Psalms 113:5
Psalms 113:5 in Multiple Translations
Who is like the LORD our God, the One enthroned on high?
Who is like unto the LORD our God, who dwelleth on high,
Who is like unto Jehovah our God, That hath his seat on high,
Who is like the Lord our God, who is seated on high,
Who is like the Lord our God? He is the one who lives on high, seated on his throne.
Who is like vnto the Lord our God, that hath his dwelling on high!
Who [is] as Jehovah our God, He is exalting [Himself] to sit?
Who is like the LORD, our God, who has his seat on high,
Who is like to the LORD our God, who dwelleth on high.
What ailed thee, O thou sea, that thou didst flee: and thou, O Jordan, that thou wast turned back?
There is no one [RHQ] who is like Yahweh, our God, who lives/sits/rules in the highest heaven,
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Psalms 113:5 Interlinear (Deep Study)
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מִ֭י
כַּ/יהוָ֣ה
אֱלֹהֵ֑י/נוּ
הַֽ/מַּגְבִּיהִ֥י
לָ/שָֽׁבֶת
מִ֭י
mîy
H4310
who?
Part
כַּ/יהוָ֣ה
Yᵉhôvâh
H3068
The Lord
Prep | N-proper
אֱלֹהֵ֑י/נוּ
ʼĕlôhîym
H430
God
N-mp | Suff
הַֽ/מַּגְבִּיהִ֥י
gâbahh
H1361
to exult
Art | V-Hiphil
לָ/שָֽׁבֶת
yâshab
H3427
to dwell
Prep | V-Qal-Inf-a
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Hebrew Word Reference — Psalms 113:5
מִ֭י
mîy
H4310
"who?"
Part
This word is used to ask questions like who, whose, or whom. It can also be used to express a wish, like would that or whoever. It appears in many forms throughout the Bible, often in phrases like O that or what.
Definition: who?, whose?, whom?, would that, whoever, whosoever
Usage: Occurs in 342 OT verses. KJV: any (man), [idiom] he, [idiom] him, [phrase] O that! what, which, who(-m, -se, -soever), [phrase] would to God. See also: Genesis 3:11; 2 Samuel 15:4; Psalms 4:7.
כַּ/יהוָ֣ה
Yᵉhôvâh
H3068
"The Lord"
Prep | 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.
אֱלֹהֵ֑י/נוּ
ʼĕlôhîym
H430
"God"
N-mp | Suff
The Hebrew word for God, elohim, refers to the one supreme God, and is sometimes used to show respect to judges or magistrates. It is also used to describe angels or mighty beings. This word is closely related to the name of the Lord, Yahweh, and is often translated as God or gods in the Bible.
Definition: This name means "gods" (plural intensive-singular meaning), "God" Another name of ye.ho.vah (יהוה "LORD" H3068G)
Usage: Occurs in 2246 OT verses. KJV: angels, [idiom] exceeding, God (gods) (-dess, -ly), [idiom] (very) great, judges, [idiom] mighty. See also: Genesis 1:1; Genesis 22:12; Exodus 3:11.
הַֽ/מַּגְבִּיהִ֥י
gâbahh
H1361
"to exult"
Art | V-Hiphil
To exult means to feel proud or haughty, like being lofty or high, as described in Psalms where God's ways are lofty and good.
Definition: 1) to be high, be exalted 1a) (Qal) 1a1) to be high, lofty, tall 1a2) to be exalted 1a3) to be lofty 1a3a) to be lofty (of Jehovah's ways-good sense) 1a3b) to be haughty, be arrogant (bad sense) 1b) (Hiphil) to make high, exalt
Usage: Occurs in 33 OT verses. KJV: exalt, be haughty, be (make) high(-er), lift up, mount up, be proud, raise up great height, upward. See also: 1 Samuel 10:23; Isaiah 7:11; Psalms 103:11.
לָ/שָֽׁבֶת
yâshab
H3427
"to dwell"
Prep | V-Qal-Inf-a
This verb means to sit or dwell, and can also mean to remain or abide. It's used in the Bible to describe people living in a place or staying with someone, like in the book of Genesis.
