But as for me, I will always proclaim what God has done; I will sing praises to the God of Jacob.
Parallel translations
- WEB But I will declare this forever: I will sing praises to the God of Jacob.
- KJV But I will declare for ever; I will sing praises to the God of Jacob.
- BSB But I will proclaim Him forever; I will sing praise to the God of Jacob.
- NKJV But I will declare forever, I will sing praises to the God of Jacob.
- NASB ¶But as for me, I will declare it forever; I will sing praises to the God of Jacob.
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Quick answer
The psalmist resolves to declare God's deeds forever and sing praise to the God of Jacob.
Overview
In response to God's righteous rule, Asaph commits to lifelong worship and proclamation. Naming Him the God of Jacob recalls His covenant faithfulness to the patriarchs. This determination to praise amid a world of judgment models the believer's calling to glorify God whose justice and mercy meet perfectly in Christ.
Cross-references & the web
Cross-references · 4
- Ps 9:14that I may show all of your praise. In the gates of the daughter of Zion, I will rejoice in your salvation.
- Ps 145:1–2A praise psalm by David. I will exalt you, my God, the King. I will praise your name forever and ever.
- Ps 40:10I have not hidden your righteousness within my heart. I have declared your faithfulness and your salvation. I have not concealed your loving kindness and your truth from the great assembly.
- Ps 104:33I will sing to Yahweh as long as I live. I will sing praise to my God while I have any being.
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