Psalms 149:8 akjv — To bind their kings with chains, and their nobles with fetters of iron;

American King James Version

" To bind their kings with chains, and their nobles with fetters of iron; "

— Psalms 149:8, American King James Version

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KJV
“To bind their kings with chains, and their nobles with fetters of iron;”
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ASV
“To bind their kings with chains, And their nobles with fetters of iron; ”
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WEB
“To bind their kings with chains, and their nobles with fetters of iron;”
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NET
“They bind their kings in chains, and their nobles in iron shackles,”
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DRB
“To bind their kings with fetters, and their nobles with manacles of iron.”
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BBE
“To put their kings in chains, and their rulers in bands of iron;”
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KJVA
“To bind their kings with chains, and their nobles with fetters of iron;”
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Psalms 149 — Context

Let the saints be joyful in glory: let them sing aloud on their beds.

Let the high praises of God be in their mouth, and a two-edged sword in their hand;

To execute vengeance on the heathen, and punishments on the people;

To bind their kings with chains, and their nobles with fetters of iron;

To execute on them the judgment written: this honor have all his saints. Praise you the LORD.

Psalms 149:8 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Psalms 149:8 say?

Psalms 149:8 in the American King James Version reads: “ To bind their kings with chains, and their nobles with fetters of iron; ”

Where is Psalms 149:8 in the Bible?

Psalms 149:8 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of Psalms, chapter 149, verse 8.

Who wrote Psalms?

Psalms is traditionally attributed to Multiple authors (David, Asaph, the sons of Korah, Solomon, Moses, others). Approximately 73 psalms are attributed to David; others to Asaph, the sons of Korah, Solomon, Moses, Heman, and Ethan; the remainder are anonymous. It was written c. 1410–430 BC.

What is the book of Psalms about?

The Psalms are the prayer book and hymnal of God's people, gathering a thousand years of inspired song — praise, lament, thanksgiving, confession, and royal and messianic worship. Every emotion of the believing heart finds a voice here, and every voice finds its center in Christ.

What are the major themes of Psalms?

Psalms explores themes including Praise, Lament, Trust, Messiah, Refuge, Kingship. These themes shape the meaning and context of Psalms 149:8.

What translation should I read Psalms 149:8 in?

Psalms 149:8 is available on GodsGoodBook in the King James Version (KJV), American Standard Version (ASV), World English Bible (WEB), NET Bible, Young's Literal Translation, Darby Bible, Douay-Rheims Bible, and the Bible in Basic English. Each translation reflects different translation philosophies — use the translation picker on this page to compare them, or browse our full translations directory.

How can I memorize Psalms 149:8?

Psalms 149:8 reads (AKJV): “ To bind their kings with chains, and their nobles with fetters of iron; ” Read it aloud, break it into short phrases, repeat each phrase three times before adding the next, then put the phrases together. Reading it in multiple translations (above) often helps the meaning settle.

Psalms 149:8 akjv — To bind their kings with chains, and their nobles with fetters of iron;

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