Psalms 84:4
Psalms 84:4 in Multiple Translations
How blessed are those who dwell in Your house! They are ever praising You. Selah
Blessed are they that dwell in thy house: they will be still praising thee. Selah.
Blessed are they that dwell in thy house: They will be still praising thee. [Selah
Happy are they whose resting-place is in your house: they will still be praising you. (Selah.)
How happy are those who live in your house—they are always praising you! Selah.
Blessed are they that dwell in thine house: they will euer praise thee. Selah.
O the happiness of those inhabiting Thy house, Yet do they praise Thee. Selah.
Blessed are those who dwell in your house. They are always praising you. Selah.
Blessed are they that dwell in thy house: they will be still praising thee. Selah.
Thou hast mitigated all thy anger: thou best turned away from the wrath of thy indignation.
◄Happy are/You are pleased with► those who ◄live/continually worship► in your temple, constantly singing to praise you. (Think about that!)
Berean Amplified Bible — Psalms 84:4
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Psalms 84:4 Interlinear (Deep Study)
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גַּם
צִפּ֨וֹר
מָ֪צְאָה
בַ֡יִת
וּ/דְר֤וֹר
קֵ֥ן
לָ/הּ֮
אֲשֶׁר
שָׁ֪תָה
אֶפְרֹ֫חֶ֥י/הָ
אֶֽת
מִ֭זְבְּחוֹתֶי/ךָ
יְהוָ֣ה
צְבָא֑וֹת
מַ֝לְכִּ֗/י
וֵ/אלֹהָֽ/י
גַּם
gam
H1571
also
DirObjM
צִפּ֨וֹר
tsippôwr
H6833
bird
N-cs
מָ֪צְאָה
mâtsâʼ
H4672
to find
V-Qal-Perf-3fs
בַ֡יִת
bayith
H1004
place
N-ms
וּ/דְר֤וֹר
dᵉrôwr
H1866
swallow
Conj | N-fs
קֵ֥ן
qên
H7064
nest
N-ms
לָ/הּ֮
Prep | Suff
אֲשֶׁר
ʼăsher
H834
which
Rel
שָׁ֪תָה
shîyth
H7896
to set
V-Qal-Perf-3fs
אֶפְרֹ֫חֶ֥י/הָ
ʼephrôach
H667
young
N-mp | Suff
אֶֽת
ʼêth
H853
Obj.
DirObjM
מִ֭זְבְּחוֹתֶי/ךָ
mizbêach
H4196
altar
N-mp | Suff
יְהוָ֣ה
Yᵉhôvâh
H3068
The Lord
N-proper
צְבָא֑וֹת
tsâbâʼ
H6635
army
N-cp
מַ֝לְכִּ֗/י
melek
H4428
King's
N-ms | Suff
וֵ/אלֹהָֽ/י
ʼĕlôhîym
H430
God
Conj | N-mp | Suff
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Hebrew Word Reference — Psalms 84:4
גַּם
gam
H1571
"also"
DirObjM
Also means 'even' or 'too', used for emphasis or to connect ideas, like 'both...and' or 'neither...nor'. It can introduce a climax or show contrast.
Definition: 1) also, even, indeed, moreover, yea 1a) also, moreover (giving emphasis) 1b) neither, neither...nor (with negative) 1c) even (for stress) 1d) indeed, yea (introducing climax) 1e) also (of correspondence or retribution) 1f) but, yet, though (adversative) 1g) even, yea, yea though (with 'when' in hypothetical case) 2) (TWOT) again, alike
Usage: Occurs in 661 OT verses. KJV: again, alike, also, (so much) as (soon), both (so)...and, but, either...or, even, for all, (in) likewise (manner), moreover, nay...neither, one, then(-refore), though, what, with, yea. See also: Genesis 3:6; Exodus 19:9; 1 Samuel 14:21.
צִפּ֨וֹר
tsippôwr
H6833
"bird"
N-cs
This Hebrew word means a little bird, often hopping, and is used to describe a sparrow or fowl in the Bible, such as in Psalm 84:3.
Definition: 1) bird, fowl 1a) bird (singular) 1b) birds (coll) Aramaic equivalent: tse.phar (צְפַר "bird" H6853)
Usage: Occurs in 36 OT verses. KJV: bird, fowl, sparrow. See also: Genesis 7:14; Psalms 84:4; Psalms 8:9.
