Psalms 149:6
Psalms 149:6 in Multiple Translations
May the high praises of God be in their mouths, and a double-edged sword in their hands,
Let the high praises of God be in their mouth, and a twoedged sword in their hand;
Let the high praises of God be in their mouth, And a two-edged sword in their hand;
Let the high praises of God be in their mouths, and a two-edged sword in their hands;
May their praises of God always be on their lips, a double-edged sword in their hands,
Let the high Actes of God bee in their mouth, and a two edged sword in their hands,
The exaltation of God [is] in their throat, And a two-edged sword in their hand.
May the high praises of God be in their mouths, and a two-edged sword in their hand,
Let the high praises of God be in their mouth, and a two-edged sword in their hand;
The high praise of God shall be in their mouth: and two-edged swords in their hands:
They [MTY] should shout loudly to praise God; but they should also hold sharp swords in their hands,
Berean Amplified Bible — Psalms 149:6
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Psalms 149:6 Interlinear (Deep Study)
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רוֹמְמ֣וֹת
אֵ֭ל
בִּ/גְרוֹנָ֑/ם
וְ/חֶ֖רֶב
פִּֽיפִיּ֣וֹת
בְּ/יָדָֽ/ם
רוֹמְמ֣וֹת
rôwmᵉmâh
H7319
high
N-mp
אֵ֭ל
ʼêl
H410
god
N-ms
בִּ/גְרוֹנָ֑/ם
gârôwn
H1627
throat
Prep | N-ms | Suff
וְ/חֶ֖רֶב
chereb
H2719
sword
Conj | N-fs
פִּֽיפִיּ֣וֹת
pîyphîyâh
H6374
tooth
N-cp
בְּ/יָדָֽ/ם
yâd
H3027
hand
Prep | N-cs | Suff
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Hebrew Word Reference — Psalms 149:6
רוֹמְמ֣וֹת
rôwmᵉmâh
H7319
"high"
N-mp
This Hebrew word means to exalt or praise something, like giving high honor to God. It appears in Psalm 107:32 where people praise God for his wonderful works. It is about uplifting and recognizing greatness.
Definition: uplifting, arising Another spelling of ro.mam (רוֹמָם "extolling" H7318)
Usage: Occurs in 1 OT verses. KJV: high. See also: Psalms 149:6.
אֵ֭ל
ʼêl
H410
"god"
N-ms
In the Bible, 'el means strength or power, and is often used to refer to God or false gods. It describes something or someone as mighty or powerful, like the Almighty. This concept is central to understanding the Bible's view of God.
Definition: : god 1) god, god-like one, mighty one 1a) mighty men, men of rank, mighty heroes 1b) angels 1c) god, false god, (demons, imaginations) 1d) God, the one true God, Jehovah 2) mighty things in nature 3) strength, power Also means: ": power" (el אֵל H0410L)
Usage: Occurs in 235 OT verses. KJV: God (god), [idiom] goodly, [idiom] great, idol, might(-y one), power, strong. Compare names in '-el.' See also: Genesis 14:18; Job 33:14; Psalms 5:5.
בִּ/גְרוֹנָ֑/ם
gârôwn
H1627
"throat"
Prep | N-ms | Suff
The throat refers to the neck or throat area, as in Ezekiel 38:21 where God says the open sepulchre will be stopped. It can also mean to speak aloud or mouth something.
Definition: 1) neck, throat 1a) neck 1b) throat 1b1) of open sepulchre (fig.)
Usage: Occurs in 8 OT verses. KJV: [idiom] aloud, mouth, neck, throat. See also: Psalms 5:10; Isaiah 3:16; Psalms 69:4.
וְ/חֶ֖רֶב
chereb
H2719
"sword"
Conj | N-fs
A sword or cutting instrument is what this Hebrew word refers to, including knives and tools for cutting stone. It is used in the Bible to describe weapons and sharp objects.
