Psalms 35:18
Psalms 35:18 in Multiple Translations
Then I will give You thanks in the great assembly; I will praise You among many people.
I will give thee thanks in the great congregation: I will praise thee among much people.
I will give thee thanks in the great assembly: I will praise thee among much people.
I will give you praise in the great meeting; I will give you honour among a strong people.
Then I will thank you in front of the whole congregation and praise you in front of all the people.
So will I giue thee thankes in a great Congregation: I will praise thee among much people.
I thank Thee in a great assembly, Among a mighty people I praise Thee.
I will give you thanks in the great assembly. I will praise you among many people.
I will give thee thanks in the great congregation: I will praise thee among many people.
Then, when many of your people gather, I will praise you and I will thank you in front of all of them.
Berean Amplified Bible — Psalms 35:18
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Psalms 35:18 Interlinear (Deep Study)
BIB
HEB
א֭וֹדְ/ךָ
בְּ/קָהָ֣ל
רָ֑ב
בְּ/עַ֖ם
עָצ֣וּם
אֲהַֽלְלֶֽ/ךָּ
א֭וֹדְ/ךָ
yâdâh
H3034
to give thanks
V-Hiphil-Imperf-1cs | Suff
בְּ/קָהָ֣ל
qâhâl
H6951
assembly
Prep | N-ms
רָ֑ב
rab
H7227
many
Adj
בְּ/עַ֖ם
ʻam
H5971
Amaw
Prep | N-ms
עָצ֣וּם
ʻâtsûwm
H6099
mighty
Adj
אֲהַֽלְלֶֽ/ךָּ
hâlal
H1984
to shine
V-Piel-Imperf-1cs | Suff
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Hebrew Word Reference — Psalms 35:18
א֭וֹדְ/ךָ
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.
בְּ/קָהָ֣ל
qâhâl
H6951
"assembly"
Prep | N-ms
A group of people gathered together, like the congregation in Solomon's temple or a crowd in the streets of Jerusalem.
Definition: 1) assembly, company, congregation, convocation 1a) assembly 1a1) for evil counsel, war or invasion, religious purposes 1b) company (of returning exiles) 1c) congregation 1c1) as organised body
Usage: Occurs in 116 OT verses. KJV: assembly, company, congregation, multitude. See also: Genesis 28:3; 2 Chronicles 28:14; Psalms 22:23.
רָ֑ב
rab
H7227
"many"
Adj
This Hebrew word means a chief or captain, someone in charge. It is used in 2 Samuel 23:19 to describe a great and powerful man. The idea is one of leadership and authority.
Definition: adj 1) much, many, great 1a) much 1b) many 1c) abounding in 1d) more numerous than 1e) abundant, enough 1f) great 1g) strong 1h) greater than adv 1i) much, exceedingly
Usage: Occurs in 443 OT verses. KJV: (in) abound(-undance, -ant, -antly), captain, elder, enough, exceedingly, full, great(-ly, man, one), increase, long (enough, (time)), (do, have) many(-ifold, things, a time), (ship-)master, mighty, more, (too, very) much, multiply(-tude), officer, often(-times), plenteous, populous, prince, process (of time), suffice(-lent). See also: Genesis 6:5; 1 Kings 11:1; Psalms 3:2.
בְּ/עַ֖ם
ʻam
H5971
"Amaw"
Prep | N-ms
A people or nation is what this Hebrew word represents, like the nation of Israel in Exodus 33:13. It can also mean a tribe, troops, or attendants, and is used to describe a group of people gathered together. The word is often used to refer to the people of God.
Definition: This name means nation, people
Usage: Occurs in 1655 OT verses. KJV: folk, men, nation, people. See also: Genesis 11:6; Exodus 16:4; Leviticus 17:9.
עָצ֣וּם
ʻâtsûwm
H6099
"mighty"
Adj
This word means mighty or powerful, often describing something as strong or numerous. It is used in the Bible to describe God's power and strength.
Definition: 1) mighty, vast, numerous 1a) mighty, strong (in number) 1b) numerous, countless
Usage: Occurs in 31 OT verses. KJV: [phrase] feeble, great, mighty, must, strong. See also: Genesis 18:18; Proverbs 7:26; Psalms 10:10.
