Psalms 136:1

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

King James Version

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Other Translations for Psalms 136:1

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: for his mercy endures for ever.

CPDV

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

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 136:1

OgivethanksH3034VerbuntotheLORDH3068Proper NameforheisgoodH2896forhismercyH2617Noun MasculineendurethforeverH5769Noun Masculine

Commentary for Psalms 136:1

Please note: this is not Scripture

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

Overview of Psalms 136:1

Summary

Grateful acknowledgment of God's perpetual goodness

Event

Thanksgiving for God's nature

Estimated Time Period

c. 1000 BC