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Psalms 145:1

Made Simple — Modern English Translation

Translated by Verse Made Simple Editorial
KJV ORIGINAL
I will extol thee, my God, O king; and I will bless thy name for ever and ever.
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✦ MADE SIMPLE

I will praise you highly, my God, O King; and I will honor your name forever and ever.

⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE

The writer is declaring his commitment to praise God as his King and honor His name for all eternity.

📚 Historical Context

Psalm 145 is attributed to King David and is part of the book of Psalms, a collection of ancient Hebrew songs and poems used in worship. In the historical context of ancient Israel, David, as a king and warrior, often composed psalms to express his personal devotion to God and to instruct others on praising the divine ruler. This verse reflects the cultural practice of acknowledging God as the ultimate sovereign, emphasizing eternal praise amid the challenges of life in a monarchy.

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