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class="vheadingv"><b>Verse</b><a href="/bsb/psalms/107.htm" class="clickchap" style="color:#001320" title="Click any translation name for full chapter">  (Click for Chapter)</a></div><div id="par"><span class="versiontext"><a href="/niv/psalms/107.htm">New International Version</a></span><br />Let them give thanks to the LORD for his unfailing love and his wonderful deeds for mankind.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nlt/psalms/107.htm">New Living Translation</a></span><br />Let them praise the LORD for his great love and for the wonderful things he has done for them.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/esv/psalms/107.htm">English Standard Version</a></span><br />Let them thank the LORD for his steadfast love, for his wondrous works to the children of man!<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/bsb/psalms/107.htm">Berean Standard Bible</a></span><br />Let them give thanks to the LORD for His loving devotion and His wonders to the sons of men.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/kjv/psalms/107.htm">King James Bible</a></span><br />Oh that <i>men</i> would praise the LORD <i>for</i> his goodness, and <i>for</i> his wonderful works to the children of men!<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nkjv/psalms/107.htm">New King James Version</a></span><br />Oh, that <i>men</i> would give thanks to the LORD <i>for</i> His goodness, And <i>for</i> His wonderful works to the children of men!<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb_/psalms/107.htm">New American Standard Bible</a></span><br />They shall give thanks to the LORD for His mercy, And for His wonders to the sons of mankind!<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb/psalms/107.htm">NASB 1995</a></span><br />Let them give thanks to the LORD for His lovingkindness, And for His wonders to the sons of men!<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb77/psalms/107.htm">NASB 1977 </a></span><br />Let them give thanks to the LORD for His lovingkindness, And for His wonders to the sons of men!<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lsb/psalms/107.htm">Legacy Standard Bible </a></span><br />Let them give thanks to Yahweh for His lovingkindness, And for His wondrous deeds to the sons of men!<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/amp/psalms/107.htm">Amplified Bible</a></span><br />Let them give thanks to the LORD for His lovingkindness, And for His wonderful acts to the children of men!<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/csb/psalms/107.htm">Christian Standard Bible</a></span><br />Let them give thanks to the LORD for his faithful love and his wondrous works for all humanity.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/hcsb/psalms/107.htm">Holman Christian Standard Bible</a></span><br />Let them give thanks to the LORD for His faithful love and His wonderful works for all humanity. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/asv/psalms/107.htm">American Standard Version</a></span><br />Oh that men would praise Jehovah for his lovingkindness, And for his wonderful works to the children of men!<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/cev/psalms/107.htm">Contemporary English Version</a></span><br />You should praise the LORD for his love and for the wonderful things he does for all of us. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/erv/psalms/107.htm">English Revised Version</a></span><br />Oh that men would praise the LORD for his goodness, and for his wonderful works to the children of men!<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/gwt/psalms/107.htm">GOD'S WORD® Translation</a></span><br />Let them give thanks to the LORD because of his mercy. He performed his miracles for Adam's descendants.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/gnt/psalms/107.htm">Good News Translation</a></span><br />They must thank the LORD for his constant love, for the wonderful things he did for them. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/isv/psalms/107.htm">International Standard Version</a></span><br />Let them give thanks to the LORD for his gracious love and for his awesome deeds on behalf of mankind.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/msb/psalms/107.htm">Majority Standard Bible</a></span><br />Let them give thanks to the LORD for His loving devotion and His wonders to the sons of men.