Psalms 135:13

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Psalms 135:13 in Multiple Translations

Berean Standard Bible BSB

Your name, O LORD, endures forever, Your renown, O LORD, through all generations.

King James Version KJV

Thy name, O LORD, endureth for ever; and thy memorial, O LORD, throughout all generations.

American Standard Version ASV

Thy name, O Jehovah, endureth for ever; Thy memorial name, O Jehovah, throughout all generations.

Bible in Basic English BBE

O Lord, your name is eternal; and the memory of you will have no end.

Free Bible Version FBV

Your reputation, Lord, stands forever; you, Lord, are remembered for all generations.

Geneva Bible 1599 GNV

Thy Name, O Lord, endureth for euer: O Lord, thy remembrance is from generation to generation.

Young's Literal Translation YLT

O Jehovah, Thy name [is] to the age, O Jehovah, Thy memorial to all generations.

World English Bible WEB

Your name, LORD, endures forever; your renown, LORD, throughout all generations.

Noah Webster Bible WBS

Thy name, O LORD, endureth for ever; and thy memorial, O LORD, throughout all generations.

Douay-Rheims 1899 DRV

Who divided the Red Sea into parts: for his mercy endureth for ever.

Translation for Translators T4T

Yahweh your name will endure forever, and people who are not yet born will remember the great things that you have done.

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Psalms 135:13 Interlinear (Deep Study)

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HEB יְ֭הוָה שִׁמְ/ךָ֣ לְ/עוֹלָ֑ם יְ֝הוָ֗ה זִכְרְ/ךָ֥ לְ/דֹר וָ/דֹֽר

יְ֭הוָה Yᵉhôvâh H3068 The Lord N-proper

שִׁמְ/ךָ֣ shêm H8034 name N-ms | Suff

לְ/עוֹלָ֑ם ʻôwlâm H5769 forever Prep | N-ms

יְ֝הוָ֗ה Yᵉhôvâh H3068 The Lord N-proper

זִכְרְ/ךָ֥ zêker H2143 memorial N-ms | Suff

לְ/דֹר dôwr H1755 generation Prep | N-ms

וָ/דֹֽר dôwr H1755 generation Conj | N-ms

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Hebrew Word Reference — Psalms 135:13

יְ֭הוָה Yᵉhôvâh H3068 "The Lord" N-proper

Yehovah is another name for God, often translated as 'the Lord'. It is a national name for God in the Jewish faith. This name is used throughout the Old Testament.

Definition: Another name of ye.ru.sha.laim (יְרוּשָׁלִַ֫ם, יְרוּשְׁלֵם "Jerusalem" H3389)

Usage: Occurs in 5522 OT verses. KJV: Jehovah, the Lord. Compare H3050 (יָהּ), H3069 (יְהֹוִה). See also: Genesis 2:4; Genesis 24:42; Exodus 8:8.

שִׁמְ/ךָ֣ shêm H8034 "name" N-ms | Suff

In the Bible, a name represents a person's identity, honor, and character, like God's name symbolizing His power and authority. It appears in Genesis and other books, often referring to God's name or a person's reputation. This concept is central to understanding biblical identity.

Definition: 1) name 1a) name 1b) reputation, fame, glory 1c) the Name (as designation of God) 1d) memorial, monument Aramaic equivalent: shum (שֻׁם "name" H8036)

Usage: Occurs in 771 OT verses. KJV: [phrase] base, (in-) fame(-ous), named(-d), renown, report. See also: Genesis 2:11; Exodus 3:15; Deuteronomy 16:6.

לְ/עוֹלָ֑ם ʻôwlâm H5769 "forever" Prep | N-ms

This word means forever or always, describing something that lasts an eternity. It is used in the Bible to describe God's eternal nature and his lasting promises.

Definition: : old/ancient 1) long duration, antiquity, futurity, for ever, ever, everlasting, evermore, perpetual, old, ancient, world 1a) ancient time, long time (of past) 1b) (of future) 1b1) for ever, always 1b2) continuous existence, perpetual 1b3) everlasting, indefinite or unending future, eternity

Usage: Occurs in 413 OT verses. KJV: alway(-s), ancient (time), any more, continuance, eternal, (for, (n-)) ever(-lasting, -more, of old), lasting, long (time), (of) old (time), perpetual, at any time, (beginning of the) world ([phrase] without end). Compare H5331 (נֶצַח), H5703 (עַד). See also: Genesis 3:22; 1 Kings 8:13; Psalms 5:12.

