Psalms 99:3
Psalms 99:3 in Multiple Translations
Let them praise Your great and awesome name— He is holy!
Let them praise thy great and terrible name; for it is holy.
Let them praise thy great and terrible name: Holy is he.
Let them give praise to your name, for it is great and to be feared; holy is he.
Let them praise his greatness, and respect him for who he is—for he is holy,
They shall prayse thy great and fearefull Name (for it is holy)
They praise Thy name, 'Great, and fearful, holy [it] is.'
Let them praise your great and awesome name. He is Holy!
Let them praise thy great and terrible name; for it is holy.
Know ye that the Lord he is God: he made us, and not we ourselves. We are his people and the sheep of his pasture.
So they should praise him because he is very great/powerful; and he is holy!
Berean Amplified Bible — Psalms 99:3
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Psalms 99:3 Interlinear (Deep Study)
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יוֹד֣וּ
שִׁ֭מְ/ךָ
גָּד֥וֹל
וְ/נוֹרָ֗א
קָד֥וֹשׁ
הֽוּא
יוֹד֣וּ
yâdâh
H3034
to give thanks
V-Hiphil-Imperf-3mp
שִׁ֭מְ/ךָ
shêm
H8034
name
N-ms | Suff
גָּד֥וֹל
gâdôwl
H1419
Great (Sea)
Adj
וְ/נוֹרָ֗א
yârêʼ
H3372
to fear
Conj | V-Niphal
קָד֥וֹשׁ
qâdôwsh
H6918
holy
Adj
הֽוּא
hûwʼ
H1931
he/she/it
Pron
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Hebrew Word Reference — Psalms 99:3
יוֹד֣וּ
yâdâh
H3034
"to give thanks"
V-Hiphil-Imperf-3mp
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.
שִׁ֭מְ/ךָ
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.
גָּד֥וֹל
gâdôwl
H1419
"Great (Sea)"
Adj
In the Bible, this Hebrew word means something or someone great, whether in size, age, or importance. It appears in descriptions of the Great Sea and the Philistines. The word is used to convey a sense of magnitude or grandeur.
Definition: adj great Also named: pe.lish.ti (פְּלִשְׁתִּי "(Sea of the )Philistines" H6430I)
Usage: Occurs in 499 OT verses. KJV: [phrase] aloud, elder(-est), [phrase] exceeding(-ly), [phrase] far, (man of) great (man, matter, thing,-er,-ness), high, long, loud, mighty, more, much, noble, proud thing, [idiom] sore, ([idiom]) very. See also: Genesis 1:16; Joshua 7:26; 1 Kings 20:13.
וְ/נוֹרָ֗א
yârêʼ
H3372
"to fear"
Conj | V-Niphal
This Hebrew word means to fear or revere, and is used to describe being afraid or standing in awe of something, like God's power. It appears in the Bible to convey a sense of respect or reverence. In the KJV, it's translated as 'affright' or 'reverence'.
Definition: : frightening(DANGER) 1) to fear, revere, be afraid 1a) (Qal) 1a1) to fear, be afraid 1a2) to stand in awe of, be awed 1a3) to fear, reverence, honour, respect 1b) (Niphal) 1b1) to be fearful, be dreadful, be feared 1b2) to cause astonishment and awe, be held in awe 1b3) to inspire reverence or godly fear or awe 1c) (Piel) to make afraid, terrify 2) (TWOT) to shoot, pour
Usage: Occurs in 318 OT verses. KJV: affright, be (make) afraid, dread(-ful), (put in) fear(-ful, -fully, -ing), (be had in) reverence(-end), [idiom] see, terrible (act, -ness, thing). See also: Genesis 3:10; 1 Samuel 12:18; Psalms 3:7.
קָד֥וֹשׁ
qâdôwsh
H6918
"holy"
Adj
Holy means set apart or sacred, used to describe God, angels, and saints. In the Bible, it is often used to describe things or people dedicated to God's service, like the Temple in Jerusalem or the prophets who spoke on God's behalf.
Definition: : holy sacred, holy, Holy One, saint, set apart
Usage: Occurs in 108 OT verses. KJV: holy (One), saint. See also: Exodus 19:6; Psalms 89:19; Psalms 16:3.
הֽוּא
hûwʼ
H1931
"he/she/it"
Pron
This word is a pronoun meaning 'he', 'she', or 'it', used to refer to a person or thing. It is used in the Bible to emphasize a subject or make it clear who is being talked about.
