New International VersionA song of ascents. Praise the LORD, all you servants of the LORD who minister by night in the house of the LORD.
New Living TranslationOh, praise the LORD, all you servants of the LORD, you who serve at night in the house of the LORD.
English Standard VersionCome, bless the LORD, all you servants of the LORD, who stand by night in the house of the LORD!
Berean Standard BibleA song of ascents. Come, bless the LORD, all you servants of the LORD who serve by night in the house of the LORD!
King James BibleA Song of degrees. Behold, bless ye the LORD, all ye servants of the LORD, which by night stand in the house of the LORD.
New King James VersionA Song of Ascents. Behold, bless the LORD, All you servants of the LORD, Who by night stand in the house of the LORD!
New American Standard BibleA Song of Ascents. Behold, bless the LORD, all you servants of the LORD, Who serve by night in the house of the LORD!
NASB 1995A Song of Ascents. Behold, bless the LORD, all servants of the LORD, Who serve by night in the house of the LORD!
NASB 1977Behold, bless the LORD, all servants of the LORD, Who serve by night in the house of the LORD!
Legacy Standard BibleA Song of Ascents. Behold, bless Yahweh, all you slaves of Yahweh, Who stand in the house of Yahweh by night!
Amplified BibleA Song of Ascents. Behold, bless and praise the LORD, all servants of the LORD (priests, Levites), Who stand and serve by night in the house of the LORD.
Christian Standard BibleA song of ascents. Now bless the LORD, all you servants of the LORD who stand in the LORD’s house at night!
Holman Christian Standard BibleA song of ascents. Now praise the LORD, all you servants of the LORD who stand in the LORD’s house at night!
American Standard VersionA Song of Ascents. Behold, bless ye Jehovah, all ye servants of Jehovah, That by night stand in the house of Jehovah.
Contemporary English VersionEveryone who serves the LORD, come and offer praises. Everyone who has gathered in his temple tonight,
English Revised VersionA Song of Ascents. Behold, bless ye the LORD, all ye servants of the LORD, which by night stand in the house of the LORD.
GOD'S WORD® Translation[A song for going up to worship.] Praise the LORD, all you servants of the LORD, all who stand in the house of the LORD night after night.
Good News TranslationCome, praise the LORD, all his servants, all who serve in his Temple at night.
International Standard VersionNow bless the LORD, all you servants of the LORD who serve nightly in the LORD's Temple.
NET BibleA song of ascents. Attention! Praise the LORD, all you servants of the LORD, who serve in the LORD's temple during the night.
New Heart English Bible[A Song of Ascents.] Look. Praise the LORD, all you servants of the LORD, who stand by night in the LORD's house.
Webster's Bible TranslationA Song of degrees. Behold, bless ye the LORD, all ye servants of the LORD, who by night stand in the house of the LORD. Majority Text Translations Majority Standard BibleA song of ascents. Come, bless the LORD, all you servants of the LORD who serve by night in the house of the LORD!
World English BibleA Song of Ascents. Look! Praise Yahweh, all you servants of Yahweh, who stand by night in Yahweh’s house! Literal Translations Literal Standard VersionA SONG OF THE ASCENTS. Behold, bless YHWH, all servants of YHWH, "" Who are standing in the house of YHWH by night.
Young's Literal Translation A Song of the Ascents. Lo, bless Jehovah, all servants of Jehovah, Who are standing in the house of Jehovah by night.
Smith's Literal TranslationSong of ascensions. Behold, praise ye Jehovah, all ye servants of Jehovah, standing in the house of Jehovah, in the nights. Catholic Translations Douay-Rheims BibleBehold now bless ye the Lord, all ye servants of the Lord: Who stand in the house of the Lord, in the courts of the house of our God.
Catholic Public Domain VersionA Canticle in steps. Behold, bless the Lord now, all you servants of the Lord, who stand in the house of the Lord, in the courts of the house of our God.
New American Bible
A song of ascents. O come, bless the LORD, all you servants of the LORD You who stand in the house of the LORD throughout the nights.
New Revised Standard Version
Come, bless the LORD, all you servants of the LORD, who stand by night in the house of the LORD!Translations from Aramaic Lamsa Bible
BEHOLD, bless the LORD, all you servants of the LORD, who by night stand in the house of the LORD.
Peshitta Holy Bible Translated
Bless LORD JEHOVAH, all you Servants of LORD JEHOVAH, those who stand in his house and in the courts of the house of LORD JEHOVAH at night.OT Translations JPS Tanakh 1917
A Song of Ascents. Behold, bless ye the LORD, all ye servants of the LORD, That stand in the house of the LORD in the night seasons.
Brenton Septuagint Translation
A Song of Degrees. Behold now, bless ye the Lord, all the servants of the Lord, who stand in the house of the Lord, in the courts of the house of our God.
