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King James Version
According to thy name, O God, so is thy praise unto the ends of the earth: thy right hand is full of righteousness.
Complete Jewish Bible
God, your praise, like your name, extends to the ends of the earth. Your right hand is filled with righteousness.
Berean Standard Bible
Your name, O God, like Your praise, reaches to the ends of the earth; Your right hand is full of righteousness.
American Standard Version
As is thy name, O God, So is thy praise unto the ends of the earth: Thy right hand is full of righteousness.
World English Bible Messianic
As is your name, God, so is your praise to the ends of the earth. Your right hand is full of righteousness.
Geneva Bible (1599)
O God, according vnto thy Name, so is thy prayse vnto the worlds end: thy right hand is full of righteousnes.
Young's Literal Translation
As is Thy name, O God, so is Thy praise, Over the ends of the earth, Righteousness hath filled Thy right hand.
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Commentary on Psalms 48 verses 8–14
8 ¶ As we have heard, so have we seen in the city of the LORD of hosts, in the city of our God: God will establish it for ever. Selah.
9 We have thought of thy lovingkindness, O God, in the midst of thy temple.
10 According to thy name, O God, so is thy praise unto the ends of the earth: thy right hand is full of righteousness.
11 Let mount Zion rejoice, let the daughters of Judah be glad, because of thy judgments.
12 Walk about Zion, and go round about her: tell the towers thereof.
13 Mark ye well her bulwarks, consider her palaces; that ye may tell it to the generation following.
14 For this God is our God for ever and ever: he will be our guide even unto death.
We have here the good use and improvement which the people of God are taught to make of his late glorious and gracious appearances for them against their enemies, that they might work for their good.
I. Let our faith in the word of God be hereby confirmed. If we compare what God has done with what he has spoken, we shall find that, as we have heard, so have we seen (Psa 48:8), and what we have seen obliges us to believe what we have heard. 1. "As we have heard done in former providences, in the days of old, so have we seen done in our own days." Note, God's latter appearances for his people against his and their enemies are consonant to his former appearances, and should put us in mind of them. 2. "As we have heard in the promise and prediction, so have we seen in the performance and accomplishment. We have heard that God is the Lord of hosts, and that Jerusalem is the city of our God, is dear to him, is his particular care; and now we have seen it; we have seen the power of our God; we have seen his goodness; we have seen his care and concern for us, that he is a wall of fire round about Jerusalem and the glory in the midst of her." Note, In the great things that God has done, and is doing, for his church, it is good to take notice of the fulfilling of the scriptures; and this would help us the better to understand both the providence itself and the scripture that is fulfilled in it.
II. Let our hope of the stability and perpetuity of the church be hereby encouraged. "From what we have seen, compared with what we have heard, in the city of our God, we may conclude that God will establish it for ever." This was not fulfilled in Jerusalem (that city was long since destroyed, and all its glory laid in the dust), but has its accomplishment in the gospel church. We are sure that that shall be established for ever; it is built upon a rock, and the gates of hell cannot prevail against it, Mat 16:18. God himself has undertaken the establishment of it; it is the Lord that has founded Zion, Isa 14:32. And what we have seen, compared with what we have heard, may encourage us to hope in that promise of God upon which the church is built.
III. Let our minds be hereby filled with good thoughts of God. "From what we have heard, and seen, and hope for, we may take occasion to think much of God's loving-kindness, whenever we meet in the midst of his temple," Psa 48:9. All the streams of mercy that flow down to us must be traced up to the fountain of God's lovingkindness. It is not owing to any merit of ours, but purely to his mercy, and the peculiar favour he bears to his people. This therefore we must think of with delight, think of frequently and fixedly. What subject can we dwell upon more noble, more pleasant, more profitable? We must have God's lovingkindness always before our eyes (Psa 26:3), especially when we attend upon him in his temple. When we enjoy the benefit of public ordinances undisturbed, when we meet in his temple and there is none to make us afraid, we should take occasion thence to think of his lovingkindness.
