Psalms 145:11
Psalms 145:11 in Multiple Translations
They will tell of the glory of Your kingdom and speak of Your might,
They shall speak of the glory of thy kingdom, and talk of thy power;
They shall speak of the glory of thy kingdom, And talk of thy power;
Their words will be of the glory of your kingdom, and their talk of your strength;
They will praise the glory of your kingdom, and talk about your power.
They shewe the glory of thy kingdome, and speake of thy power,
The honour of Thy kingdom they tell, And [of] Thy might they speak,
They will speak of the glory of your kingdom, and talk about your power,
They shall speak of the glory of thy kingdom, and talk of thy power;
They will tell others that you rule gloriously as our king and that you are very powerful.
Berean Amplified Bible — Psalms 145:11
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Psalms 145:11 Interlinear (Deep Study)
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כְּב֣וֹד
מַלְכוּתְ/ךָ֣
יֹאמֵ֑רוּ
וּ/גְבוּרָתְ/ךָ֥
יְדַבֵּֽרוּ
כְּב֣וֹד
kâbôwd
H3519
glory
N-cs
מַלְכוּתְ/ךָ֣
malkûwth
H4438
royalty
N-fs | Suff
יֹאמֵ֑רוּ
ʼâmar
H559
to say
V-Qal-Imperf-3mp
וּ/גְבוּרָתְ/ךָ֥
gᵉbûwrâh
H1369
might
Conj | N-fs | Suff
יְדַבֵּֽרוּ
dâbar
H1696
to speak
V-Piel-Imperf-3mp
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Hebrew Word Reference — Psalms 145:11
כְּב֣וֹד
kâbôwd
H3519
"glory"
N-cs
Glory refers to great honor or splendor, often used to describe God's majesty, as in Psalm 138:5 where David praises God's glorious name. It can also refer to wealth or abundance, like in Genesis 31:1 where Jacob's wealth is described.
Definition: 1) glory, honour, glorious, abundance 1a) abundance, riches 1b) honour, splendour, glory 1c) honour, dignity 1d) honour, reputation 1e) honour, reverence, glory 1f) glory
Usage: Occurs in 189 OT verses. KJV: glorious(-ly), glory, honour(-able). See also: Genesis 31:1; Psalms 113:4; Psalms 3:4.
מַלְכוּתְ/ךָ֣
malkûwth
H4438
"royalty"
N-fs | Suff
Royalty or royal power refers to the authority and dominion of a king or queen, like Solomon's reign in Israel. It can also mean the kingdom or territory ruled by a monarch. The word is used in the Bible to describe sovereign power and authority.
Definition: 1) royalty, royal power, reign, kingdom, sovereign power 1a) royal power, dominion 1b) reign 1c) kingdom, realm Aramaic equivalent: mal.khu (מַלְכוּ "kingdom" H4437)
Usage: Occurs in 82 OT verses. KJV: empire, kingdom, realm, reign, royal. See also: Numbers 24:7; Esther 1:9; Psalms 45:7.
יֹאמֵ֑רוּ
ʼâmar
H559
"to say"
V-Qal-Imperf-3mp
This Hebrew word means to say or speak, and it's used in many different ways in the Bible. It can mean to command, promise, or think, and it's translated in the KJV as 'answer', 'appoint', or 'command'.
Definition: 1) to say, speak, utter 1a) (Qal) to say, to answer, to say in one's heart, to think, to command, to promise, to intend 1b) (Niphal) to be told, to be said, to be called 1c) (Hithpael) to boast, to act proudly 1d) (Hiphil) to avow, to avouch Aramaic equivalent: a.mar (אֲמַר "to say" H0560)
Usage: Occurs in 4337 OT verses. KJV: answer, appoint, avouch, bid, boast self, call, certify, challenge, charge, [phrase] (at the, give) command(-ment), commune, consider, declare, demand, [idiom] desire, determine, [idiom] expressly, [idiom] indeed, [idiom] intend, name, [idiom] plainly, promise, publish, report, require, say, speak (against, of), [idiom] still, [idiom] suppose, talk, tell, term, [idiom] that is, [idiom] think, use (speech), utter, [idiom] verily, [idiom] yet. See also: Genesis 1:3; Genesis 18:23; Genesis 25:32.
וּ/גְבוּרָתְ/ךָ֥
gᵉbûwrâh
H1369
"might"
Conj | N-fs | Suff
This word means strength, might, or power, like God's mighty power in Psalm 111:6. It can describe a person's bravery or the strength of an action, as in the mighty deeds of God in Psalm 145:11.
