Psalms 104:1 Meaning and Explanation
“Bless the LORD, O my soul. O LORD my God, thou art very great; thou art clothed with honour and majesty.”
King James Version (KJV)
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Read Full Chapter →The psalmist calls his own soul to praise God for His greatness and majestic attributes.
The Context of Psalms 104:1
This verse opens Psalm 104, a praise psalm celebrating God's creative power and providential care for all creation.
What Does Psalms 104:1 Mean?
The opening invocation addresses the speaker's inner self, the soul, as the subject of blessing. This is not asking God for blessing but commanding the soul itself to bless, acknowledge, and celebrate the Lord. The phrase 'O my soul' indicates an inward turning, a deliberate self-exhortation to worship and remember God's nature.
The description of God as clothed with honour and majesty emphasizes His transcendent greatness. God is depicted not as distant but as visibly adorned with these attributes, as if they are garments He wears. This imagery establishes the tone of the entire psalm: creation itself will be shown as the expression of God's awesome power and design.
Frequently Asked Questions About Psalms 104:1
What does Psalms 104:1 mean?
The psalmist calls his own soul to praise God for His greatness and majestic attributes.
What is the context of Psalms 104:1?
This verse opens Psalm 104, a praise psalm celebrating God's creative power and providential care for all creation.