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His love endures forever.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nlt/psalms/136.htm">New Living Translation</a></span><br />Give thanks to the God of gods. His faithful love endures forever.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/esv/psalms/136.htm">English Standard Version</a></span><br />Give thanks to the God of gods, for his steadfast love endures forever.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/bsb/psalms/136.htm">Berean Standard Bible</a></span><br />Give thanks to the God of gods. His loving devotion endures forever.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/kjv/psalms/136.htm">King James Bible</a></span><br />O give thanks unto the God of gods: for his mercy <i>endureth</i> for ever.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nkjv/psalms/136.htm">New King James Version</a></span><br />Oh, give thanks to the God of gods! For His mercy <i>endures</i> forever.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb_/psalms/136.htm">New American Standard Bible</a></span><br />Give thanks to the God of gods, For His faithfulness is everlasting.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb/psalms/136.htm">NASB 1995</a></span><br />Give thanks to the God of gods, For His lovingkindness is everlasting.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb77/psalms/136.htm">NASB 1977 </a></span><br />Give thanks to the God of gods, For His lovingkindness is everlasting.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lsb/psalms/136.htm">Legacy Standard Bible </a></span><br />Give thanks to the God of gods, For His lovingkindness endures forever.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/amp/psalms/136.htm">Amplified Bible</a></span><br />Give thanks to the God of gods, For His lovingkindness endures forever.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/csb/psalms/136.htm">Christian Standard Bible</a></span><br />Give thanks to the God of gods. His faithful love endures forever.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/hcsb/psalms/136.htm">Holman Christian Standard Bible</a></span><br />Give thanks to the God of gods. His love is eternal. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/asv/psalms/136.htm">American Standard Version</a></span><br />Oh give thanks unto the God of gods; For his lovingkindness endureth for ever.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/cev/psalms/136.htm">Contemporary English Version</a></span><br />Praise the God of all gods. God's love never fails. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/erv/psalms/136.htm">English Revised Version</a></span><br />O give thanks unto the God of gods: for his mercy endureth for ever.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/gwt/psalms/136.htm">GOD'S WORD® Translation</a></span><br />Give thanks to the God of gods because his mercy endures forever.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/gnt/psalms/136.htm">Good News Translation</a></span><br />Give thanks to the greatest of all gods; his love is eternal. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/isv/psalms/136.htm">International Standard Version</a></span><br />Give thanks to the God of gods, for his gracious love is everlasting.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/msb/psalms/136.htm">Majority Standard Bible</a></span><br />Give thanks to the God of gods. His loving devotion endures forever.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/net/psalms/136.htm">NET Bible</a></span><br />Give thanks to the God of gods, for his loyal love endures. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nheb/psalms/136.htm">New Heart English Bible</a></span><br />Give thanks to the God of gods; for his loving kindness endures forever.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/wbt/psalms/136.htm">Webster's Bible Translation</a></span><br />O give thanks to the God of gods: for his mercy endureth for ever.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/web/psalms/136.htm">World English Bible</a></span><br />Give thanks to the God of gods, for his loving kindness endures forever. <div class="vheading2"><b>Literal Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lsv/psalms/136.htm">Literal Standard Version</a></span><br />Give thanks to the God of gods, "" For His kindness [is] for all time.