Psalms 135:1

Japanese (Colloquial version (1955))

主をほめたたえよ、主のみ名をほめたたえよ。主のしもべたちよ、ほめたたえよ。

この聖句の意味

This verse tells us to praise God. It's a call to everyone to honor God's name and especially to those who serve him. It's like saying, 'Let's all sing God's praises and those who work for him should lead the way.'

子どもにもわかる説明

Imagine you're in a big playground and someone does something really cool. This verse is like everyone saying, 'Wow, that was awesome!' But instead of a playground, it's about praising God, who is super amazing, and telling others how great He is.

歴史的背景

Psalm 135 was likely written by temple singers or priests in the post-exilic period. It's believed to be part of a collection of psalms used in temple worship. The audience was the Israelites who had returned to Jerusalem after their exile in Babylon.

今日への適用

In today's world, this verse can be applied to our daily lives by taking the time to thank God for the blessings we receive. For example, if you have a good job, you can think about how God has provided for you and express gratitude.

トピック

• praise
• worship
• gratitude
• servanthood
• faith
• thanksgiving

関連する聖句

• Exodus 34:5-7
• Psalms 107:1-2
• Isaiah 12:4-5
• Revelation 19:1-2
• Hebrews 13:15

よくある質問

Who wrote Psalm 135?

While the author is not specifically named, it is believed to have been written by temple singers or priests during the post-exilic period.

What does it mean to praise God's name?

Praising God's name means to honor and speak highly of God's character, works, and reputation.

Why are servants of the Lord specifically mentioned?

Servants of the Lord are specifically mentioned because they have a particular responsibility to lead in worship and set an example of devotion and praise.

How can we apply this verse in our daily lives?

We can apply this verse by expressing gratitude and praise to God for His goodness and provisions, just as the psalmist encourages us to do.