Psalm 149 Meaning Explained

A call for a new song in the assembly, linking worship and warfare. The faithful are to praise with dancing and melody, for the LORD 'adorns the humble with salvation.' The paradox: 'Let the high praises of God be in their throats and two-edged swords in their hands.' This is to execute judgment written against nations. It is the honor for all His godly ones.

A clear explanation of Psalm 149, emphasizing joyful praise, God’s favor, and His justice

Psalms Chapter 149 | KJV

1. Praise ye the LORD. Sing unto the LORD a new song, and his praise in the congregation of saints.
2. Let Israel rejoice in him that made him: let the children of Zion be joyful in their King.
3. Let them praise his name in the dance: let them sing praises unto him with the timbrel and harp.
4. For the LORD taketh pleasure in his people: he will beautify the meek with salvation.
5. Let the saints be joyful in glory: let them sing aloud upon their beds.
6. Let the high praises of God be in their mouth, and a twoedged sword in their hand;
7. To execute vengeance upon the heathen, and punishments upon the people;
8. To bind their kings with chains, and their nobles with fetters of iron;
9. To execute upon them the judgment written: this honour have all his saints. Praise ye the LORD.

Historical Context

Psalm 149, a Song of Praise, celebrates Israel’s joy, God’s favor, and His righteous judgment over the nations.