Psalms 135:1

Psalms 135:1 Meaning and Explanation

Praise ye the LORD. Praise ye the name of the LORD; praise him, O ye servants of the LORD.

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Call all who serve God to praise His name repeatedly.

The Context of Psalms 135:1

The opening call to worship; establishes who should praise and how.

What Does Psalms 135:1 Mean?

The psalm opens with an urgent call to praise, addressed to those who serve in the house of God. The repetition of 'praise' emphasizes the importance and wholeness of worshiping God, not just intellectually acknowledging Him but expressing it openly.

Servants of the Lord include all believers—those who have devoted themselves to God's will and service. This opening invitation sets the tone for the entire psalm: to recognize God's greatness through active, voiced praise.

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What does Psalms 135:1 mean?

Call all who serve God to praise His name repeatedly.

What is the context of Psalms 135:1?

The opening call to worship; establishes who should praise and how.

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