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2 Samuel 22:1
And David spake unto the LORD the words of this song in the daythat the LORD had delivered him out of the hand of all his enemies, and out of the hand of Saul:

2 Samuel 23:1,2
Now thesebe the last words of David. David the son of Jesse said, and the manwho was raised up on high, the anointed of the God of Jacob, and the sweet psalmist of Israel, said, …

2 Chronicles 29:30
Moreover Hezekiah the king and the princes commanded the Levites to sing praise unto the LORD with the words of David, and of Asaph the seer. And they sang praises with gladness, and they bowed their heads and worshipped.

into the hand

Psalm 12:1
To the chief Musician upon Sheminith, A Psalm of David. Help, LORD; for the godly man ceaseth; for the faithful fail from among the children of men.

Psalm 18:1
To the chief Musician,A Psalm of David, the servant of the LORD, who spake unto the LORD the words of this song in the daythat the LORD delivered him from the hand of all his enemies, and from the hand of Saul: And he said, I will love thee, O LORD, my strength.

David first committed
David, as king, took the initiative to organize worship and thanksgiving to God. This act demonstrates his role not only as a political leader but also as a spiritual leader. It highlights the importance of leadership in guiding the people in worship and devotion to God.

to Asaph and his associates
Asaph was one of the chief musicians appointed by David. He, along with his associates, was responsible for leading worship in the tabernacle. This appointment underscores the organized and communal nature of worship in Israel. Asaph's role is significant, as he is later credited with several Psalms, indicating his lasting influence on Israel's worship practices.

this song of thanksgiving
The song is a form of worship that expresses gratitude to God. Thanksgiving is a central theme in Israel's worship, reflecting their acknowledgment of God's provision and faithfulness. This particular song, found in the subsequent verses, includes elements of praise, remembrance of God's deeds, and a call to worship.

to the LORD
The use of "LORD" in all capitals signifies the covenant name of God, Yahweh. This emphasizes the personal and covenantal relationship between God and Israel. The focus on Yahweh highlights the exclusivity of worship directed to the one true God, distinguishing Israel from surrounding nations with their polytheistic practices.

“On that day David first committed to Asaph and his associates this song of thanksgiving to the LORD:” (1 Chronicles 16:7)

• The phrase ties the verse to the moment the ark was placed inside the tent David had pitched (1 Chronicles 16:1;2 Samuel 6:17).

• It marks a fresh chapter in Israel’s worship life, connecting God’s past faithfulness with present celebration (Joshua 4:6–7).

• By noting a particular day, Scripture underlines that gratitude should be rooted in real acts of God, not vague feelings (Psalm 118:24).

• “First” signals an inaugural act: David is pioneering organized, ongoing musical worship before the ark (1 Chronicles 15:16, 28).

• His leadership shows that civil authority can, and should, encourage true worship when it honors God’s revealed will (Deuteronomy 17:18–20;2 Chronicles 29:25–27).

• Later, David will formalize temple service with 4,000 musicians (1 Chronicles 23:5) and leave a legacy that blesses future generations (Ezra 3:10–11).

• Asaph, a Levite, becomes chief musician (1 Chronicles 6:39; 15:17). His name appears in the titles ofPsalm 50 and 73–83, showing the longevity of this ministry.

• By delegating, David models servant leadership that equips others (Exodus 18:17–23;Ephesians 4:11–12).

• “Associates” (brothers) highlights corporate worship—thanksgiving is amplified in community (Psalm 34:3;Hebrews 10:24–25).

• The song that follows (1 Chronicles 16:8–36) weaves portions ofPsalm 105:1–15,Psalm 96:1–13, andPsalm 106:1, 47–48.

• Thanksgiving reflects obedience to God’s repeated call: “Enter His gates with thanksgiving” (Psalm 100:4) and “give thanks in all circumstances” (1 Thessalonians 5:18).

• The content celebrates God’s mighty works, covenant faithfulness, and universal reign—reminding worshipers that gratitude rests on who God is and what He has done (Psalm 107:1).

• The covenant name “Yahweh” centers worship on the one true God, excluding rival deities (Exodus 20:2–3;Isaiah 42:8).

• Music, thanksgiving, and leadership all gain their meaning only when oriented “to the LORD” (Colossians 3:17;Hebrews 13:15).

• By directing praise to God alone, David safeguards Israel from self-glorification and idolatry (Deuteronomy 8:10–14).

1 Chronicles 16:7 records the historic moment David inaugurated an organized ministry of thanksgiving. On the very day the ark arrived, he authorized Asaph and fellow Levites to lead Israel in a carefully crafted song that exalts the LORD for His mighty acts and covenant love. This verse reminds believers that gratitude should be timely, intentional, communal, and always directed toward the Lord who remains worthy of praise.

(7)Then on that day David delivered first this psalm.--Rather,On that day then (viz., after the Ark had been placed in its tent, and the minstrels appointed)David originally committed the giving of thanks to Jehovah into the hands of Asaph and his brethren. Thus understood, the verse merely asserts that this was the occasion when "Asaph and his brethren" were first charged with the duties described in1Chronicles 16:4-6. But the words seem really intended to introduce the long ode which follows, and therefore we should perhaps render, "On that day, then David gave for the first time into the hands of Asaph and his brethren, for giving thanks to Jehovah, Give thanks unto the Lord,'" &c., the whole psalm being regarded as the object of the verb. It may be that this composite hymn was sung in the time of the compiler, on the anniversary of the removal of the Ark, which may in after-times have been commemorated by a special service. Hence it was easy to infer that it was the ode sung at the original service under David. The words "then" ('az) and "on that day" certainly seem to introduce the psalm. (Comp, their use,Exodus 15:1, andJudges 5:1. Comp. also2Chronicles 7:6.)

But the ambiguity of1Chronicles 16:7 may be taken along with other considerations to indicate that this ode does not constitute an original part of the Chronicles, but has been inserted by a later hand. For (1) the Psalm is clearly acento consisting of portions of three others extant in the Psalter, and so loosely patched together that the seams are quite visible; (2) the Psalter itself does not refer the three psalms in question to David; if, however, the editors of the Psalter had read in the Chronicles a clear assertion of Davidic authorship, they would hardly have left them anonymous; (3) all critics agree that it is not here expressly said that David composed this ode, and, in fact, its ideas and language betray a later origin than the Davidic age; and (4) it contains no specific allusion to the occasion for which it purports to have been written. If no record was preserved of the psalms actually sung at the festival, it was natural that some editor should attempt to supply the apparentlacuna from the Psalter. . . .