1 Chronicles 16:31
1 Chronicles 16:31 in Multiple Translations
Let the heavens be glad, and the earth rejoice. Let them say among the nations, ‘The LORD reigns!’
Let the heavens be glad, and let the earth rejoice: and let men say among the nations, The LORD reigneth.
Let the heavens be glad, and let the earth rejoice; And let them say among the nations, Jehovah reigneth.
Let the heavens have joy and let the earth be glad; let them say among the nations, The Lord is King.
Let the heavens sing for joy, let the earth be happy. Tell the nations, “The Lord is in charge!”
Let the heauens reioyce, and let the earth be glad, and let them say among the nations, The Lord reigneth.
Also, established is the world, It is not moved! The heavens rejoice, and the earth is glad, And they say among nations: Jehovah hath reigned.
Let the heavens be glad, and let the earth rejoice! Let them say among the nations, “The LORD reigns!”
Let the heavens be glad, and let the earth rejoice: and let men say among the nations, The LORD reigneth.
Let the heavens rejoice, and the earth be glad: and let them say among the nations: The Lord hath reigned.
Everything in the sky and on the earth should be happy. People everywhere should say, “Yahweh is our king!”
Berean Amplified Bible — 1 Chronicles 16:31
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1 Chronicles 16:31 Interlinear (Deep Study)
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יִשְׂמְח֤וּ
הַ/שָּׁמַ֨יִם֙
וְ/תָגֵ֣ל
הָ/אָ֔רֶץ
וְ/יֹאמְר֥וּ
בַ/גּוֹיִ֖ם
יְהוָ֥ה
מָלָֽךְ
יִשְׂמְח֤וּ
sâmêach
H8056
glad
V-Qal-Imperf-3mp
הַ/שָּׁמַ֨יִם֙
shâmayim
H8064
heaven
Art | N-mp
וְ/תָגֵ֣ל
gîyl
H1523
to rejoice
Conj | V-Qal-Juss-3fs
הָ/אָ֔רֶץ
ʼerets
H776
land
Art | N-cs
וְ/יֹאמְר֥וּ
ʼâmar
H559
to say
Conj | V-Qal-Imperf-3mp
בַ/גּוֹיִ֖ם
gôwy
H1471
Gentile
Prep | N-mp
יְהוָ֥ה
Yᵉhôvâh
H3068
The Lord
N-proper
מָלָֽךְ
mâlak
H4427
to reign
V-Qal-Perf-3ms
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Hebrew Word Reference — 1 Chronicles 16:31
יִשְׂמְח֤וּ
sâmêach
H8056
"glad"
V-Qal-Imperf-3mp
This word describes someone who is joyful or glad, like the Psalmist in Psalm 100:1, who invites all to rejoice and be glad in the Lord.
Definition: 1) joyful, merry, glad 1a) joyful, showing joy 1b) you who rejoice (subst)
Usage: Occurs in 20 OT verses. KJV: (be) glad, joyful, (making) merry((-hearted), -ily), rejoice(-ing). See also: Deuteronomy 16:15; Esther 5:14; Psalms 35:26.
הַ/שָּׁמַ֨יִם֙
shâmayim
H8064
"heaven"
Art | N-mp
The Hebrew word for heaven or sky, it refers to the visible universe and the abode of God. It is often used in the Bible to describe the dwelling place of celestial bodies.
Definition: 1) heaven, heavens, sky 1a) visible heavens, sky 1a1) as abode of the stars 1a2) as the visible universe, the sky, atmosphere, etc 1b) Heaven (as the abode of God) Aramaic equivalent: sha.ma.yin (שָׁמַ֫יִן "heaven" H8065)
Usage: Occurs in 395 OT verses. KJV: air, [idiom] astrologer, heaven(-s). See also: Genesis 1:1; 1 Samuel 2:10; Job 28:21.
וְ/תָגֵ֣ל
gîyl
H1523
"to rejoice"
Conj | V-Qal-Juss-3fs
This Hebrew word means to rejoice or be glad, often expressing strong emotions like joy or fear, as seen in the KJV translations.
Definition: 1) to rejoice, exult, be glad 1a) (Qal) 1a1) to rejoice 1a2) to tremble (from fear)
Usage: Occurs in 44 OT verses. KJV: be glad, joy, be joyful, rejoice. See also: 1 Chronicles 16:31; Proverbs 23:25; Psalms 2:11.
הָ/אָ֔רֶץ
ʼerets
H776
"land"
Art | N-cs
The land or earth refers to the soil or ground, and can also mean a country, territory, or region. In the Bible, it is used to describe the earth and its inhabitants, and is often translated as 'land' or 'country'.
