Psalms 27:6
Psalms 27:6 in Multiple Translations
Then my head will be held high above my enemies around me. At His tabernacle I will offer sacrifices with shouts of joy; I will sing and make music to the LORD.
And now shall mine head be lifted up above mine enemies round about me: therefore will I offer in his tabernacle sacrifices of joy; I will sing, yea, I will sing praises unto the LORD.
And now shall my head be lifted up above mine enemies round about me; And I will offer in his tabernacle sacrifices of joy; I will sing, yea, I will sing praises unto Jehovah.
And now my head will be lifted up higher than my haters who are round me: because of this I will make offerings of joy in his tent; I will make a song, truly I will make a song of praise to the Lord.
He will hold my head high over my enemies who are all around me. I shall offer sacrifices in his house with shouts of joy, and I will sing praises to the Lord.
And nowe shall hee lift vp mine head aboue mine enemies rounde about mee: therefore wil I offer in his Tabernacle sacrifices of ioy: I wil sing and praise the Lord.
And now, lifted up is my head, Above my enemies — my surrounders, And I sacrifice in His tent sacrifices of shouting, I sing, yea, I sing praise to Jehovah.
Now my head will be lifted up above my enemies around me. I will offer sacrifices of joy in his tent. I will sing, yes, I will sing praises to the LORD.
And now shall my head be lifted above my enemies around me: therefore will I offer in his tabernacle sacrifices of joy; I will sing, yes, I will sing praises to the LORD.
Blessed be the Lord, for he hath heard the voice of my supplication.
Then I will triumph over [IDM] my enemies. I will shout joyfully as I offer sacrifices in his Sacred Tent, and I will praise Yahweh as I sing.
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Psalms 27:6 Interlinear (Deep Study)
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וְ/עַתָּ֨ה
יָר֪וּם
רֹאשִׁ֡/י
עַ֤ל
אֹֽיְבַ֬/י
סְֽבִיבוֹתַ֗/י
וְ/אֶזְבְּחָ֣ה
בְ֭/אָהֳל/וֹ
זִבְחֵ֣י
תְרוּעָ֑ה
אָשִׁ֥ירָה
וַ֝/אֲזַמְּרָ֗ה
לַ/יהוָֽה
וְ/עַתָּ֨ה
ʻattâh
H6258
now
Conj | Adv
יָר֪וּם
rûwm
H7311
to exalt
V-Qal-Imperf-3ms
רֹאשִׁ֡/י
rôʼsh
H7218
head
N-ms | Suff
עַ֤ל
ʻal
H5921
upon
Prep
אֹֽיְבַ֬/י
ʼôyêb
H341
enemy
V-Qal | Suff
סְֽבִיבוֹתַ֗/י
çâbîyb
H5439
around
N-cp | Suff
וְ/אֶזְבְּחָ֣ה
zâbach
H2076
to sacrifice
Conj | V-Qal-1cs
בְ֭/אָהֳל/וֹ
ʼôhel
H168
tent
Prep | N-ms | Suff
זִבְחֵ֣י
zebach
H2077
sacrifice
N-mp
תְרוּעָ֑ה
tᵉrûwʻâh
H8643
shout
N-fs
אָשִׁ֥ירָה
shîyr
H7891
to sing
V-Qal-1cs
וַ֝/אֲזַמְּרָ֗ה
zâmar
H2167
to sing
Conj | V-Piel-1cs
לַ/יהוָֽה
Yᵉhôvâh
H3068
The Lord
Prep | N-proper
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Hebrew Word Reference — Psalms 27:6
וְ/עַתָּ֨ה
ʻattâh
H6258
"now"
Conj | Adv
This word means now or at this time, like in Exodus when God says now is the time to act. It can also be used to connect ideas or show a change in time, as seen in the book of Isaiah.
Definition: 1) now 1a) now 1b) in phrases
Usage: Occurs in 422 OT verses. KJV: henceforth, now, straightway, this time, whereas. See also: Genesis 3:22; Joshua 24:23; 2 Samuel 24:13.
יָר֪וּם
rûwm
H7311
"to exalt"
V-Qal-Imperf-3ms
This verb can mean to lift something or someone up, like a parent lifting a child, or to exalt oneself in pride. In the Bible, it's used to describe God lifting up the humble and bringing down the proud.
