What does Psalm 135:3 mean?
What is the meaning of Psalm 135:3?

Hallelujah

“Praise the LORD” is the opening call that sets the tone for wholehearted worship.

Psalm 146–150 repeatedly begin with the same word, urging an unbroken lifestyle of praise.

Revelation 19:1–6 shows heaven echoing this cry, reminding us that praise now is practice for eternity.

Psalm 113:1 adds that servants of the LORD are especially charged to take up this anthem, making praise our shared vocation.


for the LORD is good

The psalmist grounds worship in God’s unchanging character.

Psalm 100:5 declares, “For the LORD is good; His loving devotion endures forever,” linking goodness with covenant love.

James 1:17 affirms that every good and perfect gift comes from the Father, so praising Him is simply recognizing reality.

Exodus 34:6–7 shows God proclaiming His own goodness to Moses, highlighting mercy, grace, and patience as defining traits.


sing praises to His name

Praise moves from declaration to joyful expression.

Ephesians 5:19 encourages speaking to one another “with psalms, hymns, and spiritual songs,” letting worship shape community life.

Psalm 33:1–3 calls for “skillful” music—undistracted excellence that reflects the worth of the One we worship.

Acts 16:25 depicts Paul and Silas singing hymns in prison, proving that praise is possible in every circumstance.


for it is lovely

His name—the revelation of who He is—is described as delightful, beautiful, desirable.

Psalm 27:4 speaks of gazing on “the beauty of the LORD,” affirming that God Himself is the believer’s true attraction.

• Songs 1:3 says, “Your name is perfume poured out,” illustrating how God’s reputation brings refreshment and joy.

Philippians 2:9–11 promises that at the name of Jesus every knee will bow, showing that His lovely name carries ultimate authority and honor.


summary

Psalm 135:3 invites God’s people to a life saturated with praise: because God is undeniably good, His character deserves constant celebration. Singing turns that conviction into audible, shared joy, and His beautiful name supplies endless reasons for adoration.

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