I will make thy name to be remembered in all generations: therefore shall the people praise thee for ever and ever.
The psalm concludes with a declaration of the lasting remembrance and praise of the King. Having set forth His person, His throne, His victories, His bride, and His kingdom (vv. 1-16), the psalmist now affirms that His name will not fade, but be made known continually. Earthly kings rise, flourish for a season, and pass into obscurity; but this King is the Son (Hebrews 1:8-9; vv. 6-7), and His glory shall be declared in every age.
“I will make thy name to be remembered in all generations.” The name speaks of the person, character, authority, and works of the King. To make His name remembered is not mere recollection, but continual declaration so that He is known, loved, trusted, and honored from one generation to another. The psalmist here resolves to be an instrument in that holy labor. He will speak of the King so faithfully that future generations shall hear of Him.
This is fulfilled through the word of God and the testimony of His servants. Our Lord said, “Search the scriptures… they are they which testify of me” (John 5:39). The psalmist elsewhere declares, “We will not hide them from their children, shewing to the generation to come the praises of the LORD, and his strength, and his wonderful works that he hath done” (Psalm 78:4). By the Spirit, the truth of Christ is preserved in His word and proclaimed, so that He is remembered long after earthly rulers are forgotten.
Indeed, His name uniquely endures. Other names become dust, monuments crumble, and dynasties fail, but the King of Psalm 45 is spoken of still. As the psalmist says elsewhere, “His name shall endure for ever: his name shall be continued as long as the sun: and men shall be blessed in him: all nations shall call him blessed” (Psalm 72:17). More than three thousand years after these words were penned, saints yet rejoice in this glorious King whose reign shall never end.
The Lord has ordained the means by which His name is made known. “The Lord gave the word: great was the company of those that published it” (Psalm 68:11). After Christ’s exaltation, the apostles were first sent forth to publish His triumph, resurrection, and kingdom. That ministry continues in every generation through faithful preaching. As Paul asks, “How shall they hear without a preacher?” (Romans 10:14).
Those who are sent bear glad tidings, not human speculation. Isaiah foretold them: “How beautiful upon the mountains are the feet of him that bringeth good tidings, that publisheth peace” (Isaiah 52:7). The message is beautiful because the King is glorious. When Christ is rightly preached, those who have ears to hear rejoice, for they hear of pardon, righteousness, dominion, and everlasting hope.
This also teaches the duty of every generation. We must not admire Christ privately and let His name diminish publicly. Parents should teach children, ministers should preach plainly, churches should exalt Him boldly, and saints should speak often one to another of His worth. If one generation grows silent, another suffers loss.
“Therefore shall the people praise thee for ever and ever.” The result of this remembrance is praise. As Christ is made known, He is honored. Ignorance breeds neglect, but revelation stirs worship. When men see His beauty, hear His gracious words, understand His cross, and behold His throne, praise naturally follows.
This praise is not limited to one people or one age, but extends without end. Paul writes, “Wherefore God also hath highly exalted him, and given him a name which is above every name” (Philippians 2:9). John heard heaven saying, “Blessing, and honour, and glory, and power, be unto him that sitteth upon the throne, and unto the Lamb for ever and ever” (Revelation 5:13). What begins now in faith shall continue then in sight.
Thus, the psalm ends where all true theology should end: not in bare knowledge, but worship. The King revealed in this psalm is too glorious merely to analyze. He must be remembered, proclaimed, adored, and praised.
This verse sets forth the perpetual remembrance and praise of Christ, whose name is declared in all generations and honored without end. Therefore, let the heart delight in His enduring glory, let the tongue proclaim His name while breath remains, and let the ear gladly receive the word that makes Him known. As Paul exclaims, “O the depth of the riches both of the wisdom and knowledge of God!” (Romans 11:33), and Isaiah calls, “Wherefore do ye spend money for that which is not bread? and your labour for that which satisfieth not? hearken diligently unto me, and eat ye that which is good, and let your soul delight itself in fatness” (Isaiah 55:2).
