2 Samuel 22:50
2 Samuel 22:50 in Multiple Translations
Therefore I will praise You, O LORD, among the nations; I will sing praises to Your name.
Therefore I will give thanks unto thee, O LORD, among the heathen, and I will sing praises unto thy name.
Therefore I will give thanks unto thee, O Jehovah, among the nations, And will sing praises unto thy name.
Because of this I will give you praise, O Lord, among the nations, and will make a song of praise to your name.
That's why I will praise you among the nations, Lord; I will sing praises about who you are.
Therefore I will praise thee, O Lord amog the nations, and will sing vnto thy Name)
Therefore I confess Thee, O Jehovah, among nations. And to Thy name I sing praise.
Therefore I will give thanks to you, LORD, among the nations, and will sing praises to your name.
Therefore I will give thanks to thee, O LORD, among the heathen, and I will sing praises to thy name.
Therefore will I give thanks to thee. O Lord, among the Gentiles, and will sing to thy name.
Because of all that, I exalt you among many people-groups and I sing to praise you.
Berean Amplified Bible — 2 Samuel 22:50
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2 Samuel 22:50 Interlinear (Deep Study)
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HEB
עַל
כֵּ֛ן
אוֹדְ/ךָ֥
יְהוָ֖ה
בַּ/גּוֹיִ֑ם
וּ/לְ/שִׁמְ/ךָ֖
אֲזַמֵּֽר
עַל
ʻal
H5921
upon
Prep
כֵּ֛ן
kên
H3651
right
Part
אוֹדְ/ךָ֥
yâdâh
H3034
to give thanks
V-Hiphil-Imperf-1cs | Suff
יְהוָ֖ה
Yᵉhôvâh
H3068
The Lord
N-proper
בַּ/גּוֹיִ֑ם
gôwy
H1471
Gentile
Prep | N-mp
וּ/לְ/שִׁמְ/ךָ֖
shêm
H8034
name
Conj | Prep | N-ms | Suff
אֲזַמֵּֽר
zâmar
H2167
to sing
V-Piel-Imperf-1cs
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Hebrew Word Reference — 2 Samuel 22:50
עַל
ʻal
H5921
"upon"
Prep
This Hebrew word means on or above something, like a physical object or a situation. It can also imply a sense of responsibility or accountability, as in being on behalf of someone.
Definition: prep 1) upon, on the ground of, according to, on account of, on behalf of, concerning, beside, in addition to, together with, beyond, above, over, by, on to, towards, to, against 1a) upon, on the ground of, on the basis of, on account of, because of, therefore, on behalf of, for the sake of, for, with, in spite of, notwithstanding, concerning, in the matter of, as regards 1b) above, beyond, over (of excess) 1c) above, over (of elevation or pre-eminence) 1d) upon, to, over to, unto, in addition to, together with, with (of addition) 1e) over (of suspension or extension) 1f) by, adjoining, next, at, over, around (of contiguity or proximity) 1g) down upon, upon, on, from, up upon, up to, towards, over towards, to, against (with verbs of motion) 1h) to (as a dative)
Usage: Occurs in 4493 OT verses. KJV: above, according to(-ly), after, (as) against, among, and, [idiom] as, at, because of, beside (the rest of), between, beyond the time, [idiom] both and, by (reason of), [idiom] had the charge of, concerning for, in (that), (forth, out) of, (from) (off), (up-) on, over, than, through(-out), to, touching, [idiom] with. See also: Genesis 1:2; Genesis 24:13; Genesis 41:33.
כֵּ֛ן
kên
H3651
"right"
Part
In the Bible, this Hebrew word means 'so' or 'thus', often used to show agreement or confirmation, like in the book of Genesis. It can also mean 'rightly' or 'justly', as in doing something the correct way. It appears in various forms throughout the Old Testament.
Definition: adv adj 1) right, just, honest, true, veritable 1a) right, just, honest 1b) correct 1c) true, veritable
Usage: Occurs in 737 OT verses. KJV: [phrase] after that (this, -ward, -wards), as... as, [phrase] (for-) asmuch as yet, [phrase] be (for which) cause, [phrase] following, howbeit, in (the) like (manner, -wise), [idiom] the more, right, (even) so, state, straightway, such (thing), surely, [phrase] there (where) -fore, this, thus, true, well, [idiom] you. See also: Genesis 1:7; Exodus 37:19; Judges 7:17.