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/ylt/psalms/136.htm">Young's Literal Translation</a></span><br /> Give ye thanks to the God of gods, For to the age is His kindness.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/slt/psalms/136.htm">Smith's Literal Translation</a></span><br />Confess to the God of gods: for his mercy is forever.<div class="vheading2"><b>Catholic Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/drb/psalms/136.htm">Douay-Rheims Bible</a></span><br />Praise ye the God of gods: for his mercy endureth for ever. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/cpdv/psalms/136.htm">Catholic Public Domain Version</a></span><br /><V 135:2>Confess to the God of gods, for his mercy is eternal.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nabre/psalms/136.htm">New American Bible</a></span><br />Praise the God of gods; for his mercy endures forever; <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nrsvce/psalms/136.htm">New Revised Standard Version</a></span><br />O give thanks to the God of gods, for his steadfast love endures forever.<div class="vheading2"><b>Translations from Aramaic</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lamsa/psalms/136.htm">Lamsa Bible</a></span><br />O give thanks to the God of gods; for his mercy endures for ever.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/hpbt/psalms/136.htm">Peshitta Holy Bible Translated</a></span><br />Give thanks to the God of gods, for his mercies are to eternity.<div class="vheading2"><b>OT Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/jps/psalms/136.htm">JPS Tanakh 1917</a></span><br />O give thanks unto the God of gods, For His mercy endureth for ever.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/sep/psalms/136.htm">Brenton Septuagint Translation</a></span><br />Give thanks to the God of gods; for his mercy <i>endures</i> for ever.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/parallel/psalms/136-2.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=16899" 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/136.htm">His Loving Faithfulness Endures Forever</a></span><br><span class="reftext">1</span>Give thanks to the LORD, for He is good. His loving devotion endures forever. <span class="reftext">2</span><span class="highl"><a href="/hebrew/3034.htm" title="3034: hō·w·ḏū (V-Hifil-Imp-mp) -- To throw, cast. ">Give thanks</a> <a href="/hebrew/430.htm" title="430: lê·lō·hê (Prep-l:: N-mpc) -- Plural of 'elowahh; gods in the ordinary sense; but specifically used of the supreme God">to the God</a> <a href="/hebrew/430.htm" title="430: hā·’ĕ·lō·hîm (Art:: N-mp) -- Plural of 'elowahh; gods in the ordinary sense; but specifically used of the supreme God">of gods.</a> <a href="/hebrew/3588.htm" title="3588: kî (Conj) -- That, for, when. "></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.">His loving devotion</a> <a href="/hebrew/5769.htm" title="5769: lə·‘ō·w·lām (Prep-l:: N-ms) -- Long duration, antiquity, futurity. ">endures forever.</a> </span><span class="reftext">3</span>Give thanks to the Lord of lords. His loving devotion endures forever.…<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="/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="/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/107-1.htm">Psalm 107:1</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="/1_chronicles/16-41.htm">1 Chronicles 16:41</a></span><br />With them were Heman, Jeduthun, and the rest of those chosen and designated by name to give thanks to the LORD, for “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="/2_chronicles/7-3.htm">2 Chronicles 7:3</a></span><br />When all the Israelites saw the fire coming down and the glory of the LORD above the temple, they bowed down on the pavement with their faces to the ground, and they worshiped and gave 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/7-6.htm">2 Chronicles 7:6</a></span><br />The priests stood at their posts, as did the Levites with the musical instruments of the LORD, which King David had made for giving thanks to the LORD and with which David had offered praise, saying, “For His loving devotion endures forever.” Across from the Levites, the priests sounded trumpets, and all the Israelites were standing.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/ezra/3-11.htm">Ezra 3:11</a></span><br />And they sang responsively with praise and thanksgiving to the LORD: “For He is good; for His loving devotion to Israel endures forever.” Then all the people gave a great shout of praise to the LORD, because the foundation of the house of the LORD had been laid.