מָ֪צְאָה
mâtsâʼ
H4672
"to find"
V-Qal-Perf-3fs
Matsa means to find or attain something, whether it is a physical object, a person, or a condition, as seen in various KJV translations.
Definition: 1) to find, attain to 1a) (Qal) 1a1) to find 1a1a) to find, secure, acquire, get (thing sought) 1a1b) to find (what is lost) 1a1c) to meet, encounter 1a1d) to find (a condition) 1a1e) to learn, devise 1a2) to find out 1a2a) to find out 1a2b) to detect 1a2c) to guess 1a3) to come upon, light upon 1a3a) to happen upon, meet, fall in with 1a3b) to hit 1a3c) to befall 1b) (Niphal) 1b1) to be found 1b1a) to be encountered, be lighted upon, be discovered 1b1b) to appear, be recognised 1b1c) to be discovered, be detected 1b1d) to be gained, be secured 1b2) to be, be found 1b2a) to be found in 1b2b) to be in the possession of 1b2c) to be found in (a place), happen to be 1b2d) to be left (after war) 1b2e) to be present 1b2f) to prove to be 1b2g) to be found sufficient, be enough 1c) (Hiphil) 1c1) to cause to find, attain 1c2) to cause to light upon, come upon, come 1c3) to cause to encounter 1c4) to present (offering)
Usage: Occurs in 425 OT verses. KJV: [phrase] be able, befall, being, catch, [idiom] certainly, (cause to) come (on, to, to hand), deliver, be enough (cause to) find(-ing, occasion, out), get (hold upon), [idiom] have (here), be here, hit, be left, light (up-) on, meet (with), [idiom] occasion serve, (be) present, ready, speed, suffice, take hold on. See also: Genesis 2:20; Deuteronomy 22:3; 2 Kings 9:35.
בַ֡יִת
bayith
H1004
"place"
N-ms
The Hebrew word for house refers to a dwelling place, including a family home, temple, or even the human body. It appears in various contexts, such as the temple in Jerusalem or the household of a family. In the Bible, it is often used to describe a place of worship or a family's living space.
Definition: nm place, origin, between
Usage: Occurs in 1712 OT verses. KJV: court, daughter, door, [phrase] dungeon, family, [phrase] forth of, [idiom] great as would contain, hangings, home(born), (winter) house(-hold), inside(-ward), palace, place, [phrase] prison, [phrase] steward, [phrase] tablet, temple, web, [phrase] within(-out). See also: Genesis 6:14; Exodus 8:5; Numbers 1:45.
וּ/דְר֤וֹר
dᵉrôwr
H1866
"swallow"
Conj | N-fs
This word refers to a type of bird, the swallow, known for its swift flight. In the Bible, it is mentioned in Psalm 84:3 and Isaiah 38:14, where the swallow is used as a symbol of migration and freedom. The swallow's unique characteristics are highlighted in these passages.
Definition: a swallow, bird
Usage: Occurs in 2 OT verses. KJV: swallow. See also: Psalms 84:4; Proverbs 26:2.
קֵ֥ן
qên
H7064
"nest"
N-ms
A nest is a place where birds or other animals lay their eggs or give birth to their young, and it can also refer to a cozy room or dwelling. In the Bible, nests are mentioned in stories about birds and other creatures, such as in the book of Psalms.
Definition: 1) nest 1a) nest (of bird) 1b) cells (like nests in Noah's ark)
Usage: Occurs in 13 OT verses. KJV: nest, room. See also: Genesis 6:14; Psalms 84:4; Proverbs 27:8.
לָ/הּ֮
""
Prep | Suff
אֲשֶׁר
ʼăsher
H834
"which"
Rel
This Hebrew word is a conjunction that connects ideas and events in the Bible, like in the book of Genesis, where it's used to describe the relationship between God and His creation.
