Sing forth the honour of his name: make his praise glorious.

PSALMS 66:2KJV
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Psalms 66:2 (KJV)

What does Psalms 66:2 mean?

Psalms 66:2 calls people to sing out in celebration of God's name, giving Him honor and making His praise something beautiful and impressive. The verse encourages worship that highlights the greatness and glory of God, not just in words but in the way praise is offered.

The psalm is written by someone leading a group in worship, inviting everyone to join in honoring God together. The focus is on making God's reputation shine by praising Him in a way that is fitting for His greatness. This verse fits into a larger psalm that celebrates God's mighty works and calls all people to recognize and respond to His power.

The Hebrew behind Psalms 66:2

  • "Forth" (זָמַר, zamar): This word often means to sing or make music, especially with instruments. The call is not just to speak but to sing out, showing joy and energy in worship.
  • "Honour" (כָּבוֹד, kavod): This word means "weight" or "glory," pointing to something impressive or worthy of respect. Praising God's name is about recognizing how important and majestic He is.
  • "Glorious" (כָּבוֹד, kavod): The same word as "honour," used again to stress that praise should reflect God's true greatness, not be casual or half-hearted.

Why Psalms 66:2 matters

  • Psalms 66:2 reminds readers that worship is meant to be expressive and wholehearted, not just routine or quiet.
  • The verse highlights that God's "name" stands for His reputation and character, so honoring His name means showing respect for who He truly is.
  • By repeating the idea of "honour" and "glory," the verse connects individual praise to the larger theme of the psalm: inviting all people to see and celebrate God's mighty acts.

Where else these words appear

“forth” Hebrew H2167 · used in 41 verses

  • Judges 5:3 Hear, O ye kings; give ear, O ye princes; I, even I, will sing unto the LORD; I will sing praise to the LORD God of Israel.
  • Psalms 47:7 For God is the King of all the earth: sing ye praises with understanding.
  • Psalms 98:5 Sing unto the LORD with the harp; with the harp, and the voice of a psalm.

“praise” Hebrew H8416 · used in 57 verses

  • Exodus 15:11 Who is like unto thee, O LORD, among the gods? who is like thee, glorious in holiness, fearful in praises, doing wonders?
  • Psalms 71:6 By thee have I been holden up from the womb: thou art he that took me out of my mother's bowels: my praise shall be continually of thee.
  • Isaiah 42:10 Sing unto the LORD a new song, and his praise from the end of the earth, ye that go down to the sea, and all that is therein; the isles, and the inhabitants thereof.