Blessed be the name of the LORD from this time forth and for evermore.

PSALMS 113:2KJV
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Psalms 113:2 (KJV)

What does Psalms 113:2 mean?

Psalms 113:2 is a call to praise and honor the name of the LORD, not just for a moment, but from now on and continuing forever. The verse highlights that the LORD’s name deserves to be spoken well of and lifted up at all times, without end.

This verse comes from a psalm that invites everyone, especially the people of Israel, to praise God. The psalmist is leading a group in worship, encouraging them to recognize God’s greatness and faithfulness. The focus on “from this time forth and for evermore” stresses that this praise is not limited to a single occasion but is meant to continue through all generations.

The Hebrew behind Psalms 113:2

  • Blessed (בָּרוּךְ, barukh): This word means to speak well of or to praise. In this context, it’s about giving honor and respect to God’s name, not just feeling thankful but actively expressing it.
  • Name (שֵׁם, shem): In Hebrew thought, a “name” often stands for a person’s character or reputation. Praising God’s name means recognizing who God is and what He has done.
  • LORD (יְהוָה, YHWH): This is the personal name of God in the Hebrew Bible, often spoken of with deep reverence. The verse is not just about any deity but specifically about the God known to Israel.
  • Evermore (עוֹלָם, olam): This word points to an unending period—forever, or for all time. The verse is emphasizing that this praise is not temporary but lasting.

Why Psalms 113:2 matters

  • The verse clarifies that honoring God is not just for special moments but is meant to be a continual, never-ending practice.
  • By focusing on the “name” of the LORD, the verse draws attention to God’s character and reputation, not just His actions.
  • In the context of Psalms 113, this verse sets the tone for the rest of the psalm, which describes reasons why God is worthy of such ongoing praise.

Where else these words appear

“forth” Hebrew H6258 · used in 9 verses

  • Genesis 22:12 And he said, Lay not thine hand upon the lad, neither do thou any thing unto him: for now I know that thou fearest God, seeing thou hast not withheld thy son, thine only son from me.
  • Genesis 26:29 That thou wilt do us no hurt, as we have not touched thee, and as we have done unto thee nothing but good, and have sent thee away in peace: thou art now the blessed of the LORD.
  • Isaiah 48:6 Thou hast heard, see all this; and will not ye declare it? I have shewed thee new things from this time, even hidden things, and thou didst not know them.

“for” Hebrew H5704 · used in 97 verses

  • Genesis 3:19 In the sweat of thy face shalt thou eat bread, till thou return unto the ground; for out of it wast thou taken: for dust thou art, and unto dust shalt thou return.
  • 1 Samuel 20:15 But also thou shalt not cut off thy kindness from my house for ever: no, not when the LORD hath cut off the enemies of David every one from the face of the earth.
  • Job 18:2 How long will it be ere ye make an end of words? mark, and afterwards we will speak.