Psalms 145:4

"Great is the LORD, and greatly to be praised! His greatness is unsearchable."

Key Reflection

In the context of ancient Israel, Psalm 145:4 emphasizes the divine attributes and praise-worthy nature of God, highlighting His overwhelming greatness that surpasses human comprehension. The phrase "His greatness is unsearchable" would have resonated deeply with the original audience, conveying a sense of God's infinite majesty and the futility of trying to fully grasp or measure His power and wisdom, reinforcing the idea that He transcends human limitations.

From the Scholars: Barnes' Notes

One generation shall praise thy works ... -Shall praise thee on account of thy works or thy doings. That is, Thy praise shall be always kept up on the earth. See the notes atIsaiah 38:19; notes atPsalms 19:2. One generation shall transmit the knowledge of thy works to another by praise - by hymns and psalms recording and celebrating thy praise. Successive generations of people shall take up the language of praise, and it shall thus be transmitted to the end of time. And shall declare thy mighty acts -Thy works of strength or power.

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