Psalms 92:2
Psalms 92:2 in Multiple Translations
to proclaim Your loving devotion in the morning and Your faithfulness at night
To shew forth thy lovingkindness in the morning, and thy faithfulness every night,
To show forth thy lovingkindness in the morning, And thy faithfulness every night,
To make clear your mercy in the morning, and your unchanging faith every night;
to tell of your trustworthy love in the morning, and your faithfulness in the night,
To declare thy louing kindenesse in the morning, and thy trueth in the night,
To declare in the morning Thy kindness, And Thy faithfulness in the nights.
to proclaim your loving kindness in the morning, and your faithfulness every night,
To show forth thy loving-kindness in the morning, and thy faithfulness every night.
Thy throne is prepared from of old: thou art from everlasting.
It is good to proclaim every morning that you faithfully love us, and each night to sing songs that declare that you always do what you have promised to do,
Berean Amplified Bible — Psalms 92:2
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Psalms 92:2 Interlinear (Deep Study)
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ט֗וֹב
לְ/הֹד֥וֹת
לַ/יהוָ֑ה
וּ/לְ/זַמֵּ֖ר
לְ/שִׁמְ/ךָ֣
עֶלְיֽוֹן
ט֗וֹב
ṭôwb
H2896
pleasant
Adj
לְ/הֹד֥וֹת
yâdâh
H3034
to give thanks
Prep | V-Hiphil-Inf-a
לַ/יהוָ֑ה
Yᵉhôvâh
H3068
The Lord
Prep | N-proper
וּ/לְ/זַמֵּ֖ר
zâmar
H2167
to sing
Conj | Prep | V-Piel-Inf-a
לְ/שִׁמְ/ךָ֣
shêm
H8034
name
Prep | N-ms | Suff
עֶלְיֽוֹן
ʻelyôwn
H5945
high
Adj
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Hebrew Word Reference — Psalms 92:2
ט֗וֹב
ṭôwb
H2896
"pleasant"
Adj
In the Bible, this Hebrew word means good or welfare, describing something that is beneficial or pleasing, like a good deed or a happy time. It is used in many contexts, including Genesis and Psalms. This word is often translated as 'good' or 'beautiful'.
Definition: adj 1) good, pleasant, agreeable 1a) pleasant, agreeable (to the senses) 1b) pleasant (to the higher nature) 1c) good, excellent (of its kind) 1d) good, rich, valuable in estimation 1e) good, appropriate, becoming 1f) better (comparative) 1g) glad, happy, prosperous (of man's sensuous nature) 1h) good understanding (of man's intellectual nature) 1i) good, kind, benign 1j) good, right (ethical) Aramaic equivalent: tav (טָב "fine" H2869)
Usage: Occurs in 521 OT verses. KJV: beautiful, best, better, bountiful, cheerful, at ease, [idiom] fair (word), (be in) favour, fine, glad, good (deed, -lier, -liest, -ly, -ness, -s), graciously, joyful, kindly, kindness, liketh (best), loving, merry, [idiom] most, pleasant, [phrase] pleaseth, pleasure, precious, prosperity, ready, sweet, wealth, welfare, (be) well(-favoured). See also: Genesis 1:4; Ruth 2:22; 2 Chronicles 3:8.
לְ/הֹד֥וֹת
yâdâh
H3034
"to give thanks"
Prep | V-Hiphil-Inf-a
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.
לַ/יהוָ֑ה
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.
וּ/לְ/זַמֵּ֖ר
zâmar
H2167
"to sing"
Conj | Prep | V-Piel-Inf-a
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.
לְ/שִׁמְ/ךָ֣
shêm
H8034
"name"
Prep | 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.
עֶלְיֽוֹן
ʻelyôwn
H5945
"high"
Adj
The Most High, a name for God emphasizing His supreme power and authority. It appears in Psalm 57:2, where David cries out to the Most High God for help, showing trust in God's power. This name highlights God's lofty position above all things.
Definition: adj 1) high, upper 1a) of Davidic king exalted above monarchs
Usage: Occurs in 53 OT verses. KJV: (Most, on) high(-er, -est), upper(-most). See also: Genesis 14:18; Psalms 47:3; Psalms 7:18.