IV. Let us give to God the glory of the great things which he has done for us, and mention them to his honour (Psa 48:10): "According to thy name, O God! so is thy praise, not only in Jerusalem, but to the ends of the earth." By the late signal deliverance of Jerusalem God had made himself a name; that is, he had gloriously discovered his wisdom, power, and goodness, and made all the nations about sensible of it; and so was his praise; that is, some in all parts would be found giving glory to him accordingly. As far as his name goes his praise will go, at least it should go, and, at length, it shall go, when all the ends of the world shall praise him, Psa 22:27; Rev 11:15. Some, by his name, understand especially that glorious name of his, the Lord of hosts; according to that name, so is his praise; for all the creatures, even to the ends of the earth, are under his command. But his people must, in a special manner, acknowledge his justice in all he does for them. "Righteousness fills thy right hand;" that is, all the operations of thy power are consonant to the eternal rules of equity.
V. Let all the members of the church in particular take to themselves the comfort of what God does for his church in general (Psa 48:11): "Let Mount Zion rejoice, the priests and Levites that attend the sanctuary, and then let all the daughters of Judah, the country towns, and the inhabitants of them, be glad: let the women in their songs and dances, as usual on occasion of public joys, celebrate with thankfulness the great salvation which God has wrought for us." Note, When we have given God the praise we may then take the pleasure of the extraordinary deliverances of the church, and be glad because of God's judgments (that is, the operations of his providence), all which we may see wrought in wisdom (therefore called judgments) and working for the good of his church.
VI. Let us diligently observe the instances and evidences of the church's beauty, strength, and safety, and faithfully transmit our observations to those that shall come after us (Psa 48:12, Psa 48:13): Walk about Zion. Some think this refers to the ceremony of the triumph; let those who are employed in that solemnity walk round the walls (as they did, Neh 12:31), singing and praising God. In doing this let them tell the towers and mark well the bulwarks, 1. That they might magnify the late wonderful deliverance God had wrought for them. Let them observe, with wonder, that the towers and bulwarks are all in their full strength and none of them damaged, the palaces in their beauty and none of them blemished; there is not the least damage done to the city by the kings that were assembled against it (Psa 48:4): Tell this to the generation following, as a wonderful instance of God's care of his holy city, that the enemies should not only not ruin or destroy it, but not so much as hurt or deface it. 2. That they might fortify themselves against the fear of the like threatening danger another time. And so, (1.) We may understand it literally of Jerusalem, and the strong-hold of Zion. Let the daughters of Judah see the towers and bulwarks of Zion, with a pleasure equal to the terror with which the kings their enemies saw them, Psa 48:5. Jerusalem was generally looked upon as an impregnable place, as appears, Lam 4:12. All the inhabitants of the world would not have believed that an enemy should enter the gates of Jerusalem; nor could they have entered if the inhabitants had not sinned away their defence. Set your heart to her bulwarks. This intimates that the principal bulwarks of Zion were not the objects of sense, which they might set their eye upon, but the objects of faith, which they must set their hearts upon. It was well enough fortified indeed both by nature and art; but its bulwarks that were mostly to be relied upon were the special presence of God in it, the beauty of holiness he had put upon it, and the promises he had made concerning it. "Consider Jerusalem's strength, and tell it to the generations to come, that they may do nothing to weaken it, and that, if at any time it be in distress, they may not basely surrender it to the enemy as not tenable." Calvin observes here that when they are directed to transmit to posterity a particular account of the towers, and bulwarks, and palaces of Jerusalem, it is intimated that in process of time they would all be destroyed and remain no longer to be seen; for, otherwise, what need was thee to preserve the description and history of them? When the disciples were admiring the buildings of the temple their Master told them that in a little time one stone of it should not be left upon another, Mat 24:1, Mat 24:2. Therefore, (2.) This must certainly be applied to the gospel church, that Mount Zion, Heb 12:22. "Consider the towers, and bulwarks, and palaces of that, that you may be invited and encouraged to join yourselves to it and embark in it. See it founded on Christ, the rock fortified by the divine power, guarded by him that neither slumbers nor sleeps. See what precious ordinances are its palaces, what precious promises are its bulwarks; tell this to the generation following, that they may with purpose of heart espouse its interests and cleave to it."
