Psalms 138:2

Arabic 2016 (الكِتاب المُقَدَّس: التَّرْجَمَةُ العَرَبِيَّةُ المُبَسَّطَةُ)

أنحَنِي تُجَاهَ هَيْكَلِكَ المُقَدَّسِ. وَأُحمَدُ اسْمَكَ مِنْ أجْلِ أمَانَتِكَ وَمَحَبَّتِكَ. لِأنَّكَ رَفَعْتَ اسْمَكَ وَكَلِمَتَكَ فَوْقَ كُلِّ شَيءٍ.

What Does This Mean?

This verse expresses the speaker's intention to worship God in His temple and to praise Him for His lovingkindness and truth. It also highlights that God values His word above everything else. The speaker is David, expressing his devotion and reverence for God.

Explained for Children

Imagine you have a favorite toy that you love very much. Now think of God like that favorite toy, but even better. This verse is like saying, 'I love playing with my favorite toy because it's so nice to me and always does what it says it will do. And I love it even more because it's better than anything else I have.'

Historical Background

This verse is from the Book of Psalms, written by King David, a prominent figure in Jewish history. David wrote this as a personal expression of his devotion to God. It was meant for the people of Israel, reflecting their cultural practices of worship and reverence for God's word.

Living It Out Today

Imagine you are a student who values your teacher's words. You might say, 'I will always respect what my teacher says because they are kind and honest with me, and I know their words are important.' This reflects the same idea of respecting and valuing God's word above all else.

Topics

• worship
• devotion
• truth
• love
• respect
• word of God

Related Verses

• John 14:15
• Exodus 19:5
• 2 Timothy 2:15
• Psalm 119:105
• Deuteronomy 4:2

Frequently Asked Questions

Who is the speaker in Psalms 138:2?

The speaker in this verse is King David, expressing his devotion and praise to God.

What does 'magnified thy word above all thy name' mean?

This phrase means that God values His word as the highest form of communication, showing that His promises and teachings are more important than any reputation or fame.

How can I apply Psalms 138:2 to my daily life?

You can apply this verse by showing respect and devotion to God's word in your daily decisions and actions, recognizing its importance above all else.

What is the historical context of Psalms 138:2?

This verse was written by King David, reflecting the cultural and religious practices of ancient Israel where worship and reverence for God's word were central to their faith.