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/net/psalms/107.htm">NET Bible</a></span><br />Let them give thanks to the LORD for his loyal love, and for the amazing things he has done for people! <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nheb/psalms/107.htm">New Heart English Bible</a></span><br />Let them praise the LORD for his loving kindness, for his wonderful works for the descendants of Adam.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/wbt/psalms/107.htm">Webster's Bible Translation</a></span><br />Oh that men would praise the LORD for his goodness, and for his wonderful works to the children of men!<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/web/psalms/107.htm">World English Bible</a></span><br />Let them praise Yahweh for his loving kindness, for his wonderful deeds for the children of men! <div class="vheading2"><b>Literal Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lsv/psalms/107.htm">Literal Standard Version</a></span><br />They confess to YHWH His kindness, "" And His wonders to the sons of men,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/ylt/psalms/107.htm">Young's Literal Translation</a></span><br /> They confess to Jehovah His kindness, And His wonders to the sons of men,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/slt/psalms/107.htm">Smith's Literal Translation</a></span><br />They shall confess to Jehovah his mercy, and his wonders to the sons of man.<div class="vheading2"><b>Catholic Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/drb/psalms/107.htm">Douay-Rheims Bible</a></span><br />Let the mercies of the Lord give glory to him, and his wonderful works to the children of men. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/cpdv/psalms/107.htm">Catholic Public Domain Version</a></span><br /><V 106:31>Let his mercies confess to the Lord, and let his miracles confess to the sons of men.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nabre/psalms/107.htm">New American Bible</a></span><br />Let them thank the LORD for his mercy, such wondrous deeds for the children of Adam. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nrsvce/psalms/107.htm">New Revised Standard Version</a></span><br />Let them thank the LORD for his steadfast love, for his wonderful works to humankind.<div class="vheading2"><b>Translations from Aramaic</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lamsa/psalms/107.htm">Lamsa Bible</a></span><br />Let the righteous of the LORD give thanks to him; for his mercies are upon the children of men.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/hpbt/psalms/107.htm">Peshitta Holy Bible Translated</a></span><br />His righteous ones shall thank LORD JEHOVAH for his mercies upon the children of men.<div class="vheading2"><b>OT Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/jps/psalms/107.htm">JPS Tanakh 1917</a></span><br />Let them give thanks unto the LORD for His mercy, And for His wonderful works to the children of men!<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/sep/psalms/107.htm">Brenton Septuagint Translation</a></span><br />Let them acknowledge to the Lord his mercies, and his wonderful works to the children of men.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/parallel/psalms/107-31.htm">Additional Translations ...</a></span></div></div></div><div id="centbox"><div class="padcent"><a name="audio" id="audio"></a><div class="vheadingv"><b>Audio Bible</b></div><iframe width="100%" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/nFaD2oDhKPc?start=13788" title="YouTube video player" frameborder="0" allow="accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share" allowfullscreen></iframe><span class="p"><br /><br /><br /></span><div class="vheadingv"><b>Context</b></div><span class="hdg"><a href="/bsb/psalms/107.htm">Give Thanks to the LORD, for He is Good</a></span><br>…<span class="reftext">30</span>They rejoiced in the silence, and He guided them to the harbor they desired. <span class="reftext">31</span><span class="highl"><a href="/hebrew/3034.htm" title="3034: yō·w·ḏū (V-Hifil-Imperf-3mp) -- To throw, cast. ">Let them give thanks</a> <a href="/hebrew/3068.htm" title="3068: Yah·weh (Prep-l:: N-proper-ms) -- The proper name of the God of Israel. From hayah; self-Existent or Eternal; Jehovah, Jewish national name of God.">to the LORD</a> <a href="/hebrew/2617.htm" title="2617: ḥas·dōw (N-msc:: 3ms) -- Kindness, piety, reproof, beauty. From chacad; kindness; by implication piety: rarely reproof, or Beauty.">for His loving devotion</a> <a href="/hebrew/6381.htm" title="6381: wə·nip̄·lə·’ō·w·ṯāw (Conj-w:: V-Nifal-Prtcpl-fpc:: 3ms) -- A primitive root; properly, perhaps to separate, i.e. Distinguish; by implication, to be great, difficult, wonderful.">and His wonders</a> <a href="/hebrew/1121.htm" title="1121: liḇ·nê (Prep-l:: N-mpc) -- Son. From banah; a son, in the widest sense (like 'ab, 'ach, etc.).">to the sons</a> <a href="/hebrew/120.htm" title="120: ’ā·ḏām (N-ms) -- Man, mankind. From 'adam; ruddy i.e. A human being.">of men.