Psalms 86:12
Psalms 86:12 in Multiple Translations
I will praise You, O Lord my God, with all my heart; I will glorify Your name forever.
I will praise thee, O Lord my God, with all my heart: and I will glorify thy name for evermore.
I will praise thee, O Lord my God, with my whole heart; And I will glorify thy name for evermore.
I will give you praise, O Lord my God, with all my heart; I will give glory to your name for ever.
Lord my God, I thank you from the bottom of my heart. I will praise your character forever.
I wil prayse thee, O Lord my God, with all mine heart: yea, I wil glorifie thy Name for euer.
I confess Thee, O Lord my God, with all my heart, And I honour Thy name to the age.
I will praise you, Lord my God, with my whole heart. I will glorify your name forever more.
I will praise thee, O LORD my God, with all my heart: and I will glorify thy name for evermore.
Lord, my God, I will thank you with all my inner being, and I will praise you forever.
Berean Amplified Bible — Psalms 86:12
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Psalms 86:12 Interlinear (Deep Study)
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אוֹדְ/ךָ֤
אֲדֹנָ֣/י
אֱ֭לֹהַ/י
בְּ/כָל
לְבָבִ֑/י
וַ/אֲכַבְּדָ֖ה
שִׁמְ/ךָ֣
לְ/עוֹלָֽם
אוֹדְ/ךָ֤
yâdâh
H3034
to give thanks
V-Hiphil-Imperf-1cs | Suff
אֲדֹנָ֣/י
ʼĂdônây
H136
Lord
N-mp | Suff
אֱ֭לֹהַ/י
ʼĕlôhîym
H430
God
N-mp | Suff
בְּ/כָל
kôl
H3605
all
Prep | N-ms
לְבָבִ֑/י
lêbâb
H3824
heart
N-ms | Suff
וַ/אֲכַבְּדָ֖ה
kâbad
H3513
to honor
Conj | V-Piel-Imperf-1cs
שִׁמְ/ךָ֣
shêm
H8034
name
N-ms | Suff
לְ/עוֹלָֽם
ʻôwlâm
H5769
forever
Prep | N-ms
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Hebrew Word Reference — Psalms 86:12
אוֹדְ/ךָ֤
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.
אֲדֹנָ֣/י
ʼĂdônây
H136
"Lord"
N-mp | Suff
Adonay is a title used to refer to God, spoken in place of Yahweh as a sign of reverence and respect. It is used throughout the Bible to address God or refer to Him in a formal way. Adonay is a term of worship and devotion.
Definition: Lord - a title, spoken in place of Yahweh in Jewish display of reverence Another name of ye.ho.vah (יהוה "LORD" H3068G)
Usage: Occurs in 430 OT verses. KJV: (my) Lord. See also: Genesis 15:2; Isaiah 3:17; Psalms 2:4.
אֱ֭לֹהַ/י
ʼĕlôhîym
H430
"God"
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.
בְּ/כָל
kôl
H3605
"all"
Prep | N-ms
The Hebrew word for 'all' or 'everything' is used throughout the Bible, like in Genesis 1:31, where God sees all He has made as very good. It encompasses the entirety of something, whether people, things, or situations.
Definition: 1) all, the whole 1a) all, the whole of 1b) any, each, every, anything 1c) totality, everything Aramaic equivalent: kol (כֹּל "all" H3606)
Usage: Occurs in 4242 OT verses. KJV: (in) all (manner, (ye)), altogether, any (manner), enough, every (one, place, thing), howsoever, as many as, (no-) thing, ought, whatsoever, (the) whole, whoso(-ever). See also: Genesis 1:21; Genesis 17:10; Genesis 41:40.
לְבָבִ֑/י
lêbâb
H3824
"heart"
N-ms | Suff
The heart is the innermost part of a person, including their mind, will, and emotions. In the book of Psalms, David talks about his heart being heavy with sorrow, while in the book of Proverbs, it discusses the importance of guarding one's heart.
