Psalms 113 · Jamieson-Fausset-Brown
PSALM 113 Psa 113:1-9 . God's majesty contrasted with His condescension and gracious dealings towards the humble furnish matter and a call for praise. The Jews, it is said, used this and Psalms 114-118 on their great festivals, and called them the Greater Hallel, or Hymn. 1-3. Earnestness and zeal are denoted by the emphatic repetitions. servants of the Lord-- or, all the people of God. name of the Lord-- perfections ( Psa 5:11 ; 111:9 ).
4-6. God's exaltation enhances His condescension;
7-8. which condescension is illustrated as often in raising the worthy poor and needy to honor (compare 1Sa 2:8 ; Psa 44:25 ).