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Psalms, 145

1. Praise. Of David. I will extol you, my God and king; I will bless your name forever.

1. [Hymn of Praise Of David] I shall praise you to the heights, God my King, I shall bless your name for ever and ever.

2. Every day I will bless you; I will praise your name forever.

2. Day after day I shall bless you, I shall praise your name for ever and ever.

3. Great is the LORD and worthy of high praise; God's grandeur is beyond understanding.

3. Great is Yahweh and worthy of all praise, his greatness beyond all reckoning.

4. One generation praises your deeds to the next and proclaims your mighty works.

4. Each age will praise your deeds to the next, proclaiming your mighty works.

5. They speak of the splendor of your majestic glory, tell of your wonderful deeds.

5. Your renown is the splendour of your glory, I will ponder the story of your wonders.

6. They speak of your fearsome power and attest to your great deeds.

6. They will speak of your awesome power, and I shall recount your greatness.

7. They publish the renown of your abounding goodness and joyfully sing of your justice.

7. They will bring out the memory of your great generosity, and joyfully acclaim your saving justice.

8. The LORD is gracious and merciful, slow to anger and abounding in love.

8. Yahweh is tenderness and pity, slow to anger, full of faithful love.

9. The LORD is good to all, compassionate to every creature.

9. Yahweh is generous to all, his tenderness embraces all his creatures.

10. All your works give you thanks, O LORD and your faithful bless you.

10. All your creatures shall thank you, Yahweh, and your faithful shall bless you.

11. They speak of the glory of your reign and tell of your great works,

11. They shall speak of the glory of your kingship and tell of your might,

12. Making known to all your power, the glorious splendor of your rule.

12. making known your mighty deeds to the children of Adam, the glory and majesty of your kingship.

13. Your reign is a reign for all ages, your dominion for all generations. The LORD is trustworthy in every word, and faithful in every work.

13. Your kingship is a kingship for ever, your reign lasts from age to age. Yahweh is trustworthy in all his words, and upright in all his deeds.

14. The LORD supports all who are falling and raises up all who are bowed down.

14. Yahweh supports all who stumble, lifts up those who are bowed down.

15. The eyes of all look hopefully to you; you give them their food in due season.

15. All look to you in hope and you feed them with the food of the season.

16. You open wide your hand and satisfy the desire of every living thing.

16. And, with generous hand, you satisfy the desires of every living creature.

17. You, LORD, are just in all your ways, faithful in all your works.

17. Upright in all that he does, Yahweh acts only in faithful love.

18. You, LORD, are near to all who call upon you, to all who call upon you in truth.

18. He is close to all who call upon him, all who call on him from the heart.

19. You satisfy the desire of those who fear you; you hear their cry and save them.

19. He fulfils the desires of all who fear him, he hears their cry and he saves them.

20. You, LORD, watch over all who love you, but all the wicked you destroy.

20. Yahweh guards all who love him, but all the wicked he destroys.

21. My mouth will speak your praises, LORD; all flesh will bless your holy name forever.

21. My mouth shall always praise Yahweh, 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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