Psalm 118:29
New International Version
Give thanks to the LORD, for he is good; his love endures forever.

New Living Translation
Give thanks to the LORD, for he is good! His faithful love endures forever.

English Standard Version
Oh give thanks to the LORD, for he is good; for his steadfast love endures forever!

Berean Standard Bible
Give thanks to the LORD, for He is good; His loving devotion endures forever.

King James Bible
O give thanks unto the LORD; for he is good: for his mercy endureth for ever.

New King James Version
Oh, give thanks to the LORD, for He is good! For His mercy endures forever.

New American Standard Bible
Give thanks to the LORD, for He is good; For His mercy is everlasting.

NASB 1995
Give thanks to the LORD, for He is good; For His lovingkindness is everlasting.

NASB 1977
Give thanks to the LORD, for He is good; For His lovingkindness is everlasting.

Legacy Standard Bible
Give thanks to Yahweh, for He is good; For His lovingkindness endures forever.

Amplified Bible
O give thanks to the LORD, for He is good; For His lovingkindness endures forever.

Christian Standard Bible
Give thanks to the LORD, for he is good; his faithful love endures forever.

Holman Christian Standard Bible
Give thanks to the LORD, for He is good; His faithful love endures forever.

American Standard Version
Oh give thanks unto Jehovah; for he is good; For his lovingkindness endureth for ever.

Contemporary English Version
Tell the LORD how thankful you are, because he is kind and always merciful.

English Revised Version
O give thanks unto the LORD; for he is good: for his mercy endureth for ever.

GOD'S WORD® Translation
Give thanks to the LORD because he is good, because his mercy endures forever.

Good News Translation
Give thanks to the LORD, because he is good, and his love is eternal.

International Standard Version
Give thanks to the LORD, for he is good and his gracious love is eternal.

Majority Standard Bible
Give thanks to the LORD, for He is good; His loving devotion endures forever.

NET Bible
Give thanks to the LORD, for he is good and his loyal love endures!

New Heart English Bible
Oh give thanks to the LORD, for he is good, for his loving kindness endures forever.

Webster's Bible Translation
O give thanks to the LORD; for he is good: for his mercy endureth for ever.

World English Bible
Oh give thanks to Yahweh, for he is good, for his loving kindness endures forever.
Literal Translations
Literal Standard Version
Give thanks to YHWH, "" For [He is] good, for His kindness [is] for all time!

Young's Literal Translation
Give ye thanks to Jehovah, For good, for to the age, is His kindness!

Smith's Literal Translation
Confess ye to Jehovah, for he is good; for his mercy is forever.
Catholic Translations
Douay-Rheims Bible
O praise ye the Lord, for he is good: for his mercy endureth for ever.

Catholic Public Domain Version
Confess to the Lord, for he is good, for his mercy is forever.

New American Bible
Give thanks to the LORD, for he is good, his mercy endures forever.

New Revised Standard Version
O give thanks to the LORD, for he is good, for his steadfast love endures forever.
Translations from Aramaic
Lamsa Bible
O give thanks to the LORD, for he is good; for his mercy endures for ever.

Peshitta Holy Bible Translated
Give thanks to LORD JEHOVAH, because he is good, and his grace is to eternity!
OT Translations
JPS Tanakh 1917
O give thanks unto the LORD, for He is good, For His mercy endureth for ever.

Brenton Septuagint Translation
Give thanks to the Lord; for he is good: for his mercy endures for ever.

Additional Translations ...
Audio Bible



Context
Give Thanks to the LORD, for He is Good
28You are my God, and I will give You thanks. You are my God, and I will exalt You. 29Give thanks to the LORD, for He is good; His loving devotion endures forever.

Cross References
1 Chronicles 16:34
Give thanks to the LORD, for He is good; His loving devotion endures forever.

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

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

Psalm 107:1
Give thanks to the LORD, for He is good; His loving devotion endures forever.

Psalm 100:4-5
Enter His gates with thanksgiving and His courts with praise; give thanks to Him and bless His name. / For the LORD is good, and His loving devotion endures forever; His faithfulness continues to all generations.

Psalm 136:26
Give thanks to the God of heaven! His loving devotion endures forever.

1 Chronicles 16:41
With them were Heman, Jeduthun, and the rest of those chosen and designated by name to give thanks to the LORD, for “His loving devotion endures forever.”

2 Chronicles 5:13
The trumpeters and singers joined together to praise and thank the LORD with one voice. They lifted up their voices, accompanied by trumpets, cymbals, and musical instruments, in praise to the LORD: “For He is good; His loving devotion endures forever.” And the temple, the house of the LORD, was filled with a cloud

2 Chronicles 7:3
When all the Israelites saw the fire coming down and the glory of the LORD above the temple, they bowed down on the pavement with their faces to the ground, and they worshiped and gave thanks to the LORD: “For He is good; His loving devotion endures forever.”