I will make thy name to be remembered in all generations: therefore shall the people praise thee for ever and ever.
The psalm concludes with a declaration of the lasting remembrance and praise of the King. Having set forth His person, His throne, His victories, His bride, and His kingdom (vv. 1-16), the psalmist now affirms that His name will not fade, but be made known continually. Earthly kings rise, flourish for a season, and pass into obscurity; but this King is the Son (Hebrews 1:8-9; vv. 6-7), and His glory shall be declared in every age.
“I will make thy name to be remembered in all generations.” The name speaks of the person, character, authority, and works of the King. To make His name remembered is not mere recollection, but continual declaration so that He is known, loved, trusted, and honored from one generation to another. The psalmist here resolves to be an instrument in that holy labor. He will speak of the King so faithfully that future generations shall hear of Him.
This is fulfilled through the word of God and the testimony of His servants. Our Lord said, “Search the scriptures… they are they which testify of me” (John 5:39). The psalmist elsewhere declares, “We will not hide them from their children, shewing to the generation to come the praises of the LORD, and his strength, and his wonderful works that he hath done” (Psalm 78:4). By the Spirit, the truth of Christ is preserved in His word and proclaimed, so that He is remembered long after earthly rulers are forgotten.
Indeed, His name uniquely endures. Other names become dust, monuments crumble, and dynasties fail, but the King of Psalm 45 is spoken of still. As the psalmist says elsewhere, “His name shall endure for ever: his name shall be continued as long as the sun: and men shall be blessed in him: all nations shall call him blessed” (Psalm 72:17). More than three thousand years after these words were penned, saints yet rejoice in this glorious King whose reign shall never end.
The Lord has ordained the means by which His name is made known. “The Lord gave the word: great was the company of those that published it” (Psalm 68:11). After Christ’s exaltation, the apostles were first sent forth to publish His triumph, resurrection, and kingdom. That ministry continues in every generation through faithful preaching. As Paul asks, “How shall they hear without a preacher?” (Romans 10:14).
Those who are sent bear glad tidings, not human speculation. Isaiah foretold them: “How beautiful upon the mountains are the feet of him that bringeth good tidings, that publisheth peace” (Isaiah 52:7). The message is beautiful because the King is glorious. When Christ is rightly preached, those who have ears to hear rejoice, for they hear of pardon, righteousness, dominion, and everlasting hope.
This also teaches the duty of every generation. We must not admire Christ privately and let His name diminish publicly. Parents should teach children, ministers should preach plainly, churches should exalt Him boldly, and saints should speak often one to another of His worth. If one generation grows silent, another suffers loss.
“Therefore shall the people praise thee for ever and ever.” The result of this remembrance is praise. As Christ is made known, He is honored. Ignorance breeds neglect, but revelation stirs worship. When men see His beauty, hear His gracious words, understand His cross, and behold His throne, praise naturally follows.
This praise is not limited to one people or one age, but extends without end. Paul writes, “Wherefore God also hath highly exalted him, and given him a name which is above every name” (Philippians 2:9). John heard heaven saying, “Blessing, and honour, and glory, and power, be unto him that sitteth upon the throne, and unto the Lamb for ever and ever” (Revelation 5:13). What begins now in faith shall continue then in sight.
Thus, the psalm ends where all true theology should end: not in bare knowledge, but worship. The King revealed in this psalm is too glorious merely to analyze. He must be remembered, proclaimed, adored, and praised.
This verse sets forth the perpetual remembrance and praise of Christ, whose name is declared in all generations and honored without end. Therefore, let the heart delight in His enduring glory, let the tongue proclaim His name while breath remains, and let the ear gladly receive the word that makes Him known. As Paul exclaims, “O the depth of the riches both of the wisdom and knowledge of God!” (Romans 11:33), and Isaiah calls, “Wherefore do ye spend money for that which is not bread? and your labour for that which satisfieth not? hearken diligently unto me, and eat ye that which is good, and let your soul delight itself in fatness” (Isaiah 55:2).