New International Version Ascribe to the LORD the glory due his name; bring an offering and come into his courts. New Living Translation Give to the LORD the glory he deserves! Bring your offering and come into his courts. English Standard Version Ascribe to the LORD the glory due his name; bring an offering, and come into his courts! Berean Standard Bible Ascribe to the LORD the glory due His name; bring an offering and enter His courts. Berean Literal Bible Give to YHWH the glory due His name; lift up an offering and come into His courts! King James Bible Give unto the LORD the glory due unto his name: bring an offering, and come into his courts. New King James Version Give to the LORD the glory due His name; Bring an offering, and come into His courts. New American Standard Bible Ascribe to the LORD the glory of His name; Bring an offering and come into His courtyards. NASB 1995 Ascribe to the LORD the glory of His name; Bring an offering and come into His courts. NASB 1977 Ascribe to the LORD the glory of His name; Bring an offering, and come into His courts. Legacy Standard Bible Ascribe to Yahweh the glory of His name; Lift up an offering and come into His courts. Amplified Bible Ascribe to the LORD the glory of His name; Bring an offering and come into His courts. Berean Annotated Bible Ascribe to the LORD {YHWH} the glory due His name; bring an offering and enter His courts. Christian Standard Bible Ascribe to the LORD the glory of his name; bring an offering and enter his courts. Holman Christian Standard Bible Ascribe to Yahweh the glory of His name; bring an offering and enter His courts. American Standard Version Ascribe unto Jehovah the glory due unto his name: Bring an offering, and come into his courts. Contemporary English Version He is wonderful! Praise him and bring an offering into his temple. English Revised Version Give unto the LORD the glory due unto his name: bring an offering, and come into his courts. GOD'S WORD® Translation Give to the LORD the glory he deserves. Bring an offering, and come into his courtyards. Good News Translation Praise the LORD's glorious name; bring an offering and come into his Temple. International Standard Version Ascribe to the LORD the glory due his name, bring an offering and enter his courts! NET Bible Ascribe to the LORD the splendor he deserves! Bring an offering and enter his courts! New Heart English Bible Ascribe to the LORD the glory due to his name. Bring an offering, and come into his courts. Webster's Bible Translation Give to the LORD the glory due to his name: bring an offering, and come into his courts. Majority Text Translations Majority Standard BibleAscribe to the LORD the glory due His name; bring an offering and enter His courts. World English Bible Ascribe to Yahweh the glory due to his name. Bring an offering, and come into his courts. Literal Translations Literal Standard VersionAscribe to YHWH the glory of His Name, "" Lift up a present and come into His courts. Berean Literal Bible Give to YHWH the glory due His name; lift up an offering and come into His courts! Young's Literal Translation Ascribe to Jehovah the honour of His name, Lift up a present and come in to His courts. Smith's Literal Translation Give to Jehovah the glory of his name: lift ye up a gift and come to his enclosures. Catholic Translations Douay-Rheims Biblebring to the Lord glory unto his name. Bring up sacrifices, and come into his courts: Catholic Public Domain Version New American Bible give to the LORD the glory due his name! Bring gifts and enter his courts; New Revised Standard Version Ascribe to the LORD the glory due his name; bring an offering, and come into his courts. Translations from Aramaic Lamsa BibleGive to the LORD the glory due to his name; bring an offering and come into his courts. Peshitta Holy Bible Translated Give LORD JEHOVAH the honor due to his Name. Take offerings and enter his courts. OT Translations JPS Tanakh 1917Ascribe unto the LORD the glory due unto His name; Bring an offering, and come into His courts. Brenton Septuagint Translation Bring to the Lord the glory becoming his name: take offerings, and go into his courts. Additional Translations ... Audio Bible (Voice ▾ Musical ▾) Context Sing to the LORD, All the Earth…7Ascribe to the LORD, O families of the nations, ascribe to the LORD glory and strength. 