Definition: A: 1) (relative part.) 1a) which, who 1b) that which 2) (conj) 2a) that (in obj clause) 2b) when 2c) since 2d) as 2e) conditional if B: Beth+ 1) in (that) which 2) (adv) 2a) where 3) (conj) 3a) in that, inasmuch as 3b) on account of C: Mem+ 1) from (or than) that which 2) from (the place) where 3) from (the fact) that, since D: Kaph+ 1) (conj.), according as, as, when 1a) according to that which, according as, as 1b) with a causal force: in so far as, since 1c) with a temporal force: when
Usage: Occurs in 4440 OT verses. KJV: [idiom] after, [idiom] alike, as (soon as), because, [idiom] every, for, [phrase] forasmuch, [phrase] from whence, [phrase] how(-soever), [idiom] if, (so) that ((thing) which, wherein), [idiom] though, [phrase] until, [phrase] whatsoever, when, where ([phrase] -as, -in, -of, -on, -soever, -with), which, whilst, [phrase] whither(-soever), who(-m, -soever, -se). As it is indeclinable, it is often accompanied by the personal pronoun expletively, used to show the connection. See also: Genesis 1:7; Genesis 20:9; Genesis 31:16.
שָׁ֪תָה
shîyth
H7896
"to set"
V-Qal-Perf-3fs
This Hebrew word means to place or set something, and it's used in many different ways, like appointing someone to a job or setting your mind to do something. It appears in books like Genesis and Exodus. It can also mean to lay hands on someone or make something happen.
Definition: : make/establish 1) to put, set 1a) (Qal) 1a1) to put, lay (hand upon) 1a2) to set, station, appoint, fix, set mind to 1a3) to constitute, make (one something), make like, perform 1a4) to take one's stand 1a5) to lay waste 1b) (Hophal) to be imposed, be set upon
Usage: Occurs in 80 OT verses. KJV: apply, appoint, array, bring, consider, lay (up), let alone, [idiom] look, make, mark, put (on), [phrase] regard, set, shew, be stayed, [idiom] take. See also: Genesis 3:15; Psalms 21:7; Psalms 3:7.
אֶפְרֹ֫חֶ֥י/הָ
ʼephrôach
H667
"young"
N-mp | Suff
Young refers to the brood of a bird, describing baby birds or their early stages of development. This word is used to describe the early life stages of birds.
Definition: 1) young, young one (of birds) 2) young birds
Usage: Occurs in 3 OT verses. KJV: young (one). See also: Deuteronomy 22:6; Job 39:30; Psalms 84:4.
אֶֽת
ʼêth
H853
"Obj."
DirObjM
In the original Hebrew, this word points out the object of a verb or preposition, like 'namely' or 'even'. It appears in many books, including Genesis and Exodus. It's not directly translated in English, but helps clarify the meaning of sentences.
Definition: sign of the definite direct object, not translated in English but generally preceding and indicating the accusative Aramaic equivalent: yat (יָת "whom" H3487)
Usage: Occurs in 6782 OT verses. KJV: (as such unrepresented in English). See also: Genesis 1:1; Genesis 10:8; Genesis 19:21.
מִ֭זְבְּחוֹתֶי/ךָ
mizbêach
H4196
"altar"
N-mp | Suff
An altar is a place of sacrifice, where offerings are made to God, as seen in the Bible's description of the tabernacle and temple. It was a central part of Israel's worship. The altar played a key role in the priestly rituals.
Definition: altar
Usage: Occurs in 338 OT verses. KJV: altar. See also: Genesis 8:20; Leviticus 7:2; 1 Kings 2:28.
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.
צְבָא֑וֹת
tsâbâʼ
H6635
"army"
N-cp
This Hebrew word means a large group of people or things, often referring to an army or a campaign, and is also used to describe the Lord's hosts. It appears in the Bible as a name for God, emphasizing His power and authority. In the KJV, it's translated as 'host' or 'army'.
Definition: : army 1) that which goes forth, army, war, warfare, host 1a) army, host 1a1) host (of organised army) 1a2) host (of angels) 1a3) of sun, moon, and stars 1a4) of whole creation 1b) war, warfare, service, go out to war 1c) service
Usage: Occurs in 463 OT verses. KJV: appointed time, ([phrase]) army, ([phrase]) battle, company, host, service, soldiers, waiting upon, war(-fare). See also: Genesis 2:1; 1 Samuel 17:55; Psalms 24:10.
מַ֝לְכִּ֗/י
melek
H4428
"King's"
N-ms | Suff
This word refers to a king or royal person, like King David or King Saul. It can also describe something related to a king, like the King's Valley in Genesis. The Bible often uses this word to talk about the rulers of Israel.
Definition: King's (Valley) (Gen.14.17)
Usage: Occurs in 1919 OT verses. KJV: king, royal. See also: Genesis 14:1; Joshua 10:39; 1 Samuel 16:1.
