BibleTools
Psalms 113:5
Compare all
3 aFrom the rising of the sun to its going down
The Lord’s name is to be praised. 
4 The Lord is ahigh above all nations,
bHis glory above the heavens. 
5 aWho is like the Lord our God,
Who dwells on high, 
6 aWho humbles Himself to behold
The things that are in the heavens and in the earth? 
7 aHe raises the poor out of the dust,
And lifts the bneedy out of the ash heap, 
8 That He may aseat him with princes—
With the princes of His people. 
9 aHe grants the1 barren woman a home,
Like a joyful mother of children.
Praise the Lord! 
Commentaries:
Barnes' Notes
<< Psalms 113:4   Psalms 113:6 >>


Psalms 113:5

Who is like unto the Lord our God? - Who can be compared with Yahweh our God? See the notes at Isaiah 40:17-25. The meaning is, that no creature - no idol - can be compared with Yahweh. The remark here has special reference to his attributes as immediately specified - his humbling himself to behold the things in heaven and in earth; his raising up the poor, etc. It is true "in general," in regard to God, that no creature can be compared with him; it is true, in regard to each one of his attributes, that they are far above all created excellence.

Who dwelleth on high - Margin, "exalteth himself to dwell." Literally, "The one making high to sit." The language is applicable to one who is seated on a lofty throne. Compare Psalms 8:1. He has his dwelling - his throne - his permanent seat - in the heavens: so high and exalted that it requires infinite condescension to look upon the earth, or even upon the heavens.


 
<< Psalms 113:4   Psalms 113:6 >>

DISCLAIMER: Church of the Great God (CGG) provides these resources to aid the individual in studying the Bible. However, it is up to the individual to "prove all things, and hold fast to that which is good" (I Thessalonians 5:21). The content of these resources does not necessarily reflect the views of CGG. They are provided for information purposes only.

Join 137,059+ readers

A Verse and a Thought,
Every Morning

Consistent Bible study is hard to start.

The Berean gives you the starting point: one scripture and a focused commentary in your inbox each morning — read it in minutes, or go as deep as you like.

Free, daily, and spam-free. We never share your address. Unsubscribe anytime.

Close
E-mail This Page