Psalm 96:8

ESV Ascribe to the Lord the glory due his name; bring an offering, and come into his courts!

NIV Ascribe to the Lord the glory due his name; bring an offering and come into his courts.

NASB Ascribe to the Lord the glory of His name; Bring an offering and come into His courtyards.

CSB Ascribe to the Lord the glory of his name; bring an offering and enter his courts.

NLT Give to the Lord the glory he deserves! Bring your offering and come into his courts.

KJV Give unto the Lord the glory due unto his name: bring an offering, and come into his courts.

NKJV Give to the Lord the glory due His name; Bring an offering, and come into His courts.

What does Psalm 96:8 mean?

Please see our chapter commentary on Psalm 96, verse-level content coming soon!

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Context Summary
Psalm 96:7–13 adds details to an earlier call for worship (Psalm 96:1–6). Those praising the Lord should recognize His power, glory, and holiness. The psalmist emphasizes God's sovereignty over the entire world. This also implies His right to judge everyone and everything. The psalm ends with a hopeful look to the future when the Lord will rule the earth directly (Revelation 20:4).

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Chapter Summary
The psalmist calls on all people—of the entire world—to give proper worship to God. Because of His divine nature and the miracles He has done, the Lord deserves to be praised. Other so-called "gods" are nothing. Those who worship the Lord should celebrate His holiness, power, and judgment. One day, the Lord will return and rule the entire earth in perfect justice.

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