</a> </span><span class="reftext">32</span>Let them exalt Him in the assembly of the people and praise Him in the council of the elders.…<div class="cred"><a href="//berean.bible">Berean Standard Bible</a> · <a href="//berean.bible/downloads.htm">Download</a></div><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a name="crossref" id="crossref"></a><div class="vheading">Cross References</div><div id="crf"><span class="crossverse"><a href="/psalms/136-1.htm">Psalm 136:1</a></span><br />Give thanks to the LORD, for He is good. His loving devotion endures forever.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/psalms/118-1.htm">Psalm 118:1</a></span><br />Give thanks to the LORD, for He is good; His loving devotion endures forever.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/psalms/106-1.htm">Psalm 106:1</a></span><br />Hallelujah! Give thanks to the LORD, for He is good; His loving devotion endures forever.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/psalms/103-1.htm">Psalm 103:1-2</a></span><br />Of David. Bless the LORD, O my soul; all that is within me, bless His holy name. / Bless the LORD, O my soul, and do not forget all His kind deeds—<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/psalms/92-1.htm">Psalm 92:1</a></span><br />A Psalm. A song for the Sabbath day. It is good to praise the LORD, and to sing praises to Your name, O Most High,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/psalms/34-1.htm">Psalm 34:1</a></span><br />Of David, when he pretended to be insane before Abimelech, so that the king drove him away. I will bless the LORD at all times; His praise will always be on my lips.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/psalms/30-4.htm">Psalm 30:4</a></span><br />Sing to the LORD, O you His saints, and praise His holy name.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/psalms/145-10.htm">Psalm 145:10</a></span><br />All You have made will give You thanks, O LORD, and Your saints will bless You.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/psalms/9-1.htm">Psalm 9:1-2</a></span><br />For the choirmaster. To the tune of “The Death of the Son.” A Psalm of David. I will give thanks to the LORD with all my heart; I will recount all Your wonders. / I will be glad and rejoice in You; I will sing praise to Your name, O Most High.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/isaiah/12-4.htm">Isaiah 12:4-5</a></span><br />and on that day you will say: “Give praise to the LORD; proclaim His name! Make His works known among the peoples; declare that His name is exalted. / Sing to the LORD, for He has done glorious things. Let this be known in all the earth.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/isaiah/25-1.htm">Isaiah 25:1</a></span><br />O LORD, You are my God! I will exalt You; I will praise Your name. For You have worked wonders—plans formed long ago—in perfect faithfulness.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/jeremiah/33-11.htm">Jeremiah 33:11</a></span><br />the sounds of joy and gladness, the voices of the bride and bridegroom, and the voices of those bringing thank offerings into the house of the LORD, saying: ‘Give thanks to the LORD of Hosts, for the LORD is good; His loving devotion endures forever.’ For I will restore the land from captivity as in former times, says the LORD.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/1_chronicles/16-34.htm">1 Chronicles 16:34</a></span><br />Give thanks to the LORD, for He is good; His loving devotion endures forever.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/2_chronicles/5-13.htm">2 Chronicles 5:13</a></span><br />The trumpeters and singers joined together to praise and thank the LORD with one voice. They lifted up their voices, accompanied by trumpets, cymbals, and musical instruments, in praise to the LORD: “For He is good; His loving devotion endures forever.” And the temple, the house of the LORD, was filled with a cloud<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/ephesians/5-20.htm">Ephesians 5:20</a></span><br />always giving thanks to God the Father for everything in the name of our Lord Jesus Christ.