Psalms 145:5 Meaning and Explanation
“I will speak of the glorious honour of thy majesty, and of thy wondrous works.”
King James Version (KJV)
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Read Full Chapter →The psalmist vows to declare God's glorious majesty and marvelous deeds.
The Context of Psalms 145:5
The psalmist pledges to publicly declare God's majestic character and wonderful deeds.
What Does Psalms 145:5 Mean?
The psalmist returns to first-person vow, intensifying the earlier commitments. 'Glorious honour' and 'majesty' are attributes that inspire awe—splendor that commands attention. 'Wondrous works' refers to God's actions that exceed ordinary expectation and understanding, displaying power and character in remarkable ways.
Speaking of these things is itself a form of worship and witness. The verb 'will speak' indicates active, intentional declaration—not silence or private meditation but public testimony. The parallel structure (majesty and works) shows that God's nature and his deeds are inseparable; one cannot truly know him without considering both.
Psalms 145:5 in the Original Language
hlel (הִלְלוּ), 'wonders' — things beyond normal understanding, marvels that inspire astonishment and prompt worship.
Frequently Asked Questions About Psalms 145:5
What does Psalms 145:5 mean?
The psalmist vows to declare God's glorious majesty and marvelous deeds.
What is the context of Psalms 145:5?
The psalmist pledges to publicly declare God's majestic character and wonderful deeds.