Study Notes — Psalms 92:2
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- Context
- Cross References
- Psalms 92:2 Summary
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Reflection Questions
- Gill's Exposition on Psalms 92:2
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Psalms 92:2
- Matthew Poole's Commentary on Psalms 92:2
- Trapp's Commentary on Psalms 92:2
- Ellicott's Commentary on Psalms 92:2
- Adam Clarke's Commentary on Psalms 92:2
- Cambridge Bible on Psalms 92:2
- Barnes' Notes on Psalms 92:2
- Whedon's Commentary on Psalms 92:2
- Sermons on Psalms 92:2
Context — How Great Are Your Works!
1It is good to praise the LORD, and to sing praises to Your name, O Most High,
2to proclaim Your loving devotion in the morning and Your faithfulness at night
3with the ten-stringed harp and the melody of the lyre. 4For You, O LORD, have made me glad by Your deeds; I sing for joy at the works of Your hands.Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
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| 1 | Lamentations 3:22–23 | Because of the loving devotion of the LORD we are not consumed, for His mercies never fail. They are new every morning; great is Your faithfulness! |
| 2 | Psalms 89:1–2 | I will sing of the loving devotion of the LORD forever; with my mouth I will proclaim Your faithfulness to all generations. For I have said, “Loving devotion is built up forever; in the heavens You establish Your faithfulness.” |
| 3 | John 1:17 | For the law was given through Moses; grace and truth came through Jesus Christ. |
| 4 | Isaiah 63:7 | I will make known the LORD’s loving devotion and His praiseworthy acts, because of all that the LORD has done for us— the many good things for the house of Israel according to His great compassion and loving devotion. |
| 5 | Psalms 42:8 | The LORD decrees His loving devotion by day, and at night His song is with me as a prayer to the God of my life. |
| 6 | Acts 16:25 | About midnight Paul and Silas were praying and singing hymns to God, and the other prisoners were listening to them. |
| 7 | Psalms 71:15 | My mouth will declare Your righteousness and Your salvation all day long, though I cannot know their full measure. |
| 8 | Psalms 145:2 | Every day I will bless You, and I will praise Your name forever and ever. |
| 9 | Job 35:10 | But no one asks, ‘Where is God my Maker, who gives us songs in the night, |
| 10 | Psalms 77:2 | In the day of trouble I sought the Lord; through the night my outstretched hands did not grow weary; my soul refused to be comforted. |
Psalms 92:2 Summary
This verse means that we should take time every morning and night to think about and declare God's love and faithfulness. It's like starting and ending each day with a big thank you to God for being such a loving and faithful God. We can do this through prayer, singing, or just taking a moment to reflect on all the good things God has done for us, as we see in Psalms 100:4-5, where we are told to enter His gates with thanksgiving and His courts with praise. By doing this, we can focus on God's love and care for us, and trust in His faithfulness, as encouraged in Lamentations 3:22-23, where we see that God's mercies are new every morning.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does it mean to proclaim God's loving devotion in the morning?
Proclaiming God's loving devotion in the morning means to start the day by declaring and acknowledging God's love and care for us, as seen in Psalms 92:2, and this is a great way to set our hearts and minds on Him, as encouraged in Matthew 22:37-38, where we are told to love God with all our heart, soul, and mind.
Why is it important to proclaim God's faithfulness at night?
Proclaiming God's faithfulness at night is a way to reflect on God's faithfulness throughout the day and to trust in His care and protection during the night, as Psalm 121:3 reminds us that God does not slumber or sleep, and this helps us to rest in His presence, as Psalm 4:8 encourages.
How can we apply this verse to our daily lives?
We can apply this verse by making it a habit to acknowledge and declare God's love and faithfulness to us every morning and night, and this can be done through prayer, worship, or simply taking a moment to reflect on God's goodness, as seen in Psalms 103:1-5, where David blesses the Lord and remembers all His benefits.
What is the significance of proclaiming God's loving devotion and faithfulness?
Proclaiming God's loving devotion and faithfulness is significant because it helps us to focus on God's character and nature, and it reminds us of His love and care for us, as seen in Jeremiah 31:3, where God says He has loved us with an everlasting love, and this helps to build our trust and faith in Him, as Hebrews 11:6 encourages us to trust in His faithfulness.
Reflection Questions
- What are some ways I can proclaim God's loving devotion in my life, especially in the morning?
- How has God shown His faithfulness to me in the past, and how can I trust in His faithfulness for the future?
- What are some things that distract me from proclaiming God's loving devotion and faithfulness, and how can I overcome these distractions?
- How can I make proclaiming God's loving devotion and faithfulness a regular part of my daily routine?
