Psalms 81:2

Verse

Berean Standard Bible

Lift up a song, strike the tambourine, play the sweet-sounding harp and lyre.

American Standard Version (1901)

Raise a song, and bring hither the timbrel, The pleasant harp with the psaltery.

Bible in Basic English

Take up the melody, playing on an instrument of music, even on corded instruments.

Free Bible Version

Start the song! Play the tambourine, sweet-sounding lyre, and harp.

Geneva Bible 1599

Take the song and bring forth the timbrel, the pleasant harpe with the viole.

King James (Authorized) Version

Take a psalm, and bring hither the timbrel, the pleasant harp with the psaltery.

One Unity Resource Bible

Raise a song, and bring here the tambourine, the pleasant lyre with the harp.

Translation for Translators

Start playing the music, and beat the tambourines, and play nice music on the harps and ◄lyres/other stringed instruments►.

Unlocked Literal Bible

Sing a song and play the tambourine, the pleasant lyre with the harp.

Noah Webster Bible

Take a psalm, and bring hither the timbrel, the pleasant harp with the psaltery.

World English Bible

Raise a song, and bring here the tambourine, the pleasant lyre with the harp.

Young's Literal Translation

Lift up a song, and give out a timbrel, A pleasant harp with psaltery.

Context

Sing for Joy to God Our Strength

¹Sing for joy to God our strength; make a joyful noise to the God of Jacob. ²Lift up a song, strike the tambourine, play the sweet-sounding harp and lyre. ³Sound the ram’s horn at the New Moon, and at the full moon on the day of our Feast.

Summary

In Psalms 81:2, the psalmist calls for the people to sing and make music to God, who is their strength and refuge. This verse emphasizes the importance of worship and praise as a way to honor and glorify God. By exalting God through music, the psalmist reminds the people of God's faithfulness and provision throughout their history. The act of singing and making music not only expresses gratitude but also strengthens the spiritual connection between the people and their Creator. Overall, Psalms 81:2 encourages believers to engage in joyful worship as a means of drawing closer to God and acknowledging His sovereignty.