Definition: 1) inner man, mind, will, heart, soul, understanding 1a) inner part, midst 1a1) midst (of things) 1a2) heart (of man) 1a3) soul, heart (of man) 1a4) mind, knowledge, thinking, reflection, memory 1a5) inclination, resolution, determination (of will) 1a6) conscience 1a7) heart (of moral character) 1a8) as seat of appetites 1a9) as seat of emotions and passions 1a10) as seat of courage Aramaic equivalent: le.vav (לְבַב "heart" H3825)
Usage: Occurs in 230 OT verses. KJV: [phrase] bethink themselves, breast, comfortably, courage, ((faint), (tender-) heart(-ed), midst, mind, [idiom] unawares, understanding. See also: Genesis 20:5; 1 Chronicles 17:2; Psalms 4:5.
וַ/אֲכַבְּדָ֖ה
kâbad
H3513
"to honor"
Conj | V-Piel-Imperf-1cs
This word can mean to honor or make something weighty, like when God is glorified in Psalm 138, or to be heavy with burdens, as the Israelites were in Exodus 18.
Definition: : honour/glory 1) to be heavy, be weighty, be grievous, be hard, be rich, be honourable, be glorious, be burdensome, be honoured 1a) (Qal) 1a1) to be heavy 1a2) to be heavy, be insensible, be dull 1a3) to be honoured 1b) (Niphal) 1b1) to be made heavy, be honoured, enjoy honour, be made abundant 1b2) to get oneself glory or honour, gain glory 1c) (Piel) 1c1) to make heavy, make dull, make insensible 1c2) to make honourable, honour, glorify 1d) (Pual) to be made honourable, be honoured 1e) (Hiphil) 1e1) to make heavy 1e2) to make heavy, make dull, make unresponsive 1e3) to cause to be honoured 1f) (Hithpael) 1f1) to make oneself heavy, make oneself dense, make oneself numerous 1f2) to honour oneself
Usage: Occurs in 108 OT verses. KJV: abounding with, more grievously afflict, boast, be chargeable, [idiom] be dim, glorify, be (make) glorious (things), glory, (very) great, be grievous, harden, be (make) heavy, be heavier, lay heavily, (bring to, come to, do, get, be had in) honour (self), (be) honourable (man), lade, [idiom] more be laid, make self many, nobles, prevail, promote (to honour), be rich, be (go) sore, stop. See also: Genesis 13:2; Job 6:3; Psalms 15:4.
שִׁמְ/ךָ֣
shêm
H8034
"name"
N-ms | Suff
In the Bible, a name represents a person's identity, honor, and character, like God's name symbolizing His power and authority. It appears in Genesis and other books, often referring to God's name or a person's reputation. This concept is central to understanding biblical identity.
Definition: 1) name 1a) name 1b) reputation, fame, glory 1c) the Name (as designation of God) 1d) memorial, monument Aramaic equivalent: shum (שֻׁם "name" H8036)
Usage: Occurs in 771 OT verses. KJV: [phrase] base, (in-) fame(-ous), named(-d), renown, report. See also: Genesis 2:11; Exodus 3:15; Deuteronomy 16:6.
לְ/עוֹלָֽם
ʻôwlâm
H5769
"forever"
Prep | N-ms
This word means forever or always, describing something that lasts an eternity. It is used in the Bible to describe God's eternal nature and his lasting promises.
Definition: : old/ancient 1) long duration, antiquity, futurity, for ever, ever, everlasting, evermore, perpetual, old, ancient, world 1a) ancient time, long time (of past) 1b) (of future) 1b1) for ever, always 1b2) continuous existence, perpetual 1b3) everlasting, indefinite or unending future, eternity
Usage: Occurs in 413 OT verses. KJV: alway(-s), ancient (time), any more, continuance, eternal, (for, (n-)) ever(-lasting, -more, of old), lasting, long (time), (of) old (time), perpetual, at any time, (beginning of the) world ([phrase] without end). Compare H5331 (נֶצַח), H5703 (עַד). See also: Genesis 3:22; 1 Kings 8:13; Psalms 5:12.
