“In that day you will say: “Give praise to the Lord, proclaim his name; make known among the nations what he has done, and proclaim that his name is exalted.” Isaiah 12:4
The Lord’s people break out in song because of their salvation, proclaiming God’s deeds to all people. Those who know the Word are obligated and blessed to proclaim the Lord’s saving work.
As in the Psalms, this hymn uses several terms for the praise of God…
“Praise” means “to give public acknowledgment” or “to declare aloud in public.”
“Proclaim His name” means to worship and pray to God alone.
“Make known” means “to cause to remember” by telling others about what God has done.
Each of these verbs designates public, vocal acknowledgment of the wonders and works of God.
“Among the nations” indicates that this is a song of international evangelism.
Blessings on your day…