Definition: 1) to rise, rise up, be high, be lofty, be exalted 1a) (Qal) 1a1) to be high, be set on high 1a2) to be raised, be uplifted, be exalted 1a3) to be lifted, rise 1b) (Polel) 1b1) to raise or rear (children), cause to grow up 1b2) to lift up, raise, exalt 1b3) to exalt, extol 1c) (Polal) to be lifted up 1d) (Hiphil) 1d1) to raise, lift, lift up, take up, set up, erect, exalt, set on high 1d2) to lift up (and take away), remove 1d3) to lift off and present, contribute, offer, contribute 1e) (Hophal) to be taken off, be abolished 1f) (Hithpolel) to exalt oneself, magnify oneself Aramaic equivalent: rum (רוּם "to rise" H7313)
Usage: Occurs in 184 OT verses. KJV: bring up, exalt (self), extol, give, go up, haughty, heave (up), (be, lift up on, make on, set up on, too) high(-er, one), hold up, levy, lift(-er) up, (be) lofty, ([idiom] a-) loud, mount up, offer (up), [phrase] presumptuously, (be) promote(-ion), proud, set up, tall(-er), take (away, off, up), breed worms. See also: Genesis 7:17; Psalms 46:11; Psalms 3:4.
רֹאשִׁ֡/י
rôʼsh
H7218
"head"
N-ms | Suff
This Hebrew word means chief or prince, and is used to describe leaders in the Bible, such as in the book of 1 Samuel. It signifies a position of authority and importance.
Definition: : head 1) head, top, summit, upper part, chief, total, sum, height, front, beginning 1a) head (of man, animals) 1b) top, tip (of mountain) 1c) height (of stars) 1d) chief, head (of man, city, nation, place, family, priest) 1e) head, front, beginning 1f) chief, choicest, best 1g) head, division, company, band 1h) sum
Usage: Occurs in 547 OT verses. KJV: band, beginning, captain, chapiter, chief(-est place, man, things), company, end, [idiom] every (man), excellent, first, forefront, (be-)head, height, (on) high(-est part, (priest)), [idiom] lead, [idiom] poor, principal, ruler, sum, top. See also: Genesis 2:10; Numbers 17:18; 2 Samuel 4:7.
עַ֤ל
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.
אֹֽיְבַ֬/י
ʼôyêb
H341
"enemy"
V-Qal | Suff
This Hebrew word means enemy or adversary, referring to someone who hates or opposes another person or nation. It is used to describe personal or national enemies in the Bible.
Definition: 1) (Qal) enemy 1a) personal 1b) national
Usage: Occurs in 275 OT verses. KJV: enemy, foe. See also: Genesis 22:17; 2 Samuel 22:1; Psalms 3:8.
סְֽבִיבוֹתַ֗/י
çâbîyb
H5439
"around"
N-cp | Suff
This word describes something that surrounds or encompasses, like a circle or neighborhood, and can also mean around or about, as in on every side. It is used to describe physical locations and proximity. The KJV translates it as about or circuit.
Definition: : around/border subst 1) places round about, circuit, round about adv 2) in a circuit, a circuit, round about prep 3) in the circuit, from every side
Usage: Occurs in 282 OT verses. KJV: (place, round) about, circuit, compass, on every side. See also: Genesis 23:17; 1 Kings 7:24; Psalms 3:7.
וְ/אֶזְבְּחָ֣ה
zâbach
H2076
"to sacrifice"
Conj | V-Qal-1cs
To sacrifice means to slaughter an animal, usually for a religious offering, as seen in the Bible's instructions for worship. This term is used in many contexts, including sacrifices for eating or in divine judgment. It's often translated as 'kill' or 'offer' in the KJV.
Definition: 1) to slaughter, kill, sacrifice, slaughter for sacrifice 1a) (Qal) 1a1) to slaughter for sacrifice 1a2) to slaughter for eating 1a3) to slaughter in divine judgment 1b) (Piel) to sacrifice, offer sacrifice Aramaic equivalent: de.vach (דְּבַח "to sacrifice" H1684)
Usage: Occurs in 127 OT verses. KJV: kill, offer, (do) sacrifice, slay. See also: Genesis 31:54; 1 Kings 8:62; Psalms 4:6.
