Psalms 115:16

The heaven, even the heavens, are the LORD'S: but the earth hath he given to the children of men.

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Other Translations for Psalms 115:16

BSB
The highest heavens belong to the LORD, but the earth He has given to mankind.
AKJV
The heaven, even the heavens, are the LORD's: but the earth has he given to the children of men.
CPDV
The heaven of heaven is for the Lord, but the earth he has given to the sons of men.
ERV
The heavens are the heavens of the LORD; but the earth hath he given to the children of men.
NHEB
The heavens are the heavens of the LORD; but the earth has he given to the descendants of Adam.
SMT
The heavens of heavens to Jehovah, and he gave the earth to the sons of man.

Commentary for Psalms 115:16

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Barnes’ Notes Classic commentary from Albert Barnes Matthew Henry Commentary Classic commentary from Matthew Henry
Overview of Psalms 115:16
Summary
God owns heavens; humans inherit earth
Event
God distributing dominion
Estimated Time Period
c. 1000 BC
Category
Promise