אוֹדְ/ךָ֥
yâdâh
H3034
"to give thanks"
V-Hiphil-Imperf-1cs | Suff
To give thanks or praise, originally meaning to throw or cast, like shooting an arrow. In the Bible, it's used to describe worship or confession with extended hands. It appears in Psalms and other books, like 1 Chronicles.
Definition: 1) to throw, shoot, cast 1a) (Qal) to shoot (arrows) 1b) (Piel) to cast, cast down, throw down 1c) (Hiphil) 1c1) to give thanks, laud, praise 1c2) to confess, confess (the name of God) 1d) (Hithpael) 1d1) to confess (sin) 1d2) to give thanks Aramaic equivalent: ye.da (יְדָא "to praise" H3029)
Usage: Occurs in 111 OT verses. KJV: cast (out), (make) confess(-ion), praise, shoot, (give) thank(-ful, -s, -sgiving). See also: Genesis 29:35; Psalms 57:10; Psalms 6:6.
יְהוָ֖ה
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.
בַּ/גּוֹיִ֑ם
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.
וּ/לְ/שִׁמְ/ךָ֖
shêm
H8034
"name"
Conj | Prep | N-ms | Suff
In the Bible, a name represents a person's identity, honor, and character, like God's name symbolizing His power and authority. It appears in Genesis and other books, often referring to God's name or a person's reputation. This concept is central to understanding biblical identity.
Definition: 1) name 1a) name 1b) reputation, fame, glory 1c) the Name (as designation of God) 1d) memorial, monument Aramaic equivalent: shum (שֻׁם "name" H8036)
Usage: Occurs in 771 OT verses. KJV: [phrase] base, (in-) fame(-ous), named(-d), renown, report. See also: Genesis 2:11; Exodus 3:15; Deuteronomy 16:6.
אֲזַמֵּֽר
zâmar
H2167
"to sing"
V-Piel-Imperf-1cs
This word means to sing or make music, often with praise and celebration. In the Psalms, it describes singing with instruments and voice, giving thanks to God. It's about joyful noise and worship.
Definition: 1) to sing, sing praise, make music 1a) (Piel) 1a1) to make music, sing 1a2) to play a musical instrument Aramaic equivalent: ze.mar (זְמָר "music" H2170)
Usage: Occurs in 41 OT verses. KJV: give praise, sing forth praises, psalms. See also: Judges 5:3; Psalms 68:5; Psalms 7:18.
Study Notes — 2 Samuel 22:50
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Context — David’s Song of Deliverance
48the God who avenges me and brings down nations beneath me,
49who frees me from my enemies. You exalt me above my foes; You rescue me from violent men.
50Therefore I will praise You, O LORD, among the nations; I will sing praises to Your name.
51Great salvation He brings to His king. He shows loving devotion to His anointed, to David and his descendants forever.”Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
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| 1 | Romans 15:9 | so that the Gentiles may glorify God for His mercy. As it is written: “Therefore I will praise You among the Gentiles; I will sing hymns to Your name.” |
| 2 | Psalms 146:1–2 | Hallelujah! Praise the LORD, O my soul. I will praise the LORD all my life; I will sing praises to my God while I have my being. |
| 3 | Psalms 145:1–2 | I will exalt You, my God and King; I will bless Your name forever and ever. Every day I will bless You, and I will praise Your name forever and ever. |
| 4 | Psalms 18:49 | Therefore I will praise You, O LORD, among the nations; I will sing praises to Your name. |
| 5 | Isaiah 12:1–6 | In that day you will say: “O LORD, I will praise You. Although You were angry with me, Your anger has turned away, and You have comforted me. 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 Samuel 22:50 Summary
[This verse means that because God has been so good to David, David wants to tell everyone about it and praise God's name. David is saying that he will thank God and sing about Him not just in his own country, but among all nations, because God is worthy of praise from everyone. This reminds us that we too can praise God for the good things He has done in our lives, and we can do this in many different ways, such as through prayer, song, or telling others about His love, as seen in Psalms 107:1. By praising God, we can inspire others to seek and worship Him, and bring glory to His name.]
