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Psalms, 118

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

1. Alleluia! Give thanks to the Lord, for he is good, his loving kindness endures forever.

2. Let Israel now say, that his mercy [endureth] for ever.

2. Let Israel say, "His loving kindness endures forever."

3. Let the house of Aaron now say, that his mercy [endureth] for ever.

3. Let the house of Aaron say, "His loving kindness endures forever."

4. Let them now that fear the LORD say, that his mercy [endureth] for ever.

4. Let those who fear the Lord say, "His loving kindness endures forever."

5. I called upon the LORD in distress: the LORD answered me, [and set me] in a large place.

5. In anguish I cried to the Lord; he answered by setting me free.

6. The LORD [is] on my side; I will not fear: what can man do unto me?

6. With the Lord beside me I need not fear. What can humans do to me?

7. The LORD taketh my part with them that help me: therefore shall I see [my desire] upon them that hate me.

7. The Lord is with me, ready to help; I can look in triumph upon my enemies.

8. [It is] better to trust in the LORD than to put confidence in man.

8. It is better to take refuge in the Lord than to trust in the help of humans.

9. [It is] better to trust in the LORD than to put confidence in princes.

9. It is better to take refuge in the Lord than to trust in the might of princes.

10. All nations compassed me about: but in the name of the LORD will I destroy them.

10. All the nations surrounded me; in the name of the Lord I crushed them.

11. They compassed me about; yea, they compassed me about: but in the name of the LORD I will destroy them.

11. They surrounded me on every side; in the name of the Lord I crushed them.

12. They compassed me about like bees; they are quenched as the fire of thorns: for in the name of the LORD I will destroy them.

12. Like swarms of bees they encircled me; but like burning thorns they died down; in the name of the Lord I crushed them.

13. Thou hast thrust sore at me that I might fall: but the LORD helped me.

13. I was pushed hard and about to fall, but the Lord came to my help.

14. The LORD [is] my strength and song, and is become my salvation.

14. The Lord is my strength and my song; he has become my salvation.

15. The voice of rejoicing and salvation [is] in the tabernacles of the righteous: the right hand of the LORD doeth valiantly.

15. Joyful shouts of victory are heard in the tents of the just: "The right hand of the Lord strikes mightily,

16. The right hand of the LORD is exalted: the right hand of the LORD doeth valiantly.

16. the right hand of the Lord is lifted high, the right hand of the Lord strikes mightily!"

17. I shall not die, but live, and declare the works of the LORD.

17. I shall not die, but live to proclaim what the Lord has done.

18. The LORD hath chastened me sore: but he hath not given me over unto death.

18. The Lord has stricken me severely, but he has saved me from death.

19. Open to me the gates of righteousness: I will go into them, [and] I will praise the LORD:

19. Open to me the gates of the Just, and let me enter to give thanks.

20. This gate of the LORD, into which the righteous shall enter.

20. "This is the Lord's gate, through which the upright enter."

21. I will praise thee: for thou hast heard me, and art become my salvation.

21. I thank you for having answered me, for having rescued me.

22. The stone [which] the builders refused is become the head [stone] of the corner.

22. The stone rejected by the builders has become the keystone.

23. This is the LORD'S doing; it [is] marvellous in our eyes.

23. This was the Lord's doing and we marvel at it.

24. This [is] the day [which] the LORD hath made; we will rejoice and be glad in it.

24. This is the day the Lord has made; so let us rejoice and be glad.

25. Save now, I beseech thee, O LORD: O LORD, I beseech thee, send now prosperity.

25. Save us, O Lord, deliver us, O Lord!

26. Blessed [be] he that cometh in the name of the LORD: we have blessed you out of the house of the LORD.

26. Blessed is he who comes in the Lord's name! We bless you from the house of the Lord.

27. God [is] the LORD, which hath shewed us light: bind the sacrifice with cords, [even] unto the horns of the altar.

27. The Lord is God; may his light shine upon us. With branches, join in procession up to the horns of the altar.

28. Thou [art] my God, and I will praise thee: [thou art] my God, I will exalt thee.

28. You are my God, and I give you thanks. You are my God, and I give you praise.

29. O give thanks unto the LORD; for [he is] good: for his mercy [endureth] for ever.

29. Give thanks to the Lord, for he is good; his steadfast love endures forever!



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Footnotes:

118:1-4 - The psalm begins with a declaration of gratitude for God's goodness and mercy. The call to give thanks to God is a reminder of the need for continual praise for His steadfast faithfulness (see also Psalm 136:1 and Lamentations 3:22-23).

