New International VersionThen we your people, the sheep of your pasture, will praise you forever; from generation to generation we will proclaim your praise.
New Living TranslationThen we your people, the sheep of your pasture, will thank you forever and ever, praising your greatness from generation to generation.
English Standard VersionBut we your people, the sheep of your pasture, will give thanks to you forever; from generation to generation we will recount your praise.
Berean Standard BibleThen we Your people, the sheep of Your pasture, will thank You forever; from generation to generation we will declare Your praise.
King James BibleSo we thy people and sheep of thy pasture will give thee thanks for ever: we will shew forth thy praise to all generations.
New King James VersionSo we, Your people and sheep of Your pasture, Will give You thanks forever; We will show forth Your praise to all generations.
New American Standard BibleSo we Your people and the sheep of Your pasture Will give thanks to You forever; To all generations we will tell of Your praise.
NASB 1995So we Your people and the sheep of Your pasture Will give thanks to You forever; To all generations we will tell of Your praise.
NASB 1977So we Thy people and the sheep of Thy pasture Will give thanks to Thee forever; To all generations we will tell of Thy praise.
Legacy Standard BibleBut as for us, as Your people and the sheep of Your pasture, We will give thanks to You forever; From generation to generation we will recount Your praise.
Amplified BibleSo we Your people, the sheep of Your pasture, Will give You thanks forever; We will declare and publish Your praise from generation to generation.
Christian Standard BibleThen we, your people, the sheep of your pasture, will thank you forever; we will declare your praise to generation after generation.
Holman Christian Standard BibleThen we, Your people, the sheep of Your pasture, will thank You forever; we will declare Your praise to generation after generation.
American Standard VersionSo we thy people and sheep of thy pasture Will give thee thanks for ever: We will show forth thy praise to all generations.
Contemporary English VersionThen we, your people, will always thank you. We are like sheep with you as our shepherd, and all generations will hear us praise you.
English Revised VersionSo we thy people and sheep of thy pasture will give thee thanks for ever: we will shew forth thy praise to all generations.
GOD'S WORD® TranslationThen we, your people, the flock in your pasture, will give thanks to you forever. We will praise you throughout every generation.
Good News TranslationThen we, your people, the sheep of your flock, will thank you forever and praise you for all time to come.
International Standard VersionThen we, your people, the sheep of your pasture, will praise you always, from generation to generation. We will declare your praise.
NET BibleThen we, your people, the sheep of your pasture, will continually thank you. We will tell coming generations of your praiseworthy acts.
New Heart English BibleSo we, your people and sheep of your pasture, will give you thanks forever. We will praise you forever, to all generations.
Webster's Bible TranslationSo we thy people and sheep of thy pasture will give thee thanks for ever: we will show forth thy praise to all generations. Majority Text Translations Majority Standard BibleThen we Your people, the sheep of Your pasture, will thank You forever; from generation to generation we will declare Your praise.
World English BibleSo we, your people and sheep of your pasture, will give you thanks forever. We will praise you forever, to all generations. Literal Translations Literal Standard VersionAnd we, Your people, and the flock of Your pasture, "" We give thanks to You for all time, "" We recount Your praise from generation to generation!
Young's Literal Translation And we, Thy people, and the flock of Thy pasture, We give thanks to Thee to the age, To all generations we recount Thy praise!
Smith's Literal TranslationAnd we are thy people and the sheep of thy pasture: we will confess to thee forever: to generation and generation we will recount thy praise. Catholic Translations Douay-Rheims BibleBut we thy people, and the sheep of thy pasture, will give thanks to thee for ever. We will shew forth thy praise, unto generation and generation.
Catholic Public Domain VersionBut we are your people and the sheep of your pasture: we will give thanks to you in all ages. From generation to generation, we will announce your praise.
New American Bible
Then we, your people, the sheep of your pasture, will give thanks to you forever; from generation to generation we will recount your praise.
New Revised Standard Version
Then we your people, the flock of your pasture, will give thanks to you forever; from generation to generation we will recount your praise.Translations from Aramaic Lamsa Bible
So we thy people and sheep of thy pasture will give thee thanks for ever; we will tell thy wonders to all generations.
Peshitta Holy Bible Translated
And we are your people and the sheep of your pasture; we will give thanks for eternity, and to a generation of generations we shall tell your wonders!OT Translations JPS Tanakh 1917
So we that are Thy people and the flock of Thy pasture Will give Thee thanks for ever; We will tell of Thy praise to all generations.
Brenton Septuagint Translation
For we are thy people and the sheep of thy pasture; we will give thee thanks for ever; we will declare thy praise throughout all generations.
Additional Translations ... Audio Bible
Context A Prayer for Deliverance… 12Pay back into the laps of our neighbors sevenfold the reproach they hurled at You, O Lord. 13Then weYour people,the sheepof Your pasture,will thankYouforever;from generationto generationwe will declareYour praise.
Cross References Psalm 100:3Know that the LORD is God. It is He who made us, and we are His; we are His people, and the sheep of His pasture.
