What is the meaning of Psalm 113:3? From where the sun rises “From the rising of the sun…” (Psalm 113:3). • This phrase highlights the eastern horizon, the very beginning of a new day. • Scripture often uses sunrise to picture fresh mercy and continual faithfulness (Lamentations 3:22-23; Malachi 4:2). • The psalmist affirms that as soon as light breaks, the call to praise has already begun—praise starts early and is rooted in God’s never-failing constancy (Psalm 5:3). to where it sets “…to its setting…” • The western horizon closes the cycle of daylight, signaling completeness and totality (Psalm 50:1). • God’s glory is not confined to a moment; it spans the entire course of every day (Joshua 1:9). • From dawn to dusk He remains sovereign, so our worship rightly spans the same breadth (Revelation 4:8). the name of the LORD “…the name of the LORD…” • “Name” represents God’s character—His holiness, love, justice, and power (Exodus 34:5-7). • The covenant name “LORD” (YHWH) reminds us of His self-existent, unchanging nature (Psalm 102:27; Hebrews 13:8). • Calling on His name aligns our hearts with who He truly is, just as Israel did in times of deliverance (Psalm 124:8). is praised “…is to be praised.” • Praise is both commanded and spontaneous (Psalm 100:4). • It involves words, songs, attitudes, and actions that exalt God (Psalm 147:1; Colossians 3:16-17). • Because His worthiness never diminishes, praise is always appropriate, whether in blessing or trial (Job 1:21; 1 Thessalonians 5:18). summary Psalm 113:3 teaches that from the first light of dawn until the final glow of sunset, every moment is an invitation to honor the LORD’s unchanging, covenant-keeping character. His name deserves continual praise because His mercy, power, and faithfulness span the whole day—and every day—without interruption. |
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