יְ֝הוָ֗ה Yᵉhôvâh H3068 "The Lord" N-proper

Yehovah is another name for God, often translated as 'the Lord'. It is a national name for God in the Jewish faith. This name is used throughout the Old Testament.

Definition: Another name of ye.ru.sha.laim (יְרוּשָׁלִַ֫ם, יְרוּשְׁלֵם "Jerusalem" H3389)

Usage: Occurs in 5522 OT verses. KJV: Jehovah, the Lord. Compare H3050 (יָהּ), H3069 (יְהֹוִה). See also: Genesis 2:4; Genesis 24:42; Exodus 8:8.

זִכְרְ/ךָ֥ zêker H2143 "memorial" N-ms | Suff

This Hebrew word means a memorial or remembrance, often referring to a reminder of something important, like a scent or a memory. It appears in the Bible to describe memorials to God. The word is used to recall significant events or people.

Definition: 1) memorial, remembrance 1a) remembrance, memory 1b) memorial

Usage: Occurs in 23 OT verses. KJV: memorial, memory, remembrance, scent. See also: Exodus 3:15; Psalms 102:13; Psalms 6:6.

לְ/דֹר dôwr H1755 "generation" Prep | N-ms

This word refers to a period of time or a generation of people. It is used in the Bible to describe a group of people living at the same time. In the book of Psalms, it describes a generation of people who follow God.

Definition: 1) period, generation, habitation, dwelling 1a) period, age, generation (period of time) 1b) generation (those living during a period) 1c) generation (characterised by quality, condition, class of men) 1d) dwelling-place, habitation Aramaic equivalent: dar (דָּר "generation" H1859)

Usage: Occurs in 127 OT verses. KJV: age, [idiom] evermore, generation, (n-) ever, posterity. See also: Genesis 6:9; Esther 9:28; Psalms 10:6.

וָ/דֹֽר dôwr H1755 "generation" Conj | N-ms

Usage: Occurs in 127 OT verses. KJV: age, [idiom] evermore, generation, (n-) ever, posterity. See also: Genesis 6:9; Esther 9:28; Psalms 10:6.

Study Notes — Psalms 135:13

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Context
Cross References
Psalms 135:13 Summary
Frequently Asked Questions
Reflection Questions
Gill's Exposition on Psalms 135:13
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Psalms 135:13
Matthew Poole's Commentary on Psalms 135:13
Trapp's Commentary on Psalms 135:13
Ellicott's Commentary on Psalms 135:13
Cambridge Bible on Psalms 135:13
Barnes' Notes on Psalms 135:13
Sermons on Psalms 135:13

Context — Give Praise, O Servants of the LORD

11Sihon king of the Amorites, Og king of Bashan, and all the kings of Canaan. 12He gave their land as an inheritance, as a heritage to His people Israel.

13Your name, O LORD, endures forever, Your renown, O LORD, through all generations.

14For the LORD will vindicate His people and will have compassion on His servants. 15The idols of the nations are silver and gold, made by the hands of men.

Cross References

	Reference	Text (BSB)
1	Psalms 102:12	But You, O LORD, sit enthroned forever; Your renown endures to all generations.
2	Exodus 3:15	God also told Moses, “Say to the Israelites, ‘The LORD, the God of your fathers—the God of Abraham, the God of Isaac, and the God of Jacob—has sent me to you.’ This is My name forever, and this is how I am to be remembered in every generation.
3	Psalms 8:1	O LORD, our Lord, how majestic is Your name in all the earth! You have set Your glory above the heavens.
4	Psalms 8:9	O LORD, our Lord, how majestic is Your name in all the earth!
5	Psalms 72:17	May his name endure forever; may his name continue as long as the sun shines. In him may all nations be blessed; may they call him blessed.
6	Matthew 6:9	So then, this is how you should pray: ‘Our Father in heaven, hallowed be Your name.
7	Exodus 34:5–7	And the LORD descended in a cloud, stood with him there, and proclaimed His name, the LORD. Then the LORD passed in front of Moses and called out: “The LORD, the LORD God, is compassionate and gracious, slow to anger, abounding in loving devotion and faithfulness, maintaining loving devotion to a thousand generations, forgiving iniquity, transgression, and sin. Yet He will by no means leave the guilty unpunished; He will visit the iniquity of the fathers on their children and grandchildren to the third and fourth generations.”
8	Hosea 12:5	the LORD is the God of Hosts— the LORD is His name of renown.
9	Psalms 102:21	that they may proclaim the name of the LORD in Zion and praise Him in Jerusalem,
10	Psalms 89:1	I will sing of the loving devotion of the LORD forever; with my mouth I will proclaim Your faithfulness to all generations.

