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Sing to him, sing praises to him! Tell of all his marvelous works.

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Worship is Rich and Musical

Commentators explain that the command to "sing psalms" implies more than just spontaneous vocal praise. It points to structured, rhythmical worship, likely accompanied by musical instruments. The verse encourages a rich, multi-faceted expression of praise, combining voice, instruments, and thoughtful composition.

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Albert Barnes

Albert Barnes

On Psalms 105:2

18th Century

Theologian

Sing to him - Sing before him; offer him praise.

Sing psalms to him - The word here rendered “sing psalms” means properly “to …

Charles Ellicott

Charles Ellicott

On Psalms 105:2

19th Century

Bishop

Sing psalms. —Rather, play, sing to Him, play to Him; the usual choral direction.

John Gill

John Gill

On Psalms 105:2

17th Century

Pastor

Sing unto him, sing psalms unto him
Both vocally and instrumentally, with the voice and upon instruments of music, a…

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Matthew Henry

Matthew Henry

On Psalms 105:1–7

17th Century

Minister

Our devotion is here stirred up, that we may stir ourselves up to praise God. Seek his strength; that is, his grace; the strength of his Spirit to …