Definition: 1) strength, might 1a) strength 1b) might, valour, bravery 1c) might, mighty deeds (of God) Aramaic equivalent: ge.vu.rah (גְּבוּרָה "might" H1370)
Usage: Occurs in 61 OT verses. KJV: force, mastery, might, mighty (act, power), power, strength. See also: Exodus 32:18; Psalms 71:18; Psalms 20:7.
יְדַבֵּֽרוּ
dâbar
H1696
"to speak"
V-Piel-Imperf-3mp
To speak or communicate, like God speaking to Moses in Exodus or a king commanding his people. It can also mean to promise or warn someone.
Definition: : speak/tell/command 1) to speak, declare, converse, command, promise, warn, threaten, sing 1a) (Qal) to speak 1b) (Niphal) to speak with one another, talk 1c) (Piel) 1c1) to speak 1c2) to promise 1d) (Pual) to be spoken 1e) (Hithpael) to speak 1f) (Hiphil) to lead away, put to flight
Usage: Occurs in 1049 OT verses. KJV: answer, appoint, bid, command, commune, declare, destroy, give, name, promise, pronounce, rehearse, say, speak, be spokesman, subdue, talk, teach, tell, think, use (entreaties), utter, [idiom] well, [idiom] work. See also: Genesis 8:15; Exodus 12:25; Leviticus 23:9.
Study Notes — Psalms 145:11
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- Context
- Cross References
- Psalms 145:11 Summary
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Reflection Questions
- Gill's Exposition on Psalms 145:11
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Psalms 145:11
- Trapp's Commentary on Psalms 145:11
- Ellicott's Commentary on Psalms 145:11
- Cambridge Bible on Psalms 145:11
- Barnes' Notes on Psalms 145:11
- Sermons on Psalms 145:11
Context — I Will Exalt You, My God and King
9The LORD is good to all; His compassion rests on all He has made.
10All You have made will give You thanks, O LORD, and Your saints will bless You.
11They will tell of the glory of Your kingdom and speak of Your might,
12to make known to men Your mighty acts and the glorious splendor of Your kingdom. 13Your kingdom is an everlasting kingdom, and Your dominion endures through all generations. The LORD is faithful in all His words and kind in all His actions.Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
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| 1 | Isaiah 9:6–7 | For unto us a child is born, unto us a son is given, and the government will be upon His shoulders. And He will be called Wonderful Counselor, Mighty God, Everlasting Father, Prince of Peace. Of the increase of His government and peace there will be no end. He will reign on the throne of David and over his kingdom, to establish and sustain it with justice and righteousness from that time and forevermore. The zeal of the LORD of Hosts will accomplish this. |
| 2 | 1 Chronicles 29:11–12 | Yours, O LORD, is the greatness and the power and the glory and the splendor and the majesty, for everything in heaven and on earth belongs to You. Yours, O LORD, is the kingdom, and You are exalted as head over all. Both riches and honor come from You, and You are the ruler over all. In Your hands are power and might to exalt and give strength to all. |
| 3 | Psalms 93:1–2 | The LORD reigns! He is robed in majesty; the LORD has clothed and armed Himself with strength. The world indeed is firmly established; it cannot be moved. Your throne was established long ago; You are from all eternity. |
| 4 | Psalms 45:6–7 | Your throne, O God, endures forever and ever, and justice is the scepter of Your kingdom. You have loved righteousness and hated wickedness; therefore God, your God, has anointed you above your companions with the oil of joy. |
| 5 | Daniel 7:13–14 | In my vision in the night I continued to watch, and I saw One like the Son of Man coming with the clouds of heaven. He approached the Ancient of Days and was led into His presence. And He was given dominion, glory, and kingship, that the people of every nation and language should serve Him. His dominion is an everlasting dominion that will not pass away, and His kingdom is one that will never be destroyed. |
| 6 | Revelation 11:15–17 | Then the seventh angel sounded his trumpet, and loud voices called out in heaven: “The kingdom of the world has become the kingdom of our Lord and of His Christ, and He will reign forever and ever.” And the twenty-four elders who sit on their thrones before God fell on their faces and worshiped God, saying: “We give thanks to You, O Lord God Almighty, the One who is and who was, because You have taken Your great power and have begun to reign. |
| 7 | Isaiah 24:23 | The moon will be confounded and the sun will be ashamed; for the LORD of Hosts will reign on Mount Zion and in Jerusalem, and before His elders with great glory. |
| 8 | Matthew 6:13 | And lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from the evil one. ’ |
| 9 | Isaiah 33:21–22 | But there the Majestic One, our LORD, will be for us a place of rivers and wide canals, where no galley with oars will row, and no majestic vessel will pass. For the LORD is our Judge, the LORD is our lawgiver, the LORD is our King. It is He who will save us. |
| 10 | Mark 11:9–10 | The ones who went ahead and those who followed were shouting: “Hosanna!” “Blessed is He who comes in the name of the Lord!” “Blessed is the coming kingdom of our father David!” “Hosanna in the highest!” |
Psalms 145:11 Summary
[Psalms 145:11 means that we should share with others the amazing things God has done and the great things He will do, which shows His power and glory. This can be as simple as telling a friend about a time when God answered your prayer (as seen in Psalms 65:2) or sharing a Bible verse that encourages you (like Jeremiah 29:11). By speaking of God's might, we can help others trust in His power and provision, just like the psalmist did in Psalms 23:4. As we tell of God's kingdom and might, we can point others to His love and care for them, as stated in Psalms 103:13.]
