Psalms 65:1

King James Version:

(The Lord speaking is red text)

¶ To the chief Musician, A Psalm [and] Song of David. Praise waiteth for thee, O God, in Sion: and unto thee shall the vow be performed.

Complete Jewish Bible:

For the leader. A psalm of David. A song: To you, God, in Tziyon, silence is praise; and vows to you are to be fulfilled.

Berean Standard Bible:

Praise awaits You, O God, in Zion; to You our vows will be fulfilled.

American Standard Version:

Praise waiteth for thee, O God, in Zion; And unto thee shall the vow be performed.

KJV with Strong’s Numbers:

To the chief Musician^{H5329}{H8764)}, A Psalm^{H4210} and Song^{H7892} of David^{H1732}. Praise^{H8416} waiteth^{H1747} for thee, O God^{H430}, in Sion^{H6726}: and unto thee shall the vow^{H5088} be performed^{H7999}{H8792)}.

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Commentary for Psalms 65:1

Psalm 65:1 is the opening verse of a psalm traditionally attributed to King David, who was known as a skilled musician and poet in the Hebrew Bible. This particular psalm is a song of thanksgiving, expressing gratitude and praise to God. The verse sets the tone for the rest of the psalm, which goes on to celebrate God's role as a provider and sustainer of life, as well as His forgiveness and might.

In the historical context, the mention of "Sion" refers to Mount Zion, which was the site of the ancient city of David, Jerusalem, and was considered a holy mountain where God's presence was particularly felt. The phrase "Praise waiteth for thee, O God, in Sion" suggests that the people of Israel are prepared and eager to offer worship and thanks to God in the place where He is believed to dwell among them.

The latter part of the verse, "and unto thee shall the vow be performed," indicates a commitment to fulfilling religious vows made to God. In ancient Israel, it was common for individuals to make vows to God, often as a plea for help or as an expression of devotion, which they were then obligated to fulfill as an act of worship and gratitude.

Overall, Psalm 65:1 highlights themes of worship, thanksgiving, and devotion to God, emphasizing the sanctity of Jerusalem (Zion) as a central place for the religious life of the Israelites. It reflects the communal anticipation and readiness to praise God and to honor the promises made to Him, which was a significant aspect of the religious practice of the time.

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Strong's Numbers and Definitions:

Note: H = Hebrew (OT), G = Greek (NT)

1. Strong's Number: H5329
   There are 65 instances of this translation in the Bible
   Lemma: נָצַח
   Transliteration: nâtsach
   Pronunciation: naw-tsakh'
   Description: a primitive root; also as denominative from נֶצַח; properly, to glitter from afar, i.e. to be eminent (as a superintendent, especially of the Temple services and its music); to be permanent; excel, chief musician (singer), oversee(-r), set forward.
   
2. Strong's Number: H4210
   There are 57 instances of this translation in the Bible
   Lemma: מִזְמוֹר
   Transliteration: mizmôwr
   Pronunciation: miz-more'
   Description: from זָמַר; properly, instrumental music; by implication, a poem set to notes; psalm.
   
3. Strong's Number: H7892
   There are 87 instances of this translation in the Bible
   Lemma: שִׁיר
   Transliteration: shîyr
   Pronunciation: sheer
   Description: or feminine שִׁירָה; from שִׁיר; a song; abstractly, singing; musical(-ick), [idiom] sing(-er, -ing), song.
   
4. Strong's Number: H1732
   There are 911 instances of this translation in the Bible
   Lemma: דָּוִד
   Transliteration: Dâvid
   Pronunciation: daw-veed'
   Description: rarely (fully); דָּוִיד; from the same as דּוֹד; loving; David, the youngest son of Jesse; David.
   
5. Strong's Number: H8416
   There are 57 instances of this translation in the Bible
   Lemma: תְּהִלָּה
   Transliteration: tᵉhillâh
   Pronunciation: teh-hil-law'
   Description: from הָלַל; laudation; specifically (concretely) a hymn; praise.
   
6. Strong's Number: H1747
   There are 4 instances of this translation in the Bible
   Lemma: דּוּמִיָּה
   Transliteration: dûwmîyâh
   Pronunciation: doo-me-yaw'
   Description: from דָּמָה; stillness; adverbially, silently; abstractly quiet, trust; silence, silent, waiteth.
   
7. Strong's Number: H430
   There are 2334 instances of this translation in the Bible
   Lemma: אֱלֹהִים
   Transliteration: ʼĕlôhîym
   Pronunciation: el-o-heem'
   Description: plural of אֱלוֹהַּ; gods in the ordinary sense; but specifically used (in the plural thus, especially with the article) of the supreme God; occasionally applied by way of deference to magistrates; and sometimes as a superlative; angels, [idiom] exceeding, God (gods) (-dess, -ly), [idiom] (very) great, judges, [idiom] mighty.
   
8. Strong's Number: H6726
   There are 154 instances of this translation in the Bible
   Lemma: צִיּוֹן
   Transliteration: Tsîyôwn
   Pronunciation: tsee-yone'
   Description: the same (regularly) as צִיּוּןlemma צִיוּן missing dagesh, corrected to צִיּוּן; Tsijon (as a permanent capital), a mountain of Jerusalem; Zion.
   
9. Strong's Number: H5088
   There are 57 instances of this translation in the Bible
   Lemma: נֶדֶר
   Transliteration: neder
   Pronunciation: neh'-der
   Description: or נֵדֶר; from נָדַר; a promise (to God); also (concretely) a thing promised; vow(-ed).
   
10. Strong's Number: H7999
    There are 107 instances of this translation in the Bible
    Lemma: שָׁלַם
    Transliteration: shâlam
    Pronunciation: shaw-lam'
    Description: a primitive root; to be safe (in mind, body or estate); figuratively, to be (causatively, make) completed; by implication, to be friendly; by extension, to reciprocate (in various applications); make amends, (make an) end, finish, full, give again, make good, (re-) pay (again), (make) (to) (be at) peace(-able), that is perfect, perform, (make) prosper(-ous), recompense, render, requite, make restitution, restore, reward, [idiom] surely.