BIBLE VERSES ON WORSHIP

You'll find many Bible verses on worship and praise. The words in their original language are much more telling than in English. Take a look!

SHACHAH

Hebrew

to fall down flat, prostrate
(see 2 Chronicles 20:18, Psalm 29:2)

Jehoshaphat bowed his head with his face to the ground, and all Judah and the inhabitants of Jerusalem fell down before the LORD worshiping the LORD. 2 Chronicles 20:18
Ascribe to the LORD the glory due His name. Worship the LORD in holy attire. Psalm 29:2

HALAL

Hebrew

base of hallelujah, to boast about the Lord in a kind of foolish way, meaning they were excited, giddy, and probably danced as if no one was looking
(see 2 Chronicles 20:19, 21; Psalm 18:3)

The Levites from the sons of the Kohathites and from the sons of the Korahites, stood up to praise the LORD God of Israel with a very loud voice. 2 Chon 20:19
When he had consulted with the people, he appointed those who sang to the LORD and those who praised Him in holy attire. They went out before the army and said, “Give thanks to the LORD, for His faithfulness is everlasting.” 2 Chon 20:21
I call upon the LORD who is worthy to be praised. I am saved from my enemies. Psalm 18:3

BARAK

Hebrew

to kneel while praising God (see 2 Chronicles 20:26; Psalm 16:7; 18:46)

On the fourth day they assembled in the Valley of Beracah, for they blessed the LORD there. Therefore they have named that place “The Valley of Beracah” until today. 2 Chon 20:26
On the fourth day they assembled in thevalley
The LORD lives, and blessed be my rock! Exalted be the God of my salvation! Psalm 18:46

YADAH

Hebrew

to give thanks
(see 2 Chronicles 20:21; Psalm 7:17)

I will give thanks to the LORD according to His righteousness And will sing praise to the name of the LORD Most High. Psalm 7:17
When he had consulted with the people, he appointed those who sang to the LORD and those who praised Him in holy attire, as they went out before the army and said, “Give thanks to the LORD, for His faithfulness is everlasting.” 2 Chon 20:21

ZAMAR

Hebrew

to sing praise, make music
(see 1 Chronicles 16:9; Psalm 7:17)

Sing to Him, sing praises to Him! Speak of all His wonders. 1 Chon 16:9
I will give thanks to the LORD according to His righteousness And will sing praise to the name of the LORD Most High. Psal 7:17

TEHILLAH

HEBREW

song or hymn of praise
(see 2 Chronicles 20:22; Psalm 22:3)

When they began singing and praising, the LORD set ambushes against the sons of Ammon, Moab, and Mount Seir, who had come against Judah; so they were struck down. 2 Chron 20:22
You are holy! You are enthroned upon the praises of Israel. Psalm 22:3

TOWDAH

Hebrew

confession, thanksgiving
(see Psalm 26:7)

That I may proclaim with the voice of thanksgiving And declare all Your wonders. Psalm 26:7

LATREIA

GREEK

service for God
(see Romans 12:1; Hebrews 9:1)

Now even the first covenant had regulations for divine worship and the earthly sanctuary. Heb 9:1
Therefore I urge you, brothers and sisters, by the mercies of God, to present your bodies as a living and holy sacrifice, acceptable to God, which is your spiritual service of worship. Rom 12:1

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