Author: David
Type: alabanza
This psalm of alabanza (praise) is a poetic hymn celebrating God's greatness, kindness, and eternal reign. It invites believers to respond with heartfelt worship and gratitude, acknowledging God’s wondrous deeds and everlasting mercy.
Text of Psalm 145
1I will extol you, my Lord and King, with all my heart, praising your greatness forever.
2I marvel at how you show kindness to all your creation, your deeds shining like the dawn.
3Your kingdom is eternal, unshakable and reigning forever, inspiring hope in every generation.
4Every creature praises your name, proclaiming that your majestic works are wondrous and mighty.
5I will meditate on the stories of your wondrous deeds, speaking of your greatness to others.
6You uphold those who are weak, giving strength and hope to those in despair.
7Your compassion is endless; your mercy is daily renewed for those who seek you.
8The Lord is gracious and compassionate, slow to anger and overflowing with love.
9Your goodness extends to all, and your mercy reaches every corner of the earth.
10Let all your works praise you, O Lord, and let your faithful ones bless your name forever.
11Your kingdom is glorious, and your reign is rooted in justice and righteousness.
12You reveal your mighty acts to your people and declare your mighty deeds to all nations.
13The Lord is faithful in all his words and loving in all his actions.
14The Lord supports those who fall, lifts up those who are bowed down.
15Your eyes are upon the humble, and your ears listen to their cry.
16You open your hand and satisfy the desires of every living thing.
17The Lord is righteous in all his ways and loving toward all he has made.
18The Lord is near to all who call on him in truth; he fulfills the desires of those who fear him.
19He hears their cry and saves them from trouble.
20Your praise, O Lord, is on my lips and in my heart, forever singing of your greatness.
Structure and movement of the psalm
Hebrew vocabulary of Psalm 145
When to pray this psalm
- Al comenzar el día, para ofrecer una alabanza adulta a Dios por su misericordia y fidelidad.
- En momentos de dificultad, para recordar su cercanía y su compasión que fortalece el alma.
- Al celebrar la liturgia o la misa, en respuesta a la grandeza y soberanía de Dios en la comunidad de fe.
- En oración personal, para meditar sobre su misericordia y justicia, y renovar nuestra confianza en su reino eterno.
Liturgical connection
Spiritual reflection
Closing prayer
Related psalms
Estos salmos también son de alabanza y celebran la grandeza y la fidelidad de Dios, complementando la temática de adoración y reconocimiento en la liturgia.








