Psalm 148:13

Matthew Henry's Complete Commentary - Psalms 148:7-14

Considering that this earth, and the atmosphere that surrounds it, are the very sediment of the universe, it concerns us to enquire after those considerations that may be of use to reconcile us to our place in it; and I know none more likely than this (next to the visit which the Son of God once made to it), that even in this world, dark and as bad as it is, God is praised: Praise you the Lord from the earth, Ps. 148:7. As the rays of the sun, which are darted directly from heaven, reflect... read more

John Gill

John Gills Exposition of the Bible Commentary - Psalms 148:13

Let them praise the name of the Lord , His nature and perfections, and celebrate the glory of them; and his wonderful works, and the blessings of his goodness, both of providence and grace; even all the above creatures and things, celestial and terrestrial, for the following reasons; for his name alone is excellent ; the name of the Lord is himself, who is excellent in power, wisdom, goodness, truth, and faithfulness, and in all other perfections of his nature; his works, by which he is... read more

Adam Clarke

Adam Clarke's Commentary on the Bible - Psalms 148:13

Let them - All already specified, praise the name of Jehovah, because he excels all beings: and his glory, as seen in creating, preserving, and governing all things, is על al , upon or over, the earth and heaven. All space and place, as well as the beings found in them, show forth the manifold wisdom and goodness of God. read more

Spence, H. D. M., etc.

The Pulpit Commentary - Psalms 148:1-14

Spence, H. D. M., etc.

The Pulpit Commentary - Psalms 148:1-14

The tribute of creation. The psalmist writes in a very jubilant strain; his mood is that of exultation. The sunshine of prosperity is on his path, and consequently the spirit of sacred joy is in his heart, and words of praise upon his lips. He calls upon the whole universe to pay its tribute of praise to Jehovah. This includes— I. THE HEAVENLY INTELLIGENCES . ( Psalms 148:2 .) It is in full accord with all that we read in both the Old and the New Testament that we think of the... read more

Spence, H. D. M., etc.

The Pulpit Commentary - Psalms 148:7-14

The Creator and his creatures. "The psalmist calls upon the whole creation, in its two great divisions of heaven and earth, to praise God. Things with and things without life, things rational and irrational, are summoned to join the mighty chorus. The psalm is an expression of the loftiest devotion, and embraces the most comprehensive view of the relation of the creature to the Creator." I. IRRATIONAL CREATURES OF THE SEA , LAND , AND AIR ARE BIDDEN INTO THE ... read more

Spence, H. D. M., etc.

The Pulpit Commentary - Psalms 148:11-13

The leaders of the nature-choir. The Church appears as the choir-leader of the universe. "Both sexes and all ages are summoned to the blessed service of song. Those who usually make merry together are to be devoutly joyful together; those who make up the ends of families, that is to say, the elders and the juveniles, should make the Lord their one and only End. Old men should, by their experience, teach the children to praise; and children, by their cheerfulness, should excite old men to... read more

Spence, H. D. M., etc.

The Pulpit Commentary - Psalms 148:13

Let them praise the Name of the Lord . This is the burden of the entire psalm (see especially Psalms 148:5 , and comp. Psalms 148:1-4 , Psalms 148:7 , and Psalms 148:14 ). For his Name alone is excellent ; or, "exalted" (comp. Psalms 8:1 ; Isaiah 12:4 ). The exaltation of God's Name is effected mainly by the praises which his rational creatures render to him. His glory is above the earth and heaven . (On God's "glory," see Psalms 8:1 ; Psalms 19:1 ; Psalms 57:5 , ... read more

Albert Barnes

Albert Barnes' Notes on the Whole Bible - Psalms 148:13

Let them praise the name of the Lord - Let them praise Yahweh - the name being often put for the person.For his name alone is excellent - Margin, as in Hebrew, exalted. He only is exalted as God. See the notes at Psalms 8:1 : “O Lord, our Lord, how excellent is thy name in all the earth!”His glory is above the earth and heaven - Compare the notes at Psalms 113:4 : “The Lord is high above all nations, and his glory above the heavens.” See also the notes at Psalms 8:1 : “Who hast set thy glory... read more

Joseph Benson

Joseph Benson's Commentary of the Old and New Testaments - Psalms 148:13-14

Psalms 148:13-14. Let them praise, &c. Let them acknowledge and celebrate the wisdom, goodness, and power of the Lord; for his name alone is excellent For how great soever any other beings may be, there is none equal to him, whose most excellent majesty infinitely surpasses that of all other beings; and whose glory is above the earth and heaven Above all that the earth or heaven can utter of him. He also exalteth the horn of his people And so great is God’s condescension unto us,... read more

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