KJV ORIGINAL
O clap your hands, all ye people; shout unto God with the voice of triumph.
Close to the original. Clear modern English.
✦ MADE SIMPLE
Clap your hands, everyone! Shout joyfully to God with victory songs!
⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE
The writer is calling all people everywhere to celebrate and praise God with joyful, triumphant worship.
📚 Historical Context
This psalm was likely written to celebrate God's victories on behalf of Israel, possibly after a military triumph or during a festival celebrating God's kingship. In ancient Israel, clapping hands and shouting were common expressions of joy and celebration, often used during religious festivals and after God delivered His people from their enemies.
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