Psalm 33:13

Praise to the Creator · Psalm 33:1–22
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Translations

Modern
The LORD looks down from heaven; He sees all the sons of men.
Traditional
The Lord looketh from heaven; he beholdeth all the sons of men.
Literal
From the heavens, YHWH looks; He sees all the sons of man.
Latin
De cælo respexit Dominus; vidit omnes filios hominum.

Original

Hebrew
English
The LORD looks down from heaven; He sees all the sons of men.

Notes

From the heavens, the Lord searches out and cares for anyone who fears him (see Psalm 14:2–3).

This hymn of creation (see also Psalms 8, 19, 104, 145) might be a continuation of Psalm 32. It urges readers to praise God (Psalm 33:1–3), to recognize the power of his word in creation (33:4–7), and to respect the Creator (33:8–11). It gives hope to forgiven sinners (Psalm 32) that they can live a new life in the fear of the Lord and under divine protection.

Theme notes and profiles

The Creator-King

Parallels

Psalm 148:1–14

Glossary

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

Topics

God: Knowledge of Heaven: God's Dwelling Place Man: Equality of