Definition: pron 3p s 1) he, she, it 1a) himself (with emphasis) 1b) resuming subj with emphasis 1c) (with minimum emphasis following predicate) 1d) (anticipating subj) 1e) (emphasising predicate) 1f) that, it (neuter) demons pron 2) that (with article)
Usage: Occurs in 1693 OT verses. KJV: he, as for her, him(-self), it, the same, she (herself), such, that (...it), these, they, this, those, which (is), who. See also: Genesis 2:11; Genesis 32:19; Exodus 21:3.
Study Notes — Psalms 99:3
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- Context
- Cross References
- Psalms 99:3 Summary
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Reflection Questions
- Gill's Exposition on Psalms 99:3
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Psalms 99:3
- Matthew Poole's Commentary on Psalms 99:3
- Trapp's Commentary on Psalms 99:3
- Ellicott's Commentary on Psalms 99:3
- Adam Clarke's Commentary on Psalms 99:3
- Cambridge Bible on Psalms 99:3
- Barnes' Notes on Psalms 99:3
- Whedon's Commentary on Psalms 99:3
- Sermons on Psalms 99:3
Context — The LORD Reigns!
1The LORD reigns; let the nations tremble! He is enthroned above the cherubim; let the earth quake!
2Great is the LORD in Zion; He is exalted above all the peoples.
3Let them praise Your great and awesome name— He is holy!
4The mighty King loves justice. You have established equity; You have exercised justice and righteousness in Jacob. 5Exalt the LORD our God, and worship at His footstool; He is holy!Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
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| 1 | Isaiah 6:3 | And they were calling out to one another: “Holy, holy, holy is the LORD of Hosts; all the earth is full of His glory.” |
| 2 | Deuteronomy 28:58 | If you are not careful to observe all the words of this law which are written in this book, that you may fear this glorious and awesome name—the LORD your God— |
| 3 | Psalms 111:9 | He has sent redemption to His people; He has ordained His covenant forever; holy and awesome is His name. |
| 4 | Revelation 15:3–4 | and they sang the song of God’s servant Moses and of the Lamb: “Great and wonderful are Your works, O Lord God Almighty! Just and true are Your ways, O King of the nations! Who will not fear You, O Lord, and glorify Your name? For You alone are holy. All nations will come and worship before You, for Your righteous acts have been revealed.” |
| 5 | Deuteronomy 7:21 | Do not be terrified by them, for the LORD your God, who is among you, is a great and awesome God. |
| 6 | John 17:11 | I will no longer be in the world, but they are in the world, and I am coming to You. Holy Father, protect them by Your name, the name You gave Me, so that they may be one as We are one. |
| 7 | Psalms 66:3 | Say to God, “How awesome are Your deeds! So great is Your power that Your enemies cower before You. |
| 8 | Nehemiah 1:5 | Then I said: “O LORD, God of heaven, the great and awesome God who keeps His covenant of loving devotion with those who love Him and keep His commandments, |
| 9 | Psalms 145:17 | The LORD is righteous in all His ways and kind in all His deeds. |
| 10 | Nehemiah 4:14 | After I had made an inspection, I stood up and said to the nobles, the officials, and the rest of the people, “Do not be afraid of them. Remember the Lord, who is great and awesome, and fight for your brothers, your sons and your daughters, your wives and your homes.” |
Psalms 99:3 Summary
[Psalms 99:3 is calling us to praise God's great and awesome name because He is holy, which means He is separate from sin and perfect in all His ways. This verse reminds us of God's power and majesty, as seen in Psalms 103:19, and encourages us to live a life of worship and obedience. By praising God's name, we acknowledge His sovereignty over all creation and recognize His righteous and just character, as stated in Psalms 103:6. As we reflect on God's holiness, we are reminded of our need for reverence, humility, and repentance in our approach to Him, as seen in 1 Peter 1:15-16.]
Frequently Asked Questions
What does it mean to praise God's great and awesome name?
To praise God's great and awesome name means to acknowledge and worship His power, majesty, and holiness, as seen in Psalms 99:3, and to recognize His sovereignty over all creation, as stated in Psalms 103:19.
Why is God's holiness emphasized in this verse?
God's holiness is emphasized in Psalms 99:3 because it is a fundamental aspect of His nature, as also seen in Leviticus 11:44-45, and it is the foundation of His righteous and just character, which is essential for our understanding of His love and mercy.
How can we apply the concept of praising God's name in our daily lives?
We can apply the concept of praising God's name by living a life of worship, thanksgiving, and obedience, as encouraged in Psalms 100:4, and by acknowledging His presence and sovereignty in every aspect of our lives, as seen in Colossians 3:17.
What is the significance of the phrase 'He is holy' in this verse?
The phrase 'He is holy' in Psalms 99:3 emphasizes God's transcendent and separate nature, as also seen in Isaiah 6:3, and reminds us of our need for reverence, humility, and repentance in our approach to Him, as stated in 1 Peter 1:15-16.
