Psalms 48:10

Old Testament Poetry/Hymns ASV (1901)

What does Psalms 48:10 say?

The American Standard Version records this verse as: “As is thy name, O God, So is thy praise unto the ends of the earth: Thy right hand is full of righteousness.” Read the surrounding verses and the named sources below before drawing broader conclusions.

The verse

As is thy name, O God, So is thy praise unto the ends of the earth: Thy right hand is full of righteousness.
Psalms 48:10 — American Standard Version

Context — Psalms 48

American Standard Version (1901) — public domain. Click any verse for its study page.
10As is thy name, O God, So is thy praise unto the ends of the earth: Thy right hand is full of righteousness.

What do historical commentaries say?

John Gill's Exposition
John Gill (1697–1771) · Exposition of the Old and New Testament · 18th-century historical commentary
“All thy works shall praise thee, O Lord, etc.] Not all his works or creatures in general; though these do objectively praise him, or are the cause rather of others praising him on their account: but those who are in a special manner the works of his hands, of his powerful and efficacious grace; when he has formed for himself, that they may show forth his praise; such as are a chosen generation, a royal priesthood, an holy nation, a peculiar people: these in an eminent sense, in the best way and manner, praise their blessed Saviour and Redeemer; (see <234321>Isaiah 43:21 <600209>1 Peter 2:9); and thy saints shall bless thee: which are mentioned last, not as distinct from the former; but as…”
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Jamieson, Fausset & Brown
Robert Jamieson, A. R. Fausset & David Brown · Commentary Critical and Explanatory on the Whole Bible · 19th-century historical commentary
“According . . . praise--that is, As Thy perfections manifested (compare Psa 8:1; Psa 20:1-7), demand praise, it shall be given, everywhere. thy right hand, &c.--Thy righteous government is displayed by Thy power.”
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Barnes' Notes
Albert Barnes (1798–1870) · Notes on the Whole Bible · 19th-century historical commentary
“According to thy name, O God, so is thy praise - That is, as far as thy name is known, it will be praised; or, the effect of knowing it will be to inspire praise. A just view of thy character and doings will lead people to praise thee as far as thy name is known. This seems to have been said in view of what had occurred. Events so remarkable, and so suited to show that God was a just, a powerful, and a merciful Being, would claim universal praise and adoration. Unto the ends of the earth - In every part of the world. The earth is frequently represented in the Scriptures as an extended plain, having ends, corners, or limits. See the notes at Isaiah 11:12; Revelation 7:1. Thy right hand is…”
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Wesley's Explanatory Notes
John Wesley (1703–1791) · Explanatory Notes upon the New Testament and Old Testament notes · 18th-century historical commentary
“So - Thou art acknowledged to be such an one as thou hast affirmed thyself to be in thy Word, God Almighty, or All - sufficient, the Lord of hosts, and a strong tower to all that trust in thee. Righteousness - Of righteous actions; by which thou discoverest thy holiness. Psalms 48:11”
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Treasury of Scriptural Knowledge
R. A. Torrey and contributors · The Treasury of Scripture Knowledge · Cross-reference reference work
“According: Psa 113:3, Psa 138:2-4; Exo 3:13-15, Exo 34:5-7; Deu 28:58; Jos 7:9; Mal 1:11, Mal 1:14 thy right: Psa 11:7, Psa 45:7, Psa 99:4, Psa 145:17; Rev 19:2, Rev 19:11 Psalms 48:11”
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