Psalms 113:1
Psalms 113:1 in Multiple Translations
Hallelujah! Give praise, O servants of the LORD; praise the name of the LORD.
Praise ye the LORD. Praise, O ye servants of the LORD, praise the name of the LORD.
Praise ye Jehovah. Praise, O ye servants of Jehovah, Praise the name of Jehovah.
Let the Lord be praised. O you servants of the Lord, give praise to the name of the Lord.
Praise the Lord! Praise him, servants of the Lord! Praise the Lord as he is!
Praise ye the Lord. Praise, O ye seruants of the Lord, prayse the Name of the Lord.
Praise ye Jah! Praise, ye servants of Jehovah. Praise the name of Jehovah.
Praise the LORD! Praise, you servants of the LORD, praise the LORD’s name.
Praise ye the LORD. Praise, O ye servants of the LORD, praise the name of the LORD.
When Israel went out of Egypt, the house of Jacob from a barbarous people:
Praise Yahweh! You people who serve Yahweh, praise him! Praise ◄him/his name►!
Berean Amplified Bible — Psalms 113:1
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Psalms 113:1 Interlinear (Deep Study)
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הַ֥לְלוּ
יָ֨הּ
הַ֭לְלוּ
עַבְדֵ֣י
יְהוָ֑ה
הַֽ֝לְלוּ
אֶת
שֵׁ֥ם
יְהוָֽה
הַ֥לְלוּ
hâlal
H1984
to shine
V-Piel-Impv-2mp
יָ֨הּ
Yâhh
H3050
LORD
N-proper
הַ֭לְלוּ
hâlal
H1984
to shine
V-Piel-Impv-2mp
עַבְדֵ֣י
ʻebed
H5650
servant/slave
N-mp
יְהוָ֑ה
Yᵉhôvâh
H3068
The Lord
N-proper
הַֽ֝לְלוּ
hâlal
H1984
to shine
V-Piel-Impv-2mp
אֶת
ʼêth
H853
Obj.
DirObjM
שֵׁ֥ם
shêm
H8034
name
N-ms
יְהוָֽה
Yᵉhôvâh
H3068
The Lord
N-proper
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Hebrew Word Reference — Psalms 113:1
הַ֥לְלוּ
hâlal
H1984
"to shine"
V-Piel-Impv-2mp
To be foolish means to act wildly or make a show, like the prophets of Baal in 1 Kings 18:29. It can also mean to celebrate or boast, as in Psalm 38:5.
Definition: 1) to shine 1a) (Qal) to shine (fig. of God's favour) 1b) (Hiphil) to flash forth light
Usage: Occurs in 140 OT verses. KJV: (make) boast (self), celebrate, commend, (deal, make), fool(-ish, -ly), glory, give (light), be (make, feign self) mad (against), give in marriage, (sing, be worthy of) praise, rage, renowned, shine. See also: Genesis 12:15; Psalms 113:1; Psalms 5:6.
יָ֨הּ
Yâhh
H3050
"LORD"
N-proper
Jah is a shortened form of the name LORD, used in many compounds, such as names ending in -iah or -jah. It appears in the Bible as a way to refer to God.
Definition: A shortened form of the name ye.ho.vah (יהוה "LORD" H3068) used in many compounds as the letters 'Je' or 'jah'
Usage: Occurs in 46 OT verses. KJV: Jah, the Lord, most vehement. Compare names in '-iah,' '-jah.' See also: Exodus 15:2; Psalms 118:17; Psalms 68:5.
הַ֭לְלוּ
hâlal
H1984
"to shine"
V-Piel-Impv-2mp
To be foolish means to act wildly or make a show, like the prophets of Baal in 1 Kings 18:29. It can also mean to celebrate or boast, as in Psalm 38:5.
Definition: 1) to shine 1a) (Qal) to shine (fig. of God's favour) 1b) (Hiphil) to flash forth light
Usage: Occurs in 140 OT verses. KJV: (make) boast (self), celebrate, commend, (deal, make), fool(-ish, -ly), glory, give (light), be (make, feign self) mad (against), give in marriage, (sing, be worthy of) praise, rage, renowned, shine. See also: Genesis 12:15; Psalms 113:1; Psalms 5:6.