וֵ/אלֹהָֽ/י
ʼĕlôhîym
H430
"God"
Conj | N-mp | Suff
The Hebrew word for God, elohim, refers to the one supreme God, and is sometimes used to show respect to judges or magistrates. It is also used to describe angels or mighty beings. This word is closely related to the name of the Lord, Yahweh, and is often translated as God or gods in the Bible.
Definition: This name means "gods" (plural intensive-singular meaning), "God" Another name of ye.ho.vah (יהוה "LORD" H3068G)
Usage: Occurs in 2246 OT verses. KJV: angels, [idiom] exceeding, God (gods) (-dess, -ly), [idiom] (very) great, judges, [idiom] mighty. See also: Genesis 1:1; Genesis 22:12; Exodus 3:11.
Study Notes — Psalms 84:4
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- Context
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- Psalms 84:4 Summary
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Reflection Questions
- Gill's Exposition on Psalms 84:4
- Matthew Poole's Commentary on Psalms 84:4
- Trapp's Commentary on Psalms 84:4
- Adam Clarke's Commentary on Psalms 84:4
- Cambridge Bible on Psalms 84:4
- Barnes' Notes on Psalms 84:4
- Whedon's Commentary on Psalms 84:4
- Sermons on Psalms 84:4
Context — Better Is One Day in Your Courts
2My soul longs, even faints, for the courts of the LORD; my heart and my flesh cry out for the living God.
3Even the sparrow has found a home, and the swallow a nest for herself, where she places her young near Your altars, O LORD of Hosts, my King and my God.
4How blessed are those who dwell in Your house! They are ever praising You. Selah
5Blessed are those whose strength is in You, whose hearts are set on pilgrimage. 6As they pass through the Valley of Baca, they make it a place of springs; even the autumn rain covers it with pools.Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Psalms 23:6 | Surely goodness and mercy will follow me all the days of my life, and I will dwell in the house of the LORD forever. |
| 2 | Psalms 65:4 | Blessed is the one You choose and bring near to dwell in Your courts! We are filled with the goodness of Your house, the holiness of Your temple. |
| 3 | Psalms 27:4 | One 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. |
| 4 | Isaiah 12:4–5 | and on that day you will say: “Give praise to the LORD; proclaim His name! Make His works known among the peoples; declare that His name is exalted. Sing to the LORD, for He has done glorious things. Let this be known in all the earth. |
| 5 | Psalms 71:8 | My mouth is filled with Your praise and with Your splendor all day long. |
| 6 | Psalms 42:11 | Why are you downcast, O my soul? Why the unease within me? Put your hope in God, for I will yet praise Him, my Savior and my God. |
| 7 | Psalms 145:21 | My mouth will declare the praise of the LORD; let every creature bless His holy name forever and ever. |
| 8 | Psalms 71:15 | My mouth will declare Your righteousness and Your salvation all day long, though I cannot know their full measure. |
| 9 | Revelation 7:15 | For this reason, they are before the throne of God and serve Him day and night in His temple; and the One seated on the throne will spread His tabernacle over them. |
| 10 | Psalms 134:1–3 | Come, bless the LORD, all you servants of the LORD who serve by night in the house of the LORD! Lift up your hands to the sanctuary and bless the LORD! May the LORD, the Maker of heaven and earth, bless you from Zion. |
Psalms 84:4 Summary
[This verse is saying that people who live close to God and spend time with Him are very happy and blessed. They get to praise and worship Him all the time, which brings them joy and peace, as we see in Psalms 16:11. To dwell in God's house means to trust in His love and care for us, and to seek to honor Him in everything we do, as taught in Romans 8:28 and Psalms 23:6. By seeking a close relationship with God and trusting in His presence, we can experience the blessing of dwelling in His house and praising Him continually.]
Frequently Asked Questions
What does it mean to dwell in God's house?
To dwell in God's house means to live in close relationship with Him, seeking to honor and worship Him continually, as described in Psalms 84:4, and to trust in His presence and promises as stated in Psalms 23:6 and Psalms 27:4.
Why are those who dwell in God's house blessed?
Those who dwell in God's house are blessed because they experience the joy and peace of being in God's presence, and they are able to praise and worship Him continually, as seen in Psalms 16:11 and Psalms 84:4.
What does it mean to be ever praising God?