אֲהַֽלְלֶֽ/ךָּ
hâlal
H1984
"to shine"
V-Piel-Imperf-1cs | Suff
To be foolish means to act wildly or make a show, like the prophets of Baal in 1 Kings 18:29. It can also mean to celebrate or boast, as in Psalm 38:5.
Definition: 1) to shine 1a) (Qal) to shine (fig. of God's favour) 1b) (Hiphil) to flash forth light
Usage: Occurs in 140 OT verses. KJV: (make) boast (self), celebrate, commend, (deal, make), fool(-ish, -ly), glory, give (light), be (make, feign self) mad (against), give in marriage, (sing, be worthy of) praise, rage, renowned, shine. See also: Genesis 12:15; Psalms 113:1; Psalms 5:6.
Study Notes — Psalms 35:18
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- Context
- Cross References
- Psalms 35:18 Summary
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Reflection Questions
- Gill's Exposition on Psalms 35:18
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Psalms 35:18
- Matthew Poole's Commentary on Psalms 35:18
- Trapp's Commentary on Psalms 35:18
- Adam Clarke's Commentary on Psalms 35:18
- Cambridge Bible on Psalms 35:18
- Barnes' Notes on Psalms 35:18
- Whedon's Commentary on Psalms 35:18
- Sermons on Psalms 35:18
Context — Contend with My Opponents, O LORD
16Like godless jesters at a feast, they gnashed their teeth at me.
17How long, O Lord, will You look on? Rescue my soul from their ravages, my precious life from these lions.
18Then I will give You thanks in the great assembly; I will praise You among many people.
19Let not my enemies gloat over me without cause, nor those who hate me without reason wink in malice. 20For they do not speak peace, but they devise deceitful schemes against those who live quietly in the land.Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
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| 1 | Hebrews 2:12 | He says: “I will proclaim Your name to My brothers; I will sing Your praises in the assembly.” |
| 2 | Psalms 22:22–25 | I will proclaim Your name to my brothers; I will praise You in the assembly. You who fear the LORD, praise Him! All descendants of Jacob, honor Him! All offspring of Israel, revere Him! For He has not despised or detested the torment of the afflicted. He has not hidden His face from him, but has attended to his cry for help. My praise for You resounds in the great assembly; I will fulfill my vows before those who fear You. |
| 3 | Psalms 116:18 | I will fulfill my vows to the LORD in the presence of all His people, |
| 4 | Psalms 116:14 | I will fulfill my vows to the LORD in the presence of all His people. |
| 5 | Isaiah 25:3 | Therefore, a strong people will honor You. The cities of ruthless nations will revere You. |
| 6 | Psalms 67:1–4 | May God be gracious to us and bless us, and cause His face to shine upon us, Selah that Your ways may be known on earth, Your salvation among all nations. Let the peoples praise You, O God; let all the peoples praise You. Let the nations be glad and sing for joy, for You judge the peoples justly and lead the nations of the earth. Selah |
| 7 | Psalms 117:1–2 | Praise the LORD, all you nations! Extol Him, all you peoples! For great is His loving devotion toward us, and the faithfulness of the LORD endures forever. Hallelujah! |
| 8 | 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.” |
| 9 | Psalms 40:9–10 | I proclaim righteousness in the great assembly; behold, I do not seal my lips, as You, O LORD, do know. I have not covered up Your righteousness in my heart; I have declared Your faithfulness and salvation; I have not concealed Your loving devotion and faithfulness from the great assembly. |
| 10 | Psalms 138:4–5 | All the kings of the earth will give You thanks, O LORD, when they hear the words of Your mouth. They will sing of the ways of the LORD, for the glory of the LORD is great. |
Psalms 35:18 Summary
[This verse means that when God answers our prayers and helps us, we should thank Him and tell others about it. We can do this by sharing our story with friends and family, or by singing songs of praise in church, as we see in Psalms 100:4-5. By giving thanks in the great assembly, we can inspire others to seek God and trust in His goodness, just like the speaker in this verse. We can also follow the example of King David, who gave thanks to God in front of many people, as seen in 1 Chronicles 29:10-13.]
Frequently Asked Questions
What does it mean to give thanks in the great assembly?
Giving thanks in the great assembly refers to publicly expressing gratitude to God in a large gathering of people, such as a church or community, as seen in Psalms 107:32 and Psalms 111:1.