Psalm 95:7For He is our God, and we are the people of His pasture, the sheep under His care. Today, if you hear His voice,
Psalm 23:1A Psalm of David. The LORD is my shepherd; I shall not want.
John 10:14-15I am the good shepherd. I know My sheep and My sheep know Me, / just as the Father knows Me and I know the Father. And I lay down My life for the sheep.
Ezekiel 34:30-31Then they will know that I, the LORD their God, am with them, and that they, the house of Israel, are My people,’ declares the Lord GOD. / ‘You are My flock, the sheep of My pasture, My people, and I am your God,’ declares the Lord GOD.”
Isaiah 40:11He tends His flock like a shepherd; He gathers the lambs in His arms and carries them close to His heart. He gently leads the nursing ewes.
John 10:27-28My sheep listen to My voice; I know them, and they follow Me. / I give them eternal life, and they will never perish. No one can snatch them out of My hand.
Psalm 74:1A Maskil of Asaph. Why have You rejected us forever, O God? Why does Your anger smolder against the sheep of Your pasture?
1 Peter 2:25For “you were like sheep going astray,” but now you have returned to the Shepherd and Overseer of your souls.
Psalm 95:6-7O come, let us worship and bow down; let us kneel before the LORD our Maker. / For He is our God, and we are the people of His pasture, the sheep under His care. Today, if you hear His voice,
John 21:15-17When they had finished eating, Jesus asked Simon Peter, “Simon son of John, do you love Me more than these?” “Yes, Lord,” he answered, “You know I love You.” Jesus replied, “Feed My lambs.” / Jesus asked a second time, “Simon son of John, do you love Me?” “Yes, Lord,” he answered, “You know I love You.” Jesus told him, “Shepherd My sheep.” / Jesus asked a third time, “Simon son of John, do you love Me?” Peter was deeply hurt that Jesus had asked him a third time, “Do you love Me?” “Lord, You know all things,” he replied. “You know I love You.” Jesus said to him, “Feed My sheep.
Psalm 44:22Yet for Your sake we face death all day long; we are considered as sheep to be slaughtered.
Matthew 25:32-33All the nations will be gathered before Him, and He will separate the people one from another, as a shepherd separates the sheep from the goats. / He will place the sheep on His right and the goats on His left.
Jeremiah 23:3Then I Myself will gather the remnant of My flock from all the lands to which I have banished them, and I will return them to their pasture, where they will be fruitful and multiply.
Hebrews 13:20-21Now may the God of peace, who through the blood of the eternal covenant brought back from the dead our Lord Jesus, that great Shepherd of the sheep, / equip you with every good thing to do His will. And may He accomplish in us what is pleasing in His sight through Jesus Christ, to whom be glory forever and ever. Amen.
Treasury of Scripture So we your people and sheep of your pasture will give you thanks for ever: we will show forth your praise to all generations. thy people Psalm 74:1 Maschil of Asaph. O God, why hast thou castus off for ever?why doth thine anger smoke against the sheep of thy pasture? Psalm 95:7 For heis our God; and weare the people of his pasture, and the sheep of his hand. To day if ye will hear his voice, Psalm 100:3 Know ye that the LORD heis God:it is hethat hath made us, and not we ourselves;we are his people, and the sheep of his pasture. we will Psalm 45:17 I will make thy name to be remembered in all generations: therefore shall the people praise thee for ever and ever. Psalm 74:18,22 Remember this,that the enemy hath reproached, O LORD, andthat the foolish people have blasphemed thy name… Psalm 145:4 One generation shall praise thy works to another, and shall declare thy mighty acts. all generations. Jump to Previous AsaphChiefEduthFlockForeverForthGenerationGenerationsGloryMusicianPasturePraisePraisingPsalmRecountSheepShewShoshanimShowThanksJump to Next AsaphChiefEduthFlockForeverForthGenerationGenerationsGloryMusicianPasturePraisePraisingPsalmRecountSheepShewShoshanimShowThanksPsalm 79 1.The psalmist complains of the desolation of Jerusalem8.He prays for deliverance13.and promises thankfulnessThen we Your people, the sheep of Your pastureThis phrase identifies the Israelites as God's chosen people, a recurring theme throughout the Old Testament. The metaphor of sheep and shepherd is prevalent in biblical literature, symbolizing guidance, care, and protection. In ancient Near Eastern culture, shepherds were responsible for the well-being of their flock, reflecting God's role as a protector and provider. This imagery is echoed in Psalm 23 and John 10:11, where Jesus is described as the Good Shepherd, indicating a typology of Christ as the ultimate shepherd of His people. will thank You forever
The expression of eternal gratitude signifies a deep, enduring relationship with God. In the historical context, this gratitude often followed deliverance or provision, such as the Exodus from Egypt. The concept of eternal thanksgiving is also seen inRevelation 7:12, where the heavenly hosts continually praise God. This reflects the belief in an everlasting covenant between God and His people, emphasizing the importance of gratitude as a perpetual response to God's faithfulness. from generation to generation