Definition: 1) sword, knife 1a) sword 1b) knife 1c) tools for cutting stone
Usage: Occurs in 372 OT verses. KJV: axe, dagger, knife, mattock, sword, tool. See also: Genesis 3:24; 2 Samuel 2:16; Psalms 7:13.
פִּֽיפִיּ֣וֹת
pîyphîyâh
H6374
"tooth"
N-cp
This Hebrew word means a tooth or edge, often used to describe something sharp or two-edged, like a sword in Psalm 149:6.
Definition: tooth Another spelling of pe.yah (פֵּיָה "two-edged" H6366)
Usage: Occurs in 2 OT verses. KJV: tooth, [idiom] two-edged. See also: Psalms 149:6; Isaiah 41:15.
בְּ/יָדָֽ/ם
yâd
H3027
"hand"
Prep | N-cs | Suff
In the Bible, 'yad' refers to an open hand, symbolizing power or direction. It can also mean strength or a part of something, like a side or a share. The word is used in many contexts, including anatomy and everyday life.
Definition: : hand/arm[anatomy] 1) hand 1a) hand (of man) 1b) strength, power (fig.) 1c) side (of land), part, portion (metaph.) (fig.) 1d) (various special, technical senses) 1d1) sign, monument 1d2) part, fractional part, share 1d3) time, repetition 1d4) axle-trees, axle 1d5) stays, support (for laver) 1d6) tenons (in tabernacle) 1d7) a phallus, a hand (meaning unsure) 1d8) wrists
Usage: Occurs in 1446 OT verses. KJV: ([phrase] be) able, [idiom] about, [phrase] armholes, at, axletree, because of, beside, border, [idiom] bounty, [phrase] broad, (broken-) handed, [idiom] by, charge, coast, [phrase] consecrate, [phrase] creditor, custody, debt, dominion, [idiom] enough, [phrase] fellowship, force, [idiom] from, hand(-staves, -y work), [idiom] he, himself, [idiom] in, labour, [phrase] large, ledge, (left-) handed, means, [idiom] mine, ministry, near, [idiom] of, [idiom] order, ordinance, [idiom] our, parts, pain, power, [idiom] presumptuously, service, side, sore, state, stay, draw with strength, stroke, [phrase] swear, terror, [idiom] thee, [idiom] by them, [idiom] themselves, [idiom] thine own, [idiom] thou, through, [idiom] throwing, [phrase] thumb, times, [idiom] to, [idiom] under, [idiom] us, [idiom] wait on, (way-) side, where, [phrase] wide, [idiom] with (him, me, you), work, [phrase] yield, [idiom] yourselves. See also: Genesis 3:22; Exodus 7:19; Leviticus 14:22.
Study Notes — Psalms 149:6
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- Context
- Cross References
- Psalms 149:6 Summary
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Reflection Questions
- Gill's Exposition on Psalms 149:6
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Psalms 149:6
- Matthew Poole's Commentary on Psalms 149:6
- Trapp's Commentary on Psalms 149:6
- Ellicott's Commentary on Psalms 149:6
- Adam Clarke's Commentary on Psalms 149:6
- Cambridge Bible on Psalms 149:6
- Barnes' Notes on Psalms 149:6
- Whedon's Commentary on Psalms 149:6
- Sermons on Psalms 149:6
Context — Sing to the LORD a New Song
4For the LORD takes pleasure in His people; He adorns the afflicted with salvation.
5Let the saints exult in glory; let them shout for joy upon their beds.
