Psalms 149:9

Authorized King James Version

To execute upon them the judgment written: this honour have all his saints. Praise ye the LORD.

Word-by-Word Analysis

לַעֲשׂ֤וֹת

H6213

To execute

to do or make, in the broadest sense and widest application

בָּהֶ֨ם׀

מִשְׁפָּ֬ט

H4941

upon them the judgment

properly, a verdict (favorable or unfavorable) pronounced judicially, especially a sentence or formal decree (human or (participant's) divine law, ind

כָּת֗וּב

H3789

written

to grave, by implication, to write (describe, inscribe, prescribe, subscribe)

הָדָ֣ר

H1926

this honour

magnificence, i.e., ornament or splendor

ה֭וּא

H1931

he (she or it); only expressed when emphatic or without a verb; also (intensively) self, or (especially with the article) the same; sometimes (as demo

לְכָל

H3605

properly, the whole; hence, all, any or every (in the singular only, but often in a plural sense)

חֲסִידָ֗יו

H2623

have all his saints

properly, kind, i.e., (religiously) pious (a saint)

הַֽלְלוּ

H1984

Praise

to be clear (orig. of sound, but usually of color); to shine; hence, to make a show, to boast; and thus to be (clamorously) foolish; to rave; causativ

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יָֽהּ׃

H3050

ye the LORD

jah, the sacred name

Analysis

Within the broader context of Psalms, this passage highlights worship and praise through universal language and absolute statements. The theological weight of divine sovereignty connects to fundamental Christian doctrine about divine sovereignty, contributing to our understanding of God's nature and relationship with humanity. This verse contributes to the book's overall argument by building upon previous themes while advancing the overall message of Psalms.

Historical Context

The literary and historical milieu of ancient Near Eastern poetry and hymnic literature for worship shapes this text's meaning. Israel's liturgical traditions developed through centuries of temple worship and personal devotion Understanding a worldview centered on covenant relationship between God and His people helps modern readers appreciate why the author emphasizes divine sovereignty in this particular way.

Questions for Reflection

How does this passage contribute to our understanding of the progressive revelation of God's purposes throughout Scripture, and what implications does this have for Christian discipleship?
What systematic theological implications arise from this verse's treatment of worship and praise, and how does it contribute to a biblical theology of fundamental Christian doctrine?
What practical applications emerge from understanding worship and praise as presented in this verse, particularly in light of contemporary challenges facing the church and individual believers?