-b | Noun - masculine singular construct Strong's 6951: Assembly, convocation, congregation of the godly. חֲסִידִֽים׃ (ḥă·sî·ḏîm) Noun - masculine plural Strong's 2623: Kind, pious Links Psalm 149:1 NIVPsalm 149:1 NLT Psalm 149:1 ESV Psalm 149:1 NASB Psalm 149:1 KJV Psalm 149:1 BibleApps.com Psalm 149:1 Biblia Paralela Psalm 149:1 Chinese Bible Psalm 149:1 French Bible Psalm 149:1 Catholic Bible OT Poetry: Psalm 149:1 Praise Yahweh! 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