Definition: 1) to dwell, remain, sit, abide 1a) (Qal) 1a1) to sit, sit down 1a2) to be set 1a3) to remain, stay 1a4) to dwell, have one's abode 1b) (Niphal) to be inhabited 1c) (Piel) to set, place 1d) (Hiphil) 1d1) to cause to sit 1d2) to cause to abide, set 1d3) to cause to dwell 1d4) to cause (cities) to be inhabited 1d5) to marry (give an dwelling to) 1e) (Hophal) 1e1) to be inhabited 1e2) to make to dwell Aramaic equivalent: ye.tiv (יְתִב "to dwell" H3488)
Usage: Occurs in 977 OT verses. KJV: (make to) abide(-ing), continue, (cause to, make to) dwell(-ing), ease self, endure, establish, [idiom] fail, habitation, haunt, (make to) inhabit(-ant), make to keep (house), lurking, [idiom] marry(-ing), (bring again to) place, remain, return, seat, set(-tle), (down-) sit(-down, still, -ting down, -ting (place) -uate), take, tarry. See also: Genesis 4:16; Leviticus 25:18; Joshua 13:6.
Study Notes — Psalms 113:5
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- Context
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- Psalms 113:5 Summary
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Reflection Questions
- Gill's Exposition on Psalms 113:5
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Psalms 113:5
- Matthew Poole's Commentary on Psalms 113:5
- Trapp's Commentary on Psalms 113:5
- Adam Clarke's Commentary on Psalms 113:5
- Cambridge Bible on Psalms 113:5
- Barnes' Notes on Psalms 113:5
- Whedon's Commentary on Psalms 113:5
- Sermons on Psalms 113:5
Context — The LORD Exalts the Humble
3From where the sun rises to where it sets, the name of the LORD is praised.
4The LORD is exalted over all the nations, His glory above the heavens.
5Who is like the LORD our God, the One enthroned on high?
6He humbles Himself to behold the heavens and the earth. 7He raises the poor from the dust and lifts the needy from the dumpCross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
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| 1 | Psalms 89:6 | For who in the skies can compare with the LORD? Who among the heavenly beings is like the LORD? |
| 2 | Jeremiah 10:6 | There is none like You, O LORD. You are great, and Your name is mighty in power. |
| 3 | Isaiah 40:25 | “To whom will you liken Me, or who is My equal?” asks the Holy One. |
| 4 | Exodus 15:11 | Who among the gods is like You, O LORD? Who is like You—majestic in holiness, revered with praises, performing wonders? |
| 5 | Deuteronomy 33:26 | “There is none like the God of Jeshurun, who rides the heavens to your aid, and the clouds in His majesty. |
| 6 | Psalms 89:8 | O LORD God of Hosts, who is like You? O mighty LORD, Your faithfulness surrounds You. |
| 7 | Isaiah 40:18 | To whom will you liken God? To what image will you compare Him? |
| 8 | Psalms 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?” |
| 9 | Psalms 103:19 | The LORD has established His throne in heaven, and His kingdom rules over all. |
| 10 | 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. |
Psalms 113:5 Summary
[This verse is asking a question that has no answer: who can compare to our amazing God? He is the One who sits on a throne that is higher than anything else, and He is in charge of everything, as we see in Psalms 103:19. This means that God is the most powerful and wise being in the universe, and there is no one like Him. When we remember this, we can trust Him completely, just like it says in Romans 11:33-36.]
Frequently Asked Questions
What does it mean for God to be 'enthroned on high'?
This phrase emphasizes God's sovereignty and power, highlighting His rule over all creation, as seen in Psalms 103:19 and Isaiah 57:15.
How can we understand the concept of God's likeness?
The question 'Who is like the LORD our God?' is rhetorical, emphasizing that there is no one comparable to God in power, wisdom, or love, as stated in Isaiah 40:18 and Jeremiah 10:6.
What is the significance of this verse in the context of Psalms 113?
This verse is part of a hymn of praise, extolling God's greatness and uniqueness, and serves as a bridge between the declaration of God's exaltation in Psalms 113:4 and His humble care for the poor in Psalms 113:7-8.
How does this verse relate to our everyday lives?
Recognizing God's incomparability and enthroned position should inspire reverence, worship, and trust in His goodness, as encouraged in Psalms 100:4-5 and Romans 11:33-36.
Reflection Questions
- As I ponder the greatness of God, what are the areas in my life where I need to acknowledge His sovereignty and submit to His rule?
- In what ways can I reflect God's character in my interactions with others, especially those who are poor or needy?
- How does the reality of God's 'high throne' impact my prayer life and my trust in His provision?
