Psalms 40:3

And he hath put a new song in my mouth, [even] praise unto our God: many shall see [it], and fear, and shall trust in the LORD.

And he hath put {H5414}{H8799)} a new {H2319} song {H7892} in my mouth {H6310}, even praise {H8416} unto our God {H430}: many {H7227} shall see {H7200}{H8799)} it, and fear {H3372}{H8799)}, and shall trust {H982}{H8799)} in the LORD {H3068}.

He put a new song in my mouth, a song of praise to our God. Many will look on in awe and put their trust in ADONAI.

He put a new song in my mouth, a hymn of praise to our God. Many will see and fear and put their trust in the LORD.

And he hath put a new song in my mouth, even praise unto our God: Many shall see it, and fear, And shall trust in Jehovah.

Commentary

Context

Psalm 40 is a psalm of thanksgiving and commitment, attributed to David. The preceding verses (Psalm 40:1-2) describe the psalmist's deliverance from a "horrible pit" and "miry clay," symbolizing a desperate, life-threatening situation. Verse 3 is a direct response to this divine rescue, expressing the overflow of praise and recognizing the wider impact of God's saving work.

Key Themes

A New Song of Deliverance

The phrase "He hath put a new song in my mouth" signifies a fresh, vibrant, and spontaneous expression of praise. It's not a rehearsed or rote melody, but a genuine outpouring of gratitude for a new experience of God's saving power. This "new song" is born out of a specific act of deliverance, highlighting God's intervention in the psalmist's life and inspiring a renewed form of worship. It speaks to the transformative power of God's grace, giving a reason to sing when despair once reigned. This concept of a "new song" appears elsewhere in Scripture, often associated with fresh acts of God's redemption.

The Power of Testimony

The song is explicitly identified as "praise unto our God." This praise is not private; it's a public testimony. The phrase "many shall see it" emphasizes that God's work in an individual's life has a broader, observable impact. The psalmist's personal experience of deliverance and subsequent praise serves as a powerful witness to others. This public display of God's faithfulness encourages onlookers to consider His power and goodness.

Reverential Awe and Trust

The anticipated reaction of those who "shall see it" is twofold: "and fear, and shall trust in the LORD." The word "fear" (Hebrew: yare) here does not mean terror, but rather a profound, reverential awe and respect for God's majesty, power, and holiness. Witnessing God's intervention in the psalmist's life leads others to acknowledge His sovereignty and then to place their confidence and reliance upon Him. This verse beautifully illustrates how one person's testimony can lead others to a saving trust in the LORD.

Linguistic Insights

  • The Hebrew phrase for "new song" is shir chadash (ืฉึดืื™ืจ ื—ึธื“ึธืฉื), emphasizing a fresh, unprecedented reason for praise, stemming from a new act of divine salvation.
  • The word "fear" (ื™ึธืจึตื, yare) often carries the connotation of reverence, awe, and worship in the Old Testament, particularly when referring to God. It implies a proper understanding of His power and holiness, leading to humble submission and trust.

Practical Application

Psalm 40:3 encourages believers today to share their experiences of God's faithfulness. When God delivers us from difficult situations, our heartfelt praise and testimony can become a powerful tool for evangelism. Our "new song" of gratitude can inspire others to recognize God's hand, develop a reverential awe for Him, and ultimately place their trust in Him. It reminds us that our personal walk with God has a ripple effect, potentially leading others to faith and a deeper relationship with the Lord.

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Cross-References

  • Psalms 33:3

    Sing unto him a new song; play skilfully with a loud noise.

  • Psalms 103:1

    ยถ [A Psalm] of David. Bless the LORD, O my soul: and all that is within me, [bless] his holy name.

  • Psalms 103:5

    Who satisfieth thy mouth with good [things; so that] thy youth is renewed like the eagle's.

  • Psalms 34:1

    ยถ [A Psalm] of David, when he changed his behaviour before Abimelech; who drove him away, and he departed. I will bless the LORD at all times: his praise [shall] continually [be] in my mouth.

  • Psalms 34:6

    This poor man cried, and the LORD heard [him], and saved him out of all his troubles.

  • Psalms 52:6

    ยถ The righteous also shall see, and fear, and shall laugh at him:

  • Revelation 14:3

    And they sung as it were a new song before the throne, and before the four beasts, and the elders: and no man could learn that song but the hundred [and] forty [and] four thousand, which were redeemed from the earth.