</div><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a name="tsk" id="tsk"><div class="vheading">Treasury of Scripture</div><p class="tsk2">Oh that men would praise the LORD for his goodness, and for his wonderful works to the children of men!</p><p class="hdg">oh that men</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/psalms/107-8.htm">Psalm 107:8,15,21</a></b></br> Oh that <i>men</i> would praise the LORD <i>for</i> his goodness, and <i>for</i> his wonderful works to the children of men! … </p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/psalms/103-2.htm">Psalm 103:2</a></b></br> Bless the LORD, O my soul, and forget not all his benefits:</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/psalms/105-1.htm">Psalm 105:1</a></b></br> O give thanks unto the LORD; call upon his name: make known his deeds among the people.</p><p class="hdg">his wonderful</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/psalms/71-17.htm">Psalm 71:17</a></b></br> O God, thou hast taught me from my youth: and hitherto have I declared thy wondrous works.</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/psalms/72-18.htm">Psalm 72:18,19</a></b></br> Blessed <i>be</i> the LORD God, the God of Israel, who only doeth wondrous things… </p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/psalms/77-11.htm">Psalm 77:11,14</a></b></br> I will remember the works of the LORD: surely I will remember thy wonders of old… </p><div class="vheading">Jump to Previous</div><a href="/psalms/107-21.htm">Children</a> <a href="/psalms/107-21.htm">Confess</a> <a href="/psalms/107-24.htm">Deeds</a> <a href="/psalms/107-21.htm">Goodness</a> <a href="/psalms/107-21.htm">Kindness</a> <a href="/psalms/107-21.htm">Loving</a> <a href="/psalms/107-21.htm">Loving-Kindness</a> <a href="/psalms/107-21.htm">Mercy</a> <a href="/psalms/107-22.htm">Praise</a> <a href="/psalms/107-21.htm">Steadfast</a> <a href="/psalms/107-22.htm">Thank</a> <a href="/psalms/107-21.htm">Thanks</a> <a href="/psalms/107-21.htm">Unfailing</a> <a href="/psalms/107-24.htm">Wonderful</a> <a href="/psalms/107-24.htm">Wonders</a> <a href="/psalms/107-24.htm">Wondrous</a> <a href="/psalms/107-24.htm">Works</a><div class="vheading2">Jump to Next</div><a href="/psalms/109-9.htm">Children</a> <a href="/psalms/118-28.htm">Confess</a> <a href="/psalms/111-3.htm">Deeds</a> <a href="/psalms/109-21.htm">Goodness</a> <a href="/psalms/108-4.htm">Kindness</a> <a href="/psalms/107-43.htm">Loving</a> <a href="/psalms/109-26.htm">Loving-Kindness</a> <a href="/psalms/108-4.htm">Mercy</a> <a href="/psalms/107-32.htm">Praise</a> <a href="/psalms/107-43.htm">Steadfast</a> <a href="/psalms/108-3.htm">Thank</a> <a href="/psalms/108-3.htm">Thanks</a> <a href="/psalms/119-41.htm">Unfailing</a> <a href="/psalms/111-4.htm">Wonderful</a> <a href="/psalms/111-4.htm">Wonders</a> <a href="/psalms/119-18.htm">Wondrous</a> <a href="/psalms/111-2.htm">Works</a><div class="vheading2">Psalm 107</div><span class="reftext">1. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/psalms/107-1.htm">The psalmist exhorts the redeemed in praising God to observe his manifold providence</a></span><br><span class="reftext">4. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/psalms/107-4.htm">Over travelers</a></span><br><span class="reftext">10. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/psalms/107-10.htm">Over captives</a></span><br><span class="reftext">17. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/psalms/107-17.htm">Over sick men</a></span><br><span class="reftext">23. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/psalms/107-23.htm">Over sailors</a></span><br><span class="reftext">33. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/psalms/107-33.htm">And in diverse varieties of life.</a></span><br></div></div><div id="mdd"><div align="center"><div class="bot2"><table align="center" width="100%"><tr><td><div align="center"> <script id="3d27ed63fc4348d5b062c4527ae09445"> (new Image()).src = 'https://capi.connatix.com/tr/si?token=51ce25d5-1a8c-424a-8695-4bd48c750f35&cid=3a9f82d0-4344-4f8d-ac0c-e1a0eb43a405'; 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The act of giving thanks is not just a personal expression but a communal one, encouraging all believers to acknowledge God's sovereignty and goodness. In the context of ancient Israel, thanksgiving was often expressed through sacrifices and offerings at the temple, as seen in <a href="/leviticus/7-12.htm">Leviticus 7:12-15</a>. This communal act of worship was central to Israelite culture and religious practice.