8Ascribe to the LORD the glory due His name; bring an offering and enter His courts. 9Worship the LORD in the splendor of His holiness; tremble before Him, all the earth.… Cross References Ascribe to the LORD the glory due His name; Psalm 29:2 Ascribe to the LORD the glory due His name; worship the LORD in the splendor of His holiness. 1 Chronicles 16:29 Ascribe to the LORD the glory due His name; bring an offering and come before Him. Worship the LORD in the splendor of His holiness; Psalm 66:2 Sing the glory of His name; make His praise glorious. bring an offering Leviticus 1:2 “Speak to the Israelites and tell them: When any of you brings an offering to the LORD, you may bring as your offering an animal from the herd or the flock. 2 Chronicles 29:31 Then Hezekiah said, “Now that you have consecrated yourselves to the LORD, come near and bring sacrifices and thank offerings to the house of the LORD.” So the assembly brought sacrifices and thank offerings, and all whose hearts were willing brought burnt offerings. Exodus 23:15 You are to keep the Feast of Unleavened Bread as I commanded you: At the appointed time in the month of Abib you are to eat unleavened bread for seven days, because that was the month you came out of Egypt. No one may appear before Me empty-handed. and enter His courts. Psalm 100:4 Enter His gates with thanksgiving and His courts with praise; give thanks to Him and bless His name. Psalm 92:13 Planted in the house of the LORD, they will flourish in the courts of our God. Psalm 84:2 My soul longs, even faints, for the courts of the LORD; my heart and my flesh cry out for the living God. 1 Chronicles 16:28-29 Ascribe to the LORD, O families of the nations, ascribe to the LORD glory and strength. / Ascribe to the LORD the glory due His name; bring an offering and come before Him. Worship the LORD in the splendor of His holiness; Isaiah 42:12 Let them give glory to the LORD and declare His praise in the islands. Revelation 4:11 “Worthy are You, our Lord and God, to receive glory and honor and power, for You created all things; by Your will they exist and were created.” Revelation 5:12-13 In a loud voice they were saying: “Worthy is the Lamb who was slain, to receive power and riches and wisdom and strength and honor and glory and blessing!” / And I heard every creature in heaven and on earth and under the earth and in the sea, and all that is in them, saying: “To Him who sits on the throne and to the Lamb be praise and honor and glory and power forever and ever!” 1 Corinthians 10:31 So whether you eat or drink or whatever you do, do it all to the glory of God. Romans 11:36 For from Him and through Him and to Him are all things. To Him be the glory forever! Amen. Matthew 5:16 In the same way, let your light shine before men, that they may see your good deeds and glorify your Father in heaven. Treasury of Scripture Give to the LORD the glory due to his name: bring an offering, and come into his courts. the glory Psalm 108:3-5 I will praise thee, O LORD, among the people: and I will sing praises unto thee among the nations… Psalm 111:9 He sent redemption unto his people: he hath commanded his covenant for ever: holy and reverend is his name. Psalm 148:13,14 Let them praise the name of the LORD: for his name alone is excellent; his glory is above the earth and heaven… due unto. Isaiah 60:6,7 The multitude of camels shall cover thee, the dromedaries of Midian and Ephah; all they from Sheba shall come: they shall bring gold and incense; and they shall shew forth the praises of the LORD… Malachi 1:11 For from the rising of the sun even unto the going down of the same my name shall be great among the Gentiles; and in every place incense shall be offered unto my name, and a pure offering: for my name shall be great among the heathen, saith the LORD of hosts. Romans 12:1 I beseech you therefore, brethren, by