בְ֭/אָהֳל/וֹ
ʼôhel
H168
"tent"
Prep | N-ms | Suff
The Hebrew word for a tent, often used to describe the tabernacle or a nomad's home. In Exodus 33:7-11, it refers to the sacred tent where God meets with Moses.
Definition: : tent 1) tent 1a) nomad's tent, and thus symbolic of wilderness life, transience 1b) dwelling, home, habitation 1c) the sacred tent of Jehovah (the tabernacle) Also means: o.hel (אֹ֫הֶל ": home" H0168H)
Usage: Occurs in 314 OT verses. KJV: covering, (dwelling) (place), home, tabernacle, tent. See also: Genesis 4:20; Leviticus 14:23; Joshua 22:4.
זִבְחֵ֣י
zebach
H2077
"sacrifice"
N-mp
A sacrifice refers to the act of offering an animal's flesh to God, such as in the sacrifices of righteousness or the Passover. This term encompasses various types of sacrifices, including thank offerings and covenant sacrifices. The KJV translates it as 'offer' or 'sacrifice'.
Definition: 1) sacrifice 1a) sacrifices of righteousness 1b) sacrifices of strife 1c) sacrifices to dead things 1d) the covenant sacrifice 1e) the passover 1f) annual sacrifice 1g) thank offering
Usage: Occurs in 153 OT verses. KJV: offer(-ing), sacrifice. See also: Genesis 31:54; 1 Samuel 2:19; Psalms 4:6.
תְרוּעָ֑ה
tᵉrûwʻâh
H8643
"shout"
N-fs
This word means a loud shout or noise, like a battle cry or a joyful sound. It can also refer to the blast of trumpets in books like Numbers and Joshua.
Definition: 1) alarm, signal, sound of tempest, shout, shout or blast of war or alarm or joy 1a) alarm of war, war-cry, battle-cry 1b) blast (for march) 1c) shout of joy (with religious impulse) 1d) shout of joy (in general)
Usage: Occurs in 33 OT verses. KJV: alarm, blow(-ing) (of, the) (trumpets), joy, jubile, loud noise, rejoicing, shout(-ing), (high, joyful) sound(-ing). See also: Leviticus 23:24; Ezra 3:12; Psalms 27:6.
אָשִׁ֥ירָה
shîyr
H7891
"to sing"
V-Qal-1cs
This Hebrew word means to sing, and it is used in the Bible to describe the act of singing, like when the Israelites sang after crossing the Red Sea in Exodus 15. It can also refer to a singer or songstress. The Bible often mentions singing as a way to praise God.
Definition: 1) to sing 1a) (Qal) 1a1) to sing 1a2) singer, songstresses (participle) 1b) (Polel) 1b1) to sing 1b2) singer, songstress (participle) 1c) (Hophal) to be sung
Usage: Occurs in 79 OT verses. KJV: behold (by mistake for H7789 (שׁוּר)), sing(-er, -ing man, -ing woman). See also: Exodus 15:1; Nehemiah 12:45; Psalms 7:1.
וַ֝/אֲזַמְּרָ֗ה
zâmar
H2167
"to sing"
Conj | V-Piel-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.
לַ/יהוָֽה
Yᵉhôvâh
H3068
"The Lord"
Prep | 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.
Study Notes — Psalms 27:6
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- Context
- Cross References
- Psalms 27:6 Summary
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Reflection Questions
- Gill's Exposition on Psalms 27:6
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Psalms 27:6
- Matthew Poole's Commentary on Psalms 27:6
- Trapp's Commentary on Psalms 27:6
- Ellicott's Commentary on Psalms 27:6
- Adam Clarke's Commentary on Psalms 27:6
- Cambridge Bible on Psalms 27:6
- Barnes' Notes on Psalms 27:6
- Whedon's Commentary on Psalms 27:6
- Sermons on Psalms 27:6
Context — The LORD Is My Salvation
4One thing I have asked of the LORD; this is what I desire: to dwell in the house of the LORD all the days of my life, to gaze on the beauty of the LORD and seek Him in His temple.
5For in the day of trouble He will hide me in His shelter; He will conceal me under the cover of His tent; He will set me high upon a rock.
6Then my head will be held high above my enemies around me. At His tabernacle I will offer sacrifices with shouts of joy; I will sing and make music to the LORD.