Study Notes — Psalms 86:12
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- Psalms 86:12 Summary
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- Gill's Exposition on Psalms 86:12
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Psalms 86:12
- Matthew Poole's Commentary on Psalms 86:12
- Trapp's Commentary on Psalms 86:12
- Ellicott's Commentary on Psalms 86:12
- Adam Clarke's Commentary on Psalms 86:12
- Cambridge Bible on Psalms 86:12
- Barnes' Notes on Psalms 86:12
- Sermons on Psalms 86:12
Context — Tried but Trusting
10For You are great and perform wonders; You alone are God.
11Teach me Your way, O LORD, that I may walk in Your truth. Give me an undivided heart, that I may fear Your name.
12I will praise You, O Lord my God, with all my heart; I will glorify Your name forever.
13For great is Your loving devotion to me; You have delivered me from the depths of Sheol. 14The arrogant rise against me, O God; a band of ruthless men seeks my life; they have no regard for You.Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
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| 1 | Deuteronomy 6:5 | And you shall love the LORD your God with all your heart and with all your soul and with all your strength. |
| 2 | Psalms 146:1–2 | Hallelujah! Praise the LORD, O my soul. I will praise the LORD all my life; I will sing praises to my God while I have my being. |
| 3 | Romans 15:6 | so that with one mind and one voice you may glorify the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ. |
| 4 | Revelation 19:5–6 | Then a voice came from the throne, saying: “Praise our God, all you who serve Him, and those who fear Him, small and great alike!” 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 | Isaiah 12:1 | In that day you will say: “O LORD, I will praise You. Although You were angry with me, Your anger has turned away, and You have comforted me. |
| 6 | 1 Corinthians 6:20 | you were bought at a price. Therefore glorify God with your body. |
| 7 | 1 Corinthians 10:31 | So whether you eat or drink or whatever you do, do it all to the glory of God. |
| 8 | Psalms 104:33 | I will sing to the LORD all my life; I will sing praise to my God while I have my being. |
| 9 | Ephesians 5:19 | Speak to one another with psalms, hymns, and spiritual songs. Sing and make music in your hearts to the Lord, |
| 10 | Proverbs 3:5–6 | Trust in the LORD with all your heart, and lean not on your own understanding; in all your ways acknowledge Him, and He will make your paths straight. |
Psalms 86:12 Summary
[Psalms 86:12 is a beautiful expression of devotion to God, where the writer promises to praise Him with all his heart and glorify His name forever. This means giving God our complete love and attention, just like we're told to in Deuteronomy 6:5. By doing so, we acknowledge His greatness and loving kindness towards us, as mentioned in Psalms 86:13. As we reflect on this verse, we're reminded that our praise to God is not just about how we feel, but about choosing to honor Him with our lives, as seen in Colossians 3:17.]
Frequently Asked Questions
What does it mean to praise God with all my heart?
Praising God with all your heart, as seen in Psalms 86:12, means to give Him your complete and utter devotion, just as it is written in Deuteronomy 6:5 to love God with all your heart, soul, and might.
How can I glorify God's name forever?
Glorifying God's name involves living a life that honors Him, as stated in Colossians 3:17, doing everything in the name of the Lord Jesus, and giving thanks to God the Father through Him.
What is the significance of saying 'O Lord my God' in this verse?
Addressing God as 'O Lord my God' signifies a personal and intimate relationship with Him, recognizing His sovereignty and authority in one's life, similar to what is expressed in Psalms 23:1, 'The Lord is my Shepherd'.
Is it possible to truly praise God with all my heart if I'm struggling with sin or doubts?
Yes, it is possible to praise God with all your heart even in difficult times, as King David did in Psalms 42:5, where he encourages himself to hope in God and praise Him despite his circumstances.