<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="/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/100-4.htm">Psalm 100:4-5</a></span><br />Enter His gates with thanksgiving and His courts with praise; give thanks to Him and bless His name. / For the LORD is good, and His loving devotion endures forever; His faithfulness continues to all generations.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/psalms/95-3.htm">Psalm 95:3</a></span><br />For the LORD is a great God, a great King above all gods.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/psalms/97-9.htm">Psalm 97:9</a></span><br />For You, O LORD, are Most High over all the earth; You are exalted far above all gods.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/psalms/95-7.htm">Psalm 95:7</a></span><br />For He is our God, and we are the people of His pasture, the sheep under His care. Today, if you hear His voice,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/deuteronomy/10-17.htm">Deuteronomy 10:17</a></span><br />For the LORD your God is God of gods and Lord of lords, the great, mighty, and awesome God, showing no partiality and accepting no bribe.</div><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a name="tsk" id="tsk"><div class="vheading">Treasury of Scripture</div><p class="tsk2">O give thanks to the God of gods: for his mercy endures for ever.</p><p class="hdg">the God</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/psalms/82-1.htm">Psalm 82:1</a></b></br> A Psalm of Asaph. God standeth in the congregation of the mighty; he judgeth among the gods.</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/psalms/97-7.htm">Psalm 97:7,9</a></b></br> Confounded be all they that serve graven images, that boast themselves of idols: worship him, all <i>ye</i> gods… </p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/exodus/18-11.htm">Exodus 18:11</a></b></br> Now I know that the LORD <i>is</i> greater than all gods: for in the thing wherein they dealt proudly <i>he was</i> above them.</p><div class="vheading">Jump to Previous</div><a href="/psalms/136-1.htm">Age</a> <a href="/psalms/136-1.htm">Endures</a> <a href="/psalms/136-1.htm">Endureth</a> <a href="/psalms/136-1.htm">Everlasting</a> <a href="/psalms/136-1.htm">Forever</a> <a href="/psalms/135-5.htm">Gods</a> <a href="/psalms/136-1.htm">Kindness</a> <a href="/psalms/136-1.htm">Loving</a> <a href="/psalms/136-1.htm">Loving-Kindness</a> <a href="/psalms/136-1.htm">Mercy</a> <a href="/psalms/136-1.htm">Praise</a> <a href="/psalms/136-1.htm">Steadfast</a> <a href="/psalms/136-1.htm">Thanks</a> <a href="/psalms/136-1.htm">Unchanging</a><div class="vheading2">Jump to Next</div><a href="/psalms/136-3.htm">Age</a> <a href="/psalms/136-3.htm">Endures</a> <a href="/psalms/136-3.htm">Endureth</a> <a href="/psalms/136-3.htm">Everlasting</a> <a href="/psalms/136-3.htm">Forever</a> <a href="/psalms/138-1.htm">Gods</a> <a href="/psalms/136-3.htm">Kindness</a> <a href="/psalms/136-4.htm">Loving</a> <a href="/psalms/136-4.htm">Loving-Kindness</a> <a href="/psalms/136-3.htm">Mercy</a> <a href="/psalms/136-3.htm">Praise</a> <a href="/psalms/136-3.htm">Steadfast</a> <a href="/psalms/136-3.htm">Thanks</a> <a href="/psalms/136-3.htm">Unchanging</a><div class="vheading2">Psalm 136</div><span class="reftext">1. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/psalms/136-1.htm">An exhortation to give thanks to God for particular mercies.</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'; </script> <script id="b817b7107f1d4a7997da1b3c33457e03"> (new Image()).src = 'https://capi.connatix.com/tr/si?token=cb0edd8b-b416-47eb-8c6d-3cc96561f7e8&cid=3a9f82d0-4344-4f8d-ac0c-e1a0eb43a405'; </script><br /><br />  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-2'> </div><br /><br />  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-0' style='max-width: 300px;'> </div><br /><br />  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-3'> </div><br /><br />  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-1' style='max-width: 300px;'> </div><br /><br />  <div align="center" id='div-gpt-ad-1531425649696-0'> </div><br /><br /> <ins class="adsbygoogle" style="display:inline-block;width:200px;height:200px" data-ad-client="ca-pub-3753401421161123" data-ad-slot="3592799687"></ins> <script> (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); </script> <br /><br /> </div> </td></tr></table></div></div></div><div id="combox"><div class="padcom"><a name="study" id="study"></a><div class="vheading"><table width="100%"><tr><td width="99%" valign="top"><a href="/study/psalms/136.htm">Study Bible</a></td><td width="1%" valign="top"><a href="/study/psalms/" title="Book Summary and Study">Book ◦</a> <a href="/study/chapters/psalms/136.htm" title="Chapter summary and Study">Chapter </a></tr></table></div><b>Give thanks to the God of gods.