Psalm 113 is a hymn of praise, often linked with the Hallel group of psalms traditionally sung during Jewish feasts and celebrations. The psalm opens with a universal call to praise the Lord, whose name is to be exalted at all times and in all places. From there, the text moves into emphasizing the unparalleled majesty of God, who is high above all nations and heavens. But instead of solely focusing on God's grandeur, the psalm also brings attention to His compassionate nature. God is depicted as one who stoops down to look upon the earth, lifting the needy from the dust and raising the poor from the ash heap. By putting the transcendent and the immanent aspects of God side by side, Psalm 113 beautifully encapsulates the dual nature of God: majestic and yet compassionate, far-reaching and yet intimately involved in the lives of the humble and oppressed.