<p><b>for His loving devotion</b><br>The term "loving devotion" is often translated from the Hebrew word "chesed," which encompasses God's steadfast love, mercy, and faithfulness. This concept is foundational in understanding God's covenant relationship with His people, as seen in His promises to Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob. It reflects God's unwavering commitment to His people despite their failures, as demonstrated throughout the history of Israel. This loving devotion is a type of Christ, who embodies God's ultimate act of love and faithfulness through His sacrifice on the cross.<p><b>and His wonders</b><br>The "wonders" refer to the miraculous acts of God, which serve as signs of His power and presence. In the Old Testament, these wonders include the parting of the Red Sea, the provision of manna, and the conquest of Canaan. These acts are not only historical events but also foreshadow the miracles of Jesus Christ, who performed signs and wonders to reveal His divine nature and authority. The wonders of God are a testament to His ability to intervene in human history and bring about His purposes.<p><b>to the sons of men</b><br>This phrase highlights the universal scope of God's actions and blessings. While the immediate context of the Psalm may focus on Israel, the reference to "the sons of men" extends God's loving devotion and wonders to all humanity. This inclusivity is echoed in the New Testament, where the gospel is proclaimed to all nations, fulfilling the promise to Abraham that all peoples on earth will be blessed through him (<a href="/genesis/12-3.htm">Genesis 12:3</a>). It underscores the theme of God's redemptive plan for all creation, culminating in the work of Jesus Christ.<div class="vheading2">Persons / Places / Events</div>1. <b><a href="/topical/t/the_lord.htm">The LORD (Yahweh)</a></b><br>The covenant name of God, emphasizing His eternal existence and faithfulness to His promises.<br><br>2. <b><a href="/topical/s/sons_of_men.htm">Sons of Men</a></b><br>A term referring to humanity in general, highlighting God's interaction and relationship with all people.<br><br>3. <b><a href="/topical/p/psalmist.htm">Psalmist</a></b><br>The author of the psalm, traditionally attributed to King David, who calls for thanksgiving and recognition of God's deeds.<br><br>4. <b><a href="/topical/w/wonders.htm">Wonders</a></b><br>The miraculous acts and divine interventions performed by God, demonstrating His power and love.<br><br>5. <b><a href="/topical/i/israel's_deliverance.htm">Israel's Deliverance</a></b><br>The broader context of <a href="/bsb/psalms/107.htm">Psalm 107</a> recounts various instances of God's deliverance of Israel from distress, illustrating His faithfulness.<div class="vheading2">Teaching Points</div><b><a href="/topical/g/gratitude_as_a_response_to_god's_love.htm">Gratitude as a Response to God's Love</a></b><br>Recognize that thanksgiving is a natural response to experiencing God's loving devotion and wonders.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/a/acknowledging_god's_wonders.htm">Acknowledging God's Wonders</a></b><br>Reflect on the specific ways God has intervened in your life and the lives of others, and give thanks for these acts.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/t/the_universality_of_god's_love.htm">The Universality of God's Love</a></b><br>Understand that God's loving devotion extends to all humanity, inviting everyone to respond with gratitude.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/t/the_importance_of_testimony.htm">The Importance of Testimony</a></b><br>Share testimonies of God's wonders in your life as a means of encouraging others and glorifying God.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/c/cultivating_a_thankful_heart.htm">Cultivating a Thankful Heart</a></b><br>Develop a habit of daily thanksgiving, recognizing God's ongoing work and presence in your life.<div class="vheading2">Lists and Questions</div><a href="/top10/lessons_from_psalm_107.htm">Top 10 Lessons from Psalm 107</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/can_christians_celebrate_thanksgiving.htm">Should Christians participate in Thanksgiving celebrations?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/how_does_envy_impact_peace_and_ties.htm">How does the Bible inspire creative expression?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/what_occurred_at_baal_of_peor.htm">What is the definition of lovingkindness?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/what_is_humanity's_origin.htm">What does the Hebrew word 'hesed' mean?