- What are some ways I can practically humble myself, as God does, to serve and care for those around me?
Gill's Exposition on Psalms 113:5
Who is like unto the Lord our God,.... Among the gods of the nations, as Kimchi; or among the angels of heaven, or among any of the mighty monarchs on earth; there is none like him for the
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Psalms 113:5
Who is like unto the LORD our God, who dwelleth on high, Who (is) like unto the Lord our God, who dwelleth on high? Who humbleth (himself) to behold (the things that are) in heaven, and in the earth?
Matthew Poole's Commentary on Psalms 113:5
To wit, far above all heavens, as was now said, being exalted as in place, so in power and dignity, above all persons and things, visible and invisible.
Trapp's Commentary on Psalms 113:5
Psalms 113:5 Who [is] like unto the LORD our God, who dwelleth on high,Ver. 5. Who is like, &c.] See Psalms 89:6. He is imparallel. Who dwelleth on high] Heb. Who exalteth to dwell. Oh that we could fly a pitch any way proportionable by exalting his name together, Psalms 34:3.
Adam Clarke's Commentary on Psalms 113:5
Verse 5. Who is like unto the Lord] Those who are highly exalted are generally unapproachable; they are proud and overbearing; or so surrounded with magnificence and flatterers, that to them the poor have no access; but God, though infinitely exalted, humbleth himself to behold even heaven itself, and much more does he humble himself when he condescends to behold earth and her inhabitants; (Psalms 113:6.) But so does he love his creatures that he rejoices over even the meanest of them to do them good.
Cambridge Bible on Psalms 113:5
4–6. The ground of praise, Jehovah’s exaltation and condescension. 4 a. Cp. Psalms 99:2. 4 b. Cp. Psalms 57:5; Psalms 57:11; Psalms 8:1. 5 a. Cp. Exodus 15:11; Deuteronomy 3:24. 5 b, 6. The structure of these lines—lit. Who exalteth himself to sit, Who humbleth himself to see, in heaven and in earth—makes it probable that in heaven and in earth belong to the two preceding lines respectively.
Keble’s paraphrase expresses it excellently, “Exalting still His holy place, Low bending still His eye of grace, In heaven above, in earth below.” The point is Jehovah’s condescension. Though He sits enthroned on high in heaven, yet He stoops to regard the earth. He is not “careless of mankind,” as heathen gods were often supposed to be. For the thought cp. Psalms 138:6; Isaiah 57:15.
Barnes' Notes on Psalms 113:5
Who is like unto the Lord our God? - Who can be compared with Yahweh our God? See the notes at Isaiah 40:17-25. The meaning is, that no creature - no idol - can be compared with Yahweh.
Whedon's Commentary on Psalms 113:5
5. Who dwelleth on high—Literally, who maketh high to sit; that is, who exalteth his throne, for the sitting is that of a king for judgment.
Sermons on Psalms 113:5
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Guidelines to Freedom Part 3 - What's in a Name by Alistair Begg | In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the importance of not divorcing praise and worship from the proclamation of truth. He believes that it is the truth that gives substance to o |
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Praise and Thanksgiving: Praise the Creator by Warren Wiersbe | In this sermon, the preacher focuses on Revelation chapter 4 and highlights the central theme of worship in heaven. The chapter describes John's arrival in heaven, where he sees a |
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Don’t Let Discouragement Take Your Strength by Carter Conlon | In this sermon, the preacher discusses the story of Joshua and the battle of Jericho. The Israelites are faced with a fortified city that they don't have the weaponry to fight agai |
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The Holiness of God by J. Glyn Owen | In this sermon, the speaker discusses the topic of the holiness of God. He emphasizes that holiness is not just a characteristic of God, but it also represents His will for His cre |
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Passionate for God's Holiness - Part 2 by John Piper | This sermon emphasizes the transformative power of understanding and embracing the holiness of God in our lives. It explores how the vision of God's holiness can be a rock and sour |
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Of the Holiness of God. by John Gill | John Gill emphasizes the holiness of God as an essential and immutable attribute that defines His nature and essence. He explains that God's holiness is the foundation of His perfe |
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Attributes of God #10 "The Perfection of God" by A.W. Tozer | A.W. Tozer emphasizes the perfection of God, arguing that true beauty and excellence can only be found in Him. He reflects on the gains and losses in modern Christianity, noting th |