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Psalms, 145

1. <David's [Psalm] of praise.> I will extol thee, my God, O king; and I will bless thy name for ever and ever.

1. I will extol you, my God and King; I will bless your name forever.

2. Every day will I bless thee; and I will praise thy name for ever and ever.

2. I will praise you day after day and exalt your name forever.

3. Great [is] the LORD, and greatly to be praised; and his greatness [is] unsearchable.

3. Great is the Lord, most worthy of praise; and his deeds are beyond measure.

4. One generation shall praise thy works to another, and shall declare thy mighty acts.

4. Parents commend your works to their children and tell them your feats.

5. I will speak of the glorious honour of thy majesty, and of thy wondrous works.

5. They proclaim the splendor of your majesty and recall your wondrous works.

6. And [men] shall speak of the might of thy terrible acts: and I will declare thy greatness.

6. People will proclaim your mighty deeds, and I will declare your greatness.

7. They shall abundantly utter the memory of thy great goodness, and shall sing of thy righteousness.

7. They will celebrate your abundant kindness, and rejoice in singing of your justice.

8. The LORD [is] gracious, and full of compassion; slow to anger, and of great mercy.

8. Compassionate and gracious is the Lord, slow to anger and abounding in love.

9. The LORD [is] good to all: and his tender mercies [are] over all his works.

9. The Lord is good to everyone; his mercy embraces all his creation.

10. All thy works shall praise thee, O LORD; and thy saints shall bless thee.

10. All your works will give you thanks; all your saints, O Lord, will praise you.

11. They shall speak of the glory of thy kingdom, and talk of thy power;

11. They will tell of the glory of your kingdom and speak of your power,

12. To make known to the sons of men his mighty acts, and the glorious majesty of his kingdom.

12. that all may know of your mighty deeds, your reign and its glorious splendor.

13. Thy kingdom [is] an everlasting kingdom, and thy dominion [endureth] throughout all generations.

13. Your reign is from age to age; your dominion endures from generation to generation. The Lord is true to his promises and lets his mercy show in all he does.

14. The LORD upholdeth all that fall, and raiseth up all [those that be] bowed down.

14. The Lord lifts up those who are falling and raises those who are beaten down.

15. The eyes of all wait upon thee; and thou givest them their meat in due season.

15. All creatures look to you to be fed in due season;

16. Thou openest thine hand, and satisfiest the desire of every living thing.

16. with open hand you satisfy the living according to their needs.

17. The LORD [is] righteous in all his ways, and holy in all his works.

17. Righteous is the Lord in all his ways, his mercy shows in all his deeds.

18. The LORD [is] nigh unto all them that call upon him, to all that call upon him in truth.

18. He is near those who call on him, who call trustfully upon his name.

19. He will fulfil the desire of them that fear him: he also will hear their cry, and will save them.

19. He fulfills the wish of those who fear him; he hears their cry and saves them.

20. The LORD preserveth all them that love him: but all the wicked will he destroy.

20. For those who love him, the Lord has compassion; but the wicked, he will destroy.

21. My mouth shall speak the praise of the LORD: and let all flesh bless his holy name for ever and ever.

21. Let my mouth speak in praise of the Lord, let every creature bless his holy name, for ever and ever.



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Footnotes:

145:1-2 - The psalmist expresses his intention to praise God daily. This emphasizes the importance of constant worship and gratitude in the believer's life, recognizing God's greatness and majesty (see also Psalm 34:1 and 1 Thessalonians 5:16-18).

145:3-7 - God's greatness is incomparable, and His power is worthy of being proclaimed. The psalmist highlights God's mighty works and His goodness, reminding us to tell of the Lord's wonders to future generations (see also Psalm 77:12 and Deuteronomy 4:9).

145:8-9 - God's mercy and kindness are extolled. This passage reflects God's loving nature, which is compassionate and good to all. This is a call to practice compassion among human beings (see also Exodus 34:6-7 and Luke 6:36).

145:10-13 - Every created being should praise the Lord, and His kingdom is eternal. The recognition of God's sovereignty over all creation is an invitation for all to join in worship, celebrating God's faithfulness (see also Psalm 100:3 and Daniel 4:3).

145:14-21 - God upholds those who fall and raises up those who are bowed down. This verse reaffirms God's concern for human suffering and His willingness to offer help. It reminds us to trust in His providence (see also Psalm 34:18 and 2 Corinthians 1:3-4).

Verses related to Psalms, 145:

Psalm 145, an acrostic of praise, celebrates the greatness of God. How does David articulate divine majesty? This exuberant hymn extols the attributes of God, His goodness to all creation, and His eternal kingdom. The psalm addresses themes such as God's glory, His universal compassion, and creation's appropriate response of praise. Psalm 145 serves as a model of comprehensive, joyful worship. Contemplate with us five biblical passages that echo the cosmic exaltation expressed in this majestic psalm.

1 Chronicles 29:11: "Yours, O Lord, is the greatness, the power, the glory, the majesty and the splendor, for everything in heaven and on earth is yours. Yours, O Lord, is the kingdom; you are above all." - This statement by David reflects the spirit of praise and recognition of God's greatness seen in Psalm 145.

Ephesians 3:20-21: "To him who is able to do infinitely more than all we ask or think, according to his power that works within us, to him be glory in the church and in Christ Jesus, for all generations, forever and ever! Amen!" - This doxology of Paul echoes the praise of God's greatness and power expressed in Psalm 145.

Luke 1:50: "His mercy extends to those who fear him, from generation to generation." - This verse from Mary's song reflects Psalm 145:4, which talks about one generation telling another of God's mighty acts.

2 Peter 3:9: "The Lord does not delay in fulfilling his promise, as some think. On the contrary, he is patient with you, not wanting anyone to perish but everyone to come to repentance." - This passage reflects Psalm 145:8-9, which talks about God's compassion and kindness toward everyone.

Revelation 11:15: "The seventh angel sounded his trumpet, and there were loud voices in heaven saying, 'The kingdom of the world has become the kingdom of our Lord and of his Christ, and he will reign forever and ever.'" - This verse echoes the theme of God's eternal kingdom mentioned in Psalm 145:13.

FAQ:

What does David celebrate in Psalm 145?

David celebrates God's greatness, goodness, and faithfulness, praising His sovereignty over all creation. (Psalm 145:1-9)

How does David describe God's mercy in Psalm 145?

David describes God's mercy as abundant and everlasting, always available to all who seek His help. (Psalm 145:8-9)

What does it mean that "God is righteous in all His ways"?

David affirms that God acts justly and that His decisions are always righteous and trustworthy, a reason to praise Him. (Psalm 145:17)

How does God care for all living beings?

David acknowledges that God sustains all living things, providing them with food and protection in His goodness. (Psalm 145:15-16)

What does David say about the Kingdom of God in Psalm 145?

David affirms that God's Kingdom is eternal and His dominion spans all generations, offering protection and confidence to all. (Psalm 145:13)


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