עַבְדֵ֣י
ʻebed
H5650
"servant/slave"
N-mp
This word refers to a servant or slave, often in the context of serving God or a human master. It can also describe a prophet or Levite. The KJV translates it as bondage, bondman, or servant.
Definition: 1) slave, servant 1a) slave, servant, man-servant 1b) subjects 1c) servants, worshippers (of God) 1d) servant (in special sense as prophets, Levites etc) 1e) servant (of Israel) 1f) servant (as form of address between equals) Aramaic equivalent: a.vad (עֲבַד "servant/slave" H5649)
Usage: Occurs in 714 OT verses. KJV: [idiom] bondage, bondman, (bond-) servant, (man-) servant. See also: Genesis 9:25; Exodus 11:3; 1 Samuel 8:16.
יְהוָ֑ה
Yᵉhôvâh
H3068
"The Lord"
N-proper
Yehovah is another name for God, often translated as 'the Lord'. It is a national name for God in the Jewish faith. This name is used throughout the Old Testament.
Definition: Another name of ye.ru.sha.laim (יְרוּשָׁלִַ֫ם, יְרוּשְׁלֵם "Jerusalem" H3389)
Usage: Occurs in 5522 OT verses. KJV: Jehovah, the Lord. Compare H3050 (יָהּ), H3069 (יְהֹוִה). See also: Genesis 2:4; Genesis 24:42; Exodus 8:8.
הַֽ֝לְלוּ
hâlal
H1984
"to shine"
V-Piel-Impv-2mp
To be foolish means to act wildly or make a show, like the prophets of Baal in 1 Kings 18:29. It can also mean to celebrate or boast, as in Psalm 38:5.
Definition: 1) to shine 1a) (Qal) to shine (fig. of God's favour) 1b) (Hiphil) to flash forth light
Usage: Occurs in 140 OT verses. KJV: (make) boast (self), celebrate, commend, (deal, make), fool(-ish, -ly), glory, give (light), be (make, feign self) mad (against), give in marriage, (sing, be worthy of) praise, rage, renowned, shine. See also: Genesis 12:15; Psalms 113:1; Psalms 5:6.
אֶת
ʼêth
H853
"Obj."
DirObjM
In the original Hebrew, this word points out the object of a verb or preposition, like 'namely' or 'even'. It appears in many books, including Genesis and Exodus. It's not directly translated in English, but helps clarify the meaning of sentences.
Definition: sign of the definite direct object, not translated in English but generally preceding and indicating the accusative Aramaic equivalent: yat (יָת "whom" H3487)
Usage: Occurs in 6782 OT verses. KJV: (as such unrepresented in English). See also: Genesis 1:1; Genesis 10:8; Genesis 19:21.
שֵׁ֥ם
shêm
H8034
"name"
N-ms
In the Bible, a name represents a person's identity, honor, and character, like God's name symbolizing His power and authority. It appears in Genesis and other books, often referring to God's name or a person's reputation. This concept is central to understanding biblical identity.
Definition: 1) name 1a) name 1b) reputation, fame, glory 1c) the Name (as designation of God) 1d) memorial, monument Aramaic equivalent: shum (שֻׁם "name" H8036)
Usage: Occurs in 771 OT verses. KJV: [phrase] base, (in-) fame(-ous), named(-d), renown, report. See also: Genesis 2:11; Exodus 3:15; Deuteronomy 16:6.
יְהוָֽה
Yᵉhôvâh
H3068
"The Lord"
N-proper
Yehovah is another name for God, often translated as 'the Lord'. It is a national name for God in the Jewish faith. This name is used throughout the Old Testament.
Definition: Another name of ye.ru.sha.laim (יְרוּשָׁלִַ֫ם, יְרוּשְׁלֵם "Jerusalem" H3389)
Usage: Occurs in 5522 OT verses. KJV: Jehovah, the Lord. Compare H3050 (יָהּ), H3069 (יְהֹוִה). See also: Genesis 2:4; Genesis 24:42; Exodus 8:8.
Study Notes — Psalms 113:1
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- Context
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- Psalms 113:1 Summary
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Reflection Questions
- Gill's Exposition on Psalms 113:1
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Psalms 113:1
- Matthew Poole's Commentary on Psalms 113:1
- Trapp's Commentary on Psalms 113:1
- Ellicott's Commentary on Psalms 113:1
- Adam Clarke's Commentary on Psalms 113:1
- Cambridge Bible on Psalms 113:1
- Barnes' Notes on Psalms 113:1
- Whedon's Commentary on Psalms 113:1
- Sermons on Psalms 113:1
Context — The LORD Exalts the Humble
1Hallelujah! Give praise, O servants of the LORD; praise the name of the LORD.