the mercies of God, that ye present your bodies a living sacrifice, holy, acceptable unto God, which is your reasonable service. come Psalm 100:4 Enter into his gates with thanksgiving, and into his courts with praise: be thankful unto him, and bless his name. Jump to Previous Ascribe Courts Due Glory Honour House Lift Oblation Offering PresentJump to Next Ascribe Courts Due Glory Honour House Lift Oblation Offering PresentPsalm 96 1. An exhortation to praise God4. for his greatness 8. for his kingdom 11. for his general judgment Ascribe to the LORD the glory due His name; Israel’s worship begins with the acknowledgment that the LORD alone possesses supreme honor because of who He is and all He has done. He revealed His holy name and character to Moses as merciful, gracious, righteous, and faithful (Exodus 34:5–7). His glory is not bestowed by human praise but rightly recognized by it. The call rejects every rival claim to worship and fulfills the command to have no other gods before Him (Exodus 20:3). Jesus likewise taught His disciples to begin prayer with reverence for the Father’s name: “Hallowed be Your name” (Matthew 6:9). Psa 29:2 Ascribe to the LORD the glory due His name; worship the LORD… bring an offering Worship in Israel included tangible gifts presented before the LORD in thanksgiving, consecration, and acknowledgment of sin and forgiveness. The offerings prescribed in Leviticus 1–7 testified that all provision belonged to God and that access to Him required atonement. Sacrifices could not replace a faithful heart, but they gave God’s people an appointed way to approach Him. They ultimately pointed to Jesus Christ, whose sacrifice fulfilled the sacrificial system and secured forgiveness for all who trust in Him (John 1:29; Hebrews 10:11–14). Lev 1:2 “Speak to the Israelites and tell them: When any of you”… and enter His courts. The temple courts in Jerusalem were the appointed place where Israel gathered before God’s dwelling place, bringing sacrifice and praise. Approaching the courts required humility, gratitude, and reverence for the holy God who had chosen to dwell among His covenant people. Psalm 100 joins thanksgiving and praise with entry into God’s gates and courts. Through Christ, believers now draw near to God with confidence, having been made His dwelling by the Holy Spirit (Hebrews 10:19–22; 1 Corinthians 6:19). The worship of the nations envisioned in Psalm 96 will reach its fullness when the redeemed stand before God’s throne and glorify Him forever (Revelation 7:9–10). Psa 100:4 Enter His gates with thanksgiving and His courts with praise… Persons / Places / Events 1. The LORD (Yahweh)The central figure in this verse, representing the God of Israel, who is worthy of glory and worship. 2. His Courts Refers to the temple courts, a place of worship and offering in ancient Israel, symbolizing the presence of God. 3. The Psalmist The author of the psalm, traditionally attributed to David, who calls the people to worship and honor God. Teaching Points Ascribing Glory to GodRecognize that giving glory to God is an acknowledgment of His supreme worth and majesty. Reflect on how your daily actions and words can ascribe glory to God. Bringing Offerings Understand offerings as both physical and spiritual acts of worship. Consider what personal sacrifices or offerings you can bring to God today. Entering His Courts Appreciate the privilege of entering God's presence through worship and prayer. Cultivate a heart of reverence and gratitude when approaching God in worship. The Name of the LORD Explore the significance of God's name, which represents His character and deeds. Ensure that your life reflects the holiness and glory of God's name. Bible Study Questions and Answers 1. What is the meaning of Psalm 96:8?2. How can we "ascribe to the LORD the glory" in our daily lives? 3. What does "bring an offering" mean in the context of Psalm 96:8? 4. How does Psalm 96:8 connect with worship practices in the New Testament? 5. Why is giving God glory essential to our relationship with Him? 6. How can you incorporate Psalm 96:8 into your personal worship routine? 