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Psalms 135

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1Praise Yah! Praise Yahweh’s name! Praise him, you servants of Yahweh, 2you who stand in Yahweh’s house, in the courts of our God’s house. 3Praise Yah, for Yahweh is good. Sing praises to his name, for that is pleasant. 4For Yah has chosen Jacob for himself, Israel for his own possession. 5For I know that Yahweh is great, that our Lord is above all gods. 6Whatever Yahweh pleased, that he has done, in heaven and in earth, in the seas and in all deeps. 7He causes the clouds to rise from the ends of the earth. He makes lightnings with the rain. He brings the wind out of his treasuries. 8He struck the firstborn of Egypt, both of man and animal. 9He sent signs and wonders into the middle of you, Egypt, on Pharaoh, and on all his servants. 10He struck many nations, and killed mighty kings— 11Sihon king of the Amorites, Og king of Bashan, and all the kingdoms of Canaan— 12and gave their land for a heritage, a heritage to Israel, his people. 13Your name, Yahweh, endures forever; your renown, Yahweh, throughout all generations. 14For Yahweh will judge his people and have compassion on his servants. 15The idols of the nations are silver and gold, the work of men’s hands. 16They have mouths, but they can’t speak. They have eyes, but they can’t see. 17They have ears, but they can’t hear, neither is there any breath in their mouths. 18Those who make them will be like them, yes, everyone who trusts in them. 19House of Israel, praise Yahweh! House of Aaron, praise Yahweh! 20House of Levi, praise Yahweh! You who fear Yahweh, praise Yahweh! 21Blessed be Yahweh from Zion, who dwells in Jerusalem. Praise Yah!

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Overview

Psalms 135 is a powerful hymn of praise that emphasizes the greatness and sovereignty of the Lord. The psalm begins with a call to praise the Lord, inviting all servants of God to lift their voices in worship. The repeated exhortation to praise the name of the Lord highlights the importance of worship in the life of the believer. The psalmist declares that the Lord is good and His name is to be praised, reminding us of the joy and reverence that should accompany our worship. This chapter serves as a reminder that our praise is not just a duty but a delightful response to God's goodness and mercy.

The psalmist then contrasts the living God with the idols of the nations, emphasizing that while the idols are made by human hands and cannot speak, see, or hear, the Lord is the Creator of heaven and earth. This section underscores the futility of idolatry and the supremacy of God over all creation. The psalmist calls upon Israel to remember the mighty acts of God, including His deliverance from Egypt and His faithfulness throughout their history. The chapter concludes with a declaration of God's eternal reign and a final call for all people to bless the Lord, reinforcing the idea that true worship is rooted in recognizing God's power and presence in our lives.

In summary, Psalms 135 encourages believers to engage in heartfelt worship, to remember God's mighty deeds, and to reject the empty promises of idols. It serves as a reminder that our God is alive, powerful, and worthy of all praise. #Psalms #Praise #Worship #Idolatry #GodsSovereignty

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  1. Exodus 3:15v13Exodus 3:15 emphasizes God's eternal name and memorial, which is celebrated in Psalm 135:13, affirming God's enduring faithfulness and renown.
  2. Psalms 134:1v1Psalm 134:1 calls the servants of the Lord to bless Him, which is echoed in Psalm 135:1-2 where the servants are again called to praise the Lord in His house.

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