1 Chronicles 16:24
1 Chronicles 16:24 in Multiple Translations
Declare His glory among the nations, His wonderful deeds among all peoples.
Declare his glory among the heathen; his marvellous works among all nations.
Declare his glory among the nations, His marvellous works among all the peoples.
Make clear his glory to the nations, and his wonders to all the peoples.
Declare his glorious acts among the nations, the wonderful things he does among all peoples.
Declare his glory among the nations, and his wonderful workes among all people.
Rehearse among nations His glory, Among all the peoples His wonders.
Declare his glory among the nations, and his marvelous works among all the peoples.
Declare his glory among the heathen; his wonderful works among all nations.
Declare his glory among the Gentiles: his wonders among all people.
Tell the people of the nations that he is great; tell all the people-groups the marvelous things that he has done.
Berean Amplified Bible — 1 Chronicles 16:24
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1 Chronicles 16:24 Interlinear (Deep Study)
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HEB
סַפְּר֤וּ
בַ/גּוֹיִם֙
אֶת
כְּבוֹד֔/וֹ
בְּ/כָל
הָ/עַמִּ֖ים
נִפְלְאֹתָֽי/ו
סַפְּר֤וּ
çâphar
H5608
to recount
V-Piel-Impv-2mp
בַ/גּוֹיִם֙
gôwy
H1471
Gentile
Prep | N-mp
אֶת
ʼêth
H853
Obj.
DirObjM
כְּבוֹד֔/וֹ
kâbôwd
H3519
glory
N-cs | Suff
בְּ/כָל
kôl
H3605
all
Prep | N-ms
הָ/עַמִּ֖ים
ʻam
H5971
Amaw
Art | N-mp
נִפְלְאֹתָֽי/ו
pâlâʼ
H6381
to wonder
V-Niphal | Suff
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Hebrew Word Reference — 1 Chronicles 16:24
סַפְּר֤וּ
çâphar
H5608
"to recount"
V-Piel-Impv-2mp
This word refers to a scribe or secretary who records or inscribes information. It is used in the Bible to describe someone who counts or enumerates things. The KJV translates it as 'scribe, tell, writer'.
Definition: v 1) to count, recount, relate 1a) (Qal) 1a1) to count (things) 1a2) to number, take account of, reckon 1b) (Niphal) to be counted, be numbered 1c) (Piel) to recount, rehearse, declare 1c1) to recount (something), rehearse 1c2) to talk 1c3) to count exactly or accurately 1d) (Pual) to be recounted, be rehearsed, be related
Usage: Occurs in 154 OT verses. KJV: commune, (ac-) count; declare, number, [phrase] penknife, reckon, scribe, shew forth, speak, talk, tell (out), writer. See also: Genesis 15:5; Esther 8:9; Psalms 2:7.
בַ/גּוֹיִם֙
gôwy
H1471
"Gentile"
Prep | N-mp
This word refers to a Gentile, someone who is not Hebrew or Israeli. It can also describe a large group of animals or a nation of people, emphasizing their unity and shared identity.
Definition: 1) nation, people 1a) nation, people 1a1) usually of non-Hebrew people 1a2) of descendants of Abraham 1a3) of Israel 1b) of swarm of locusts, other animals (fig.) 1c) Goyim? = "nations" Also named: ethnos (ἔθνος "Gentiles" G1484)
Usage: Occurs in 511 OT verses. KJV: Gentile, heathen, nation, people. See also: Genesis 10:5; Judges 4:16; Psalms 2:1.
אֶת
ʼêth
H853
"Obj."
DirObjM
In the original Hebrew, this word points out the object of a verb or preposition, like 'namely' or 'even'. It appears in many books, including Genesis and Exodus. It's not directly translated in English, but helps clarify the meaning of sentences.
Definition: sign of the definite direct object, not translated in English but generally preceding and indicating the accusative Aramaic equivalent: yat (יָת "whom" H3487)
Usage: Occurs in 6782 OT verses. KJV: (as such unrepresented in English). See also: Genesis 1:1; Genesis 10:8; Genesis 19:21.
כְּבוֹד֔/וֹ
kâbôwd
H3519
"glory"
N-cs | Suff
Glory refers to great honor or splendor, often used to describe God's majesty, as in Psalm 138:5 where David praises God's glorious name. It can also refer to wealth or abundance, like in Genesis 31:1 where Jacob's wealth is described.
Definition: 1) glory, honour, glorious, abundance 1a) abundance, riches 1b) honour, splendour, glory 1c) honour, dignity 1d) honour, reputation 1e) honour, reverence, glory 1f) glory
Usage: Occurs in 189 OT verses. KJV: glorious(-ly), glory, honour(-able). See also: Genesis 31:1; Psalms 113:4; Psalms 3:4.
בְּ/כָל
kôl
H3605
"all"
Prep | N-ms
The Hebrew word for 'all' or 'everything' is used throughout the Bible, like in Genesis 1:31, where God sees all He has made as very good. It encompasses the entirety of something, whether people, things, or situations.
Definition: 1) all, the whole 1a) all, the whole of 1b) any, each, every, anything 1c) totality, everything Aramaic equivalent: kol (כֹּל "all" H3606)
Usage: Occurs in 4242 OT verses. KJV: (in) all (manner, (ye)), altogether, any (manner), enough, every (one, place, thing), howsoever, as many as, (no-) thing, ought, whatsoever, (the) whole, whoso(-ever). See also: Genesis 1:21; Genesis 17:10; Genesis 41:40.
