Psalm 135

Psalm 135 Meaning

Psalm 135 calls the servants of the LORD to praise Him for His goodness and for choosing His people, recounting His mighty acts in creation and in the exodus.

It mocks the lifeless idols of the nations and calls all the households of God's people to bless the LORD.

Key verses from Psalm 135

“Praise ye the LORD. Praise ye the name of the LORD; praise him, O ye servants of the LORD.”
Psalm 135:1

“Praise the LORD; for the LORD is good: sing praises unto his name; for it is pleasant.”
Psalm 135:3

“For I know that the LORD is great, and that our Lord is above all gods.”
Psalm 135:5

“Thy name, O LORD, endureth for ever; and thy memorial, O LORD, throughout all generations.”
Psalm 135:13

How Psalm 135 points to Jesus

The God who chose His people and displayed His power in the exodus draws near in Jesus. He is worthy of the praise this psalm calls forth from every household.

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