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Psalms, 136

1. Alleluia! Give thanks to Yahweh for he is good, for his faithful love endures for ever.

1. O give thanks to the LORD, for he is good, for his steadfast love endures for ever.

2. Give thanks to the God of gods, for his faithful love endures for ever.

2. O give thanks to the God of gods, for his steadfast love endures for ever.

3. Give thanks to the Lord of lords, for his faithful love endures for ever.

3. O give thanks to the Lord of lords, for his steadfast love endures for ever;

4. He alone works wonders, for his faithful love endures for ever.

4. to him who alone does great wonders, for his steadfast love endures for ever;

5. In wisdom he made the heavens, for his faithful love endures for ever.

5. to him who by understanding made the heavens, for his steadfast love endures for ever;

6. He set the earth firm on the waters, for his faithful love endures for ever.

6. to him who spread out the earth upon the waters, for his steadfast love endures for ever;

7. He made the great lights, for his faithful love endures for ever.

7. to him who made the great lights, for his steadfast love endures for ever;

8. The sun to rule the day, for his faithful love endures for ever.

8. the sun to rule over the day, for his steadfast love endures for ever;

9. Moon and stars to rule the night, for his faithful love endures for ever.

9. the moon and stars to rule over the night, for his steadfast love endures for ever;

10. He struck down the first-born of Egypt, for his faithful love endures for ever.

10. to him who smote the first-born of Egypt, for his steadfast love endures for ever;

11. He brought Israel out from among them, for his faithful love endures for ever.

11. and brought Israel out from among them, for his steadfast love endures for ever;

12. With mighty hand and outstretched arm, for his faithful love endures for ever.

12. with a strong hand and an outstretched arm, for his steadfast love endures for ever;

13. He split the Sea of Reeds in two, for his faithful love endures for ever.

13. to him who divided the Red Sea in sunder, for his steadfast love endures for ever;

14. Let Israel pass through the middle, for his faithful love endures for ever.

14. and made Israel pass through the midst of it, for his steadfast love endures for ever;

15. And drowned Pharaoh and all his army, for his faithful love endures for ever.

15. but overthrew Pharaoh and his host in the Red Sea, for his steadfast love endures for ever;

16. He led his people through the desert, for his faithful love endures for ever.

16. to him who led his people through the wilderness, for his steadfast love endures for ever;

17. He struck down mighty kings, for his faithful love endures for ever.

17. to him who smote great kings, for his steadfast love endures for ever;

18. Slaughtered famous kings, for his faithful love endures for ever.

18. and slew famous kings, for his steadfast love endures for ever;

19. Sihon king of the Amorites, for his faithful love endures for ever.

19. Sihon, king of the Amorites, for his steadfast love endures for ever;

20. And Og king of Bashan, for his faithful love endures for ever.

20. and Og, king of Bashan, for his steadfast love endures for ever;

21. He gave their land as a birthright, for his faithful love endures for ever.

21. and gave their land as a heritage, for his steadfast love endures for ever;

22. A birthright to his servant Israel, for his faithful love endures for ever.

22. a heritage to Israel his servant, for his steadfast love endures for ever.

23. He kept us in mind when we were humbled, for his faithful love endures for ever.

23. It is he who remembered us in our low estate, for his steadfast love endures for ever;

24. And rescued us from our enemies, for his faithful love endures for ever.

24. and rescued us from our foes, for his steadfast love endures for ever;

25. He provides food for all living creatures, for his faithful love endures for ever.

25. he who gives food to all flesh, for his steadfast love endures for ever.

26. Give thanks to the God of heaven, for his faithful love endures for ever.

26. O give thanks to the God of heaven, for his steadfast love endures for ever.



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Footnotes:

136:1-3 - The psalm begins with a repeated refrain: "For his mercy endures forever," highlighting God's unfailing and enduring love. This is a constant reminder of God's faithfulness in all ages (see also Lamentations 3:22-23 and Psalm 106:1).

136:4-9 - God is praised for His wonders in creation, from the heavens to the stars. The psalm emphasizes that the order of the universe is the fruit of divine goodness and wisdom (see also Genesis 1:14-19 and Psalm 19:1-4).

136:10-15 - The psalmist celebrates Israel's deliverance from Egypt, recalling the plagues and the deliverance at the Red Sea. Every action of God is an act of mercy and salvation for His people (see also Exodus 12:29 and Exodus 14:21-31).

136:16-22 - Israel's journey through the wilderness and the conquest of the Promised Land are celebrated as testaments to God's faithfulness. He guides and cares for His people through hardship (see also Numbers 21:21-35 and Deuteronomy 7:1-2).

136:23-26 - The psalm concludes with praise to the God who remembers His people in their afflictions and who provides food for every creature. His mercy extends to all generations, demonstrating God's constant care (see also Psalm 145:15-16 and Matthew 6:26).

Verses related to Psalms, 136:

Psalm 136, known as the "Great Hallel", is a hymn of gratitude. How to recognize God's eternal goodness? This liturgical psalm recapitulates God's mighty works in creation and Israel's history, with the refrain "For his mercy endures forever." The text covers from creation to the conquest of Canaan. Themes such as divine faithfulness, liberation and provision are central. Psalm 136 invites grateful reflection on God's blessings. Consider with us five verses that echo the theme of enduring mercy present in this memorable psalm.

1 Chronicles 16:34: "Give thanks to the Lord, for he is good; your love lasts forever." - This verse echoes the refrain repeated throughout Psalm 136, emphasizing God's eternal goodness.

Exodus 14:21: "Moses stretched out his hand over the sea, and the Lord divided it with a strong east wind that blew all that night. He turned the sea into dry land; the waters divided." - This verse describes the event mentioned in Psalm 136:13-14, showing God's power in liberating Israel.

Deuteronomy 8:2: "Remember how the Lord your God led you all the way in the desert, during these forty years, to humble you and put you to the test, in order to know their intentions, whether they would obey his commandments or not." - This passage relates to Psalm 136:16, which talks about God leading his people through the wilderness.

Joshua 12:1: "These are the kings whom the Israelites defeated and whose lands they conquered east of the Jordan, from the Arnon Brook to Mount Hermon, including all the eastern part of the Arabah:" - This verse introduces the list of defeated kings, which is mentioned in Psalm 136:17-20.

Nehemiah 9:6: "You, you alone, are the Lord. You made the heavens, the highest heavens and all their hosts, the earth and everything in it, the seas and everything in them. You give life to all beings, and the armies of heaven worship you." - This passage reflects the theme of creation present in Psalm 136:5-9, praising God as creator.

FAQ:

What does "give thanks to the Lord" mean in Psalm 136?

Give thanks to the Lord means to acknowledge and thank God for His goodness, everlasting love, and wonderful deeds on behalf of His people. (Psalm 136:1)

Why is God's love repeatedly mentioned in Psalm 136?

God's everlasting love is repeated to emphasize the constancy and faithfulness of His goodness regardless of circumstances. (Psalm 136:2-26)

What did God do for the Israelites in Psalm 136?

God delivered the Israelites from slavery in Egypt, led them through the wilderness, and established them as a nation. (Psalm 136:10-22)

What does Psalm 136 teach about God's sovereignty?

Psalm 136 shows God's sovereignty, highlighting His power over creation and His historical intervention in the life of Israel. (Psalm 136:4-9)

How does Psalm 136 teach us to respond to God?

The Psalm teaches us to respond to God with gratitude and praise, recognizing His steadfast love and powerful actions. (Psalm 136:1-26)


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