</b><br>This phrase calls for gratitude directed towards the supreme deity, acknowledging His sovereignty over all other so-called gods. In the ancient Near Eastern context, polytheism was prevalent, with various cultures worshiping multiple deities. The phrase emphasizes the monotheistic belief central to the faith of Israel, asserting that Yahweh is the ultimate authority above all spiritual entities. This is consistent with passages like <a href="/deuteronomy/10-17.htm">Deuteronomy 10:17</a>, which describes God as "God of gods and Lord of lords," highlighting His unmatched power and authority. The call to give thanks is a recurring theme in the Psalms, encouraging worshipers to recognize God's supremacy and benevolence.<p><b>His loving devotion endures forever.</b><br>This phrase underscores the eternal and unchanging nature of God's covenant love, often translated as "steadfast love" or "mercy" in other versions. The Hebrew word "chesed" conveys a deep sense of loyalty and faithfulness, integral to God's relationship with His people. This enduring love is a central theme throughout the Old Testament, seen in God's promises to the patriarchs and His faithfulness to Israel despite their unfaithfulness. The phrase is repeated in every verse of <a href="/psalms/136.htm">Psalm 136</a>, emphasizing the perpetual and reliable nature of God's love. This concept is echoed in the New Testament, where God's love is fully revealed through Jesus Christ, as seen in passages like <a href="/romans/8-38.htm">Romans 8:38-39</a>, which affirm that nothing can separate believers from the love of God in Christ.<div class="vheading2">Persons / Places / Events</div>1. <b><a href="/topical/g/god_of_gods.htm">God of gods</a></b><br>This title emphasizes the supremacy of the God of Israel over all other deities. It acknowledges His ultimate authority and power above any other so-called gods.<br><br>2. <b><a href="/topical/p/psalm_136.htm">Psalm 136</a></b><br>Known as the "Great Hallel," this psalm is a liturgical hymn of thanksgiving, often used in Jewish worship, particularly during Passover.<br><br>3. <b><a href="/topical/i/israel.htm">Israel</a></b><br>The nation to whom this psalm was originally addressed, reminding them of God's enduring love and faithfulness throughout their history.<div class="vheading2">Teaching Points</div><b><a href="/topical/s/supremacy_of_god.htm">Supremacy of God</a></b><br>Recognize and affirm God's ultimate authority in your life. He is above all other powers and influences.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/e/enduring_love.htm">Enduring Love</a></b><br>Reflect on the constancy of God's love. His loving devotion is not temporary but eternal, providing a foundation of security and hope.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/t/thanksgiving_as_worship.htm">Thanksgiving as Worship</a></b><br>Cultivate a heart of gratitude. Regularly give thanks to God, acknowledging His goodness and faithfulness in all circumstances.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/g/god's_faithfulness_in_history.htm">God's Faithfulness in History</a></b><br>Study the history of God's interactions with His people. This can strengthen your faith and trust in His promises.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/p/personal_reflection.htm">Personal Reflection</a></b><br>Consider how God's enduring love has been evident in your own life. Share testimonies of His faithfulness with others to encourage and build up the community of faith.<div class="vheading2">Lists and Questions</div><a href="/top10/lessons_from_psalm_136.htm">Top 10 Lessons from Psalm 136</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/how_does_psalm_136's_mercy_align_with_wrath.htm">Throughout Psalm 136, God's mercy is repeatedly emphasized; how does this reconcile with other biblical passages depicting divine wrath and judgment?