VII. Let us triumph in God, and in the assurances we have of his everlasting lovingkindness, Psa 48:14. Tell this to the generation following; transmit this truth as a sacred deposit to your posterity, That this God, who has now done such great things for us, is our God for ever and ever; he is constant and unchangeable in his love to us and care for us. 1. If God be our God, he is ours for ever, not only through all the ages of time, but to eternity; for it is the everlasting blessedness of glorified saints that God himself will be with them and will be their God, Rev 21:3. 2. If he be our God, he will be our guide, our faithful constant guide, to show us our way and to lead us in it; he will be so, even unto death, which will be the period of our way, and will bring us to our rest. He will lead and keep us even to the last. He will be our guide above death (so some); he will so guide us as to set us above the reach of death, so that it shall not be able to do us any real hurt. He will be our guide beyond death (so others); he will conduct us safely to a happiness on the other side death, to a life in which there shall be no more death. If we take the Lord for our God, he will conduct and convey us safely to death, through death, and beyond death - down to death and up again to glory.
Matthew Henry (1662–1714) — Commentary on the Whole Bible. This section covers verses 8–14. Public domain.
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Evagrius PonticusAD 399
NOTES ON THE PSALMS 47[48].11
The right hand of God is Christ, who is filled with righteousness and from his fullness we receive everything.
John ChrysostomAD 407
COMMENTARY ON THE PSALMS 48:3
As it belongs to fire to heat, to the sun to give light, just so as well the role of benefactor belongs to him—not in the same manner, however, but even much more. Thus he spoke also this way, “Your right hand is filled with righteousness,” suggesting abundance, relation to his being.
Augustine of HippoAD 430
Exposition on Psalm 48
"Let mount Zion rejoice, and the daughters of Judah be glad, because of Your judgments, O Lord" [Psalm 48:10]. O mount Zion, O daughters of Judah, you labour now among tares, among chaff, among thorns ye labour: yet be glad because of God's judgments. God errs not in judgment. Live ye separate, though separate you were not born; not vainly has a voice gone forth from your mouth and heart, "Destroy not my soul with sinners, nor my life with bloody men." He shall winnow with such art, carrying in His hand a fan, that not one grain of wheat shall fall into the heap of chaff prepared to be burned, nor one beard of chaff pass to the heap to be laid up in the garner. [Matthew 3:12] Be glad, O you daughters of Judæa, because of the judgments of God that errs not, and do not yet judge rashly. To you let it belong to collect, to Him let it belong to separate. But think not that the "daughters of Judah" are Jews. Judah is confession; all the sons of confession are all the sons of Judah. For "salvation is of the Jews," [John 4:22] is nothing else than that Christ is of the Jews. This says also the Apostle, "He is not a Jew which is one outwardly; neither is that circumcision which is outward in the flesh: but he is a Jew which is one inwardly, and circumcision is that of the heart, in the spirit, and not in the letter, whose praise is not of men, but of God." [Romans 2:28-29] Be such a Jew; glory in the circumcision of the heart, though you have not the circumcision of the flesh. Let the daughters of Judah be glad, because of Your judgments, O Lord.
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SUMMARY
Psalm 48:10 is a profound declaration of God's universal renown and perfect justice, asserting that His praise ought to extend globally because His character, encapsulated by His "name," is infinitely worthy, and His actions, symbolized by His "right hand," are always perfectly righteous. This verse serves as a climactic affirmation, flowing from the psalm's celebration of God's magnificent protection over Jerusalem and His inherent greatness, grounding the call for global worship in His demonstrable power and unwavering moral integrity.
CONTEXT
EXPOSITION AND ANALYSIS
Key Word Analysis
Verse Breakdown
Literary Devices
Psalm 48:10 employs several potent literary devices to convey its message. Metonymy is evident in the use of "name" to represent God's entire revealed character, attributes, and authority; praising "according to thy name" means praising Him according to who He truly is in His essence. The phrase "unto the ends of the earth" is a form of Hyperbole, emphasizing the boundless and universal scope of God's deserved praise, not necessarily a literal measurement, but rather an expression of its ultimate reach. Anthropomorphism is present in the imagery of God's "right hand," attributing a human body part to God to symbolize His active power and authority, making His actions more comprehensible and relatable to human understanding. Finally, the verse exhibits a form of Parallelism, specifically Synthetic Parallelism, where the first two clauses ("According to thy name... so is thy praise...") establish a cause-and-effect relationship, and the third clause ("thy right hand is full of righteousness") provides the underlying justification or attribute that makes the first two true, building upon the initial thought.