Gill's Exposition on Psalms 92:2
To show forth thy lovingkindness in the morning,.... God has shown forth his lovingkindness in Christ, and Christ has shown it in a ministerial way; and saints should show it forth also with their
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Psalms 92:2
To shew forth thy lovingkindness in the morning, and thy faithfulness every night, To show forth thy loving-kindness in the morning, and thy faithfulness every night - Hebrew, 'in the nights.'
Matthew Poole's Commentary on Psalms 92:2
To adore and celebrate thy goodness and truth continually, and especially at those two solemn times of morning and evening, which on every day, and especially upon the sabbath day, were devoted to the worship and service of God.
Trapp's Commentary on Psalms 92:2
Psalms 92:2 To shew forth thy lovingkindness in the morning, and thy faithfulness every night,Ver. 2. To show forth thy lovingkindness in the morning] Every morning, that God may have the firstfruits of the day, but especially on the sabbath morning, when we awake and rise, ad quietem et ad delicias animi et corporis, as Kimchi here hath it. The Jews bless God at the sabbath’ s coming in and going out. And thy faithfulness in the night] Breaking our sleep for that purpose; yea, we must be in the fear of the Lord all the day long, Proverbs 23:17, how much more on the sabbath day! then our whole work must be ravished in spirit, doing no work, but such as whereby we either bless God or look to receive a blessing from God; none but such as wherein we would the Lord should find us at his coming; which Lactantius saith will be on the sabbath day.
Ellicott's Commentary on Psalms 92:2
(2) Lovingkindness . . . faithfulness.—The two most prominent features in the display of the covenant relation of God towards His people. The connection of lovingkindness or grace with the morning, and faithfulness or truth with the evening, is only a result of the Hebrew poetic style; and yet there is a fitness in the association. Love breaks through the clouds of doubt as the morning light rises on the night; and thoughts of God’s unerring and impartial justice best suit the evening—the trial time of the day.
Adam Clarke's Commentary on Psalms 92:2
Verse 2. To show forth thy loving-kindness] חסדך chasdecha, thy abundant mercy, in the morning - that has preserved me throughout the night, and brought me to the beginning of a new day: and thy faithfulness in the night, that has so amply fulfilled the promise of preservation during the course of the day. This verse contains a general plan for morning and evening prayer.
Cambridge Bible on Psalms 92:2
2. Morning and evening are natural times for prayer (Psalms 5:3; Psalms 63:6; Psalms 55:17, &c.); lovingkindness and faithfulness are the attributes which move God to make and keep His covenant with His people (Psalms 89:1, note). The division of the verse into two parallel clauses is rhythmical, not logical (cp. Psalms 90:16), but there is an appropriateness in the connexion of lovingkindness with the morning (Psalms 30:5; Psalms 59:16; Psalms 90:14; Lamentations 3:23), and faithfulness with the night.
Barnes' Notes on Psalms 92:2
To show forth thy loving-kindness - To celebrate thy mercy; thy goodness; thy love. In the morning - That is, there is a fitness in doing this in the morning; or, there are special reasons why we should do this at that time.
Whedon's Commentary on Psalms 92:2
2. Morning… night—Daily, special, and constant. An allusion to the daily morning and evening sacrifice, when the people went up to the temple to worship, or at these hours (about 9 A.M.
Sermons on Psalms 92:2
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Immediate Imputation Part 2 - Death/condemnation Causal Connection by John Murray | In this sermon, the preacher discusses the doctrine of immediate imputation and its parallel to the doctrine of justification. He emphasizes the importance of understanding the cha |
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I Want My Portion Now! by David Wilkerson | In this sermon, the preacher addresses the issue of backsliding and encourages the audience to examine their reasons for coming to church. He emphasizes the importance of personal |
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Afflictions of God's People by John Murray | In this sermon, the preacher focuses on the idea that there is no arbitrariness in God. He emphasizes that this truth is not an anti-climax, but rather a pinnacle of faith. The pre |
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A Personal Promise by Jim Cymbala | In this sermon, the speaker discusses the story of David from the book of 1 Samuel. David goes from being an unknown shepherd boy to a famous warrior and leader of the army. Howeve |
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The Heart of God in the Wilderness by Carter Conlon | In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the importance of understanding the depth of God's love for humanity. He highlights the lack of revelation and vision in society, which lead |
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What Will Keep You on the Mission Field? by Paul Washer | In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the importance of practical religion and giving one's life away to God. He believes that many people in churches are unconverted or lack a t |
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The Novelties of Divine Mercy by C.H. Spurgeon | In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the faithfulness and compassion of God towards His people. He encourages the listeners to be content with what they have, reminding them of |