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/were_adam_and_eve_of_caucasian_descent.htm">Is His Word prioritized over His Name?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/what_does_'god_of_gods'_mean.htm">What does "God of gods, Lord of lords" mean?</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/ellicott/psalms/136.htm">Ellicott's Commentary for English Readers</a></div>(2, 3) <span class= "bld">God of gods . . . Lord of Lords.--</span>From <a href="/deuteronomy/10-17.htm" title="For the LORD your God is God of gods, and Lord of lords, a great God, a mighty, and a terrible, which regards not persons, nor takes reward:">Deuteronomy 10:17</a>.<p><div class="vheading2"><a href="/commentaries/pulpit/psalms/136.htm">Pulpit Commentary</a></div><span class="cmt_sub_title">Verse 2.</span> - <span class="cmt_word">Oh give thanks unto the God of gods: for his mercy</span>, etc. The phrase, "God of gods," occurs first in <a href="/deuteronomy/10-17.htm">Deuteronomy 10:17</a>. It was one very familiar to the Assyrians and Babylonians ('Religions of the Ancient World,' pp. 56, 60, 68, etc.). In the Bible it is used by Joshua (<a href="/joshua/22-22.htm">Joshua 22:22</a>), Nebuchadnezzar (<a href="/daniel/2-47.htm">Daniel 2:47</a>), Daniel (Daniel 11:36), and this psalmist. It sanctions a secondary use of the word "God," such as is found also in <a href="/psalms/82-6.htm">Psalm 82:6</a>; <a href="/psalms/96-4.htm">Psalm 96:4</a>; <a href="/psalms/97-7.htm">Psalm 97:7, 9</a>; <a href="/psalms/138-1.htm">Psalm 138:1</a>. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/commentaries/psalms/136-2.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">Give thanks</span><br /><span class="heb">ה֭וֹדוּ</span> <span class="translit">(hō·w·ḏū)</span><br /><span class="parse">Verb - Hifil - Imperative - 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 God</span><br /><span class="heb">לֵֽאלֹהֵ֣י</span> <span class="translit">(lê·lō·hê)</span><br /><span class="parse">Preposition-l | Noun - masculine plural construct<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_430.htm">Strong's 430: </a> </span><span class="str2">gods -- the supreme God, magistrates, a superlative</span><br /><br /><span class="word">of gods.</span><br /><span class="heb">הָאֱלֹהִ֑ים</span> <span class="translit">(hā·’ĕ·lō·hîm)</span><br /><span class="parse">Article | Noun - masculine plural<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_430.htm">Strong's 430: </a> </span><span class="str2">gods -- the supreme God, magistrates, a superlative</span><br /><br /><span class="word">His loving devotion</span><br /><span class="heb">חַסְדּֽוֹ׃</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">endures forever.</span><br /><span class="heb">לְעוֹלָ֣ם</span> <span class="translit">(lə·‘ō·w·lām)</span><br /><span class="parse">Preposition-l | Noun - masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_5769.htm">Strong's 5769: </a> </span><span class="str2">Concealed, eternity, frequentatively, always</span><br /><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><div class="vheading">Links</div><a href="/niv/psalms/136-2.htm">Psalm 136:2 NIV</a><br /><a href="/nlt/psalms/136-2.htm">Psalm 136:2 NLT</a><br /><a href="/esv/psalms/136-2.htm">Psalm 136:2 ESV</a><br /><a href="/nasb/psalms/136-2.htm">Psalm 136:2 NASB</a><br /><a href="/kjv/psalms/136-2.htm">Psalm 136:2 KJV</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="//bibleapps.com/psalms/136-2.htm">Psalm 136:2 BibleApps.com</a><br /><a href="//bibliaparalela.com/psalms/136-2.htm">Psalm 136:2 Biblia Paralela</a><br /><a href="//holybible.com.cn/psalms/136-2.htm">Psalm 136:2 Chinese Bible</a><br /><a href="//saintebible.com/psalms/136-2.htm">Psalm 136:2 French Bible</a><br /><a href="/catholic/psalms/136-2.htm">Psalm 136:2 Catholic Bible</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/psalms/136-2.htm">OT Poetry: Psalm 136:2 Give thanks to the God of gods (Psalm Ps Psa.) </a></div></div></td></tr></table></div><div id="left"><a href="/psalms/136-1.htm" onmouseover='lft.src="/leftgif.png"' onmouseout='lft.src="/left.png"' title="Psalm 136:1"><img src="/left.png" name="lft" border="0" alt="Psalm 136:1" /></a></div><div id="right"><a href="/psalms/136-3.htm" onmouseover='rght.src="/rightgif.png"' onmouseout='rght.src="/right.png"' title="Psalm 136:3"><img src="/right.png" name="rght" border="0" alt="Psalm 136:3" /></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>