You who fear the LORD, praise him! All you offspring of Jacob, glorify him, and stand in awe of him, all you offspring of Israel!
English Standard Version (ESV)
The verse isn't just a general call to praise; it specifically singles out "those who fear the LORD" and the "offspring of Jacob and Israel," highlighting that genuine worship flows from a reverent awe of God, not merely outward affiliation. It reminds us that true glorifying and fearing God are deeply personal responses from the heart, not just actions performed by a group.
You who fear the LORD, praise him! All you offspring of Jacob, glorify him, and stand in awe of him, all you offspring of Israel!
English Standard Version (ESV)
Having cried out in distress, the Psalmist now shifts to joyful anticipation, proclaiming his intention to declare God's name and praise Him in the midst of the congregation. This leads to an enthusiastic call for all who fear God, descendants of Jacob and Israel, to join in glorifying and revering Him, recognizing His past mercies.
The Psalmist moves from deep personal suffering to a public call for worship. What does it mean to truly 'fear the Lord'?
This verse isn't just a casual suggestion; it's a powerful invitation and command directed at a specific group: 'You who fear the LORD.'
Who is Invited?
The Call to Action
The call is threefold:
This isn't just for priests or prophets, but for all who have a genuine relationship with God.
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The Psalmist's personal cry of distress turns into a public summons. How does individual experience fuel communal praise?
Psalm 22 dramatically shifts from intense personal suffering (as seen in the earlier verses of the psalm) to a profound declaration of God's faithfulness and a call to corporate worship.
The Bridge from 'I' to 'We'
The speaker, having experienced God's deliverance, doesn't keep it to himself. He declares, 'I will declare your name to my brothers; in the midst of the congregation I will praise you' (Psalm 22:22).
This personal testimony becomes the catalyst for inviting others into worship. The 'I' of the sufferer becomes the 'you' of the community being addressed.
The Purpose of Public Praise
Understand the original words
yare' · Hebrew Verb
A reverent, trembling adoration of God. It is characterized by deep respect for His holiness, acknowledgment of His power, and obedience to His commands.
YHWH · Hebrew Proper Noun
The proper name of the God of Israel, the self-existent Covenant-Keeper who revealed Himself to Moses at the burning bush.
kabad · Hebrew Verb
To exalt, honor, and acknowledge the majesty and worthiness of God; it is the natural response of the creature to the Creator's glory.
This passage directly quotes from Psalm 22:22, which precedes this verse, and applies it to Christ, showing how Jesus declared God's name to His brethren and praised Him in the congregation, echoing the communal praise called for here.
Isaiah 45:23-25These verses speak of a future time when all nations will turn to the Lord and be justified, mirroring the expansive call in Psalm 22:23 for 'all the seed of Jacob' and 'all the seed of Israel' to praise and fear God, suggesting a universal scope to His worship.
Psalm 115:11This verse parallels Psalm 22:23 by stating 'O house of Israel, trust in the LORD! O house of Aaron, trust in the LORD! You who fear the LORD, trust in the LORD!' highlighting the connection between fearing God and placing trust in Him.
1 Corinthians 1:10Paul urges believers to be of the same mind and same judgment, emphasizing unity in the church, which aligns with the communal call to praise and glorify God found in Psalm 22:23 directed at the 'seed of Jacob' and 'seed of Israel.'
ellicottPsalms 22:23: "Ye that fear the LORD, praise him; all ye the seed of Jacob, glorify him; and fear him, all ye the seed of Israel."
(23, 24) These verses contain the substance of the poet’s joyful announcement.
calvinPsalms 22:22-24: "I will declare thy name unto my brethren: in the midst of the congregation will I praise thee."
I will declare thy name to my brethren: in the midst of the assembly will I praise thee. 23. [Saying, [519] ] Ye who fear Jehovah, praise him: all ye the seed of Jacob, glorify him; and fear him, all ye the seed of Israel. 24. For he hath not despised nor disdained the poor; nor hath he hidden his face from him; and when he cried unto him he heard him.
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The verse isn't just a general call to praise; it specifically singles out "those who fear the LORD" and the "offspring of Jacob and Israel," highlighting that genuine worship flows from a reverent awe of God, not merely outward affiliation. It reminds us that true glorifying and fearing God are deeply personal responses from the heart, not just actions performed by a group.
Having cried out in distress, the Psalmist now shifts to joyful anticipation, proclaiming his intention to declare God's name and praise Him in the midst of the congregation. This leads to an enthusiastic call for all who fear God, descendants of Jacob and Israel, to join in glorifying and revering Him, recognizing His past mercies.
Having cried out in distress, the Psalmist now shifts to joyful anticipation, proclaiming his intention to declare God's name and praise Him in the midst of the congregation. This leads to an enthusiastic call for all who fear God, descendants of Jacob and Israel, to join in glorifying and revering Him, recognizing His past mercies.
"You who fear the LORD, praise him! All you offspring of Jacob, glorify him, and stand in awe of him, all you offspring of Israel!" — The verse isn't just a general call to praise; it specifically singles out "those who fear the LORD" and the "offspring of Jacob and Israel," highlighting that genuine worship flows from a reverent a…
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Last reviewed October 2026