Frequently Asked Questions
What does it mean to tell of the glory of God's kingdom?
Telling of the glory of God's kingdom means sharing with others the wonderful things God has done and the great things He will do, as seen in Psalms 145:11 and supported by Psalms 96:3, which says to declare His glory among the nations.
Why should we speak of God's might?
We should speak of God's might because it is a fundamental aspect of His character, as stated in Psalms 145:11, and it helps us and others trust in His power and provision, as mentioned in Isaiah 40:28-31.
How can we effectively tell of God's kingdom and might?
We can effectively tell of God's kingdom and might by living a life that reflects His character, as seen in Matthew 5:16, and by boldly sharing the gospel with others, as commanded in Matthew 28:18-20.
What is the relationship between God's kingdom and His might?
God's kingdom and His might are closely related, as His might is the power that establishes and sustains His kingdom, as seen in Psalms 145:11-13 and supported by Daniel 4:3, which says His kingdom is an everlasting kingdom.
Reflection Questions
- What are some ways I can tell of the glory of God's kingdom in my daily life?
- How can I balance speaking of God's might with showing His love and compassion to others?
- What are some personal experiences where I have seen God's might at work, and how can I share those with others?
- In what ways can I use my words and actions to make known the glorious splendor of God's kingdom, as mentioned in Psalms 145:12?
Gill's Exposition on Psalms 145:11
They shall speak of the glory of thy kingdom,.... That is, the saints who are his special workmanship, in the celebration of his praise; and, while they are blessing him, will take particular notice,
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Psalms 145:11
They shall speak of the glory of thy kingdom, and talk of thy power; They shall speak of the glory of thy kingdom - manifested only in part now on earth, but hereafter to be fully revealed when
Trapp's Commentary on Psalms 145:11
Psalms 145:11 They shall speak of the glory of thy kingdom, and talk of thy power;Ver. 11. They shall speak of the glory] That kingdom of the saints of the Most High, which is far beyond the grandeur and splendour of all the four great monarchies, as is to be seen Daniel 7:27.
Ellicott's Commentary on Psalms 145:11
(11, 12) It is the privilege of the saints to impress the less favoured natures with the glory of the Divine kingdom, which the theocratic relation has displayed in and to them.
Cambridge Bible on Psalms 145:11
11. thy power] Thy might, as in Psalms 145:4; Psalms 145:12.
Barnes' Notes on Psalms 145:11
They shall speak of the glory of thy kingdom - Of thy reign; of the great principles of thy government and laws. They see in that reign evidence that thou art worthy of universal praise.
Sermons on Psalms 145:11
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A Christmas Question by C.H. Spurgeon | The sermon transcript describes the pitiable condition of those who died from hunger and cold in the streets. It then transitions to a depiction of the crucifixion of Jesus Christ, |
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Let God Be in You by Major Ian Thomas | In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes that God has chosen individuals from seemingly ordinary and unpromising backgrounds to serve Him. He encourages the audience, whether they a |
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Christ the Man #1 by Major Ian Thomas | In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the importance of learning and remembering spiritual principles. He highlights the story of a man who relied on the Lord and experienced divi |
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Are You Preventing Christ's Return by Leonard Ravenhill | In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the importance of finding freedom in Jesus Christ. He uses the example of a blind man, George Madison, who is given a picture of the queen. |
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Governed by the Word of God 1 of 2 by David Wilkerson | In this sermonette, the preacher discusses the importance of being knowledgeable about the word of God. He emphasizes that many people lack biblical literacy and therefore struggle |
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His Name -- the Mighty God by C.H. Spurgeon | In this sermon, preached by Charles Haddon Spurgeon in 1859, he emphasizes the divinity of Jesus Christ. Spurgeon highlights the significance of Jesus' death and resurrection, stat |
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The Ancient of Days on the Judgment Throne by W.F. Kumuyi | This sermon emphasizes the importance of being prepared for the second coming of Christ, highlighting the need for repentance, righteousness, and readiness for judgment. It delves |