Reflection Questions
- What are some ways I can demonstrate my devotion to God in my daily life, just as the psalmist expresses in this verse?
- How does recognizing God's greatness and wonders, as mentioned in Psalms 86:10, impact my willingness to praise Him with all my heart?
- In what ways can I glorify God's name in my relationships, at work, and in my community, making His name known to those around me?
- What does it mean for me to have an undivided heart, as prayed for in Psalms 86:11, and how can I cultivate such a heart in my own life?
Gill's Exposition on Psalms 86:12
I will praise thee, O Lord my God, with all my heart,.... And under that consideration, that he was his God, and which itself is sufficient matter of praise; this makes him amiable, and such he is,
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Psalms 86:12
Teach me thy way, O LORD; I will walk in thy truth: unite my heart to fear thy name.
Matthew Poole's Commentary on Psalms 86:12
Either, 1. If thou grantest my request, ; or, 2. Because thou hast done what is expressed .
Trapp's Commentary on Psalms 86:12
Psalms 86:12 I will praise thee, O Lord my God, with all my heart: and I will glorify thy name for evermore.Ver. 12. I will praise thee] While he prayed, he found his prayer answered; and therefore thus breaketh forth into praises.
Ellicott's Commentary on Psalms 86:12
(12, 13) Comp. Psalms 56:13; Psalms 57:9-10.
Adam Clarke's Commentary on Psalms 86:12
Verse 12. I will praise thee - with all my heart] When my heart is united to fear thy name, then shall I praise thee with my whole heart.
Cambridge Bible on Psalms 86:12
12, 13. Cp. Psalms 57:9-10; Psalms 9:1; Psalms 50:15; Psalms 50:23. with all my heart] R.V. with my whole heart; when the prayer of Psa 86:11 is granted. thy mercy] Thy lovingkindness. and thou hast delivered my soul from the lowest hell] From the nethermost Sheol. From Psalms 56:13 (= Psalms 116:8); Deuteronomy 32:22. Deliverance from imminent danger of death may be meant; yet here the Psalmist may identify himself with the nation, and refer to its deliverance from the death of the exile. Cp. Psalms 85:6.
Barnes' Notes on Psalms 86:12
I will praise thee, O Lord my God, with all my heart - This is but carrying out the idea in the previous verse. He would give his whole heart to God. He would allow nothing to divide or distract his affections.
Sermons on Psalms 86:12
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Keys to Spiritual Growth - Part 4 by John MacArthur | This sermon emphasizes the importance of spiritual growth by focusing on glorifying God through praise, fruitfulness, trust, and thanksgiving. It highlights the transformation that |
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In Thankful Remembrance for My Dear Husband's Safe Arrival by Anne Bradstreet | Anne Bradstreet reflects on the overwhelming gratitude towards God for His countless mercies and blessings, acknowledging her own weakness and shame in comparison. She emphasizes t |
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Ark of the Covenant - Part 1 by Major Ian Thomas | In this sermon, the preacher discusses the story of Samuel and the Israelites' battle against the Philistines. The Israelites were defeated, and the elders of Israel questioned why |
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Cost of Discipleship - Part 9 by Paris Reidhead | In this sermon, the speaker discusses the downfall of the people at Frining Eye, who had initially experienced God's holiness and protection. However, within just three generations |
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When Jesus Lays His Hands on You by David Wilkerson | In this sermon, the preacher expresses his desire for God to raise up young men and women in the congregation to become missionaries, pastors, and evangelists. He emphasizes the im |
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(1 John #11) on Light and Love by J. Glyn Owen | In this sermon, the speaker reflects on a story of an assassination and the power of forgiveness. The speaker recounts how a man named Parker was caught off guard by an assassin, b |
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What a Man Is Not by Paul Washer | In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the importance of immersing oneself in scripture in order to renew the mind and avoid being conformed to the world. He highlights the danger |