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    Psalms 145 (KJV)

    Read Psalms chapter 145 in the King James Version of the Holy Bible.

    Psalms 145

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    Psalm 145:3

    "Great is the LORD, and greatly to be praised; and his greatn…"

    Psalm 145:9

    "The LORD is good to all: and his tender mercies are over all…"

    Psalm 145:18

    "The LORD is nigh unto all them that call upon him, to all th…"

    Psalm 145:8

    "The LORD is gracious, and full of compassion; slow to anger,…"

    Psalm 145:17

    "The LORD is righteous in all his ways, and holy in all his w…"

    Psalm 145:19

    "He will fulfil the desire of them that fear him: he also wil…"

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    Psalms 145 Summary

    Psalm 145 is David's final praise psalm — an acrostic hymn that systematically exalts God's greatness, goodness, and kingdom. 'Great is the LORD, and greatly to be praised; and his greatness is unsearchable.' David commits to praise God every day and invites each generation to declare God's mighty acts to the next.

    The psalm celebrates God's compassion: 'The LORD is gracious, and full of compassion; slow to anger, and of great mercy. The LORD is good to all: and his tender mercies are over all his works.' God upholds the falling, raises the bowed down, opens His hand to satisfy every living thing, and is near to all who call upon Him in truth. The psalm is a comprehensive portrait of a God who is both infinitely great and intimately caring.

    Key Themes

    God's GreatnessGenerational PraiseCompassionGod's Kingdom

    Key Verses in Psalms 145

    "Great is the LORD, and greatly to be praised; and his greatness is unsearchable."

    — Psalms 145:3

    No matter how deeply you study God, there is always more — His greatness has no bottom.

    "The LORD is gracious, and full of compassion; slow to anger, and of great mercy. The LORD is good to all."

    — Psalms 145:8-9

    God's character summarized — gracious, compassionate, patient, merciful, and universally good.

    "The LORD is nigh unto all them that call upon him, to all that call upon him in truth."

    — Psalms 145:18

    God's nearness is available to everyone who genuinely calls — proximity requires sincerity, not perfection.

    Life Application

    Psalm 145 challenges you to make praise a daily practice, not just a crisis response. And pass it on — tell the next generation about God's mighty acts. The God who opens His hand to feed all creation is near to you when you call sincerely.

    Frequently Asked Questions

    Why is Psalm 145 considered David's last psalm?

    Psalm 145 is the last psalm attributed to David in the Psalter. Its comprehensive praise — covering God's greatness, kingdom, compassion, and faithfulness — serves as David's final word on the character of the God he served and worshipped throughout his life.

    What does 'slow to anger' mean?

    The Hebrew literally means 'long of nostrils' — a metaphor for patience (the image of slow, measured breathing versus the quick snorting of anger). God is not quick-tempered. He gives abundant time for repentance before judgment, demonstrating His desire for mercy over punishment.

    Psalm 145 Commentary & Reflection

    Praise
    Exalted, worshipful

    Best read for: Worship, teaching children, praise

    Overview of Psalm 145: Great Is the Lord

    Psalm 145 is David's final hymn of praise — an acrostic celebration of God's greatness, grace, and kingdom. It declares that God is great beyond understanding, gracious and compassionate, faithful in all His promises, and near to all who call upon Him. Every generation is called to commend God's works to the next. It is a fitting crescendo to David's psalmic legacy.

    Key Themes

    Greatness
    Grace
    Kingdom
    Generational Faith

    Key Verses to Remember

    “Great is the LORD, and greatly to be praised; and his greatness is unsearchable.”
    — Psalm 145:3 (KJV)
    “The LORD is nigh unto all them that call upon him, to all that call upon him in truth.”
    — Psalm 145:18 (KJV)

    Reflection

    God's greatness is 'unsearchable' — you'll never exhaust reasons to praise Him. This psalm challenges each generation to actively pass on the story of God's works. What has God done that the next generation needs to hear about?

    Historical Context

    David's final acrostic psalm and his final recorded composition—a fitting conclusion to his lyrical legacy. Every verse praises God's greatness, beginning with 'I will extol You, my God, O King.' The declaration 'The Lord is near to all who call upon Him' summarizes David's lifetime experience of prayer.

    How to Apply Psalm 145 Today

    If this were the last psalm you ever read, it would be enough. It contains everything: God's greatness, His tender care, His faithfulness to all generations, His nearness to all who call, His provision for every living thing. Make this psalm your life summary: 'My mouth shall speak the praise of the Lord.'

    A Prayer from Psalm 145

    I will extol You, my God, O King, and I will bless Your name forever and ever. Great is the Lord, and greatly to be praised; and His greatness is unsearchable. The Lord is gracious and full of compassion, slow to anger and great in mercy. The Lord is near to all who call upon Him. My mouth shall speak the praise of the Lord. Amen.

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