2 Chronicles 7:6
The priests stood at their posts, as did the Levites with the musical instruments of the LORD, which King David had made for giving thanks to the LORD and with which David had offered praise, saying, “For His loving devotion endures forever.” Across from the Levites, the priests sounded trumpets, and all the Israelites were standing.

Ezra 3:11
And they sang responsively with praise and thanksgiving to the LORD: “For He is good; for His loving devotion to Israel endures forever.” Then all the people gave a great shout of praise to the LORD, because the foundation of the house of the LORD had been laid.

Jeremiah 33:11
the sounds of joy and gladness, the voices of the bride and bridegroom, and the voices of those bringing thank offerings into the house of the LORD, saying: ‘Give thanks to the LORD of Hosts, for the LORD is good; His loving devotion endures forever.’ For I will restore the land from captivity as in former times, says the LORD.

Isaiah 12:4-5
and on that day you will say: “Give praise to the LORD; proclaim His name! Make His works known among the peoples; declare that His name is exalted. / Sing to the LORD, for He has done glorious things. Let this be known in all the earth.

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

Colossians 3:17
And whatever you do, in word or deed, do it all in the name of the Lord Jesus, giving thanks to God the Father through Him.


Treasury of Scripture

O give thanks to the LORD; for he is good: for his mercy endures for ever.

Psalm 118:1
O give thanks unto the LORD; for he is good: because his mercy endureth for ever.

Psalm 103:17
But the mercy of the LORD is from everlasting to everlasting upon them that fear him, and his righteousness unto children's children;

Ezra 3:11
And they sang together by course in praising and giving thanks unto the LORD; because he is good, for his mercy endureth for ever toward Israel. And all the people shouted with a great shout, when they praised the LORD, because the foundation of the house of the LORD was laid.

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Give thanks
The phrase "Give thanks" is derived from the Hebrew word "yadah," which means to acknowledge, praise, or confess. In the context of ancient Israel, giving thanks was not merely a polite expression but a profound act of worship and recognition of God's sovereignty and goodness. The act of giving thanks is deeply rooted in the Jewish tradition, where gratitude is a central theme in worship and daily life. This call to give thanks is an invitation to enter into a posture of humility and acknowledgment of God's providence and blessings.

to the LORD
The term "LORD" in this verse is translated from the Hebrew "Yahweh," the personal name of God revealed to Moses in the burning bush (Exodus 3:14). This name signifies God's eternal existence and His covenant relationship with His people. In the historical context, invoking the name of Yahweh was a reminder of God's faithfulness and His mighty acts of deliverance, such as the Exodus from Egypt. It is a call to recognize the personal and relational nature of God, who is not distant but intimately involved in the lives of His people.

for He is good
The phrase "for He is good" emphasizes the intrinsic nature of God. The Hebrew word "tov" (good) conveys a sense of moral goodness, kindness, and benevolence. This declaration is a central theme throughout the Psalms and the entire Bible, affirming that God's character is the ultimate standard of goodness. Historically, this affirmation would have been a source of comfort and assurance to the Israelites, who experienced God's goodness through His provision, protection, and guidance. It is a reminder that God's actions are always in alignment with His good nature.

His loving devotion
The term "loving devotion" is translated from the Hebrew word "chesed," which is often rendered as "steadfast love," "mercy," or "covenant faithfulness." This word encapsulates the idea of a loyal, covenantal love that is unwavering and enduring. In the ancient Near Eastern context, "chesed" was a powerful concept that described the mutual obligations and loyalty expected in a covenant relationship. For the Israelites, God's "chesed" was a foundational aspect of their identity as His chosen people, assuring them of His unchanging love and commitment.

endures forever
The phrase "endures forever" is a translation of the Hebrew "olam," which signifies eternity or perpetuity. This expression underscores the eternal nature of God's "chesed" and His unchanging character. In the historical and scriptural context, this assurance of God's everlasting love and faithfulness was crucial for the Israelites, especially during times of exile, hardship, and uncertainty. It is a timeless truth that offers hope and stability, reminding believers that God's promises and love are not limited by time or circumstance.

Verse 29. - O give thanks unto the Lord, for he is good: for his mercy endureth forever. The psalm ends, as it began, with the usual thanksgiving refrain (comp. 1 Chronicles 16:34; 2 Chronicles 5:13; Ezra 3:11; Psalm 106:1; Psalm 107:1; Psalm 118:1-4; Psalm 136:1-26).



Parallel Commentaries ...


Hebrew
Give thanks
הוֹד֣וּ (hō·w·ḏū)
Verb - Hifil - Imperative - 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
כִּי־ (kî-)
Conjunction
Strong's 3588: A relative conjunction

He is good;
ט֑וֹב (ṭō·wḇ)
Adjective - masculine singular
Strong's 2896: Pleasant, agreeable, good

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

endures forever.
לְעוֹלָ֣ם (lə·‘ō·w·lām)
Preposition-l | Noun - masculine singular
Strong's 5769: Concealed, eternity, frequentatively, always


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