Psalms 135:4

For the LORD hath chosen Jacob unto himself, and Israel for his peculiar treasure.

King James Version

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Other Translations for Psalms 135:4

BSB

For the LORD has chosen Jacob as His own, Israel as His treasured possession.

AKJV

For the LORD has chosen Jacob to himself, and Israel for his peculiar treasure.

CPDV

For the Lord has chosen Jacob for himself, Israel for his own possession.

ERV

For the LORD hath chosen Jacob unto himself, and Israel for his peculiar treasure.

NHEB

For the LORD has chosen Jacob for himself; Israel for his own possession.

SMT

For Jah chose to himself Jacob; Israel for his property.

Word Study (Strong’s) for Psalms 135:4

FortheLORDH3050Proper NamehathchosenH977Verb JacobH3290Proper Name MasculineuntohimselfandIsraelH3478Proper Name MasculineforhispeculiartreasureH5459Noun Feminine

Commentary for Psalms 135:4

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

Overview of Psalms 135:4

Summary

God claims Jacob and Israel exclusively

Event

Divine selection of nation

Estimated Time Period

Pre-history