Additional Translations ... Audio Bible
Context Bless the LORD, All You Servants1A songof ascents. Come,blessthe LORD,allyou servantsof the LORDwho serveby nightin the houseof the LORD!2Lift up your hands to the sanctuary and bless the LORD!…
Cross References Psalm 135:1-2Hallelujah! Praise the name of the LORD. Give praise, O servants of the LORD, / who stand in the house of the LORD, in the courts of the house of our God.
Psalm 92:1-2A Psalm. A song for the Sabbath day. It is good to praise the LORD, and to sing praises to Your name, O Most High, / to proclaim Your loving devotion in the morning and Your faithfulness at night
Psalm 100:4Enter His gates with thanksgiving and His courts with praise; give thanks to Him and bless His name.
Psalm 103:20-21Bless the LORD, all His angels mighty in strength who carry out His word, who hearken to the voice of His command. / Bless the LORD, all His hosts, you servants who do His will.
Psalm 113:1-3Hallelujah! Give praise, O servants of the LORD; praise the name of the LORD. / Blessed be the name of the LORD both now and forevermore. / From where the sun rises to where it sets, the name of the LORD is praised.
Psalm 116:19in the courts of the LORD’s house, in your midst, O Jerusalem. Hallelujah!
Psalm 122:1A song of ascents. Of David. I was glad when they said to me, “Let us go to the house of the LORD.”
Psalm 135:19-21O house of Israel, bless the LORD; O house of Aaron, bless the LORD; / O house of Levi, bless the LORD; you who fear the LORD, bless the LORD! / Blessed be the LORD from Zion—He who dwells in Jerusalem. Hallelujah!
Psalm 141:2May my prayer be set before You like incense; my uplifted hands, like the evening offering.
1 Chronicles 9:33Those who were musicians, the heads of Levite families, stayed in the temple chambers and were exempt from other duties because they were on duty day and night.
1 Chronicles 23:30They were also to stand every morning to give thanks and praise to the LORD, and likewise in the evening.
2 Chronicles 29:11Now, my sons, do not be negligent, for the LORD has chosen you to stand before Him, to serve Him, to minister before Him, and to burn incense.”
Nehemiah 11:17Mattaniah son of Mica, the son of Zabdi, the son of Asaph, who led in thanksgiving and prayer; Bakbukiah, second among his associates; and Abda son of Shammua, the son of Galal, the son of Jeduthun.
Isaiah 30:29You will sing as on the night of a holy festival, and your heart will rejoice like one who walks to the music of a flute, going up to the mountain of the LORD, to the Rock of Israel.
Isaiah 62:6On your walls, O Jerusalem, I have posted watchmen; they will never be silent day or night. You who call on the LORD shall take no rest for yourselves,
Treasury of Scripture Behold, bless you the LORD, all you servants of the LORD, which by night stand in the house of the LORD. A. Psalm 120:1 A Song of degrees. In my distress I cried unto the LORD, and he heard me. Psalm 121:1 A Song of degrees. I will lift up mine eyes unto the hills, from whence cometh my help. Psalm 122:1 A Song of degrees of David. I was glad when they said unto me, Let us go into the house of the LORD. bless ye Psalm 103:21 Bless ye the LORD, allye his hosts;ye ministers of his, that do his pleasure. Psalm 135:1,2,19-21 Praise ye the LORD. Praise ye the name of the LORD; praisehim, O ye servants of the LORD… 1 Chronicles 23:30-32 And to stand every morning to thank and praise the LORD, and likewise at even; … which by night Psalm 130:6 My soulwaiteth for the Lord more than they that watch for the morning:I say, more than they that watch for the morning. Leviticus 8:35 Therefore shall ye abideat the door of the tabernacle of the congregation day and night seven days, and keep the charge of the LORD, that ye die not: for so I am commanded. 1 Chronicles 9:23,33 So they and their childrenhad the oversight of the gates of the house of the LORD,namely, the house of the tabernacle, by wards… Jump to Previous AscentsBlessDegreesHouseMinisterNightPlacesPraiseSeasonsServantsServeSongStandStandingUp&GtJump to Next AscentsBlessDegreesHouseMinisterNightPlacesPraiseSeasonsServantsServeSongStandStandingUp&GtPsalm 134 1.An exhortation to bless GodA song of ascents.This phrase indicates that Psalm 134 is part of the Songs of Ascents, a collection of Psalms (120-134) traditionally sung by Hebrew pilgrims as they ascended to Jerusalem for the three major feasts: Passover, Pentecost, and Tabernacles. The ascent is both physical, as Jerusalem is situated on a hill, and spiritual, symbolizing drawing closer to God. The Songs of Ascents reflect themes of worship, community, and reliance on God. Come, bless the LORD,
The call to "bless the LORD" is an invitation to praise and worship God. In Hebrew, "bless" (barak) implies kneeling and adoration, acknowledging God's sovereignty and goodness. This phrase emphasizes the importance of worship as a communal and individual act of devotion. It reflects the biblical principle that God is worthy of praise at all times, as seen in other scriptures likePsalm 103:1-2. all you servants of the LORD
This refers to the priests and Levites who ministered in the temple. They were set apart for the service of God, representing the people before Him. The term "servants" underscores the idea of dedicated service and obedience to God's commands. In a broader sense, it can apply to all believers who are called to serve God with their lives, as seen inRomans 12:1. who serve by night
Serving by night highlights the continuous nature of worship and service in the temple. The priests and Levites maintained the temple rituals, including offerings and prayers, ensuring that worship was unceasing. This night service symbolizes vigilance and dedication, reminiscent of the watchfulness Jesus encouraged in His followers (Mark 13:35-37). in the house of the LORD!