7Hear, O LORD, my voice when I call; be merciful and answer me. 8My heart said, “Seek His face.” Your face, O LORD, I will seek.Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
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| 1 | Psalms 3:3 | But You, O LORD, are a shield around me, my glory, and the One who lifts my head. |
| 2 | Hebrews 13:15 | Through Jesus, therefore, let us continually offer to God a sacrifice of praise, the fruit of lips that confess His name. |
| 3 | Psalms 107:22 | Let them offer sacrifices of thanksgiving and declare His works with rejoicing. |
| 4 | 2 Samuel 22:49 | who frees me from my enemies. You exalt me above my foes; You rescue me from violent men. |
| 5 | Isaiah 12:6 | Cry out and sing, O citizen of Zion, for great among you is the Holy One of Israel.” |
| 6 | Ephesians 5:19–20 | Speak to one another with psalms, hymns, and spiritual songs. Sing and make music in your hearts to the Lord, always giving thanks to God the Father for everything in the name of our Lord Jesus Christ. |
| 7 | Revelation 5:9 | And they sang a new song: “Worthy are You to take the scroll and open its seals, because You were slain, and by Your blood You purchased for God those from every tribe and tongue and people and nation. |
| 8 | Jeremiah 33:11 | the sounds of joy and gladness, the voices of the bride and bridegroom, and the voices of those bringing thank offerings into the house of the LORD, saying: ‘Give thanks to the LORD of Hosts, for the LORD is good; His loving devotion endures forever.’ For I will restore the land from captivity as in former times, says the LORD. |
| 9 | Zechariah 9:9 | Rejoice greatly, O Daughter of Zion! Shout in triumph, O Daughter of Jerusalem! See, your King comes to you, righteous and victorious, humble and riding on a donkey, on a colt, the foal of a donkey. |
| 10 | Revelation 15:3 | and they sang the song of God’s servant Moses and of the Lamb: “Great and wonderful are Your works, O Lord God Almighty! Just and true are Your ways, O King of the nations! |
Psalms 27:6 Summary
This verse means that when we trust in God and worship Him, He gives us confidence and victory over our struggles. We can come to God's presence with joy and gratitude, like David did, and express our love and praise to Him through our words and actions (Psalms 100:4, Romans 8:37). It's about trusting in God's power and presence, and letting that trust shape our lives and our worship. By seeking God and trusting in Him, we can live with confidence and joy, even in difficult circumstances.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does it mean to have my head held high above my enemies?
This phrase means to be victorious and confident in the Lord's presence, even when faced with opposition, as seen in Psalms 27:6 and similarly in Psalms 3:3 where God is our shield and glory.
How can I offer sacrifices with shouts of joy like David?
Offering sacrifices with shouts of joy means to worship and praise God with a heart full of gratitude, as expressed in Psalms 100:1-5, where we are called to enter His gates with thanksgiving and His courts with praise.
What is the significance of the tabernacle in this verse?
The tabernacle represents the presence of God, where we can come to worship, seek, and find comfort in Him, as seen in Exodus 25:8 and similarly in Psalms 27:4 where David desires to dwell in the house of the Lord.
How can I apply this verse to my everyday life?
We can apply this verse by trusting in God's power and presence, and by expressing our gratitude and worship to Him, even in the midst of challenges, as encouraged in Romans 8:37 and 1 Corinthians 15:57.
Reflection Questions
- What are some areas in my life where I feel like I'm being surrounded by enemies, and how can I trust God to give me victory?
- How can I cultivate a heart of joy and gratitude in my worship, even when faced with difficulties?
- What does it mean for me to 'make music to the Lord' in my daily life, and how can I use my talents and actions to glorify Him?
- In what ways can I seek the Lord's face and presence, as David did, and what can I expect to find when I do?
Gill's Exposition on Psalms 27:6
And now shall mine head be lifted up,.... That is, when brought into the house of the Lord, hid in the secret of his tabernacle, and set upon the rock Christ; by this phrase he means, either that he
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Psalms 27:6
And now shall mine head be lifted up above mine enemies round about me: therefore will I offer in his tabernacle sacrifices of joy; I will sing, yea, I will sing praises unto the LORD.
Matthew Poole's Commentary on Psalms 27:6
Mine head shall be lifted up above mine enemies; he will advance me above them, and give me a complete victory over them. Sacrifices of joy, or of shouting or resounding, i.e. of thanksgiving; which were accompanied with the sound of trumpets and other instruments, ,42 Psa 33:3.
