Psalms 104:31
Psalms 104:31 in Multiple Translations
May the glory of the LORD endure forever; may the LORD rejoice in His works.
The glory of the LORD shall endure for ever: the LORD shall rejoice in his works.
Let the glory of Jehovah endure for ever; Let Jehovah rejoice in his works:
Let the glory of the Lord be for ever; let the Lord have joy in his works:
May the Lord's glory last forever! The Lord is happy with all he has made.
Glory be to the Lord for euer: let the Lord reioyce in his workes.
The honour of Jehovah is to the age, Jehovah rejoiceth in His works,
Let the LORD’s glory endure forever. Let the LORD rejoice in his works.
The glory of the LORD shall endure for ever: the LORD shall rejoice in his works.
He spoke, and there came divers sorts of flies and sciniphs in all their coasts.
I want the glory of Yahweh to last forever. I want him to rejoice about all the things that he has created.
Berean Amplified Bible — Psalms 104:31
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Psalms 104:31 Interlinear (Deep Study)
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יְהִ֤י
כְב֣וֹד
יְהוָ֣ה
לְ/עוֹלָ֑ם
יִשְׂמַ֖ח
יְהוָ֣ה
בְּ/מַעֲשָֽׂי/ו
יְהִ֤י
hâyâh
H1961
to be
V-Qal-Juss-3ms
כְב֣וֹד
kâbôwd
H3519
glory
N-cs
יְהוָ֣ה
Yᵉhôvâh
H3068
The Lord
N-proper
לְ/עוֹלָ֑ם
ʻôwlâm
H5769
forever
Prep | N-ms
יִשְׂמַ֖ח
sâmach
H8055
to rejoice
V-Qal-Imperf-3ms
יְהוָ֣ה
Yᵉhôvâh
H3068
The Lord
N-proper
בְּ/מַעֲשָֽׂי/ו
maʻăseh
H4639
deed
Prep | N-mp | Suff
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Hebrew Word Reference — Psalms 104:31
יְהִ֤י
hâyâh
H1961
"to be"
V-Qal-Juss-3ms
The Hebrew word for to be means to exist or come into being. It is used to describe something that happens or comes to pass, like in Genesis where God creates the world.
Definition: 1) to be, become, come to pass, exist, happen, fall out 1a) (Qal) 1a1) --- 1a1a) to happen, fall out, occur, take place, come about, come to pass 1a1b) to come about, come to pass 1a2) to come into being, become 1a2a) to arise, appear, come 1a2b) to become 1a2b1) to become 1a2b2) to become like 1a2b3) to be instituted, be established 1a3) to be 1a3a) to exist, be in existence 1a3b) to abide, remain, continue (with word of place or time) 1a3c) to stand, lie, be in, be at, be situated (with word of locality) 1a3d) to accompany, be with 1b) (Niphal) 1b1) to occur, come to pass, be done, be brought about 1b2) to be done, be finished, be gone
Usage: Occurs in 3131 OT verses. KJV: beacon, [idiom] altogether, be(-come), accomplished, committed, like), break, cause, come (to pass), do, faint, fall, [phrase] follow, happen, [idiom] have, last, pertain, quit (one-) self, require, [idiom] use. See also: Genesis 1:2; Genesis 17:4; Genesis 36:11.
כְב֣וֹד
kâbôwd
H3519
"glory"
N-cs
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.
יְהוָ֣ה
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.
לְ/עוֹלָ֑ם
ʻôwlâm
H5769
"forever"
Prep | N-ms
This word means forever or always, describing something that lasts an eternity. It is used in the Bible to describe God's eternal nature and his lasting promises.
Definition: : old/ancient 1) long duration, antiquity, futurity, for ever, ever, everlasting, evermore, perpetual, old, ancient, world 1a) ancient time, long time (of past) 1b) (of future) 1b1) for ever, always 1b2) continuous existence, perpetual 1b3) everlasting, indefinite or unending future, eternity
Usage: Occurs in 413 OT verses. KJV: alway(-s), ancient (time), any more, continuance, eternal, (for, (n-)) ever(-lasting, -more, of old), lasting, long (time), (of) old (time), perpetual, at any time, (beginning of the) world ([phrase] without end). Compare H5331 (נֶצַח), H5703 (עַד). See also: Genesis 3:22; 1 Kings 8:13; Psalms 5:12.
יִשְׂמַ֖ח
sâmach
H8055
"to rejoice"
V-Qal-Imperf-3ms
This verb means to rejoice or be glad, often used in a religious sense, like when the Israelites rejoiced at the dedication of the temple in 1 Kings 8:66.
Definition: 1) to rejoice, be glad 1a) (Qal) 1a1) to rejoice 1a2) to rejoice (arrogantly), exult (at) 1a3) to rejoice (religiously) 1b) (Piel) to cause to rejoice, gladden, make glad 1c) (Hiphil) to cause to rejoice, gladden, make glad
Usage: Occurs in 148 OT verses. KJV: cheer up, be (make) glad, (have, make) joy(-ful), be (make) merry, (cause to, make to) rejoice, [idiom] very. See also: Exodus 4:14; Psalms 92:5; Psalms 5:12.