2Blessed be the name of the LORD both now and forevermore. 3From where the sun rises to where it sets, the name of the LORD is praised.Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
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| 1 | Ephesians 5:19–20 | Speak to one another with psalms, hymns, and spiritual songs. Sing and make music in your hearts to the Lord, always giving thanks to God the Father for everything in the name of our Lord Jesus Christ. |
| 2 | Psalms 135:1–3 | Hallelujah! Praise the name of the LORD. Give praise, O servants of the LORD, who stand in the house of the LORD, in the courts of the house of our God. Hallelujah, for the LORD is good; sing praises to His name, for it is lovely. |
| 3 | Psalms 33:1–2 | Rejoice in the LORD, O righteous ones; it is fitting for the upright to praise Him. Praise the LORD with the harp; make music to Him with ten strings. |
| 4 | Psalms 145:10 | All You have made will give You thanks, O LORD, and Your saints will bless You. |
| 5 | Revelation 19:5 | Then a voice came from the throne, saying: “Praise our God, all you who serve Him, and those who fear Him, small and great alike!” |
| 6 | Psalms 134:1 | Come, bless the LORD, all you servants of the LORD who serve by night in the house of the LORD! |
| 7 | Psalms 34:22 | The LORD redeems His servants, and none who take refuge in Him will be condemned. |
| 8 | Psalms 135:20 | O house of Levi, bless the LORD; you who fear the LORD, bless the LORD! |
| 9 | Psalms 112:1 | Hallelujah! Blessed is the man who fears the LORD, who greatly delights in His commandments. |
| 10 | Psalms 103:20–21 | Bless the LORD, all His angels mighty in strength who carry out His word, who hearken to the voice of His command. Bless the LORD, all His hosts, you servants who do His will. |
Psalms 113:1 Summary
[Psalms 113:1 is a call to all who follow God to give Him praise and honor. This means recognizing how great and amazing He is, and expressing our gratitude and love to Him. We can do this by singing, speaking of His greatness to others, and living a life that pleases Him, as seen in verses like Ephesians 5:19 and 1 Samuel 12:24. By praising God, we acknowledge His power and majesty, and bring joy and glory to Him, just like it says in Psalms 138:2.]
Frequently Asked Questions
What does it mean to be a 'servant of the LORD' in Psalms 113:1?
To be a servant of the LORD means to be devoted to God and committed to following His will, as seen in verses like Joshua 24:15 and Romans 6:22, where we are called to serve the Lord with all our heart and mind.
Why is it important to praise the name of the LORD?
Praising the name of the LORD is a way of acknowledging His greatness and majesty, as seen in Psalms 138:2, where it says that God has exalted His name above all things, and in Revelation 4:11, where the four living creatures and the twenty-four elders worship God, saying 'You are worthy, our Lord and God, to receive glory and honor and power, because You created all things'
How can I practically give praise to the LORD as a servant of God?
We can give praise to the LORD by singing hymns and spiritual songs, like in Ephesians 5:19, by speaking of His greatness to others, as in Psalms 71:15, and by living a life of obedience and service to Him, as in 1 Samuel 12:24
Is praising the LORD only for certain people or occasions?
No, praising the LORD is for all people and all occasions, as seen in Psalms 113:1, where all servants of the LORD are called to praise His name, and in 1 Thessalonians 5:18, where we are told to give thanks to God in every circumstance
Reflection Questions
- What are some ways you can practically praise the LORD in your daily life, and what might be holding you back from doing so?
- How does the command to praise the LORD in Psalms 113:1 make you feel, and what emotions or thoughts arise when you consider obeying this command?
- In what ways have you experienced the majesty and greatness of God in your life, and how can you give praise to Him for those experiences?
- What are some things that you can praise God for in your life right now, even if circumstances are difficult, and how can you cultivate a heart of praise in those moments?
Gill's Exposition on Psalms 113:1
Praise ye the Lord,.... Or, "hallelujah". This is the title of the psalm, as in the two preceding, and directs to the principal matter of it.