This phrase underscores the importance of passing down faith and testimony through successive generations. InDeuteronomy 6:6-7, the Israelites are commanded to teach God's commandments to their children, ensuring the continuity of faith. This cultural practice of oral tradition was vital in maintaining the identity and beliefs of the community. It also points to the prophetic vision of a future where all generations will acknowledge and worship God, as seen inIsaiah 59:21. we will declare Your praise
Declaring God's praise is an act of worship and testimony, central to the life of the believer. In the historical context, this declaration often took place in communal settings, such as the temple, where the community gathered for worship. The act of declaring praise is not only a response to God's actions but also a proclamation of His character and deeds to others. This is mirrored in the New Testament, where believers are called to proclaim the excellencies of God (1 Peter 2:9), highlighting the continuity of this practice in both Jewish and Christian traditions. Persons / Places / Events 1. AsaphThe author of Psalm 79, Asaph was a prominent Levite singer and seer in David's court, known for his role in temple worship and his contributions to the Psalms. 2. IsraelitesReferred to as "Your people" in the verse, the Israelites are God's chosen people, often depicted as sheep under God's care. 3. Sheep of Your PastureThis metaphor represents the Israelites as dependent on God for guidance, protection, and sustenance, emphasizing their relationship with Him as their Shepherd. 4. GenerationsThe verse speaks to the continuity of faith and worship, highlighting the importance of passing down the knowledge and praise of God through successive generations. 5. JerusalemWhile not directly mentioned in this verse, the context of Psalm 79 involves the destruction of Jerusalem, which is the backdrop for the lament and plea for restoration. Teaching Points God as Our ShepherdRecognize and embrace the role of God as our Shepherd, who provides, guides, and protects us in all circumstances. Perpetual GratitudeCultivate a heart of gratitude that extends beyond immediate circumstances, committing to thank God forever. Generational FaithfulnessEmphasize the importance of passing down faith and the accounts of God's faithfulness to future generations. Praise as a TestimonyUnderstand that our praise is not only an act of worship but also a testimony to others of God's goodness and faithfulness. Community IdentityAcknowledge our identity as part of God's people, which calls us to live in unity and purpose as His flock. Lists and Questions Top 10 Lessons from Psalm 79
Why does Psalm 79 place sole blame on invading nations without acknowledging Israel's own possible role in its downfall?
Why leave the ninety-nine sheep?
Why leave the ninety-nine sheep?
Is there archaeological evidence confirming the large-scale desecration described in Psalm 79:1-3?(13) "The last word of the psalm is Tehillah;the one crowning privilege of God's people; the exulting and triumphant confidence in God, which only His chosen can entertain and express. It is here placed in splendid contrast with the reproach of the heathen, and of the malicious neighbours mentioned in the preceding verse. Let them curse so long as thou dost bless(Burgess, Notes on the Hebrew Psalms) .Verse 13. - So we thy people and sheep of thy pasture (see Psalm 74:1; and comp. Psalm 78:52). Will give thee thanks forever. When thou hast punished our enemies, and delivered us, we will give thee thanks perpetually, and show forth thy praise to all generations. An instance of identical parallelism.
Parallel Commentaries ...
Hebrew Then weוַאֲנַ֤חְנוּ(wa·’ă·naḥ·nū)Conjunctive waw | Pronoun - first person common plural
Strong's 587:WeYour people,עַמְּךָ֨ ׀(‘am·mə·ḵā)Noun - masculine singular construct | second person masculine singular
Strong's 5971:A people, a tribe, troops, attendants, a flockthe sheepוְצֹ֥אן(wə·ṣōn)Conjunctive waw | Noun - common singular construct
Strong's 6629:Small cattle, sheep and goats, flockof Your pasture,מַרְעִיתֶךָ֮(mar·‘î·ṯe·ḵā)Noun - feminine singular construct | second person masculine singular
Strong's 4830:A pasturing, shepherding, pasturagewill thankנ֤וֹדֶ֥ה(nō·w·ḏeh)Verb - Hifil - Imperfect - first person common plural
Strong's 3034:To throw, at, away, to revere, worship, to bemoanYouלְּךָ֗(lə·ḵā)Preposition | second person masculine singular
Strong's Hebrewforever;לְע֫וֹלָ֥ם(lə·‘ō·w·lām)Preposition-l | Noun - masculine singular
Strong's 5769:Concealed, eternity, frequentatively, alwaysfrom generationלְדֹ֥ר(lə·ḏōr)Preposition-l | Noun - masculine singular
Strong's 1755:A revolution of time, an age, generation, a dwellingto generation,וָדֹ֑ר(wā·ḏōr)Conjunctive waw | Noun - masculine singular
Strong's 1755:A revolution of time, an age, generation, a dwellingwe will declareנְ֝סַפֵּ֗ר(nə·sap·pêr)Verb - Piel - Imperfect - first person common plural
Strong's 5608:To count, recount, relateYour praise.תְּהִלָּתֶֽךָ׃(tə·hil·lā·ṯe·ḵā)Noun - feminine singular construct | second person masculine singular
Strong's 8416:Praise, song of praise
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