הָ/עַמִּ֖ים
ʻam
H5971
"Amaw"
Art | N-mp
A people or nation is what this Hebrew word represents, like the nation of Israel in Exodus 33:13. It can also mean a tribe, troops, or attendants, and is used to describe a group of people gathered together. The word is often used to refer to the people of God.
Definition: This name means nation, people
Usage: Occurs in 1655 OT verses. KJV: folk, men, nation, people. See also: Genesis 11:6; Exodus 16:4; Leviticus 17:9.
נִפְלְאֹתָֽי/ו
pâlâʼ
H6381
"to wonder"
V-Niphal | Suff
This Hebrew word means to wonder or be amazed, often at something great or difficult. It describes God's power and miracles in the Bible, like in the book of Psalms. The KJV translates it as 'marvelous' or 'wonderful'.
Definition: 1) to be marvellous, be wonderful, be surpassing, be extraordinary, separate by distinguishing action 1a) (Niphal) 1a1) to be beyond one's power, be difficult to do 1a2) to be difficult to understand 1a3) to be wonderful, be extraordinary 1a3a) marvellous (participle) 1b) (Piel) to separate (an offering) 1c) (Hiphil) 1c1) to do extraordinary or hard or difficult thing 1c2) to make wonderful, do wondrously 1d) (Hithpael) to show oneself wonderful or marvellous
Usage: Occurs in 69 OT verses. KJV: accomplish, (arise...too, be too) hard, hidden, things too high, (be, do, do a, shew) marvelous(-ly, -els, things, work), miracles, perform, separate, make singular, (be, great, make) wonderful(-ers, -ly, things, works), wondrous (things, works, -ly). See also: Genesis 18:14; Psalms 75:2; Psalms 9:2.
Study Notes — 1 Chronicles 16:24
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Context — Sing to the LORD, All the Earth
22‘Do not touch My anointed ones! Do no harm to My prophets!’
23Sing to the LORD, all the earth. Proclaim His salvation day after day.
24Declare His glory among the nations, His wonders among all peoples.
25For great is the LORD, and greatly to be praised; He is to be feared above all gods. 26For all the gods of the nations are idols, but it is the LORD who made the heavens.Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
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| 1 | Isaiah 12:2–6 | Surely God is my salvation; I will trust and not be afraid. For the LORD GOD is my strength and my song, and He also has become my salvation.” With joy you will draw water from the springs of salvation, and 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. Sing to the LORD, for He has done glorious things. Let this be known in all the earth. Cry out and sing, O citizen of Zion, for great among you is the Holy One of Israel.” |
| 2 | Daniel 4:1–3 | King Nebuchadnezzar, To the people of every nation and language who dwell in all the earth: May your prosperity be multiplied. I am pleased to declare the signs and wonders that the Most High God has performed for me. How great are His signs, how mighty His wonders! His kingdom is an eternal kingdom; His dominion endures from generation to generation. |
| 3 | Psalms 22:27 | All the ends of the earth will remember and turn to the LORD. All the families of the nations will bow down before Him. |
| 4 | 2 Kings 19:19 | And now, O LORD our God, please save us from his hand, so that all the kingdoms of the earth may know that You alone, O LORD, are God.” |
1 Chronicles 16:24 Summary
This verse is calling us to share the greatness of God with everyone, no matter where they are from. It's like telling others about the amazing things God has done in your life, so they can know and praise Him too (Psalm 96:3). We can do this by being open about our faith, praying for others, and living in a way that honors God. By declaring God's glory, we can help others see how great and wonderful He is, and it can bring joy and salvation to those around us (1 Chronicles 16:23).
Frequently Asked Questions
What does it mean to declare God's glory among the nations?
Declaring God's glory among the nations means to proclaim and make known His greatness, power, and wonderful deeds to all people, as seen in Psalm 96:3 and Isaiah 12:5.
Why is it important to declare God's wonderful deeds among all peoples?
Declaring God's wonderful deeds among all peoples is important because it allows others to know and praise Him, and it fulfills the command to make disciples of all nations, as seen in Matthew 28:19-20 and Psalm 105:1.
How can we declare God's glory in our daily lives?
We can declare God's glory in our daily lives by sharing our testimonies, praying for others, and living out our faith in a way that honors Him, as seen in 1 Peter 2:9 and Colossians 3:17.
What is the relationship between declaring God's glory and fearing Him?
Declaring God's glory and fearing Him are closely related, as seen in 1 Chronicles 16:25, where it says that God is to be feared above all gods, and in Psalm 111:10, where it says that the fear of the Lord is the beginning of wisdom.
Reflection Questions
- What are some ways you can declare God's glory in your community this week?
- How has God worked in your life, and how can you share that with others to declare His wonderful deeds?
- What are some obstacles that might prevent you from declaring God's glory, and how can you overcome them?
- How does declaring God's glory among the nations relate to your own spiritual growth and maturity?
Gill's Exposition on 1 Chronicles 16:24
[See comments on Psalms 95:2]
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on 1 Chronicles 16:24
Give thanks unto the LORD, call upon his name, make known his deeds among the people. No JFB commentary on these verses.
Ellicott's Commentary on 1 Chronicles 16:24
(4-42) THE OF A FOR THE ARK. THE ODE SUNG ON THE DAY OF . This entire section is peculiar to the Chronicle. 1 Chronicles 16:43 is almost identical with 2 Samuel 6:19-20. Compared, then, with the older text, this relation of the chronicler’s looks like a parenthesis interpolated from another source into the history, as narrated in 2 Samuel 6:12-20.
Cambridge Bible on 1 Chronicles 16:24
24. the heathen … all nations] R.V. the nations … all the peoples.
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