King James Version
What Does Psalms 149:1 Mean?
“Praise ye the LORD. Sing unto the LORD a new song, and his praise in the congregation of saints. Praise: Heb. Halleluiah”
Context
1
Praise ye the LORD. Sing unto the LORD a new song, and his praise in the congregation of saints. Praise: Heb. Halleluiah
2
Let Israel rejoice in him that made him: let the children of Zion be joyful in their King.
3
Let them praise his name in the dance: let them sing praises unto him with the timbrel and harp. in: or, with the pipe
Commentary
Ellicott’s Commentary for English Readers(1) **A new song.—**See Psalm 33:3.
**The congregation.**—Apparently the psalm puts us in the Maccabæan age, when the *chasîdîm *was become a regular title for the patriotic party.
Charles John Ellicott (1819–1905). Public Domain.
Historical Context
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Theological Significance
Psalms 149:1 contributes to our understanding of God's character and His relationship with humanity. Consider how this verse connects to the broader themes of Scripture.
Cross-References
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