Psalms 115:1

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Key Reflection

In Psalm 115:1-2, the psalmists urge that glory and thanksgiving be given to God alone, emphasizing His lovingkindness and truth. This opening stanza sets a tone of devotion and acknowledges God's sovereignty over all things, underscoring the spiritual importance of recognizing Him as the source of all blessing and worship.

From the Scholars: Barnes' Notes

Not unto us, O Lord, not unto us, but unto thy name give glory -This apparently abrupt commencement of the psalm was undoubtedly in reference to some circumstances which would be well understood at the time when the psalm was composed, but which cannot be definitely ascertained now. It seems to have been in view of some existing troubles, and the language at the same time expresses a hope of the divine interposition, and a feeling that the praise of such interposition would belong wholly to God. The phrase “give glory” means, give all the honor and praise. See the notes atPsalms 29:1-2.

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