Psalm 8 -
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O Lord, our Lord, how excellent is Thy name.
O Lord, our Lord, how excellent is Thy name.
O Lord, our Lord, how excellent is Thy name.
O Lord, our Lord, how excellent is Thy
Name... in all the earth

Who has set thy glory above the heaven?
The moon and the stars, Thou hast ordained.
What is man that thou art mindful of him,
And the son of man that Thou visit est him?
For Thou hast made him a little lower than the angels...
And has crowned him with glory and honor.
We glorify Your name. We magnify Your name forever and ever.
Oh Lord, oh Lord, oh Lord, oh Lord...

O Lord, our Lord, how excellent is Thy name.




O Lord, our Lord, how excellent is Thy
Name... how excellent is Thy name.

Overall Meaning

In the lyrics of Psalm 8 by Vision, the singer repeatedly acknowledges the greatness and excellence of the Lord's name. This repetition reflects a sense of awe and reverence towards the divine. By affirming the excellence of the Lord's name, the singer is not only offering praise but also emphasizing the significance and power associated with it. This continuous proclamation serves as a reminder of the transcendence and majesty of the Lord in the eyes of the singer.


The lyrics then pose a series of questions that ponder the relationship between humanity and the divine. The reference to setting glory above the heavens, ordaining the moon and stars, and the insignificance of man compared to the celestial bodies conveys a sense of humility and wonder at the grandeur of creation. The singer contemplates the divine mindfulness towards human beings and the honor bestowed upon them despite their finite and mortal nature. This reflection on the relationship between humanity and the divine highlights the themes of grace, mercy, and the eternal significance of the individual in the eyes of the Lord.


The acknowledgment of man being made "a little lower than the angels" but still being crowned with "glory and honor" reflects a recognition of the dual nature of humanity - both earthly and divine. This duality suggests that despite human limitations and imperfections, there is a divine spark or essence within each individual that connects them to a higher spiritual realm. The lyrics express a sense of gratitude and reverence for the divine elevation of humanity, emphasizing the sacredness and worth of every human being in the eyes of the Lord.


The closing verses reiterate the praise and magnification of the Lord's name, emphasizing its eternal and unchanging nature. By declaring the excellence of the Lord's name repeatedly, the singer reinforces the idea of an omnipotent and ever-present deity whose glory transcends all earthly limitations. The lyrics of Psalm 8 by Vision serve as a spiritual meditation on the divine majesty, human insignificance, and the profound relationship between humanity and the divine, inviting listeners to contemplate the wonders of creation and the grace of the Lord.


Line by Line Meaning

O Lord, our Lord, how excellent is Thy name.
We praise the greatness of your name, O Lord.


Who has set thy glory above the heaven?
Who has placed your glory above the heavens?


The moon and the stars, Thou hast ordained.
You have established the moon and the stars.


What is man that thou art mindful of him,
Why do you pay attention to mankind,


And the son of man that Thou visit est him?
and why do you care for the human race?


For Thou hast made him a little lower than the angels...
Even though you made him slightly lower than the angels...


And has crowned him with glory and honor.
and still crowned him with glory and honor.


We glorify Your name. We magnify Your name forever and ever.
We give glory to your name. We exalt your name for eternity.


Oh Lord, oh Lord, oh Lord, oh Lord...
Oh Lord, oh Lord, oh Lord, oh Lord...


O Lord, our Lord, how excellent is Thy name.
We praise the greatness of your name, O Lord.


O Lord, our Lord, how excellent is Thy name.
We praise the greatness of your name, O Lord.




Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Capitol CMG Publishing
Written by: RICHARD SMALLWOOD

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