Psalms 118:1

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

King James Version

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Other Translations for Psalms 118:1

BSB

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

AKJV

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

CPDV

Alleluia. Confess to the Lord, for he is good, for his mercy is forever.

ERV

O GIVE thanks unto the LORD; for he is good: for his mercy endureth for ever.

NHEB

Give thanks to the LORD, for he is good, for his loving kindness endures forever.

SMT

Confess ye to Jehovah, for he is good, for his mercy is forever.

Word Study (Strong’s) for Psalms 118:1

OgivethanksH3034VerbuntotheLORDH3068Proper NameforheisgoodH2896becausehismercyH2617Noun MasculineendurethforeverH5769Noun Masculine

Commentary for Psalms 118:1

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Barnes’ Notes Classic commentary from Albert Barnes Matthew Henry Commentary Classic commentary from Matthew Henry

Overview of Psalms 118:1

Summary

Gratitude for inherent goodness and eternal compassion

Event

Giving thanks for character

Estimated Time Period

c. 1000 BC