Definition: : soil 1) land, earth 1a) earth 1a1) whole earth (as opposed to a part) 1a2) earth (as opposed to heaven) 1a3) earth (inhabitants) 1b) land 1b1) country, territory 1b2) district, region 1b3) tribal territory 1b4) piece of ground 1b5) land of Canaan, Israel 1b6) inhabitants of land 1b7) Sheol, land without return, (under) world 1b8) city (-state) 1c) ground, surface of the earth 1c1) ground 1c2) soil 1d) (in phrases) 1d1) people of the land 1d2) space or distance of country (in measurements of distance) 1d3) level or plain country 1d4) land of the living 1d5) end(s) of the earth 1e) (almost wholly late in usage) 1e1) lands, countries 1e1a) often in contrast to Canaan
Usage: Occurs in 2190 OT verses. KJV: [idiom] common, country, earth, field, ground, land, [idiom] natins, way, [phrase] wilderness, world. See also: Genesis 1:1; Genesis 18:18; Genesis 42:13.
וְ/יֹאמְר֥וּ
ʼâmar
H559
"to say"
Conj | V-Qal-Imperf-3mp
This Hebrew word means to say or speak, and it's used in many different ways in the Bible. It can mean to command, promise, or think, and it's translated in the KJV as 'answer', 'appoint', or 'command'.
Definition: 1) to say, speak, utter 1a) (Qal) to say, to answer, to say in one's heart, to think, to command, to promise, to intend 1b) (Niphal) to be told, to be said, to be called 1c) (Hithpael) to boast, to act proudly 1d) (Hiphil) to avow, to avouch Aramaic equivalent: a.mar (אֲמַר "to say" H0560)
Usage: Occurs in 4337 OT verses. KJV: answer, appoint, avouch, bid, boast self, call, certify, challenge, charge, [phrase] (at the, give) command(-ment), commune, consider, declare, demand, [idiom] desire, determine, [idiom] expressly, [idiom] indeed, [idiom] intend, name, [idiom] plainly, promise, publish, report, require, say, speak (against, of), [idiom] still, [idiom] suppose, talk, tell, term, [idiom] that is, [idiom] think, use (speech), utter, [idiom] verily, [idiom] yet. See also: Genesis 1:3; Genesis 18:23; Genesis 25:32.
בַ/גּוֹיִ֖ם
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.
יְהוָ֥ה
Yᵉhôvâh
H3068
"The Lord"
N-proper
Yehovah is another name for God, often translated as 'the Lord'. It is a national name for God in the Jewish faith. This name is used throughout the Old Testament.
Definition: Another name of ye.ru.sha.laim (יְרוּשָׁלִַ֫ם, יְרוּשְׁלֵם "Jerusalem" H3389)
Usage: Occurs in 5522 OT verses. KJV: Jehovah, the Lord. Compare H3050 (יָהּ), H3069 (יְהֹוִה). See also: Genesis 2:4; Genesis 24:42; Exodus 8:8.
מָלָֽךְ
mâlak
H4427
"to reign"
V-Qal-Perf-3ms
To advise or counsel is the meaning of this Hebrew word, which can also mean to reign or rule as a king. It is used in the Bible to describe the actions of leaders, like King Solomon, who sought wisdom to rule God's people. This word is found in the book of 1 Kings.
Definition: 1) to be or become king or queen, reign 1a) (Qal) to be or become king or queen, reign 1b) (Hiphil) to make one king or queen, cause to reign 1c) (Hophal) to be made king or queen
Usage: Occurs in 284 OT verses. KJV: consult, [idiom] indeed, be (make, set a, set up) king, be (make) queen, (begin to, make to) reign(-ing), rule, [idiom] surely. See also: Genesis 36:31; 2 Kings 8:15; 2 Chronicles 10:17.
Study Notes — 1 Chronicles 16:31
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- 1 Chronicles 16:31 Summary
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- Gill's Exposition on 1 Chronicles 16:31
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on 1 Chronicles 16:31
- Ellicott's Commentary on 1 Chronicles 16:31
- Adam Clarke's Commentary on 1 Chronicles 16:31
- Cambridge Bible on 1 Chronicles 16:31
- Sermons on 1 Chronicles 16:31
Context — Sing to the LORD, All the Earth
29Ascribe to the LORD the glory due His name; bring an offering and come before Him. Worship the LORD in the splendor of His holiness;
30tremble before Him, all the earth. The world is firmly established; it cannot be moved.
31Let the heavens be glad, and the earth rejoice. Let them say among the nations, ‘The LORD reigns!’