Trapp's Commentary on Psalms 27:6
Psalms 27:6 And now shall mine head be lifted up above mine enemies round about me: therefore will I offer in his tabernacle sacrifices of joy; I will sing, yea, I will sing praises unto the LORD.Ver. 6. And now shall mine head be lifted up] See Psalms 3:4, and take notice how clear David was upon his prayer, of the possession of the promise, that he should both get the better of his enemies, and enjoy the public ordinances. Sacrifices of joy] Heb. of loud shouting, hoc est sacrificia cum canticis, saith R. Solomon. Sacrifices with triumph, alarm, or jubilation to the Lord; not with profane triumphings, as the manner of the world is, as if by mine own strength or prudence I had gotten the victory. So at the battle of Agincourt, when our Henry V had beaten the French, the honour of the day was, by the king’ s command, ascribed only to God. He would not suffer his broken crown or bruised armour to be borne before him in show; or any ballads to be set forth or sung in his honour, &c. (Speed. Daniel).
Ellicott's Commentary on Psalms 27:6
(6) Sacrifices of joy.—Literally, of shouting; so LXX. and Vulg., hostiam vociferationis. The custom of blowing trumpets (Numbers 10:10; comp. Sir 1:16-18) at the time of the burnt offering illustrates this expression even if there is no direct allusion to it. I will sing, yea.—Better, I will sing and play.
Adam Clarke's Commentary on Psalms 27:6
Verse 6. Now shall mine head be lifted up] We shall most assuredly be redeemed from this captivity, and restored to our own land, and to the worship of our God in his own temple. There shall we offer sacrifices of joy; we will sing praises unto the Lord, and acknowledge that it is by his might and mercy alone that we have been delivered.
Cambridge Bible on Psalms 27:6
6. And now &c.] In the immediate future he anticipates not protection only but triumphant victory. Cp. Psalms 3:3; Psalms 110:7. in his tabernacle] Lit. in his tent, as in the preceding verse. There it may simply mean dwelling, in a general figurative sense; but here in connexion with the offering of sacrifice, it would seem that the tent which David pitched for the Ark on Mount Zion (2 Samuel 6:17) must be meant. sacrifices of joy] A bold expression for sacrifices of thanksgiving. Joy may mean the jubilant shouting with which religious festivities were celebrated (2 Samuel 6:15; Psalms 33:3; Psalms 47:5); or trumpet-sound, such as accompanied certain sacrifices (Numbers 10:10); here probably the former.
Barnes' Notes on Psalms 27:6
And now shall mine head - Now shall I be exalted. So we say that in affliction a person bows down his head; in prosperity he lifts it up.
Whedon's Commentary on Psalms 27:6
6. Now shall mine head be lifted up—His faith sees the coming exaltation and restoration to his throne. In his tabernacle—His acknowledgments for deliverance should not be private merely, but in the most public manner.
Sermons on Psalms 27:6
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Psalm 3 by Carl Armerding | In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the importance of crying out to the Lord in times of need. He shares a personal testimony of a doctor who was also a minister and how he expe |
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Spiritual Sacrifices by William Ray | William Ray emphasizes the significance of offering spiritual sacrifices, particularly the sacrifice of praise and joy, as essential to fulfilling God's will. He illustrates this t |
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Feasting in the Presence of Your Enemy! by David Wilkerson | David Wilkerson emphasizes the profound promise found in Psalm 23:5, where God prepares a feast for His children in the presence of their enemies. This imagery illustrates God's ab |
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About Leonard Ravenhill Video by Leonard Ravenhill | This sermon emphasizes the power of God's protection and provision in our lives, highlighting the importance of trusting in God's plan rather than seeking external prayers. It delv |
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(The Last Days & the Lord's Coming) Dont Get Drunk With Worldliness by Zac Poonen | In this sermon, the speaker focuses on the importance of being spiritually prepared for the second coming of Jesus. He references Luke 21:26, where Jesus speaks about the fear and |
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Experiencing Jesus by Jim Cymbala | In this sermon, the preacher shares a personal experience of receiving a text message from his son with a Bible verse that he had been contemplating preaching on. He emphasizes the |
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The Secret War of Every Saint by Carter Conlon | This sermon focuses on the secret war that every saint faces, emphasizing the mental battles and intense spiritual warfare encountered while walking with God, especially in challen |