Reflection Questions
- What are some ways I can practically praise God's great and awesome name in my daily life?
- How does the concept of God's holiness impact my understanding of His love and mercy?
- In what ways can I reflect God's holiness in my own life, and what are the challenges I face in doing so?
- How can I balance the fear and reverence that comes from acknowledging God's holiness with the love and intimacy that comes from knowing Him as my Father?
Gill's Exposition on Psalms 99:3
Let them praise thy great and terrible name,.... All people, especially the Lord's people; those that dwell in Zion, where his name is great, in high esteem, venerable, and valued; as his name Jesus,
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Psalms 99:3
Let them praise thy great and terrible name; for it is holy. Let them (namely, 'all the peoples') praise thy great and terrible name - prophetic of what shall be; therefore put imperatively, because
Matthew Poole's Commentary on Psalms 99:3
Them, to wit, all people, last mentioned. For it is holy; for it is not only great, but holy, and therefore most praise-worthy.
Trapp's Commentary on Psalms 99:3
Psalms 99:3 Let them praise thy great and terrible name; [for] it [is] holy.Ver 3. Let them praise thy great and terrible name] Nomen illud maiestativum. Some hereby understand the name Jehovah, of which Joshua 7:9, "What wilt thou do to thy great name?" And Jeremiah 44:26, "I have sworn by my great name." But God’ s name is usually put for God’ s self. For it is holy] And therefore to be sanctified in righteousness, Isaiah 5:16.
Ellicott's Commentary on Psalms 99:3
(3) Great and terrible name.—The rabbins see here the mystic tetragrammaton, whose pronunciation was kept so secret. For it is holy.—This is grammatically possible, but as Psalms 99:5; Psalms 99:9 repeat the expression, evidently as a refrain, and there it needs the masculine, it is better to read here, “Holy is He.” In this way, too, we avoid an awkward construction in the next verse, which should be joined closely with this: Let them praise Thy great and terrible name (saying), “Holy is He, and mighty, a king that loveth justice.”
Adam Clarke's Commentary on Psalms 99:3
Verse 3. Let them praise thy great and terrible name] Let them confess thee to be great and terrible: let them tremble before thee. For it is holy.] קדוש הוא kadosh hu. As this not only ends this verse but the fifth also, and in effect the ninth, it seems to be a species of chorus which was sung in a very solemn manner at the conclusion of each of these parts. His holiness-the immaculate purity of his nature, was the reason why he should be exalted, praised, and worshipped.
Cambridge Bible on Psalms 99:3
3. thy great and terrible name] Cp. Psalms 47:2; Psalms 111:9; Deuteronomy 7:21. for it is holy] A possible rendering; cp. Isaiah 57:15; but the parallels of Psa 99:5; Psalms 99:9 point rather to the rendering of R.V., Holy is he. His highest claim to adoration is His absolute moral perfection. Cp. Psalms 22:3 note.
Barnes' Notes on Psalms 99:3
Let them praise thy great and terrible name - The word rendered “terrible” means “to be feared or reverenced;” that is, his name - his being - he himself - is suited to inspire awe and reverence.
Whedon's Commentary on Psalms 99:3
3. Let them praise—They shall praise; that is, the nations, or peoples, just mentioned. Psalms 99:2. The prophetic character of the psalm and the form of the verb require that it be rendered in the declarative future.
Sermons on Psalms 99:3
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Fearful in Praises by G.W. North | In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the importance of understanding the true meaning of the baptism in the Spirit. He explains that it is not just about receiving power for ser |
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Behold the Living God by Jack Hayford | Jack Hayford preaches about the living God who moves among us, emphasizing the need for deep contrition and humility to seek Him, as He reveals Himself by His loving power. The ser |
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(Missions Conference Shoals) - Part 2 by Paul Washer | In this sermon, the preacher discusses the movie "The Passion" and his response to it. He expresses his fear of watching the film due to the emotional impact it may have on him. Th |
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(The Glory of God) in Missions by Paul Washer | In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the importance of participating in the Great Commission, which is the command given by Jesus to spread the gospel to all nations. The speaker |
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(Deeper Waters) Session 3 - the Habitation of God by David Ravenhill | In this sermon, the speaker begins by describing his arrival at a new home and how he can immediately discern certain characteristics about the people living there. He then moves o |
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The Holiness of God - Part 3 by A.W. Tozer | In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the importance of holiness and the need for individuals to give account of their deeds before God. He highlights the urgency of seeking forg |
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The Greatness of God by A.W. Tozer | In this sermon, the speaker reflects on a mother who takes her young child to the beach to escape the monotony of housework. As the mother reads, she occasionally looks up to check |