Psalm 148

Psalm 148 ¹ Praise the LORD . Praise the LORD from the heavens. Praise him in the heavens above.

² Praise him, all his angels. Praise him, all his angels in heaven.

³ Praise him, sun and moon. Praise him, all you shining stars.

⁴ Praise him, you highest heavens. Praise him, you waters above the skies.

⁵ Let all of them praise the name of the LORD, because at his command they were created.

⁶ He established them for ever and ever. He gave them laws they will always have to obey.

⁷ Praise the LORD from the earth, you great sea creatures and all the deepest parts of the ocean.

⁸ Praise him, lightning and hail, snow and clouds. Praise him, you stormy winds that obey him.

⁹ Praise him, all you mountains and hills. Praise him, all you fruit trees and cedar trees.

¹⁰ Praise him, all you wild animals and cattle. Praise him, you small creatures and flying birds.

¹¹ Praise him, you kings of the earth and all nations. Praise him, all you princes and rulers on earth.

¹² Praise him, young men and women. Praise him, old men and children.

¹³ Let them praise the name of the LORD . His name alone is honored. His glory is higher than the earth and the heavens. ¹⁴ He has given his people a strong king. All his faithful people praise him for that gift. All the people of Israel are close to his heart. Praise the LORD .