Psalm 100:1
New International Version
A psalm. For giving grateful praise. Shout for joy to the LORD, all the earth.

New Living Translation
Shout with joy to the LORD, all the earth!

English Standard Version
Make a joyful noise to the LORD, all the earth!

Berean Standard Bible
A Psalm of thanksgiving. Make a joyful noise to the LORD, all the earth.

Berean Literal Bible
A Psalm of thanksgiving. Shout to YHWH, all the earth.

King James Bible
A Psalm of praise. Make a joyful noise unto the LORD, all ye lands.

New King James Version
A Psalm of Thanksgiving. Make a joyful shout to the LORD, all you lands!

New American Standard Bible
A Psalm for Thanksgiving. Shout joyfully to the LORD, all the earth.

NASB 1995
A Psalm for Thanksgiving. Shout joyfully to the LORD, all the earth.

NASB 1977
Shout joyfully to the LORD, all the earth.

Legacy Standard Bible
A Psalm of Thanksgiving. Make a loud shout to Yahweh, all the earth.

Amplified Bible
A Psalm of Thanksgiving. Shout joyfully to the LORD, all the earth.

Berean Annotated Bible
A Psalm of thanksgiving. Make a joyful noise to the LORD {YHWH}, all the earth.

Christian Standard Bible
A psalm of thanksgiving. Let the whole earth shout triumphantly to the LORD!

Holman Christian Standard Bible
A psalm of thanksgiving. Shout triumphantly to the LORD, all the earth.

American Standard Version
A Psalm of thanksgiving. Make a joyful noise unto Jehovah, all ye lands.

Contemporary English Version
Shout praises to the LORD, everyone on this earth.

English Revised Version
A Psalm of thanksgiving. Make a joyful noise unto the LORD, all ye lands.

GOD'S WORD® Translation
[A psalm of thanksgiving.] Shout happily to the LORD, all the earth.

Good News Translation
Sing to the LORD, all the world!

International Standard Version
Shout to the LORD all the earth!

NET Bible
A thanksgiving psalm. Shout out praises to the LORD, all the earth!

New Heart English Bible
[A Psalm of thanksgiving.] Shout for joy to the LORD, all you lands.

Webster's Bible Translation
A Psalm of praise. Make a joyful noise to the LORD, all ye lands.
Majority Text Translations
Majority Standard Bible
A Psalm of thanksgiving. Make a joyful noise to the LORD, all the earth.

World English Bible
A Psalm of thanksgiving. Shout for joy to Yahweh, all you lands!
Literal Translations
Literal Standard Version
A PSALM OF THANKSGIVING. Shout to YHWH, all the earth!

Berean Literal Bible
A Psalm of thanksgiving. Shout to YHWH, all the earth.

Young's Literal Translation
A Psalm of Thanksgiving. Shout to Jehovah, all the earth.

Smith's Literal Translation
Chanting for praise. Shout ye to Jehovah, all the earth.
Catholic Translations
Douay-Rheims Bible
A psalm of praise.

Catholic Public Domain Version
A Psalm of Confession.

New American Bible
A psalm of thanksgiving. Shout joyfully to the LORD, all you lands;

New Revised Standard Version
Make a joyful noise to the LORD, all the earth.
Translations from Aramaic
Lamsa Bible
MAKE a joyful noise to the LORD, all you lands.

Peshitta Holy Bible Translated
Praise LORD JEHOVAH all the Earth!
OT Translations
JPS Tanakh 1917
A Psalm of thanksgiving. Shout unto the LORD, all the earth.

Brenton Septuagint Translation
A Psalm for Thanksgiving. Make a joyful noise to the Lord, all the earth.

Additional Translations ...



Context
Shout for Joy to the LORD, All You Lands
1A Psalm of thanksgiving. Make a joyful noise to the LORD, all the earth. 2Serve the LORD with gladness; come into His presence with joyful songs.…

Cross References
A Psalm of thanksgiving.