6May the high praises of God be in their mouths, and a double-edged sword in their hands,
7to inflict vengeance on the nations and punishment on the peoples, 8to bind their kings with chains and their nobles with shackles of iron,Cross References
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| 1 | Hebrews 4:12 | For the word of God is living and active. Sharper than any double-edged sword, it pierces even to dividing soul and spirit, joints and marrow. It judges the thoughts and intentions of the heart. |
| 2 | Psalms 66:17 | I cried out to Him with my mouth and praised Him with my tongue. |
| 3 | Revelation 1:16 | He held in His right hand seven stars, and a sharp double-edged sword came from His mouth. His face was like the sun shining at its brightest. |
| 4 | 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. |
| 5 | Nehemiah 9:5 | Then the Levites—Jeshua, Kadmiel, Bani, Hashabneiah, Sherebiah, Hodiah, Shebaniah, and Pethahiah—said, “Stand up and bless the LORD your God from everlasting to everlasting: Blessed be Your glorious name, and may it be exalted above all blessing and praise. |
| 6 | Psalms 96:4 | For great is the LORD, and greatly to be praised; He is to be feared above all gods. |
| 7 | Luke 2:14 | “Glory to God in the highest, and on earth peace to men on whom His favor rests!” |
| 8 | Psalms 115:7 | they have hands, but cannot feel; they have feet, but cannot walk; they cannot even clear their throats. |
| 9 | Psalms 145:3–5 | Great is the LORD and greatly to be praised; His greatness is unsearchable. One generation will commend Your works to the next, and will proclaim Your mighty acts— the glorious splendor of Your majesty. And I will meditate on Your wondrous works. |
| 10 | Daniel 4:37 | Now I, Nebuchadnezzar, praise and exalt and glorify the King of heaven, for all His works are true and all His ways are just. And He is able to humble those who walk in pride. |
Psalms 149:6 Summary
This verse is talking about how God's people should have praise in their hearts and on their lips, and be ready to trust in God's power to overcome any challenge or enemy. Just like in Psalms 100:4-5, we should give thanks and praise to God for His great works and faithfulness. The 'double-edged sword' in this verse represents the power of God's Word, which can help us defend ourselves against spiritual attacks and share the Gospel with others, as seen in Ephesians 6:17. By trusting in God and using His Word, we can have victory over any spiritual enemy and bring glory to God.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does it mean to have 'the high praises of God' in our mouths?
This phrase means to express our deepest worship and adoration for God, just as the Psalmist does in Psalms 100:4-5, giving thanks and praise to Him for His great works and faithfulness.
What is the symbolic meaning of a 'double-edged sword' in this verse?
The double-edged sword represents the power of God's Word, as described in Hebrews 4:12, which is able to penetrate and discern the heart, and is a weapon for spiritual warfare, as seen in Ephesians 6:17.
How can we balance praise and warfare in our spiritual lives, as this verse suggests?
We can balance praise and warfare by remembering that our spiritual battles are won through faith and trust in God, as seen in 1 Samuel 17:45-47, where David trusted God for victory over Goliath, and by using the sword of the Spirit, which is the Word of God, to defend ourselves against spiritual attacks.
Is this verse promoting violence or aggression towards others?
No, this verse is not promoting violence or aggression, but rather spiritual warfare, as described in Ephesians 6:10-18, where we are to put on the full armor of God and trust in His power to overcome spiritual enemies, not physical ones.
Reflection Questions
- What are some ways I can express my praise to God in my daily life, and how can I make sure that praise is 'high' and sincere?
- How can I use the 'double-edged sword' of God's Word to defend myself against spiritual attacks and to share the Gospel with others?
- What are some areas in my life where I need to trust God for victory, just as David did in 1 Samuel 17, and how can I apply the principles of this verse to those areas?
- How can I balance my desire for spiritual victory with the need to love and serve others, as seen in Matthew 22:37-40, and to avoid using my faith as a means of aggression or judgment towards others?
Gill's Exposition on Psalms 149:6
[Let] the high [praises] of God [be] in their mouth,.... Or "throats" (m); loudly declared by them.
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Psalms 149:6
Let the high praises of God be in their mouth, and a twoedged sword in their hand; Let the high praises of God (be) in their mouth. "High praises of God" - i:e., praises extolling God on high (Psalms 66:17).
Matthew Poole's Commentary on Psalms 149:6
In their mouth, Heb. in their throat; which signifies vocal praise, and that with a loud voice. A two-edged sword in their hand; not only to defend themselves from their enemies, but, as it follows, to revenge themselves upon them.