To be ever praising God means to have a heart that is continually thankful and worshipful, acknowledging God's goodness and faithfulness in all circumstances, as encouraged in Psalms 100:4-5 and 1 Thessalonians 5:18.
How can I dwell in God's house and experience His blessing?
You can dwell in God's house by seeking a close relationship with Him through prayer, worship, and obedience to His Word, as taught in John 15:7 and Hebrews 10:25.
Reflection Questions
- What are some ways I can cultivate a heart of continual praise and worship in my daily life?
- How can I prioritize dwelling in God's presence and seeking His guidance in all I do?
- What are some things that distract me from dwelling in God's house and praising Him, and how can I overcome them?
- How can I use my experiences and circumstances to praise and worship God, even in difficult times?
Gill's Exposition on Psalms 84:4
Blessed are they that dwell in thy house,.... The house of God, in his tabernacles and courts; referring to the priests and Levites, who were frequently officiating there, in their turns, night and
Matthew Poole's Commentary on Psalms 84:4
They that constantly or frequently resort to and abide in thy house; either the priests and Levites, who kept continual watch there; or other devout Jews who were there perpetually, as Anna, . For they are continually employed in that blessed and glorious work of praising and serving thee in the place which thou hast appointed for that end.
Trapp's Commentary on Psalms 84:4
Psalms 84:4 Blessed [are] they that dwell in thy house: they will be still praising thee. Selah.Ver. 4. Blessed are they that dwell in thy house] viz. Those menial servants of thine, the priests and Levites, who have their lodgings near thee, and their employment about thee, Exclamatio pathetica ex abrupto (Trem.). This is still the happiness of God’ s ministers, whose holy function and calling (both in the preparation to it and execution of it) Ieadeth them to God, and holdeth them with him. They will be still praising thee] As having hearts full of heaven and consciences full of comfort. There cannot but be music in the temple of the Holy Ghost.
Adam Clarke's Commentary on Psalms 84:4
Verse 4. Blessed are they that dwell in thy house] They who have such a constant habitation in thy temple as the sparrow or the swallow has in the house wherein it has built its nest. They will be still praising thee.] They will find it good to draw nigh unto God, as he always pours out his Spirit on his sincere worshippers.
Cambridge Bible on Psalms 84:4
4. Blessed] Or, happy, as in Psalms 1:1; and so in Psalms 84:5; Psalms 84:12. Not those who are “of the household of God” in the wider sense (Psalms 23:6; Psalms 27:4; cp. Ephesians 2:19), but the actual ministers of the Temple appear to be meant. They can be still, i.e. again and again, raising their Hallelujahs.
Barnes' Notes on Psalms 84:4
Blessed are they that dwell in thy house - Who are constantly there; whose permanent abode is there.
Whedon's Commentary on Psalms 84:4
4. Dwell in thy house—The dwellers in the house of God are not simply the Levites, who always serve there, but those who in heart abide there, the spiritual dwellers.
Sermons on Psalms 84:4
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David - the Man With One Priority by Devern Fromke | In this sermon, the preacher discusses the different laws mentioned in Romans chapter 7. He introduces the laws of God, the mind, sin, and the spirit of life. The preacher explains |
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The Sermon on the Mount - Part 6 by Leonard Ravenhill | In this sermon, the preacher talks about the challenges and struggles faced by believers in the world. He emphasizes the importance of being anointed by the Holy Spirit and refers |
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Sanctification 2 of 2 by Mack Tomlinson | In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the reality and immediacy of eternity. He reminds the audience that time is short and that this world is not our permanent home, but rather |
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The Happy Man 04 Prescription for Joy by James K. Boswell | In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the importance of recognizing God in our lives. He refers to Psalm 14:1, where it says that the fool says in his heart, "there is no God." H |
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Starts Discussion of Second Commandment (Not to Take the Name of the Lord in Vain) by Martin Luther | Martin Luther delves into the importance of honoring God's Name and the Second Commandment, emphasizing that all works must be done in faith to truly honor and magnify God's glory. |
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Exposition on Psalm 85 by St. Augustine | St. Augustine preaches on the Psalms, emphasizing the significance of Christ as the end of the law and the Truth and Way to which believers should fix their gaze. He delves into th |
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Christ, the Son Over God's House by H.J. Vine | H.J. Vine preaches about the significance of recognizing ourselves as the House of God, emphasizing the importance of truth, spirituality, and holiness within the assembly. He high |