32Let the sea resound, and all that fills it; let the fields exult, and all that is in them. 33Then the trees of the forest will sing for joy before the LORD, for He is coming to judge the earth.Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
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| 1 | Psalms 96:10 | Declare among the nations: “The LORD reigns!” The world is firmly established; it cannot be moved; He will judge the peoples with equity. |
| 2 | Revelation 19:6 | And I heard a sound like the roar of a great multitude, like the rushing of many waters, and like a mighty rumbling of thunder, crying out: “Hallelujah! For the Lord our God the Almighty reigns. |
| 3 | Psalms 97:1 | The LORD reigns, let the earth rejoice; let the distant shores be glad. |
| 4 | Psalms 99:1 | The LORD reigns; let the nations tremble! He is enthroned above the cherubim; let the earth quake! |
| 5 | Isaiah 49:13 | Shout for joy, O heavens; rejoice, O earth; break forth in song, O mountains! For the LORD has comforted His people, and He will have compassion on His afflicted ones. |
| 6 | Psalms 93:1–2 | The LORD reigns! He is robed in majesty; the LORD has clothed and armed Himself with strength. The world indeed is firmly established; it cannot be moved. Your throne was established long ago; You are from all eternity. |
| 7 | Psalms 98:4 | Make a joyful noise to the LORD, all the earth; break forth—let your cry ring out, and sing praises! |
| 8 | Luke 2:13–14 | And suddenly there appeared with the angel a great multitude of the heavenly host, praising God and saying: “Glory to God in the highest, and on earth peace to men on whom His favor rests!” |
| 9 | Psalms 19:1 | The heavens declare the glory of God; the skies proclaim the work of His hands. |
| 10 | Isaiah 44:23 | Sing for joy, O heavens, for the LORD has done this; shout aloud, O depths of the earth. Break forth in song, O mountains, you forests and all your trees. For the LORD has redeemed Jacob, and revealed His glory in Israel. |
1 Chronicles 16:31 Summary
This verse is calling us to celebrate and rejoice in God's sovereignty, recognizing that He is the one who truly reigns over all things. It's a call to worship and declare God's power and authority to the world, as seen in Psalm 96:10. We can apply this verse by living in a way that reflects our reverence for God's holiness and sovereignty, and by being a witness to the world of His love and power. By recognizing God's reign, we can find joy and peace in the midst of life's challenges, knowing that He is in control (Psalm 23:4).
Frequently Asked Questions
What does it mean for the heavens and earth to be glad and rejoice?
This phrase is a poetic way of expressing the joy and celebration that comes from recognizing God's sovereignty, as seen in Psalm 96:11, where the heavens and earth are called to rejoice at the Lord's coming to judge the earth.
Why is it important to declare 'The LORD reigns' among the nations?
Declaring 'The LORD reigns' is a statement of faith and a witness to the world of God's power and authority, as seen in Isaiah 52:7, where the good news of God's reign is proclaimed to all nations.
How can we apply this verse to our daily lives?
We can apply this verse by living in a way that reflects our reverence for God's sovereignty, as seen in 1 Chronicles 16:29, where we are called to ascribe glory to God's name and worship Him in the splendor of His holiness.
What is the connection between this verse and the surrounding context?
This verse is connected to the surrounding context, which emphasizes the importance of worshiping God and recognizing His sovereignty, as seen in Psalm 103:19, where God's sovereignty is described as being over all His works.
Reflection Questions
- What are some ways I can express my joy and celebration of God's sovereignty in my daily life?
- How can I be a witness to the world of God's power and authority, declaring 'The LORD reigns' in my own unique way?
- In what ways do I see God's reign being demonstrated in the world around me, and how can I participate in His work?
- What are some areas of my life where I need to surrender to God's sovereignty, recognizing that He is the one who truly reigns?
- How can I cultivate a deeper sense of reverence and awe for God's holiness, as described in 1 Chronicles 16:29?
Gill's Exposition on 1 Chronicles 16:31
[See comments on Psalms 95:9]
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on 1 Chronicles 16:31
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 16:31
(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.
Adam Clarke's Commentary on 1 Chronicles 16:31
Verse 31. Let the heavens be glad] "Let the supreme angels be glad, and the inhabitants of the earth rejoice." - T. In this place the Targumist uses the Greek word αγγελοι, angels, in Hebrew letters thus, אנגלי angeley.
Cambridge Bible on 1 Chronicles 16:31
31. and let men say] Psalms 96:10, say [ye]. The clause is displaced in Chron.; cp. note on 1 Chronicles 16:30. The Lord reigneth] i.e. the Lord is claiming His kingdom over the earth by coming to judge the earth; cp. 1 Chronicles 16:33. Contrast Habakkuk 1:14, where the prophet complains that Jehovah is not asserting Himself as ruler of men.
Sermons on 1 Chronicles 16:31
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I Chronicles 16:31 by Chuck Smith | Chuck Smith emphasizes the sovereignty of God in his sermon 'The Lord Reigneth,' illustrating the evidence of His reign through the universe, nature, and the intricate designs of c |
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For Such a Time by Chuck Smith | In this sermon, the speaker begins by setting the historical context of the Babylonian kingdom falling and being replaced by the Medo-Persian Empire, with King Hashiris ruling over |
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That All the Nations Might Hear by John Piper | In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the importance of the global mission of spreading the word of God. He highlights the New Testament commission given by Jesus to the church to |
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Divine Government—the Joy of Our World by Samuel Davies | Samuel Davies preaches about the divine government, highlighting the blessings of wise and just rulers and the consequences of weak and tyrannical leadership. He emphasizes the nec |
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Attributes of God (Series 2): The Omnipotence of God by A.W. Tozer | In this sermon, the preacher discusses three propositions about God's power. The first proposition is that God has power, which is evident in the creation of the world. The preache |
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The Greatness of God by A.W. Tozer | In this sermon, the speaker reflects on a mother who takes her young child to the beach to escape the monotony of housework. As the mother reads, she occasionally looks up to check |
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Revelation Overview Pt. 6 by Chuck Smith | In this sermon, the speaker discusses the concept of debt and how it can trap individuals. He then transitions to the book of Revelation, specifically chapter 19, where the church |