Psalm 107:8
New International Version
Let them give thanks to the LORD for his unfailing love and his wonderful deeds for mankind,

New Living Translation
Let them praise the LORD for his great love and for the wonderful things he has done for them.

English Standard Version
Let them thank the LORD for his steadfast love, for his wondrous works to the children of man!

Berean Standard Bible
Let them give thanks to the LORD for His loving devotion and His wonders to the sons of men.

King James Bible
Oh that men would praise the LORD for his goodness, and for his wonderful works to the children of men!

New King James Version
Oh, that men would give thanks to the LORD for His goodness, And for His wonderful works to the children of men!

New American Standard Bible
They shall give thanks to the LORD for His mercy, And for His wonders to the sons of mankind!

NASB 1995
Let them give thanks to the LORD for His lovingkindness, And for His wonders to the sons of men!

NASB 1977
Let them give thanks to the LORD for His lovingkindness, And for His wonders to the sons of men!

Legacy Standard Bible
Let them give thanks to Yahweh for His lovingkindness, And for His wondrous deeds to the sons of men!

Amplified Bible
Let them give thanks to the LORD for His lovingkindness, And for His wonderful acts to the children of men!

Christian Standard Bible
Let them give thanks to the LORD for his faithful love and his wondrous works for all humanity.

Holman Christian Standard Bible
Let them give thanks to the LORD for His faithful love and His wonderful works for all humanity.

American Standard Version
Oh that men would praise Jehovah for his lovingkindness, And for his wonderful works to the children of men!

Contemporary English Version
You should praise the LORD for his love and for the wonderful things he does for all of us.

English Revised Version
Oh that men would praise the LORD for his goodness, and for his wonderful works to the children of men!

GOD'S WORD® Translation
Let them give thanks to the LORD because of his mercy. He performed his miracles for Adam's descendants.

Good News Translation
They must thank the LORD for his constant love, for the wonderful things he did for them.

International Standard Version
Let them give thanks to the LORD for his gracious love and his awesome deeds for mankind.

Majority Standard Bible
Let them give thanks to the LORD for His loving devotion and His wonders to the sons of men.

NET Bible
Let them give thanks to the LORD for his loyal love, and for the amazing things he has done for people!

New Heart English Bible
Let them praise the LORD for his loving kindness, for his wonderful works for the descendants of Adam.

Webster's Bible Translation
Oh that men would praise the LORD for his goodness, and for his wonderful works to the children of men!

World English Bible
Let them praise Yahweh for his loving kindness, for his wonderful deeds to the children of men!
Literal Translations
Literal Standard Version
They confess to YHWH His kindness, "" And His wonders to the sons of men.

Young's Literal Translation
They confess to Jehovah His kindness, And His wonders to the sons of men.

Smith's Literal Translation
They shall confess to Jehovah his mercy, and his wonders to the sons of man.
Catholic Translations
Douay-Rheims Bible
Let the mercies of the Lord give glory to him: and his wonderful works to the children of men.

Catholic Public Domain Version
Let his mercies confess to the Lord, and let his miracles confess to the sons of men.

New American Bible
Let them thank the LORD for his mercy, such wondrous deeds for the children of Adam.

New Revised Standard Version
Let them thank the LORD for his steadfast love, for his wonderful works to humankind.
Translations from Aramaic
Lamsa Bible
Let the righteous of the LORD give thanks to him; for his mercies are upon the children of men!

Peshitta Holy Bible Translated
His righteous ones shall thank LORD JEHOVAH for his mercies upon the sons of men.
OT Translations
JPS Tanakh 1917
Let them give thanks unto the LORD for His mercy, And for His wonderful works to the children of men!

Brenton Septuagint Translation
Let them acknowledge to the Lord his mercies, and his wonderful works to the children of men.

Additional Translations ...
Audio Bible



Context
Give Thanks to the LORD, for He is Good
7He led them on a straight path to reach a city where they could live. 8Let them give thanks to the LORD for His loving devotion and His wonders to the sons of men. 9For He satisfies the thirsty and fills the hungry with good things.…

Cross References
Psalm 136:1
Give thanks to the LORD, for He is good. His loving devotion endures forever.

