The meaning of “זָמַר”
Understanding zâmar reveals the original theological depth often simplified in translation.
give praise, sing forth praises, psalms. - play upon it - to make music, accompanied by the voice - hence to celebrate i...
זָמַר
give praise, sing forth praises, psalms. - play upon it - to make music, accompanied by the voice - hence to celebrate in song and music 1) to sing, sing praise, make music 1a) (Piel) 1a1) to make music, sing 1a2) to play a musical instrument
Occurrences in the Bible
| Reference | Text | |
|---|---|---|
| Judges 5:3 | “Hear, O ye kings; give ear, O ye princes; I, even I, will sing unto the Lord; I will sing praise to the Lord God of Israel.” Word: זָמַר (zâmar) | |
| 2 Samuel 22:50 | “Therefore I will give thanks unto thee, O Lord, among the heathen, and I will sing praises unto thy name.” Word: זָמַר (zâmar) | |
| 1 Chronicles 16:9 | “Sing unto him, sing psalms unto him, talk ye of all his wondrous works.” Word: זָמַר (zâmar) | |
| Psalms 68:32 | “Sing unto God, ye kingdoms of the earth; O sing praises unto the Lord; Selah:” Word: זָמַר (zâmar) | |
| Isaiah 12:5 | “Sing unto the Lord; for he hath done excellent things: this is known in all the earth.” Word: זָמַר (zâmar) |
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