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Psalm 113

Psalm 113:2

The LORD Exalts the Humble · Psalm 113:1–9
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Translations

Modern
Blessed be the name of the LORD both now and forevermore.
Traditional
Blessed be the name of the Lord from this time forth and for evermore.
Literal
The name of YHWH be blessed, from now and even to forever!
Latin
Sit nomen Domini benedictum ex hoc nunc et usque in sæculum.

Original

Hebrew
English
Blessed be the name of the LORD both now and forevermore.

Notes

Psalms 113:1–3

the name of the LORD: God's personal name (Hebrew Yahweh; see Exodus 3:15) reveals who he is (his nature, character, and reputation). He is exalted at all times (now and forever) and in every place (from east to west).

Psalms 113:1–9

This song of praise celebrates the greatness of the Lord's name and glory. God is exalted and glorious in heaven (Psalm 113:4). He also stoops down to care for the lowly and needy on earth (Psalm 113:5–9).

Psalms 113:1–118:29

These psalms are called the Egyptian Hallel. Hallel means “praise.” Jewish people use these psalms during Passover, which began when God brought Israel out of Egypt in the exodus. The people recite Psalms 113–114 before the Passover meal, and Psalms 115–118 are recited afterward.

Psalms 111:1–117:2

The word Hallelujah! is repeated throughout this group of psalms.

Theme notes and profiles

Praise Psalms

Parallels

1 Samuel 1:1–8

Glossary

Bible, Manuscripts and Text of the (New Testament) Hallel Hallelujah Music Psalms, Book of

Topics

Praise: Unclassified Scriptures Relating To