יְהוָ֣ה
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.
בְּ/מַעֲשָֽׂי/ו
maʻăseh
H4639
"deed"
Prep | N-mp | Suff
This Hebrew word refers to an action or deed, which can be good or bad. It is used to describe various activities, such as work, business, or achievements. The KJV translates it as act, deed, or labor.
Definition: : judgement/punishment 1) deed, work 1a) deed, thing done, act 1b) work, labour 1c) business, pursuit 1d) undertaking, enterprise 1e) achievement 1f) deeds, works (of deliverance and judgment) 1g) work, thing made 1h) work (of God) 1i) product
Usage: Occurs in 221 OT verses. KJV: act, art, [phrase] bakemeat, business, deed, do(-ing), labor, thing made, ware of making, occupation, thing offered, operation, possession, [idiom] well, (handy-, needle-, net-) work(ing, -manship), wrought. See also: Genesis 5:29; Job 1:10; Psalms 8:4.
Study Notes — Psalms 104:31
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- Context
- Cross References
- Psalms 104:31 Summary
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Reflection Questions
- Gill's Exposition on Psalms 104:31
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Psalms 104:31
- Matthew Poole's Commentary on Psalms 104:31
- Trapp's Commentary on Psalms 104:31
- Ellicott's Commentary on Psalms 104:31
- Cambridge Bible on Psalms 104:31
- Barnes' Notes on Psalms 104:31
- Whedon's Commentary on Psalms 104:31
- Sermons on Psalms 104:31
Context — How Many Are Your Works, O LORD!
29When You hide Your face, they are terrified; when You take away their breath, they die and return to dust.
30When You send Your Spirit, they are created, and You renew the face of the earth.
31May the glory of the LORD endure forever; may the LORD rejoice in His works.
32He looks on the earth, and it trembles; He touches the mountains, and they smolder. 33I will sing to the LORD all my life; I will sing praise to my God while I have my being.Cross References
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| 1 | Genesis 1:31 | And God looked upon all that He had made, and indeed, it was very good. And there was evening, and there was morning—the sixth day. |
| 2 | 2 Timothy 4:18 | And the Lord will rescue me from every evil action and bring me safely into His heavenly kingdom. To Him be the glory forever and ever. Amen. |
| 3 | Ephesians 3:21 | to Him be the glory in the church and in Christ Jesus throughout all generations, forever and ever. Amen. |
| 4 | Isaiah 62:5 | For as a young man marries a young woman, so your sons will marry you; and as a bridegroom rejoices over his bride, so your God will rejoice over you. |
| 5 | Luke 15:22–24 | But the father said to his servants, ‘Quick! Bring the best robe and put it on him. Put a ring on his finger and sandals on his feet. Bring the fattened calf and kill it. Let us feast and celebrate. For this son of mine was dead and is alive again! He was lost and is found!’ So they began to celebrate. |
| 6 | Romans 11:36 | For from Him and through Him and to Him are all things. To Him be the glory forever! Amen. |
| 7 | Revelation 5:12–13 | In a loud voice they were saying: “Worthy is the Lamb, who was slain, to receive power and riches and wisdom and strength and honor and glory and blessing!” And I heard every creature in heaven and on earth and under the earth and in the sea, and all that is in them, saying: “To Him who sits on the throne and to the Lamb be praise and honor and glory and power forever and ever!” |
| 8 | Jeremiah 32:41 | Yes, I will rejoice in doing them good, and I will faithfully plant them in this land with all My heart and with all My soul. |
| 9 | Luke 15:5–6 | And when he finds it, he joyfully puts it on his shoulders, comes home, and calls together his friends and neighbors to tell them, ‘Rejoice with me, for I have found my lost sheep!’ |
| 10 | Zephaniah 3:17 | The LORD your God is among you; He is mighty to save. He will rejoice over you with gladness; He will quiet you with His love; He will rejoice over you with singing.” |
Psalms 104:31 Summary
[This verse is a beautiful expression of praise and worship to God, acknowledging that His glory will last forever and that He delights in the things He has made, just like a parent is proud of their children. We can see this theme of God's delight in creation in Psalms 19:1-6, where the heavens declare God's glory. It's a reminder to us to worship and adore Him, not just for what He does, but for who He is. As we read in Revelation 4:11, God is worthy of our praise because He created all things and they exist for His pleasure.]
Frequently Asked Questions
What does it mean for the glory of the LORD to endure forever?
This means that God's splendor, majesty, and praise will never fade or come to an end, as declared in Psalms 102:27 and Hebrews 13:8, where it says Jesus Christ is the same yesterday, today, and forever.
How can the LORD rejoice in His works?
God takes delight in His creation, including humanity, as seen in Psalms 8:3-8 where the psalmist marvels at the majesty of God's works, and in Proverbs 8:30-31, where wisdom is described as rejoicing in God's creation.
What is the significance of this verse in the context of the surrounding verses?