Frequently Asked Questions
What motivates David to praise God among the nations?
David's motivation to praise God comes from the fact that God has avenged him, freed him from his enemies, and exalted him above his foes, as seen in 2 Samuel 22:48-49. This experience of God's deliverance and exaltation fills David's heart with gratitude and praise.
Why is it important to praise God among the nations?
Praising God among the nations is a way of testifying to God's greatness and love to those who may not know Him, as seen in Psalms 96:3, which says to declare His glory among the nations. This can inspire others to seek and worship God.
How can we apply David's example of praise in our own lives?
We can apply David's example by reflecting on the ways God has worked in our lives, and then expressing our gratitude and praise to Him, whether in private prayer or in public worship, as encouraged in Psalms 100:4-5.
What is the significance of praising God's name?
Praising God's name is a way of honoring and glorifying His character, attributes, and deeds, as seen in Exodus 34:5-7, which describes God's name as a reflection of His mercy, grace, and justice. This focuses our praise on who God is and what He has done.
Reflection Questions
- In what ways has God delivered or exalted you, and how can you express your gratitude to Him?
- What are some ways you can praise God among the nations, or in your own community, this week?
- How does reflecting on God's character and deeds, as revealed in His name, inspire your worship and praise?
- What are some specific attributes or actions of God that you want to praise Him for today?
- How can you use your story of God's deliverance and love to testify to others about His greatness?
Gill's Exposition on 2 Samuel 22:50
Therefore I will give thanks unto thee, O Lord, among the heathen, and I will sing praises unto thy name. [See comments on Psalms 18:49].
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on 2 Samuel 22:50
Therefore I will give thanks unto thee, O LORD, among the heathen, and I will sing praises unto thy name. Therefore I will give thanks unto thee, O Lord, among the pagan , [ bagowyim (H1471)] - among the nations.
Cambridge Bible on 2 Samuel 22:50
50. The celebration of Jehovah’s faithfulness to His servant is not to be confined within the narrow limits of Israel. His praise is to be proclaimed among the heathen, who, as they are brought under the dominion of His people, may also be brought to the knowledge of Jehovah. Cp. Psalms 96:3; Psalms 96:10. This verse is quoted by St Paul in Romans 15:9 (along with Deuteronomy 32:43; Psalms 117:1; Isaiah 11:10), to prove that the Old Testament anticipated the admission of the Gentiles to the blessings of salvation.
Sermons on 2 Samuel 22:50
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(Through the Bible) Romans 15-16 by Chuck Smith | In this sermon, the speaker expresses his concern about television preachers who deceive believers with clever and entertaining speeches. He emphasizes the importance of being wise |
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Fulfilling the Mystery of Israel - Part 2 by Art Katz | In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the importance of showing mercy to others, especially in times of persecution. He highlights that this mercy should be given sacrificially, b |
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Homily 69 on Matthew by St. John Chrysostom | John Chrysostom preaches on the parable of the wedding feast, highlighting God's long-suffering towards the Jews, the casting out of the Jews and the calling of the Gentiles, and t |
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Wonders of Creation Redemption - Part 3 by William MacDonald | In this sermon, the speaker shares a personal story about a young brother in Austria who has two epileptic children. Despite the challenges they face, the speaker points out that i |
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Psalm 146 by Henry Law | Henry Law preaches on the Psalmist's sweet employ of praising God, emphasizing the importance of gratitude and the delight it brings. He warns against putting trust in earthly prin |
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Reading on the Fifth Book of Psalms Psalms 107-150 by John Nelson Darby | John Nelson Darby explores the Fifth Book of Psalms, emphasizing God's enduring mercy amidst Israel's struggles and failures after their return to the land. He highlights the signi |
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The Prayer of Praise by Paris Reidhead | Paris Reidhead preaches on the importance of the prayer of praise, distinguishing it from thanksgiving and emphasizing the need to constantly praise the Lord in all aspects of life |