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Psalms, 148

1. Praise ye the LORD. Praise ye the LORD from the heavens: praise him in the heights.

1. Alleluia! Praise the Lord from the heavens; praise him in the heavenly heights.

2. Praise ye him, all his angels: praise ye him, all his hosts.

2. Praise him, all his angels; praise him, all his heavenly hosts.

3. Praise ye him, sun and moon: praise him, all ye stars of light.

3. Praise him, sun and moon; praise him, all you shining stars.

4. Praise him, ye heavens of heavens, and ye waters that [be] above the heavens.

4. Praise him, you highest heavens and you waters above the skies.

5. Let them praise the name of the LORD: for he commanded, and they were created.

5. Let them praise the name of the Lord, at whose command they were made.

6. He hath also stablished them for ever and ever: he hath made a decree which shall not pass.

6. He established them forever and gave each a fixed and lasting duty.

7. Praise the LORD from the earth, ye dragons, and all deeps:

7. Praise the Lord from the earth, you sea creatures and all the depths,

8. Fire, and hail; snow, and vapour; stormy wind fulfilling his word:

8. clouds and snow, hail and lightning, storm winds that do his bidding,

9. Mountains, and all hills; fruitful trees, and all cedars:

9. you mountains and all you hills, you fruit trees and cedars,

10. Beasts, and all cattle; creeping things, and flying fowl:

10. you wild beasts and tame animals, you creeping things and winged fowl.

11. Kings of the earth, and all people; princes, and all judges of the earth:

11. Kings of the earth and nations, princes and all rulers of the world,

12. Both young men, and maidens; old men, and children:

12. young men and maidens, old and young together -

13. Let them praise the name of the LORD: for his name alone is excellent; his glory [is] above the earth and heaven.

13. let them praise the name of the Lord. For his name alone is exalted; his majesty is above earth and heaven.

14. He also exalteth the horn of his people, the praise of all his saints; [even] of the children of Israel, a people near unto him. Praise ye the LORD.

14. He has given his people glory; he has given a praise to his faithful, to Israel, the people close to him. Alleluia.



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Footnotes:

148:1-6 - The psalm begins with a call to heavenly praise, highlighting the importance of all heavenly beings, such as angels and stars, in glorifying God. This reflects the greatness and majesty of the Creator, who reigns over all creation (see also Psalm 103:20-22 and Revelation 5:11-12).

148:7-10 - Earthly creation, including animals, mountains, and trees, is called to praise God. This invitation emphasizes the unity of creation in worship, showing that all creatures, great and small, have a purpose in God's plan (see also Psalm 66:1-4 and Romans 8:19-22).

148:11-12 - Kings, princes, and all the judges of the earth are called to praise God, indicating that worship is not only for the lowly, but also for the powerful. This underscores that everyone, regardless of their status, should acknowledge God's sovereignty (see also Proverbs 8:15-16 and Psalm 82:8).

148:13:00 - The Lord’s name is exalted above all names, emphasizing God’s uniqueness and superiority over all idols and gods. The declaration of His name reflects His divine nature and character (see also Philippians 2:9-11 and Psalm 113:1-3).

148:14:00 - God exalts His people, meaning that those who worship Him are considered precious in His sight. This connection between God and His people shows the importance of worship as an expression of relationship (see also 1 Peter 2:9-10 and Psalm 149:4).

Verses related to Psalms, 148:

Psalm 148 calls all creation to universal praise. How does the psalmist orchestrate this cosmic chorus? This grand hymn invites celestial and terrestrial elements, animate and inanimate beings, to praise the Creator. The psalm explores themes such as the hierarchy of creation, the uniqueness of Israel, and the appropriate response to God's creative power. Psalm 148 offers a poetic vision of worship that transcends barriers. Discover with us five biblical passages that resonate with the call to cosmic worship expressed in this exuberant psalm.

Revelation 5:13: "Then I heard all the creatures in heaven and on earth and under the earth and in the sea, and everything in them, saying, 'To Him who sits on the throne and to the Lamb be praise and honor and glory and blessing. power, forever and ever!'" - This passage from Revelation echoes the universal call to praise found in Psalm 148.

Colossians 1:16: "For by him all things were created, in heaven and on earth, visible and invisible, whether thrones or dominions, powers or authorities; all things were created by him and for him." - Paul describes Christ as the creator of all things, reflecting Psalm 148:5.

Daniel 3:58-61: "Bless the Lord, sun and moon; bless the Lord, stars of heaven. Bless the Lord, rain and dew; Bless the Lord, all you winds." - This excerpt from the song of the three young men in the fiery furnace closely reflects Psalm 148:3-4.

Luke 2:13-14: "Suddenly a great multitude of the heavenly host appeared with the angel, praising God and saying, 'Glory to God in the highest, and on earth peace among men on whom his favor rests.'" - This scene of angelic praise reflects the call to angels to praise in Psalm 148:2.

Romans 1:20: "For since the creation of the world the invisible attributes of God, his eternal power and divine nature, have been clearly seen, being understood through created things, so that such men are without excuse." - Paul speaks of God's revelation through creation, a theme present in Psalm 148.

FAQ:

What does Psalm 148 teach us about universal praise?

Psalm 148 calls all created things, from heaven to earth, to praise God. This shows that all creation should worship the Creator. (Psalm 148:1-6)

Which creatures should praise God, according to the psalm?

The psalm lists heavenly creatures, animals, mountains, trees, and even human beings as part of the universal call to praise. (Psalm 148:7-13)

How does the psalm teach us about God's sovereignty?

The psalm reinforces God’s sovereignty by declaring that He created all things and has authority over all. (Psalm 148:5-6)

Why should we praise God with musical instruments?

The psalm teaches that we should use every resource at our disposal, such as musical instruments, to express our worship to the Lord. (Psalm 148:7-9)

What is the reason for the praise of all creatures, according to Psalm 148?

The praise of all creatures is a reflection of the greatness and power of God, who is worthy of worship for all He has done. (Psalm 148:13)


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