How can we praise God among many people?
We can praise God among many people by sharing our testimonies, singing worship songs, and speaking about His goodness, as encouraged in Psalms 40:10 and Hebrews 13:15.
What is the significance of praising God in front of others?
Praising God in front of others serves as a witness to His power and love, and can inspire others to seek Him, as stated in Psalms 22:25 and Romans 10:9-10.
Is it necessary to wait for a specific circumstance to praise God?
No, we can praise God in any circumstance, but in this verse, the speaker is waiting for God to rescue them from their enemies, and then they will give thanks, as seen in Psalms 50:15 and Psalms 138:8.
Reflection Questions
- What are some ways I can give thanks to God in my daily life, even when I'm not in a large gathering?
- How can I balance my desire for personal gratitude with the need to publicly express my praise to God?
- What are some challenges I face when trying to praise God among many people, and how can I overcome them?
- How can I use my testimony to inspire others to seek God, as the speaker in this verse intends to do?
Gill's Exposition on Psalms 35:18
I will give thee thanks in the great congregation,.... This is the resolution the psalmist came unto; the promise he made, that should he be delivered from his enemies, he would give God thanks in
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Psalms 35:18
I will give thee thanks in the great congregation: I will praise thee among much people. I will give thee thanks.
Matthew Poole's Commentary on Psalms 35:18
When I shall be restored to the liberty of the public assemblies and solemn feasts.
Trapp's Commentary on Psalms 35:18
Psalms 35:18 I will give thee thanks in the great congregation: I will praise thee among much people.Ver. 18. I will give thee thanks in the great congregation] For example’ s sake to others; for Magnates magnetos. Acts 18:8, when Crispus, the chief ruler of the synagogue, believed, many of the Corinthians believed also. Great men are the looking glasses of the country, according to which most men dress themselves; many eyes are upon them; they had need, therefore, to be exact, for they are sure to be exemplary.
Adam Clarke's Commentary on Psalms 35:18
Verse 18. I will give thee thanks in the great congregation] I hope to be able to attend at the tabernacle with thy followers, and there publicly express my gratitude for the deliverance thou hast given me.
Cambridge Bible on Psalms 35:18
18. Another parallel to Psalms 22vv22, 25. Cp. Psalms 40:9-10. much people] Or, a mighty people (R.V. marg.). The publicity of the thanksgiving is the point.
Barnes' Notes on Psalms 35:18
I will give thee thanks ... - That is, When I am delivered I will publicly express my gratitude and joy. Compare Psalms 22:25; Psalms 18:49. I will praise thee among much people - Margin, “strong.” So the Hebrew.
Whedon's Commentary on Psalms 35:18
18. I will give… thanks—This promise of thanksgiving closes the second strophe. Congregation—Septuagint, εκκλησια, the word everywhere translated Church in New Testament. David would honour God before all the devout people.
Sermons on Psalms 35:18
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(Basics) 25. Faith and Praise by Zac Poonen | In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the importance of praising God as a key to breaking through prison doors in our lives. He highlights the connection between faith and praisi |
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(Basics) 26. Crucifixion and Praise by Zac Poonen | In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the importance of praising God as a key to overcoming difficult situations in life. He compares praising God to having a master key that can |
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(A Heavenly Church) 6. Contentment by Zac Poonen | In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the importance of having a father in heaven who provides for our needs. He encourages the audience to be faithful and righteous with money, a |
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Thanksgiving, Praise and Worship by Zac Poonen | This sermon emphasizes the importance of understanding the distinctions between thanksgiving, praise, and worship. It highlights the significance of expressing gratitude, offering |
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Warning by Manley Beasley | In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the importance of giving earnest heed to the things we have heard from God. He warns that if we disregard God's law and abuse His grace, we |
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Hebrews Chapter 2 by Chip Brogden | In this sermon, Chip Brogdon continues his series on the book of Hebrews, focusing on Jesus as our High Priest. He emphasizes that Jesus is God's supreme revelation and the focal p |
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The Messianic Psalms - Psalm 22 (2) by Chip Brogden | In this sermon, the speaker discusses the concept of endurance and the sacrifice of Jesus on the cross. He emphasizes that Jesus endured the cross and despised the shame for the jo |