Blessed be the Name of the Lord – Don Moen

 

Bible Reading Psalm 113:2

Blessed be the name of the LORD both now and forevermore.

Blessed Be The Name Of The LORD is found in various Bibles, including the King James Bible, the New Heart English Bible, the American Standard Version, the Berean Study Bible. It can also be found in the King James Bible and the World English translation.

The term “blessed” is used in several different ways. The Young’s Literal Translation says, “Blessed be the name of the LORD, from this time forth and forever.” Other translations read, “Blessed be the name, God, from this time forth and for all generations.” Whatever the translation of this phrase, it is clear that it is a blessing that we should not miss.

Psalms are one of the best examples of eternal truths. They were written to individuals and communities and declared that salvation is in the name of the Lord. They also said that their names should be blessed by the Lord because this is the true worship of the Creator of the Universe. They are the only ones who can praise Him. So if you want to experience the joy of knowing the Lord, he is yours.

In the Hebrews, this verse refers to the Lamb who was sacrificed before the foundation of the earth. Jesus, as the Lamb who takes away the sin of the world, was the Lamb slain before the foundations of the earth. It is a defining theme of His entire mission. The Lord’s name is exalted above all nations and over the heavens and the earth.

The psalmist praises the Lord throughout the day, urging us to “praise the LORD” in every moment of our lives. We can do so by speaking the name of the Lord aloud and focusing on His loving, benevolent, and merciful ways. This passage also teaches us to be aware of the poor, the needy, and the marginalized.

Blessed be the LORD God of Israel from everlasting

In Psalm 41:13, we see that God is in covenant with Israel. He has done great things for his people, and He will do even greater things in the future. Whether it is a miracle that has already happened, the Lord is faithful to his people and will continue to do so. As Psalm 72:18 says, “Blessed be the LORD God of Israel, from everlasting and to all eternity!”

Blessed be the Name of the Lord - Don Moen

This language of praise recognizes the LORD as a source of mercies and deserves universal praise. This phrase is commonly found at the end of one of the five books of the Psalms. The word Israel is a reference to the people of God who descended from Jacob. The text demonstrates that the LORD has a great love for his people. The Hebrew text uses the words Yahweh, Adonai, and Elohim.

Jewish translations have added the word “beyond” to this psalm. It is a common way to praise God and express gratitude. The NASB 1995, New Living Translation, and the English Standard Bible all have verses that say, “Blessed be the LORD God of Israel from everlasting to everlasting.” The King James Bible also adds the phrase, “be blessed from everlasting to everlasting!”

Blessed be His glorious name forever

The New American Standard Version says, “Blessed be His glorious name forever.” The King James Version also says that God fills the earth with His glory. All of us are to praise His glorious name and His holiness. Let the earth be filled with His glory! The Bible teaches that the glory of God will last forever.

The Psalms were originally intended for a monarchical period. When the Davidic Kingdom fell, the Psalms were reinterpreted. After the exile, they were reinterpreted for a modern audience. Now, the English Revised Version states, “Blessed be His glorious name forever.” 

Blessed be the Name of the Lord - Don Moen

The American Standard Version (ASV) says, “Blessed be His glorious name forever.” It is also known as the “BBE” translation. The BBE and DBY both say, “Blessed be His glorious and noble name!” The LXX translates the phrase in a slightly different way. The Bible in Basic English also includes the phrase “bless His holy name forever.”

The King James Version (KJV) and the English Revised Version both say, “Blessed be His glorious name forever.” Both versions of the Bible also use the word “amen” in a sentence. The Amen is a powerful expression of faith and desire. The repeated Amen demonstrates the psalmist’s zealous faith and the fervor of his desire.

Blessed Be The LORD Forever – Psalm 89:52

“Blessed be the LORD forever!” – Psalm 118:24. The heavens belong to the LORD. The earth belongs to the LORD. Tabor and Hermon praise the LORD. His mighty arm, powerful hand, and high right hand are a blessing. The throne is built on righteousness, steadfast love, and faithfulness. In His light and righteousness, people rejoice!

Blessed be the Name of the Lord - Don Moen

This psalm is full of blessing and praise. It is written by the prophet Isaiah, but the writer intended to comfort the mourner and entertain a more lively hope of deliverance. The psalm begins with a complaint, but the final verse ends with an acclamation of thanksgiving. The acclamation of gratitude will lead to the next psalm.

The name of the Lord is full of wisdom, might, and majesty. The name ‘Blessed be the LORD’ means “God is worthy of our praise!” This promises to us when we fall, so we don’t have to feel sorry for ourselves. It’s also a comfort in times of deep trials. We don’t need to be apprehensive about our circumstances because we can know our heavenly Father’s love and mercy.

Those who fear the Lord and believe in his steadfast love are blessed. The psalm also says, “Blessed be the LORD, who is the source of all goodness!” (Psalm 138:7, NLT) translates it as “Blessed be the LORD, forevermore.” If we are ever in need of assistance, God will be there to give us hope and strength.

Cross References:

Psalm 115:18

But it is we who will bless the LORD, both now and forevermore. Hallelujah!

Psalm 121:8

The LORD will watch over your coming and going, both now and forevermore.

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