Trapp's Commentary on Psalms 149:6
Psalms 149:6 [Let] the high [praises] of God [be] in their mouth, and a twoedged sword in their hand; Ver. 6. Let the high praises (or the exaltations) of God be in their mouth] Heb. in their throat. So Isa. lviil. 1, "Cry aloud"; Heb. cry in the throat, set up thy note. - Sic clames, ut Stentora vincas. And a two-edged sword in their hand] Such an invincible power shall the saints have, as whereby they shall subdue all their enemies, corporal and spiritual. See Hebrews 13:12 Revelation 1:16; Revelation 19:15. There was more than metal and form in Goliath’ s sword, delivered by the priest to David; whose arm was not so much strengthend by it as his faith: so is every good Christian’ s by that two-edged sword of the Spirit; he may well write upon it, as that renowned Talbot in the reign of Henry VI did upon his sword, in blunt and boisterous language, Sum Talbotti I am Talbot (this was engraven upon the one side of the blade, and upon the other) pro vincere inimicos meos For to conquer my enemies (Speed). See 2 Corinthians 10:4-5.
Ellicott's Commentary on Psalms 149:6
(6) High praises.—Literally, exaltations of celebration, i.e., hymns of praise. Mouth.—Rather, throat.
Adam Clarke's Commentary on Psalms 149:6
Verse 6. Let the high praises of God] Let them sing songs the most sublime, with the loudest noise consistent with harmony. And a two-edged sword in their hand] Perhaps there is an allusion here to the manner in which the Jews were obliged to labour in rebuilding the walls of Jerusalem: "Every one with one of his hands wrought in the work, and with the other hand held a weapon," Ne 4:17. The two-edged sword, in Hebrew, is פיפיות pipiyoth, "mouth mouths."
Cambridge Bible on Psalms 149:6
6. high praises] Cp. Psalms 66:17, note. in their mouth] Lit. throat (Psalms 115:7). a twoedged sword] So the LXX and Jer.; cp. Judges 3:16 : but a sword of mouths means rather a devouring sword. So Nehemiah’s builders prayed (Nehemiah 4:9) and built with sword in hand (Nehemiah 4:16 ff.); and Judas Maccabaeus and his followers joined battle with Nicanor, “contending with their hands, and praying unto God with their hearts” (2Ma 15:26-27).
Barnes' Notes on Psalms 149:6
Let the high praises of God be in their mouth - Margin, as in Hebrew, in their throat.
Whedon's Commentary on Psalms 149:6
6. The high praises of God—Hebrew, The exaltations of God; that is, those praises which exalt God in the eyes of his universe. In their mouth—Hebrew, In their throat, as indicating loud sounding praise.
Sermons on Psalms 149:6
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Praise - Part 2 by Derek Prince | In this sermon, the speaker shares a personal experience of dancing during a church service and how it brought liberation to the congregation. He encourages everyone to praise God, |
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Complete Surrender by A.W. Tozer | In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the importance of surrendering oneself to God and sacrificing for His glory. The speaker talks about the need to prioritize spiritual matter |
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Joshua Facing the Challenge by Warren Wiersbe | In this sermon, the speaker discusses the story of Joshua and his encounter with a man with a drawn sword near Jericho. Joshua asks if the man is for or against them, and the man r |
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The Glory of God - Part 1 by David Platt | This sermon emphasizes the importance of praising the Lord from the heavens to the earth, calling all creation to worship Him. It delves into the purpose of glorifying God in our l |
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You're Free - Part 1 by Carter Conlon | This sermon emphasizes that the devil has no right to control our lives or minds as believers in Christ. Through Christ's triumph, we are set free from the power of sin and darknes |
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Spiritual Warfare by Manley Beasley | In this sermon, the speaker shares his experiences of preaching at a particular church for the past seven years. He mentions that the congregation has always been receptive to his |
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(1 Samuel) God’s Worship Leader by David Guzik | In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes that the purpose of worship is not entertainment, but to draw people into the presence of God. He criticizes the modern church culture in th |