Psa 113:1-3 | TNotes | STEP | Summary for Ps 113:1-118:29: Pss 113–118 These psalms form what is known as the “Egyptian Hallel” ( hallel means “praise”) because Jews use the collection in the celebration of Passover, which was instituted at the beginning of the exodus from Egypt. Psalms 113–114 are recited before the Passover meal and Pss 115–118 afterward. Summary for Ps 113:1-9: Ps 113 This hymn of praise exalts the greatness of the Lord’s name and glory. God is greatly exalted and glorious in heaven (113:4 ); he also stoops down to take care of the lowly and needy on earth (113:5-9 ). Summary for Ps 113:1-3: 113:1-3 The name of the Lord (Hebrew Yahweh; see Exod 3:15 ) reveals his being, character, and reputation. He is exalted in time ( now and forever ) and in space ( from east to west ).

aPss 113–118►

bPsalms 113–114►

cPss 115–118►

dPs 113►

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f113:5-9►

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hExod 3:15►

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Summary for Ps 113:1-118:29: Pss 113–118 ^a These psalms form what is known as the “Egyptian Hallel” (hallel means “praise”) because Jews use the collection in the celebration of Passover, which was instituted at the beginning of the exodus from Egypt. Psalms 113–114 ^b are recited before the Passover meal and Pss 115–118 ^c afterward.
Summary for Ps 113:1-9: Ps 113 ^d This hymn of praise exalts the greatness of the Lord’s name and glory. God is greatly exalted and glorious in heaven (113:4 ^e); he also stoops down to take care of the lowly and needy on earth (113:5-9 ^f).
Summary for Ps 113:1-3: 113:1-3 ^g The name of the Lord (Hebrew Yahweh; see Exod 3:15 ^h) reveals his being, character, and reputation. He is exalted in time (now and forever) and in space (from east to west).