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Psalms 149

Darby Translation (DARBY) - 1890

9 verses - Very literal - Public Domain

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Psalms 149:1

Hallelujah! Sing unto Jehovah a new song; [sing] his praise in the congregation of the godly.

Psalms 149:2

Let Israel rejoice in his Maker; let the sons of Zion be joyful in their King.

Psalms 149:3

Let them praise his name in the dance; let them sing psalms unto him with the tambour and harp.

Psalms 149:4

For Jehovah taketh pleasure in his people; he beautifieth the meek with salvation.

Psalms 149:5

Let the godly exult in glory; let them shout for joy upon their beds.

Psalms 149:6

Let the high praises of God be in their mouth, and a two-edged sword in their hand:

Psalms 149:7

To execute vengeance against the nations, [and] punishment among the peoples;

Psalms 149:8

To bind their kings with chains, and their nobles with fetters of iron;

Psalms 149:9

To execute upon them the judgment written. This honour have all his saints. Hallelujah!

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