118:5-7 - The psalmist reflects on God's help in times of trouble, affirming that with the Lord by his side, he will not fear. This demonstrates confidence in God's power to deliver from any danger (see also Isaiah 41:10 and Romans 8:31).

118:14-16 - The joy of victory is celebrated. The Lord is exalted as the strength and song of the psalmist, echoing the confidence that victory comes from God (see also Exodus 15:2 and Psalm 144:1-2).

118:22-24 - The stone the builders rejected has become the cornerstone. This verse is a messianic prophecy, later applied to Jesus in the New Testament, highlighting Christ's redemptive work (see also Matthew 21:42 and Acts 4:11).

118:28-29 - The psalm concludes with praise to the Lord for His goodness and His mercies that endure forever. This verse reiterates the theme of gratitude and worship to God that permeates the entire psalm (see also Psalm 106:1 and 1 Chronicles 16:34).

Verses related to Psalms, 118:

Psalm 118 is a triumphal hymn of thanksgiving. How does God turn rejection into victory? This liturgical psalm celebrates divine liberation and the vindication of the righteous. The text includes famous statements such as "The stone that the builders rejected has become the cornerstone." Psalm 118 expresses confidence in God's eternal love and His ability to turn situations around. Examine with us five biblical passages that resonate with the themes of victory and gratitude present in this inspiring psalm, often cited in the New Testament.

Matthew 21:42: "Jesus said to them, 'Have you never read in the Scriptures: The stone which the builders rejected has become the cornerstone; This comes from the Lord, and it is a wonderful thing for us'?" - Jesus quotes Psalm 118:22-23, applying it to himself as the rejected Messiah.

Acts 4:11-12: "Jesus is 'the stone which you builders rejected, and which has become the cornerstone'. There is salvation in no one else, for there is no other name under heaven given among men by which we must be saved." - Peter applies Psalm 118:22 to Jesus, emphasizing his centrality in salvation.

Hebrews 13:6: "Therefore we can say with confidence: 'The Lord is my helper, I will not fear. What can men do to me?'" - The author of Hebrews quotes Psalm 118:6-7, applying it to believers' trust in God.

1 Peter 2:4-5: "As you draw near to him, the living stone - rejected by men but chosen by God and precious to him - you are also being used as living stones in building a spiritual house to be a holy priesthood, offering spiritual sacrifices acceptable to God, through Jesus Christ." - Peter alludes to Psalm 118:22, extending the cornerstone metaphor to all believers.

Luke 13:35: "Behold, your house will be abandoned. I tell you that you will see me no more until you say, 'Blessed is he who comes in the name of the Lord.'" - Jesus quotes Psalm 118:26, applying it to his own coming as the Messiah.

FAQ:

What does it mean when the psalmist says, "The Lord is my strength and my song"?

The psalmist expresses that God is his source of strength and reason for praise, especially in times of difficulty. (Psalm 118:14)

What does Psalm 118 teach about trusting in God?

Psalm 118 teaches that trusting in God is better than trusting in any human being or ruler, for He is faithful. (Psalm 118:8-9)

What is the meaning of the statement "This is the day the Lord has made"?

This phrase indicates that each day is a gift from God, an opportunity to celebrate and rejoice in His providence. (Psalm 118:24)

How does Psalm 118 describe the rejection of Jesus as applied in the New Testament?

Psalm 118 prophesies of Jesus' rejection by the religious leaders, but also of His exaltation as the cornerstone. (Psalm 118:22)

What does Psalm 118 say about victory in times of war?

Psalm 118 shows that true victory comes from God, who gives His people strength to overcome their enemies. (Psalm 118:13-14)


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