Psalms 135:13 Summary

This verse tells us that God's name, or His reputation and character, will last forever, and that people will always remember and honor Him. This means that God is constant and unchanging, unlike the things of this world, which are temporary and fleeting (Psalms 102:26-27). Just like how a famous person's name can be remembered for generations, God's name will always be remembered and revered. By recognizing this, we can have confidence in God's power and love for us, and we can trust Him with our lives (Isaiah 40:28).

Frequently Asked Questions

What does it mean for God's name to endure forever?

This means that God's reputation and character will never change or fade, as stated in Psalms 102:27, where it says God remains the same forever.

Why is it important to acknowledge God's renown through all generations?

Acknowledging God's renown through all generations helps us recognize His timeless nature and sovereignty, as seen in Isaiah 46:10, where God declares His plans will stand forever.

How does this verse relate to the preceding context about the kings of Canaan?

The preceding context highlights God's power and authority over all nations, and this verse serves as a declaration of God's eternal nature and fame, which surpasses the temporary kingdoms of this world, as seen in Psalms 96:5, where idols are contrasted with the one true God.

What does this verse teach us about our responsibility to pass on God's reputation to future generations?

This verse teaches us that we have a responsibility to proclaim God's name and renown to future generations, as commanded in Deuteronomy 4:9-10, where parents are instructed to teach God's laws to their children.

Reflection Questions

How can I, in my own life, help to spread God's renown to the next generation?
In what ways have I experienced God's eternal and unchanging nature in my own life?
What are some practical ways I can declare God's name and fame in my daily interactions with others?
How does recognizing God's eternal nature impact my trust and faith in Him during difficult times?

Gill's Exposition on Psalms 135:13

Thy name, O Lord, [endureth] for ever,.... The Lord himself endures for ever, in his nature, being, and perfections; and the fame of him, the fame of those acts of power and goodness before

Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Psalms 135:13

Thy name, O LORD, endureth for ever; and thy memorial, O LORD, throughout all generations. Thy name, O Lord, endureth forever.

Matthew Poole's Commentary on Psalms 135:13

These wonderful works of thine shall never be forgotten. The land which thou gavest us, , and which we yet enjoy, is an everlasting monument of thy power and goodness, and an obligation and encouragement to trust in thee in all our present or future difficulties.

Trapp's Commentary on Psalms 135:13

Psalms 135:13 Thy name, O LORD, [endureth] for ever; [and] thy memorial, O LORD, throughout all generations.Ver. 13. Thy name, O Lord, &c.] Else, O nos ingratos!

Ellicott's Commentary on Psalms 135:13

(13) This verse is from Exodus 3:15.

Cambridge Bible on Psalms 135:13

13–18. Jehovah is eternally the same, and will not forget His people; whereas the impotent gods of the heathen cannot protect their worshippers.

Barnes' Notes on Psalms 135:13

Thy name, O Lord, endureth for ever - Thou art the ever-living, the unchanging God. The generations of people pass away; the kingdoms of the earth change; the idols perish, but thou art the same.

Sermons on Psalms 135:13

	Sermon	Description
	Even So Come Lord Jesus - Part 1 by Art Katz	In this sermon, the speaker reflects on the loss of humanity in a group of men who are involved in producing expensive fighter bombers. He emphasizes that this is God's final act i
	The Holy Ark of God by Art Katz	In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the need for a fire to fall upon us before it can fall upon the congregation. He calls for a sacrifice of purity, praise, and righteousness t
	Span-09 Apostolic & Prophetic Foundations 6 of 8 by Art Katz	In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the importance of living in the power of the doctrine of God rather than just knowing the truth. He shares a personal experience of falling a
	(2006 Heart-Cry) Prayer and Revival Through History - Part 2 by Mack Tomlinson	In this sermon, a young actor in New York City shares his testimony of how he embraced Jesus Christ through attending prayer meetings for two months. He describes his life as sad a
	The Significance of Israel 1980 by Lance Lambert	In this sermon, the preacher discusses a vision from the book of Daniel in which a son of man is given dominion and a kingdom that will never be destroyed. The preacher then connec
	Eternity of God by Edward Payson	Edward Payson delves into the eternal nature of God, challenging the congregation to grasp the concept of a Being without a beginning or end. He emphasizes that God's existence tra
	(Exodus) Exodus 3:14-22 by J. Vernon McGee	In this sermon, the speaker discusses the procedure that Moses is instructed to follow in order to deliver the Israelites from Egypt. Moses is to gather the elders of Israel and in