The "house of the LORD" refers to the temple in Jerusalem, the central place of worship for the Israelites. It was considered the dwelling place of God's presence among His people. The temple's significance is seen throughout the Old Testament and is fulfilled in the New Testament with Jesus Christ, who referred to His body as the temple (John 2:19-21), and in the church, which is described as the temple of the Holy Spirit (1 Corinthians 3:16). Persons / Places / Events 1. Servants of the LORDThese are the Levitical priests and temple workers who were responsible for the worship and maintenance of the temple. They served both day and night, ensuring that the worship of God continued without ceasing. 2. The House of the LORDThis refers to the temple in Jerusalem, the central place of worship for the Israelites, where God's presence was believed to dwell. 3. Night ServiceThe mention of serving by night highlights the continuous nature of worship and dedication required by the temple servants. It underscores the idea of vigilance and devotion even during times of rest. Teaching Points Continuous WorshipJust as the temple servants were called to bless the LORD day and night, believers today are encouraged to maintain a lifestyle of continuous worship and devotion, recognizing God's presence in every aspect of life. Faithfulness in ServiceThe dedication of the temple servants serves as a model for believers to be faithful in their service to God, regardless of the time or circumstances. The Role of Worship in CommunityThe communal aspect of worship in the temple reminds us of the importance of gathering together as a body of believers to honor and bless the LORD. Spiritual VigilanceServing by night symbolizes spiritual vigilance and readiness. Believers are called to be spiritually alert and prepared, even during times of darkness or challenge. Lists and Questions Top 10 Lessons from Psalm 134
How does Psalm 134’s call to “bless the Lord” fit with passages like Genesis 12:2, where only God imparts blessing?
Psalm 134:1 mentions serving “by night” in the temple; does any archaeological evidence support 24-hour worship in ancient Israel?
If God is all-sufficient, why does Psalm 134:1–2 emphasize continual praise from humans?
If Psalm 52 is specifically about Doeg the Edomite, where is the archaeological or textual proof confirming these events?(1) All ye servants.--We learn from 1Chronicles 9:33 that there were Levites whose duties brought them to the Temple by night. Moreover, the word '?mad,"stand," is the customary word for sacerdotal service ( Deuteronomy 10:8; Deuteronomy 18:7; 1Chronicles 23:30, &c). Verse 1. - Behold. The word calls attention to an immediate need - something that is to be done, and to be done at once. Bless ye the Lord. This must mean "for us" - "on our behalf." Thank God for having brought our journey to a prosperous end. All ye servants of the Lord, which by night stand in the house of the Lord; i. e. ye special servants of the Lord, priests and Levites, now standing within his courts, and engaged in his worship. The temple was never left without a body of priests and Levites, to keep it and sing praises in it.
Parallel Commentaries ...
Hebrew A Songשִׁ֗יר(šîr)Noun - masculine singular construct
Strong's 7892:A song, singingof Ascents.הַֽמַּ֫עֲל֥וֹת(ham·ma·‘ă·lō·wṯ)Article | Noun - feminine plural
Strong's 4609:Elevation, the act, the condition, a climactic progressionCome,הִנֵּ֤ה ׀(hin·nêh)Interjection
Strong's 2009:Lo! behold!blessבָּרֲכ֣וּ(bā·ră·ḵū)Verb - Piel - Imperative - masculine plural
Strong's 1288:To kneel, to bless God, man, to cursethe LORD,יְ֭הוָה(Yah·weh)Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 3068:LORD -- the proper name of the God of Israelallכָּל־(kāl-)Noun - masculine singular construct
Strong's 3605:The whole, all, any, everyyou servantsעַבְדֵ֣י(‘aḇ·ḏê)Noun - masculine plural construct
Strong's 5650:Slave, servantof the LORDיְהוָ֑ה(Yah·weh)Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 3068:LORD -- the proper name of the God of Israelwho serveהָעֹמְדִ֥ים(hā·‘ō·mə·ḏîm)Article | Verb - Qal - Participle - masculine plural
Strong's 5975:To stand, in various relationsby nightבַּלֵּילֽוֹת׃(bal·lê·lō·wṯ)Preposition-b, Article | Noun - masculine plural
Strong's 3915:A twist, night, adversityin the houseבְּבֵית־(bə·ḇêṯ-)Preposition-b | Noun - masculine singular construct
Strong's 1004:A houseof the LORD!יְ֝הוָ֗ה(Yah·weh)Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 3068:LORD -- the proper name of the God of Israel
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