Verse (Click for Chapter) 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 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 faithfulness 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 Give thanks to the LORD, for He is good; For His lovingkindness (graciousness, mercy, compassion) 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 love is eternal. American Standard Version Oh give thanks unto Jehovah; for he is good; For his lovingkindness endureth for ever. Contemporary English Version Praise the LORD! He is good. God's love never fails. 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; his love is eternal. International Standard Version Give thanks to the LORD, for he is good, for his gracious love is everlasting. 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, for his loyal love endures. New Heart English Bible 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 Give thanks to Yahweh, for he is good, for his loving kindness endures forever. Literal Translations Literal Standard VersionGive 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 BiblePraise the Lord, for he is good: for his mercy endureth for ever. Catholic Public Domain Version New American Bible Praise the LORD, for he is good; for 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 BibleO 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 mercies are to eternity. OT Translations JPS Tanakh 1917O give thanks unto the LORD, for He is good, For His mercy endureth for ever. Brenton Septuagint Translation Alleluia. Give thanks to the Lord: for he is good: for his mercy endures for ever. Additional Translations ... Audio Bible Context His Loving Faithfulness Endures Forever1Give thanks to the LORD, for He is good. His loving devotion endures forever. 2Give thanks to the God of gods. 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 118:1 Give thanks to the LORD, for He is good; 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. 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 118:29 Give thanks to the LORD, for He is good; His loving devotion endures forever. Psalm 100:5 For the LORD is good, and His loving devotion endures forever; His faithfulness continues to all generations. Psalm 103:17 But from everlasting to everlasting the loving devotion of the LORD extends to those who fear Him, and His righteousness to their children’s children— Lamentations 3:22-23 Because of the loving devotion of the LORD we are not consumed, for His mercies never fail. / They are new every morning; great is Your faithfulness! 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. give thanks Psalm 105:1 O give thanks unto the LORD; call upon his name: make known his deeds among the people. Psalm 106:1 Praise ye the LORD. O give thanks unto the LORD; for he is good: for his mercy endureth for ever. Psalm 107:1 O give thanks unto the LORD, for he is good: for his mercy endureth for ever. for his mercy 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; 1 Chronicles 16:34,41 O give thanks unto the LORD; for he is good; for his mercy endureth for ever… 2 Chronicles 20:21 And when he had consulted with the people, he appointed singers unto the LORD, and that should praise the beauty of holiness, as they went out before the army, and to say, Praise the LORD; for his mercy endureth for ever. Jump to Previous Age Endures Endureth Everlasting Forever Good Kindness Loving Loving-Kindness Mercy Praise Steadfast Thanks UnchangingJump to Next Age Endures Endureth Everlasting Forever Good Kindness Loving Loving-Kindness Mercy Praise Steadfast Thanks UnchangingPsalm 136 1. An exhortation to give thanks to God for particular mercies.Give thanks to the LORD This phrase is a call to worship and gratitude, emphasizing the importance of acknowledging God's sovereignty and benevolence. In the Hebrew context, "LORD" is translated from "YHWH," the sacred name of God, highlighting His eternal and unchanging nature. The act of giving thanks is a central theme in Jewish worship, as seen in the Psalms and throughout the Old Testament. It reflects a heart posture of humility and recognition of God's provision and protection. This call to thanksgiving is echoed in the New Testament, such as in 1 Thessalonians 5:18, where believers are encouraged to give thanks in all circumstances. for He is good His loving devotion endures forever Persons / Places / Events 1. The LORD (Yahweh)The covenant name of God, emphasizing His eternal existence and faithfulness to His promises. 2. Psalmist The author of Psalm 136, traditionally attributed to King David, who calls the people to worship and gratitude. 3. Israel The nation to whom the Psalm is addressed, reminding them of God's enduring love and faithfulness throughout their history. Teaching Points The Call to GratitudeWe are called to give thanks to the LORD, recognizing His goodness in our lives. Gratitude should be a daily practice, acknowledging God's blessings and faithfulness. Understanding God's Goodness God's goodness is intrinsic to His nature. Reflect on how His goodness is evident in creation, salvation, and personal experiences. Enduring Loving Devotion The Hebrew word "chesed" translated as "loving devotion" or "steadfast love" signifies God's covenantal loyalty. This love is unwavering and eternal, providing a foundation for our faith and trust in Him. Worship as a Response Our response to God's goodness and enduring love should be worship. This includes both corporate worship in community and personal devotion. Living Out Gratitude Let gratitude shape our interactions with others, fostering a spirit of kindness and generosity. As recipients of God's enduring love, we are called to reflect that love to those around us.Verse 1. - Oh give thanks unto the Lord; for he is good: for his mercy endureth forever. Identical with the first verse of Psalm 118, which is probably a very ancient formula, and one used at the erection both of the first (2 Chronicles 5:13) and of the second temple (Ezra 3:11). Parallel Commentaries ... Hebrew Give thanksהוֹד֣וּ (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 Links Psalm 136:1 NIVPsalm 136:1 NLT Psalm 136:1 ESV Psalm 136:1 NASB Psalm 136:1 KJV Psalm 136:1 BibleApps.com Psalm 136:1 Biblia Paralela Psalm 136:1 Chinese Bible Psalm 136:1 French Bible Psalm 136:1 Catholic Bible OT Poetry: Psalm 136:1 Give thanks to Yahweh for he (Psalm Ps Psa.) |
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