7. What does "Ascribe to the LORD the glory due His name" mean in Psalm 96:8? 8. How does Psalm 96:8 challenge our understanding of worship? 9. Why is giving glory to God emphasized in Psalm 96:8? 10. What are the top 10 Lessons from Psalm 96? What Does Psalm 96:8 Mean Ascribe to the LORDTo “ascribe” is to consciously recognize and declare who God is. Psalm 29:1–2 repeats the same invitation: “Ascribe to the LORD, O mighty ones, ascribe to the LORD glory and strength”. Deuteronomy 32:3 models it: “For I will proclaim the name of the LORD; ascribe greatness to our God!”. • The verse calls every reader—whatever his or her background—to join the chorus of heaven acknowledging God’s supremacy (Revelation 4:11). • This is not a suggestion but a summons: God’s identity is fixed; our role is to affirm it aloud. the glory due His name Only God’s name warrants unqualified glory because His character is flawless (Isaiah 42:8). Psalm 115:1 reminds us, “Not to us, O LORD, not to us, but to Your name be the glory, because of Your loving devotion and faithfulness”. • “Due” underscores obligation; withholding glory is robbery (Malachi 1:6). • Recognizing His glory guards against idols by centering attention on the One who alone is worthy (Revelation 14:7). bring an offering Worship is not merely verbal; it costs something. In the temple era this meant animals or grain (Leviticus 1–3). Today, believers still give: • Material gifts (1 Corinthians 16:2) • Lives surrendered to God—“present your bodies as a living sacrifice” (Romans 12:1) • Thanksgiving and praise (Hebrews 13:15) Malachi 1:7–8 warns that careless offerings dishonor God; Psalm 51:17 shows that a contrite heart is always acceptable. and enter His courts The invitation is to draw near. Psalm 100:4 says, “Enter His gates with thanksgiving and His courts with praise; give thanks to Him and bless His name”. Under the new covenant, Christ’s blood gives “confidence to enter the Most Holy Place” (Hebrews 10:19). • God’s presence is the ultimate destination of worship. • Corporate gathering matters: “I will give You thanks in the great assembly” (Psalm 35:18). • Holiness is expected in His courts (Psalm 96:9). summary Psalm 96:8 urges God’s people to acknowledge His unrivaled greatness, honor Him with tangible and heartfelt offerings, and step boldly into His presence. True worship joins lips that proclaim, hands that give, and hearts that draw near, all centered on the glory that belongs to the LORD alone. (8) Offering.—The minchah, or sacrifice of fine flour.Verse 8. - Give unto the Lord the glory due unto his Name; literally, the glory of his Name. Bring an. offering, and come into his courts. The parallel expression in 1 Chronicles 16:29 is, "Come before him." "Courts" would be inappropriate until the temple was built. (For the bringing of "an offering" (minchah) by the Gentiles, see Malachi 1:11.)Parallel Commentaries ... Hebrew Ascribeהָב֣וּ (hā·ḇū) Verb - Qal - Imperative - masculine plural Strong's 3051: To give, to put, imperatively, come to the LORD לַ֭יהוָה (Yah·weh) Preposition-l | Noun - proper - masculine singular Strong's 3068: LORD -- the proper name of the God of Israel the glory כְּב֣וֹד (kə·ḇō·wḏ) Noun - masculine singular construct Strong's 3519: Weight, splendor, copiousness [due] His name; שְׁמ֑וֹ (šə·mōw) Noun - masculine singular construct | third person masculine singular Strong's 8034: A name bring שְׂאֽוּ־ (śə·’ū-) Verb - Qal - Imperative - masculine plural Strong's 5375: To lift, carry, take an offering מִ֝נְחָ֗ה (min·ḥāh) Noun - feminine singular Strong's 4503: A donation, tribute, a sacrificial offering and enter וּבֹ֥אוּ (ū·ḇō·’ū) Conjunctive waw | Verb - Qal - Imperative - masculine plural Strong's 935: To come in, come, go in, go His courts. לְחַצְרוֹתָֽיו׃ (lə·ḥaṣ·rō·w·ṯāw) Preposition-l | Noun - common plural construct | third person masculine singular Strong's 2691: A yard, a hamlet Additonal Resources Psalm 96:8 Blue Letter BiblePsalm 96:8 Bible Gateway Psalm 96:8 Bible.com Psalm 96:8 NIV |
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