Psalm 118:1
Give thanks to the LORD, for He is good; His loving devotion endures forever.

Isaiah 63:7
I will make known the LORD’s loving devotion and His praiseworthy acts, because of all that the LORD has done for us—the many good things for the house of Israel according to His great compassion and loving devotion.

Psalm 103:1-2
Of David. Bless the LORD, O my soul; all that is within me, bless His holy name. / Bless the LORD, O my soul, and do not forget all His kind deeds—

Psalm 92:1
A Psalm. A song for the Sabbath day. It is good to praise the LORD, and to sing praises to Your name, O Most High,

Psalm 145:10
All You have made will give You thanks, O LORD, and Your saints will bless You.

Psalm 106:1
Hallelujah! Give thanks to the LORD, for He is good; His loving devotion endures forever.

Psalm 89:1
A Maskil of Ethan the Ezrahite. I will sing of the loving devotion of the LORD forever; with my mouth I will proclaim Your faithfulness to all generations.

Psalm 34:1
Of David, when he pretended to be insane before Abimelech, so that the king drove him away. I will bless the LORD at all times; His praise will always be on my lips.

Psalm 95:1-2
Come, let us sing for joy to the LORD; let us shout to the Rock of our salvation! / Let us enter His presence with thanksgiving; let us make a joyful noise to Him in song.

Ephesians 5:20
always giving thanks to God the Father for everything in the name of our Lord Jesus Christ.

Colossians 3:16
Let the word of Christ richly dwell within you as you teach and admonish one another with all wisdom, and as you sing psalms, hymns, and spiritual songs with gratitude in your hearts to God.

1 Thessalonians 5:18
Give thanks in every circumstance, for this is God’s will for you in Christ Jesus.

Hebrews 13:15
Through Jesus, therefore, let us continually offer to God a sacrifice of praise, the fruit of lips that confess His name.

Revelation 19:5
Then a voice came from the throne, saying: “Praise our God, all you who serve Him, and those who fear Him, small and great alike!”


Treasury of Scripture

Oh that men would praise the LORD for his goodness, and for his wonderful works to the children of men!

o that men

Psalm 107:15,21,31
Oh that men would praise the LORD for his goodness, and for his wonderful works to the children of men! …

Psalm 81:13-16
Oh that my people had hearkened unto me, and Israel had walked in my ways! …

Deuteronomy 5:29
O that there were such an heart in them, that they would fear me, and keep all my commandments always, that it might be well with them, and with their children for ever!

praise

Psalm 34:3
O magnify the LORD with me, and let us exalt his name together.

Psalm 92:1,2
A Psalm or Song for the sabbath day. It is a good thing to give thanks unto the LORD, and to sing praises unto thy name, O most High: …

Psalm 147:1
Praise ye the LORD: for it is good to sing praises unto our God; for it is pleasant; and praise is comely.

his wonderful

Psalm 40:5
Many, O LORD my God, are thy wonderful works which thou hast done, and thy thoughts which are to us-ward: they cannot be reckoned up in order unto thee: if I would declare and speak of them, they are more than can be numbered.

Psalm 78:4
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 111:4
He hath made his wonderful works to be remembered: the LORD is gracious and full of compassion.

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Psalm 107
1. The psalmist exhorts the redeemed in praising God to observe his manifold providence
4. Over travelers
10. Over captives
17. Over sick men
23. Over sailors
33. And in diverse varieties of life.