</a><a name="commentary" id="commentary"></a><div class="vheading2"><a href="/commentaries/pulpit/psalms/107.htm">Pulpit Commentary</a></div><span class="cmt_sub_title">Verse 31.</span> - <span class="cmt_word">Oh that men</span>, etc. Repeated from vers. 8, 15, and 21. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/commentaries/psalms/107-31.htm">Parallel Commentaries ...</a></span><span class="p"><br /><br /><br /></span><a name="lexicon" id="lexicon"></a><div class="vheading">Hebrew</div><span class="word">Let them give thanks</span><br /><span class="heb">יוֹד֣וּ</span> <span class="translit">(yō·w·ḏū)</span><br /><span class="parse">Verb - Hifil - Imperfect - third person masculine plural<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_3034.htm">Strong's 3034: </a> </span><span class="str2">To throw, at, away, to revere, worship, to bemoan</span><br /><br /><span class="word">to the LORD</span><br /><span class="heb">לַיהוָ֣ה</span> <span class="translit">(Yah·weh)</span><br /><span class="parse">Preposition-l | Noun - proper - masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_3068.htm">Strong's 3068: </a> </span><span class="str2">LORD -- the proper name of the God of Israel</span><br /><br /><span class="word">for His loving devotion</span><br /><span class="heb">חַסְדּ֑וֹ</span> <span class="translit">(ḥas·dōw)</span><br /><span class="parse">Noun - masculine singular construct | third person masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_2617.htm">Strong's 2617: </a> </span><span class="str2">Kindness, piety, reproof, beauty</span><br /><br /><span class="word">and His wonders</span><br /><span class="heb">וְ֝נִפְלְאוֹתָ֗יו</span> <span class="translit">(wə·nip̄·lə·’ō·w·ṯāw)</span><br /><span class="parse">Conjunctive waw | Verb - Nifal - Participle - feminine plural construct | third person masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_6381.htm">Strong's 6381: </a> </span><span class="str2">To separate, distinguish, to be, great, difficult, wonderful</span><br /><br /><span class="word">to the sons</span><br /><span class="heb">לִבְנֵ֥י</span> <span class="translit">(liḇ·nê)</span><br /><span class="parse">Preposition-l | Noun - masculine plural construct<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_1121.htm">Strong's 1121: </a> </span><span class="str2">A son</span><br /><br /><span class="word">of men.</span><br /><span class="heb">אָדָֽם׃</span> <span class="translit">(’ā·ḏām)</span><br /><span class="parse">Noun - masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_120.htm">Strong's 120: </a> </span><span class="str2">Ruddy, a human being</span><br /><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><div class="vheading">Links</div><a href="/niv/psalms/107-31.htm">Psalm 107:31 NIV</a><br /><a href="/nlt/psalms/107-31.htm">Psalm 107:31 NLT</a><br /><a href="/esv/psalms/107-31.htm">Psalm 107:31 ESV</a><br /><a href="/nasb/psalms/107-31.htm">Psalm 107:31 NASB</a><br /><a href="/kjv/psalms/107-31.htm">Psalm 107:31 KJV</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="//bibleapps.com/psalms/107-31.htm">Psalm 107:31 BibleApps.com</a><br /><a href="//bibliaparalela.com/psalms/107-31.htm">Psalm 107:31 Biblia Paralela</a><br /><a href="//holybible.com.cn/psalms/107-31.htm">Psalm 107:31 Chinese Bible</a><br /><a href="//saintebible.com/psalms/107-31.htm">Psalm 107:31 French Bible</a><br /><a href="/catholic/psalms/107-31.htm">Psalm 107:31 Catholic Bible</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/psalms/107-31.htm">OT Poetry: Psalm 107:31 Let them praise Yahweh for his loving (Psalm Ps Psa.) </a></div></div></td></tr></table></div><div id="left"><a href="/psalms/107-30.htm" onmouseover='lft.src="/leftgif.png"' onmouseout='lft.src="/left.png"' title="Psalm 107:30"><img src="/left.png" name="lft" border="0" alt="Psalm 107:30" /></a></div><div id="right"><a href="/psalms/107-32.htm" onmouseover='rght.src="/rightgif.png"' onmouseout='rght.src="/right.png"' title="Psalm 107:32"><img src="/right.png" name="rght" border="0" alt="Psalm 107:32" /></a></div><div id="botleft"><a href="#" onmouseover='botleft.src="/botleftgif.png"' onmouseout='botleft.src="/botleft.png"' title="Top of Page"><img src="/botleft.png" name="botleft" border="0" alt="Top of Page" /></a></div><div id="botright"><a href="#" onmouseover='botright.src="/botrightgif.png"' onmouseout='botright.src="/botright.png"' title="Top of Page"><img src="/botright.png" name="botright" border="0" alt="Top of Page" /></a></div><div id="bot"><iframe width="100%" height="1500" scrolling="no" src="/botmenubhnew2.htm" frameborder="0"></iframe></div></td></tr></table></div></body></html>