Psalms 92:1
Psalms 92:1 Meaning and Explanation
“IT IS A GOOD THING TO GIVE THANKS UNTO THE LORD, AND TO SING PRAISES UNTO THY NAME, O MOST HIGH:”
King James Version (KJV)
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Read Full Chapter →Gratitude and praise glorify God's name.
The Context of Psalms 92:1
Opening declaration of praise to God.
What Does Psalms 92:1 Mean?
The psalm opens with an emphatic declaration of what is 'good'—a foundational principle. Thanksgiving and praise are presented not as optional spiritual practices but as inherent goods, reflective of proper human response to divine presence and blessing.
Calling God by titles—'the LORD' and 'O MOST HIGH'—grounds praise in the nature of the God being addressed: sovereign, transcendent, and worthy of worship. This verse establishes the psalm's entire trajectory toward celebration.
Frequently Asked Questions About Psalms 92:1
What does Psalms 92:1 mean?
Gratitude and praise glorify God's name.
What is the context of Psalms 92:1?
Opening declaration of praise to God.