Psalm 113:5

Translations

Modern

Who is like the LORD our God, the One enthroned on high?

Traditional

Who is like unto the Lord our God, who dwelleth on high,

Literal

…who is like YHWH our God, being on high to dwell,

Latin

Quis sicut Dominus Deus noster, qui in altis habitat,

Original

Hebrew

English

Who is like the LORD our God, the One enthroned on high?

Notes

Psalms 113:5–9

The Lord is unlike anyone else, yet he personally cares for people on earth.

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.

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Exodus 15:11
Who among the gods is like You, O LORD? Who is like You—majestic in holiness, revered with praises, performing wonders?
Psalm 89:8
O LORD God of Hosts, who is like You? O mighty LORD, Your faithfulness surrounds You.
Isaiah 40:18
To whom will you liken God? To what image will you compare Him?
Psalm 103:19
The LORD has established His throne in heaven, and His kingdom rules over all.
Psalm 35:10
All my bones will exclaim, “Who is like You, O LORD, who delivers the afflicted from the aggressor, the poor and needy from the robber?”
Isaiah 16:5
…in loving devotion a throne will be established in the tent of David. A judge seeking justice and hastening righteousness will sit on it in faithfulness.

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