Let them give thanks to the LORD
This phrase calls for an expression of gratitude directed towards the LORD, the covenant name of God, Yahweh. In the context of the Psalms, giving thanks is a recurring theme, emphasizing the importance of acknowledging God's sovereignty and benevolence. The act of giving thanks is not just a verbal expression but a heart posture of recognizing God's hand in the lives of His people. This aligns with other scriptures such as 1 Thessalonians 5:18, which encourages believers to give thanks in all circumstances, highlighting the universality and timelessness of this practice.

for His loving devotion
The term "loving devotion" is often translated as "steadfast love" or "mercy" in other versions, derived from the Hebrew word "chesed." This word encompasses God's covenantal faithfulness, kindness, and mercy. It is a central theme in the Old Testament, reflecting God's unwavering commitment to His people despite their unfaithfulness. This concept is echoed in Lamentations 3:22-23, where God's mercies are described as new every morning, underscoring His perpetual faithfulness.

and His wonders
"Wonders" refers to the miraculous acts and mighty deeds performed by God throughout history. These acts serve as tangible evidence of God's power and involvement in the world. In the biblical narrative, wonders often accompany God's deliverance of His people, such as the parting of the Red Sea in Exodus 14. These wonders are not only historical events but also typological foreshadowings of the ultimate deliverance through Jesus Christ, who performed miracles as signs of His divine authority and mission.

to the sons of men
This phrase indicates the universal scope of God's actions and blessings. "Sons of men" is a term that encompasses all humanity, suggesting that God's loving devotion and wonders are not limited to a specific group but are available to all. This inclusivity is reflected in the New Testament, where the gospel message is extended to both Jews and Gentiles, as seen in Galatians 3:28. The phrase also highlights the relational aspect of God's interaction with humanity, emphasizing His desire for all people to recognize and respond to His goodness.

Persons / Places / Events
1. The LORD (Yahweh)
The covenant name of God, emphasizing His eternal existence and faithfulness to His promises.

2. Sons of Men
A term referring to humanity in general, highlighting the universal scope of God's loving devotion and wonders.

3. Wonders
Refers to the miraculous acts and deeds of God, demonstrating His power and care for His people.
Teaching Points
Gratitude as a Response to God's Love
Recognize that our gratitude should be a natural response to God's loving devotion. Reflect on how His love has been evident in your life.

Acknowledging God's Wonders
Take time to identify and acknowledge the wonders God has performed in your life and in the world around you. This recognition can deepen your faith and trust in Him.

The Universality of God's Care
Understand that God's loving devotion and wonders are not limited to a select few but are available to all humanity. This should inspire us to share His love with others.

Cultivating a Thankful Heart
Develop a habit of thankfulness by regularly reflecting on God's goodness and expressing gratitude in prayer and worship.

Living Out Gratitude
Let your gratitude to God be evident in your actions and interactions with others. Serve and love others as a reflection of the love and wonders you have received from God.(8) Oh that men.--The subject is rather to be supplied from the preceding clauses, "let them praise," &c. Some, however, render "they praise," &c

On the other hand, the insertion of "for" in each clause of the Authorised Version is correct (so LXX. and Vulg.).

Verse 8. - Oh that men would praise the Lord for his goodness! Here the refrain occurs for the first time. Note its repetition in vers. 15, 21, and 31. It is an earnest call on those who have experienced God's mercies to be thankful. And for his wonderful works to the children of men! or, "his wonderful doings."

Parallel Commentaries ...


Hebrew
Let them give thanks
יוֹד֣וּ (yō·w·ḏū)
Verb - Hifil - Imperfect - third person masculine plural
Strong's 3034: To throw, at, away, to revere, worship, to bemoan

to the LORD
לַיהוָ֣ה (Yah·weh)
Preposition-l | Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 3068: LORD -- the proper name of the God of Israel

for His loving devotion
חַסְדּ֑וֹ (ḥas·dōw)
Noun - masculine singular construct | third person masculine singular
Strong's 2617: Kindness, piety, reproof, beauty

and His wonders
וְ֝נִפְלְאוֹתָ֗יו (wə·nip̄·lə·’ō·w·ṯāw)
Conjunctive waw | Verb - Nifal - Participle - feminine plural construct | third person masculine singular
Strong's 6381: To separate, distinguish, to be, great, difficult, wonderful

to the sons
לִבְנֵ֥י (liḇ·nê)
Preposition-l | Noun - masculine plural construct
Strong's 1121: A son

of men.
אָדָֽם׃ (’ā·ḏām)
Noun - masculine singular
Strong's 120: Ruddy, a human being


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