Psalm 138:5
ESV
and they shall sing of the ways of the Lord, for great is the glory of the Lord.
NIV
May they sing of the ways of the Lord, for the glory of the Lord is great.
NASB
And they will sing of the ways of the Lord, For great is the glory of the Lord.
CSB
They will sing of the Lord’s ways, for the Lord’s glory is great.
NLT
Yes, they will sing about the Lord’s ways, for the glory of the Lord is very great.
KJV
Yea, they shall sing in the ways of the Lord: for great is the glory of the Lord.
NKJV
Yes, they shall sing of the ways of the Lord, For great is the glory of the Lord.
What does Psalm 138:5 mean?
Please see our chapter commentary on Psalm 138; verse-level content coming soon!Psalm 138:4–6 anticipates when all the kings and nations of earth will praise the One True God (Isaiah 45:23; Psalm 22:27). They will recognize the Lord's goodness (Psalm 34:8; 100:5) and glory (Exodus 15:11; Psalm 113:4). His care for all people, even the lowly, will also be acclaimed (Exodus 34:6; Proverbs 3:34; Psalm 76:8–9).
David publicly praises God for His faithfulness and salvation. Someday, all rulers of every nation will acknowledge the Lord. They will recognize His goodness and mercy. Despite troubles, David is confident in the Lord's plan. God has a purpose for David's life, so he is content to pray for aid and rest in God's loyal love.