Psalms 148:13 Meaning and Explanation
“Let them praise the name of the LORD: for his name alone is excellent; his glory is above the earth and heaven.”
King James Version (KJV)
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Read Full Chapter →All creation praises God's name because His excellence and glory transcend all creation.
The Context of Psalms 148:13
The reason for all praise: God's transcendent excellence.
What Does Psalms 148:13 Mean?
This verse provides the central theological reason for universal praise: the LORD's name is alone excellent, meaning incomparable and supreme. His glory—His manifest presence and character—is above the earth and heaven, suggesting that nothing created compares to Him. The repetition of 'praise the name' echoes verse 5 and reinforces the psalm's central theme.
By stating that His glory exceeds all earthly and heavenly realms combined, the psalmist establishes God's transcendence while also affirming that all creation recognizes this reality. The excellence of God's name means that praise is not merely one option among many but is the only appropriate response to His supreme reality.
Psalms 148:13 in the Original Language
shaym (שֵׁם), 'name' — not merely a label but the revelation of God's character and identity.
Frequently Asked Questions About Psalms 148:13
What does Psalms 148:13 mean?
All creation praises God's name because His excellence and glory transcend all creation.
What is the context of Psalms 148:13?
The reason for all praise: God's transcendent excellence.