THEOLOGICAL AND THEMATIC CONNECTIONS
Psalm 48:10 encapsulates a profound theological truth: God's praise is not an arbitrary demand but a natural and necessary response to His inherent character and His righteous actions. The declaration that His "name" defines the scope of His "praise" speaks to the biblical understanding that true worship flows from a deep knowledge of God's attributes—His holiness, power, faithfulness, and love. The affirmation of His "right hand full of righteousness" grounds this praise in His unwavering moral integrity, assuring believers that His sovereignty is always exercised with perfect justice. This verse serves as a bridge between God's specific acts of deliverance (as seen in the defense of Zion) and the universal call for all creation to acknowledge and worship Him, foreshadowing the global reach of His redemptive plan and the ultimate gathering of all nations before His throne.
REFLECTION AND APPLICATION
Psalm 48:10 offers both profound encouragement and a compelling call to worship. It reminds us that our praise should not be limited by our personal experiences or understanding, but should expand to reflect the infinite vastness of God's character. To praise God "according to His name" means to worship Him for who He is in His entirety—His holiness, justice, mercy, faithfulness, and power. This prompts us to deepen our knowledge of God through His Word, so that our adoration can become more informed and therefore more authentic and expansive. Furthermore, the assurance that God's "right hand is full of righteousness" provides immense comfort and a solid foundation for trust, especially in a world often marked by injustice and chaos. We can rest in the certainty that God's governance is always just, His judgments are always true, and His actions are always aligned with His perfect moral standard. This truth should inspire us to live righteously ourselves, reflecting His character, and to actively participate in the global proclamation of His glorious name and righteous acts to the "ends of the earth."
Questions for Reflection
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What does "According to thy name, O God, so is thy praise" truly mean?
Answer: This phrase means that the praise and worship offered to God should be commensurate with His revealed character, attributes, and reputation. In biblical thought, God's "name" (Hebrew: shêm) signifies the fullness of His being—His holiness, power, faithfulness, love, and justice. Therefore, "according to thy name" implies that our praise should not be superficial or limited, but should reflect the infinite greatness and majesty of who God truly is. It's a call for worship that is deeply informed by and proportional to His divine nature, acknowledging His worthiness in every aspect.
Why is the "right hand" mentioned in connection with God's righteousness?
Answer: The "right hand" (Hebrew: yâmîyn) is a common biblical metaphor for strength, authority, and decisive action, often associated with the stronger, more dexterous limb. When the psalmist says God's "right hand is full of righteousness," it emphasizes that God's active power and sovereignty are always exercised with perfect justice, moral integrity, and faithfulness to His covenant. It's not just that God is righteous, but that His righteousness is fully expressed and demonstrated in all His powerful deeds, whether in judgment or in salvation. This provides assurance that His rule over the world is entirely just and true, as seen in passages like "Righteousness and justice are the foundation of your throne" (Psalm 97:2).
CHRIST-CENTERED FULFILLMENT
Psalm 48:10 finds its ultimate and most profound fulfillment in Jesus Christ. He is the perfect embodiment and full revelation of God's "name," for in Him "all the fullness of God was pleased to dwell" (Colossians 1:19). Jesus perfectly reflects the Father's character, enabling praise to be truly "according to thy name." Indeed, the praise of God has extended "unto the ends of the earth" precisely through the person and work of Christ, whose gospel transcends all cultural and geographical boundaries, calling people from every tribe and nation to worship the one true God, as envisioned in the heavenly multitude from "every nation, from all tribes and peoples and languages" (Revelation 7:9-10). Furthermore, the declaration that God's "right hand is full of righteousness" is powerfully manifested in Christ. It was by the righteous "right hand" of God that Jesus was exalted to the highest place, where He now reigns in perfect justice and authority, having received the promised Holy Spirit from the Father (Acts 2:33). His sacrifice on the cross perfectly satisfied divine justice, demonstrating God's righteousness in both condemning sin and justifying the ungodly who believe in Him, thereby proving God to be both "just and the justifier of the one who has faith in Jesus" (Romans 3:25-26). Thus, in Christ, God's name is fully revealed, His praise is universally proclaimed, and His righteousness is perfectly displayed and accomplished.