O Praise the LORD, all ye nations: praise him, all ye people.
Praise the LORD, all you nations! Praise him, all you peoples!
The writer is calling on every nation and people group in the world to praise God together.
📚 Historical Context
Psalm 117 is one of the shortest psalms in the Bible and is part of the Hallel psalms, which were sung by the Jewish people during festivals like Passover to express thanksgiving and praise to God. It reflects the ancient Israelite understanding that God's mercy and faithfulness extend beyond Israel to all nations, emphasizing a universal call to worship amid a time when Israel was meant to be a light to the Gentiles. This psalm fits into the broader Old Testament narrative where God promises to bless all peoples through His chosen people.
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