1 Chronicles 16:33

33 Let the trees of the forest sing, let them sing for joy before the LORD, for he comes to judge the earth.

1 Chronicles 16:33 in Other Translations

King James Version (KJV)
33 Then shall the trees of the wood sing out at the presence of the LORD, because he cometh to judge the earth.
English Standard Version (ESV)
33 Then shall the trees of the forest sing for joy before the LORD, for he comes to judge the earth.
New Living Translation (NLT)
33 Let the trees of the forest sing for joy before the LORD, for he is coming to judge the earth.
The Message Bible (MSG)
33 Then the trees in the forest will add their applause to all who are pleased and present before God - he's on his way to set things right!
American Standard Version (ASV)
33 Then shall the trees of the wood sing for joy before Jehovah; For he cometh to judge the earth.
GOD'S WORD Translation (GW)
33 Then the trees in the forest will sing with joy in the presence of the LORD when he comes to judge the earth.
Holman Christian Standard Bible (CSB)
33 Then the trees of the forest will shout for joy before the Lord, for He is coming to judge the earth.
New International Reader's Version (NIRV)
33 Then the trees in the forest will sing with joy. They will sing to the Lord. He will judge the people of the world.

1 Chronicles 16:33 Meaning and Commentary

1 Chronicles 95:33

(See Gill on Psalms 95:11) (See Gill on Psalms 95:12) (See Gill on Psalms 95:13)

1 Chronicles 16:33 In-Context

31 Let the heavens rejoice, let the earth be glad; let them say among the nations, “The LORD reigns!”
32 Let the sea resound, and all that is in it; let the fields be jubilant, and everything in them!
33 Let the trees of the forest sing, let them sing for joy before the LORD, for he comes to judge the earth.
34 Give thanks to the LORD, for he is good; his love endures forever.
35 Cry out, “Save us, God our Savior; gather us and deliver us from the nations, that we may give thanks to your holy name, and glory in your praise.”

Cross References 2

  • 1. Isaiah 14:8; Isaiah 55:12
  • 2. 1 Samuel 2:10; Psalms 7:8; Psalms 96:10; Psalms 98:9; Psalms 110:6; Isaiah 2:4
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