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Psalms 113:1
Praise ye the LORD. Praise, O ye servants of the LORD, praise the name of the LORD.
Matthew Poole's Commentary on Psalms 113:1
Psalms 113 THE This Psalm is a declaration of God’ s powerful and universal providence towards all men, and especially towards his afflicted people. An exhortation for all men to praise the Lord, for his excellency and greatness, ; for his condescension to the poor and humble-minded, . Ye servants of the Lord; ye Levites, who are peculiarly devoted to this solemn work, who sometimes are called God’ s servants in a special sense, and all you faithful souls.
Trapp's Commentary on Psalms 113:1
Psalms 113:1 Praise ye the LORD. Praise, O ye servants of the LORD, praise the name of the LORD.Ver. 1. Hallelujah] See Psalms 111:1. Praise, O ye servants of the Lord] None but such can do it, or are fit for it; and for such praise is comely, Psalms 147:1, as unthankfulness is an ugly sin, but especially in ministers, those servants of the Lord, by a specialty. Praise the name of the Lord] Ter repetit, Trinitatem subindicando, saith one; others note that by this threefold Praise ye, the psalmist taxeth men’ s dulness, and exciteth their diligence to this divine duty.
Ellicott's Commentary on Psalms 113:1
(1) Ye servants of the Lord—i.e., Israel. (See Psalms 69:36.)
Adam Clarke's Commentary on Psalms 113:1
PSALM CXIII An exhortation to bless God for his own excellencies, 1-6; and for his great mercy to the poor and necessitous, 7-9. NOTES ON PSALM CXIII Psalms 113, Psalms 114, Psalms 115, Psalms 116, Psalms 117, and Psalms 118, form the great Hallel, and were sung by the Jews on their most solemn festivals, and particularly at the passover. To these reference is made by the evangelists, Matthew 26:30, and Mr 14:26, there called the hymn which Jesus and his disciples sung at the passover, for the whole of the Psalms were considered as one grand hymn or thanksgiving. It was probably composed after the return from the captivity. It has no title but Hallelujah in the Hebrew and ancient Versions. Verse 1. Praise, O ye servants] Probably an address to the Levites. The Anglo-Saxon has [A.S.], praise the Lord, ye knaves. Knapa or knave signified among our ancestors a servant; sometimes a male, a young man.
Cambridge Bible on Psalms 113:1
1–3. A call to praise Jehovah’s name universally and unendingly.
Barnes' Notes on Psalms 113:1
Praise ye the Lord - Margin, as in Hebrew, “Hallelujah.” See the notes at Psalms 106:1. Praise, O ye servants of the Lord - You who profess to serve and obey him; who acknowledge him as your God.
Whedon's Commentary on Psalms 113:1
1. Servants of the Lord—The call is upon Israel, the professed servants of Jehovah, wherever residing.
Sermons on Psalms 113:1
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A Pilgrimage to Secure Boundaries by Jack Hayford | Jack Hayford shares about a pilgrimage to Israel where a prayer team engaged in prophetic prayer, building altars at the North, South, East, and West boundaries of the nation. Each |
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Psalm 113 by Henry Law | Henry Law emphasizes the importance of continuous praise to the Lord, highlighting how contemplating God's majesty, greatness, and goodness ignites this flame of praise within us. |
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Exposition on Psalm 115 by St. Augustine | St. Augustine preaches about the importance of not seeking glory for ourselves but giving praise to the Lord, emphasizing that God's grace is given out of mercy, not based on our w |
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Exposition on Psalm 114 by St. Augustine | St. Augustine preaches on the significance of the events in the Bible, such as the crossing of the River Jordan, as both historical accounts and prophetic symbols for future genera |
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Christ Lord and Master by Oswald J. Smith | In this sermon, the speaker begins by expressing gratitude for the blessings and grace that God has bestowed upon the church and its members. They also mention the success of their |
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My Jesus, I Love Thee (Brookyln Tabernacle Service) by Jim Cymbala | Jim Cymbala emphasizes the deep love and devotion we should have for Jesus, encouraging believers to express their affection through worship and song. He reflects on the grace of G |
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Spirit Filled Family by Zac Poonen | In this sermon, the speaker uses the analogy of a garden to illustrate the importance of putting effort into a marriage. He emphasizes the need for constant communication and teach |