Psalm 50:14
Sacrifice a thank offering to God, and fulfill your vows to the Most High.

Psalm 69:30
I will praise God’s name in song and exalt Him with thanksgiving.

Psalm 107:1
Give thanks to the LORD, for He is good; His loving devotion endures forever.
Make a joyful noise to the LORD,

Psalm 95:1
Come, let us sing for joy to the LORD; let us shout to the Rock of our salvation!

Psalm 81:1
For the choirmaster. According to Gittith. Of Asaph. Sing for joy to God our strength; make a joyful noise to the God of Jacob.

Psalm 66:1
For the choirmaster. A song. A Psalm. Make a joyful noise to God, all the earth!
all the earth.

Psalm 98:4
Make a joyful noise to the LORD, all the earth; break forth—let your cry ring out, and sing praises!

Psalm 96:1
Sing to the LORD a new song; sing to the LORD, all the earth.

Psalm 66:4
All the earth bows down to You; they sing praise to You; they sing praise to Your name.” Selah
Isaiah 12:5-6
Sing to the LORD, for He has done glorious things. Let this be known in all the earth. / Cry out and sing, O citizen of Zion, for great among you is the Holy One of Israel.”

Isaiah 42:10-12
Sing to the LORD a new song—His praise from the ends of the earth—you who go down to the sea, and all that is in it, you islands, and all who dwell in them. / Let the desert and its cities raise their voices; let the villages of Kedar cry aloud. Let the people of Sela sing for joy; let them cry out from the mountaintops. / Let them give glory to the LORD and declare His praise in the islands.

1 Chronicles 16:23-24
Sing to the LORD, all the earth. Proclaim His salvation day after day. / Declare His glory among the nations, His wonders among all peoples.

2 Chronicles 20:19
And the Levites from the Kohathites and Korahites stood up to praise the LORD, the God of Israel, shouting in a very loud voice.

Psalm 47:1
For the choirmaster. A Psalm of the sons of Korah. Clap your hands, all you peoples; shout unto God with a voice of triumph.

Psalm 150:1-6
Hallelujah! Praise God in His sanctuary. Praise Him in His mighty heavens. / Praise Him for His mighty acts; praise Him for His excellent greatness. / Praise Him with the sound of the horn; praise Him with the harp and lyre. …

Zephaniah 3:14
Sing for joy, O Daughter of Zion; shout aloud, O Israel! Be glad and rejoice with all your heart, O Daughter of Jerusalem!


Treasury of Scripture

Make a joyful noise to the LORD, all you lands.

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Psalm 32:11
Be glad in the LORD, and rejoice, ye righteous: and shout for joy, all ye that are upright in heart.

Psalm 47:1,5
To the chief Musician, A Psalm for the sons of Korah. O clap your hands, all ye people; shout unto God with the voice of triumph…

Psalm 66:1,4
To the chief Musician, A Song or Psalm. Make a joyful noise unto God, all ye lands: …

all ye lands.

Psalm 67:4
O let the nations be glad and sing for joy: for thou shalt judge the people righteously, and govern the nations upon earth. Selah.

Psalm 68:32
Sing unto God, ye kingdoms of the earth; O sing praises unto the Lord; Selah:

Psalm 117:1
O praise the LORD, all ye nations: praise him, all ye people.

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Psalm 100
1. An exhortation to praise God, cheerfully
3. For his greatness
4. And for his power












A Psalm of thanksgiving.

Israel used psalms of thanksgiving to acknowledge God’s faithful provision and saving help. This song calls worshipers to respond publicly to the Lord’s goodness.

Psa 50:14 Sacrifice a thank offering to God, and fulfill your vows…
Psa 69:30 I will praise God’s name in song and exalt Him…
Psa 107:1 Give thanks to the LORD, for He is good;…

Make a joyful noise to the LORD,

Worship is marked by glad, open praise rather than mere ritual. The Lord is worthy of celebration because He alone is God and ruler over His people.

