What is the meaning of Psalm 145:5? The glorious splendor of Your majesty “On the glorious splendor of Your majesty…” (Psalm 145:5) • David’s words invite us to pause and see God as He truly is—radiant, unrivaled, and magnificent, like the dazzling throne scene of Isaiah 6:1–3 or the brilliant description in Revelation 4:2–3. • Glory and splendor point to qualities that belong to God alone; 1 Chronicles 29:11 echoes, “Yours, O LORD, is the greatness, the power and the glory.” • Majesty emphasizes His sovereign rule (Psalm 93:1–2) and His overwhelming beauty (Psalm 96:6). • When believers behold this splendor, awe naturally follows—just as Moses removed his sandals before the burning bush (Exodus 3:5) and Peter fell at Jesus’ knees after the miraculous catch (Luke 5:8). • Seeing God’s grandeur strengthens trust. If His glory fills heaven and earth (Psalm 8:1), no earthly threat can shake those who belong to Him (Psalm 46:1–3). And I will meditate on Your wondrous works “…and on Your wondrous works, I will meditate.” (Psalm 145:5) • Meditation means lingering thought, turning God’s deeds over in the mind with gratitude, like Mary “treasuring up all these things” (Luke 2:19). • Scripture often pairs remembering with faith: “I will remember the works of the LORD; yes, I will remember Your wonders of old. I will reflect on all You have done” (Psalm 77:11–12). • God’s “wondrous works” include creation (Psalm 19:1), redemption from Egypt (Exodus 15:13), sustaining providence (Nehemiah 9:19–21), and the saving cross of Christ (Romans 5:8). • Practical ways to meditate: – Read passages like Psalm 136 aloud, noting each repeated “His love endures forever.” – Keep a journal of answered prayers, echoing 1 Samuel 7:12’s “Thus far the LORD has helped us.” – Share testimonies in community, fulfilling Psalm 145:4: “One generation shall declare Your works to the next.” • Such meditation fuels worship (Psalm 103:1–5), renews hope (Lamentations 3:21–23), and guards against forgetfulness (Deuteronomy 4:9). summary Psalm 145:5 calls believers first to gaze on God’s limitless majesty, then to dwell thoughtfully on His mighty deeds. By fixing our hearts on who He is and what He has done, we cultivate reverence, gratitude, and steadfast faith. |
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