This verse serves as a praise and adoration to God after describing the power and might of God in creating and sustaining life in Psalms 104:29-30, and before expressing personal commitment to worship in Psalms 104:33, reflecting the theme of acknowledging God's sovereignty over all creation, as seen in Psalms 103:19-22.
How should we respond to this verse in our daily lives?
We should respond with worship, praise, and adoration, recognizing God's eternal glory and His delight in His works, as encouraged in Psalms 100:1-5 and Romans 11:36, where all things are from Him and for Him.
Reflection Questions
- What are some of God's works in my life that I can rejoice in and praise Him for?
- How can I reflect God's glory in my daily life, and what does that look like in my relationships and actions?
- In what ways can I join with the psalmist in declaring the glory of the LORD and rejoicing in His works?
- What are some things that I can do to cultivate a heart of worship and adoration, like the one expressed in this verse?
Gill's Exposition on Psalms 104:31
The glory of the Lord shall endure for ever,.... The glory which arises from the works of his hands, which is due unto him, and shall be given him; this is opposed to the perishing and fading glory
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Psalms 104:31
The glory of the LORD shall endure for ever: the LORD shall rejoice in his works. The glory of the Lord shall endure forever: the Lord shall rejoice in his works - as He did when creation was completed (Genesis 1:31).
Matthew Poole's Commentary on Psalms 104:31
So the sense is, Thus God doth and will advance the glory of his wisdom, and power, and goodness in upholding and continuing the works of his hands from generation to generation, and he doth and will take pleasure both in the preservation and blessing of his works, as also in his reflection upon these works of his providence, as he did rest and delight himself in the contemplation of his works of creation, as is noted, 2:2,3. But the words are by divers, and, it may seem, more agreeably to the Hebrew text, rendered thus, Let (for the first word is of the imperative mood) the glory of the Lord endure for ever, and let the Lord have joy (or, then shall the Lord rejoice) in his works. So this is added as a convenient doxology or thanksgiving after the commemoration of his great and gracious works; and the sense may be this, Seeing therefore God hath enriched the earth and us with so many fruits of his bounty, let it be our constant desire and endeavour that God may be perpetually served and glorified in and by them, and that God may be no more grieved at the remembrance of his kindness to us, as he was, ,6, and thereby be again provoked to destroy us, but may take pleasure in beholding and cherishing of his own workmanship.
Trapp's Commentary on Psalms 104:31
Psalms 104:31 The glory of the LORD shall endure for ever: the LORD shall rejoice in his works.Ver. 31. The glory of the Lord shall endure for ever] Or, Let glory be to the Lord for ever, sc. for his great works of creation and conservation. The Lord shall rejoice in his works] As he did at the creation, when he saw all to be good, and very good; so still, it doth God good, as it were, to see the poor creatures feed, and men to give him the honour of all.
Ellicott's Commentary on Psalms 104:31
(31) The Lord shall rejoice.—The poet still follows Genesis in representing God as looking on His finished work with pleasure, but he says nothing of a sabbath. But it is possible that the thought of the sabbath hymns of praise led him to join man with the Divine Being in celebrating the glory and perfection of creation.
Cambridge Bible on Psalms 104:31
31–35. Concluding prayers and vows.
Barnes' Notes on Psalms 104:31
The glory of the Lord shall endure for ever - Margin, as in Hebrew, “shall be.” It might be rendered, “Let the glory of the Lord be for ever,” implying a strong desire that it should be so.
Whedon's Commentary on Psalms 104:31
31. The glory of the Lord shall endure for ever—This is proposed as the end of all his works, (Psalms 104:2; Psalms 104:24,) and the moral of this graphic and beautiful review.
Sermons on Psalms 104:31
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The Coming Prince by Sir Robert Anderson | Sir Robert Anderson preaches about the rise of the Antichrist, a man of transcendent greatness who will gain pre-eminence in the world through his extraordinary combination of qual |
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Of the Joy of God. by John Gill | John Gill explores the concept of God's joy, emphasizing that while joy is attributed to God in scripture, it should not be viewed as a human passion but rather as a divine delight |
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Psalm 104 by Henry Law | Henry Law preaches on the greatness of God in creation and providence, calling for blessings to be devoutly rendered to the Lord. The sermon delves into the majestic imagery of God |
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Glory - Part 2 by Arthur Blessitt | Arthur Blessitt preaches on the glorious nature of God, emphasizing that His glory will fill the earth as promised in Numbers 14:21 and Habakkuk 2:14. The sermon delves into the va |
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You Can Fulfill God's Perfect Plan by Zac Poonen | In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the importance of seeking and following God's plan for our lives. He uses the example of the apostle Paul, who faced numerous challenges and |
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(Basics) 10. God's Word Is Our Food by Zac Poonen | In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the importance of responding to the word of God. He refers to Genesis chapter 1, where the earth responded to the word of God and something h |
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(2006 Conference) 1.beauty and Perfection in Balance by Zac Poonen | This sermon emphasizes the importance of maintaining a balance of truth in our lives, churches, and ministries, drawing insights from Genesis 1. It highlights the need to examine o |