Psa 95:1 Come, let us sing for joy to the LORD; let us shout…
Psa 81:1 For the choirmaster. According to Gittith. Of Asaph.…
Psa 66:1 For the choirmaster. A song. A Psalm. Make a joyful noise…

all the earth.

The summons reaches beyond Israel to every nation. God’s authority extends over all peoples, and all creation is accountable to honor Him.

Psa 98:4 Make a joyful noise to the LORD, all the earth;…
Psa 96:1 Sing to the LORD a new song; sing to the LORD…
Psa 66:4 All the earth bows down to You; they sing praise to You;…

Persons / Places / Events
1. The LORD (Yahweh)
The central figure in this verse, Yahweh is the covenant name of God, emphasizing His eternal presence and faithfulness to His people.

2. All the Earth
This phrase indicates the universal call to worship, inviting every nation and people to participate in the praise of God.

3. Psalmist
The author of the psalm, traditionally attributed to King David, who composed many psalms as expressions of worship and devotion to God.
Teaching Points
Universal Call to Worship
The call to make a joyful noise is not limited to Israel but extends to all the earth, highlighting God's sovereignty over all creation.

Joyful Worship
Worship should be characterized by joy and enthusiasm, reflecting the goodness and greatness of God.

Active Participation
The phrase "make a joyful noise" implies active engagement in worship, encouraging believers to express their praise audibly and energetically.

Inclusivity in Worship
The invitation to all the earth underscores the inclusivity of God's call, reminding us that worship transcends cultural and national boundaries.

Response to God's Faithfulness
Our joyful noise is a response to God's enduring faithfulness and love, as seen throughout the psalms and the broader biblical account.
Bible Study Questions and Answers
1. What is the meaning of Psalm 100:1?

2. How can we "make a joyful noise" in our daily worship practices?

3. What does "all the earth" imply about the scope of worship?

4. How does Psalm 100:1 connect with New Testament teachings on worship?

5. Why is joy important in our relationship with God according to Psalm 100:1?

6. How can you incorporate joyful worship into your family or community gatherings?

7. What does "Make a joyful noise to the LORD" in Psalm 100:1 mean for worship today?

8. How does Psalm 100:1 reflect the historical context of ancient Israelite worship practices?

9. Why is joy emphasized in Psalm 100:1, and how does it relate to faith?

10. What are the top 10 Lessons from Psalm 100?


(1) Make a joyful noise.--See Psalm 98:4.

All ye lands.--Or, all the earth.

Verse 1. - Make a joyful noise unto the Lord (comp. Psalm 95:1, 2, and the comment ad loc.). All ye lands; literally, all the earth.

Psalm 100:1 calls every person, everywhere, to burst into thankful, joyful praise directed to the covenant God. Gratitude shapes the heart, joy fills the expression, the LORD remains the focus, and the invitation is global. The verse reminds us that worship is both a privilege and a responsibility for all creation.

Parallel Commentaries ...


Hebrew
A Psalm
מִזְמ֥וֹר (miz·mō·wr)
Noun - masculine singular
Strong's 4210: Instrumental music, a poem set to notes

of thanksgiving.
לְתוֹדָ֑ה (lə·ṯō·w·ḏāh)
Preposition-l | Noun - feminine singular
Strong's 8426: An extension of the hand, avowal, adoration, a choir of worshippers

Make a joyful noise
הָרִ֥יעוּ (hā·rî·‘ū)
Verb - Hifil - Imperative - masculine plural
Strong's 7321: To mar, to split the ears, shout

to the LORD,
לַ֝יהוָ֗ה (Yah·weh)
Preposition-l | Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 3068: LORD -- the proper name of the God of Israel

all
כָּל־ (kāl-)
Noun - masculine singular construct
Strong's 3605: The whole, all, any, every

the earth.
הָאָֽרֶץ׃ (hā·’ā·reṣ)
Article | Noun - feminine singular
Strong's 776: Earth, land


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OT Poetry: Psalm 100:1 A Psalm of thanksgiving (Psalm Ps Psa.)

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