4 pairs
Psalm 113:3 speaks of the name of the Lord being praised from the rising of the sun to its setting, which is echoed in Malachi 1:11 where it is prophesied that God's name will be great among the nations.
Thematic focusUniversal Worship, God's Glory.
Psalm 113:5-6 describes God as exalted and yet humbling Himself to behold the things in heaven and earth, similar to Isaiah 57:15 where God is described as high and lofty, yet dwelling with the humble.
Thematic focusGod's Majesty and Humility.
Psalm 113:7-8 speaks of God raising the poor from the dust and lifting the needy, which parallels Hannah's prayer in 1 Samuel 2:8 where God raises the poor and lifts the needy to sit with princes.
Thematic focusDivine Elevation, God's Care for the Humble.
Psalm 113:9 mentions God granting the barren woman a home and making her a joyful mother, reminiscent of God's promise and fulfillment to Sarah in Genesis 21:1-2.
Thematic focusGod's Faithfulness, Blessing of Children.