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class="vheadingv"><b>Verse</b><a href="/bsb/psalms/145.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/145.htm">New International Version</a></span><br />The LORD is righteous in all his ways and faithful in all he does.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nlt/psalms/145.htm">New Living Translation</a></span><br />The LORD is righteous in everything he does; he is filled with kindness.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/esv/psalms/145.htm">English Standard Version</a></span><br />The LORD is righteous in all his ways and kind in all his works.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/bsb/psalms/145.htm">Berean Standard Bible</a></span><br />The LORD is righteous in all His ways and kind in all His deeds.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/kjv/psalms/145.htm">King James Bible</a></span><br />The LORD <i>is</i> righteous in all his ways, and holy in all his works.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nkjv/psalms/145.htm">New King James Version</a></span><br />The LORD <i>is</i> righteous in all His ways, Gracious in all His works.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb_/psalms/145.htm">New American Standard Bible</a></span><br />The LORD is righteous in all His ways, And kind in all His works.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb/psalms/145.htm">NASB 1995</a></span><br />The LORD is righteous in all His ways And kind in all His deeds.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb77/psalms/145.htm">NASB 1977 </a></span><br />The LORD is righteous in all His ways, And kind in all His deeds.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lsb/psalms/145.htm">Legacy Standard Bible </a></span><br />Yahweh is righteous in all His ways And holy in all His works.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/amp/psalms/145.htm">Amplified Bible</a></span><br />The LORD is [unwaveringly] righteous in all His ways And gracious <i>and</i> kind in all His works.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/csb/psalms/145.htm">Christian Standard Bible</a></span><br />The LORD is righteous in all his ways and faithful in all his acts.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/hcsb/psalms/145.htm">Holman Christian Standard Bible</a></span><br />The LORD is righteous in all His ways and gracious in all His acts. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/asv/psalms/145.htm">American Standard Version</a></span><br />Jehovah is righteous in all his ways, And gracious in all his works.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/cev/psalms/145.htm">Contemporary English Version</a></span><br />Our LORD, everything you do is kind and thoughtful, <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/erv/psalms/145.htm">English Revised Version</a></span><br />The LORD is righteous in all his ways, and gracious in all his works.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/gwt/psalms/145.htm">GOD'S WORD® Translation</a></span><br />The LORD is fair in all his ways and faithful in everything he does.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/gnt/psalms/145.htm">Good News Translation</a></span><br />The LORD is righteous in all he does, merciful in all his acts. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/isv/psalms/145.htm">International Standard Version</a></span><br />The LORD is righteous in all of his ways and graciously loving in all of his activities.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/msb/psalms/145.htm">Majority Standard Bible</a></span><br />The LORD is righteous in all His ways and kind in all His deeds.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/net/psalms/145.htm">NET Bible</a></span><br />The LORD is just in all his actions, and exhibits love in all he does. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nheb/psalms/145.htm">New Heart English Bible</a></span><br />The LORD is righteous in all his ways, and faithful in all his deeds.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/wbt/psalms/145.htm">Webster's Bible Translation</a></span><br />The LORD is righteous in all his ways, and holy in all his works.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/web/psalms/145.htm">World English Bible</a></span><br />Yahweh is righteous in all his ways, and gracious in all his works. <div class="vheading2"><b>Literal Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lsv/psalms/145.htm">Literal Standard Version</a></span><br />YHWH [is] righteous in all His ways, "" And kind in all His works.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/ylt/psalms/145.htm">Young's Literal Translation</a></span><br /> Righteous is Jehovah in all His ways, And kind in all His works.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/slt/psalms/145.htm">Smith's Literal Translation</a></span><br />Jehovah is just in all his ways, and merciful in all his works.<div class="vheading2"><b>Catholic Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/drb/psalms/145.htm">Douay-Rheims Bible</a></span><br />The Lord is just in all his ways: and holy in all his works. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/cpdv/psalms/145.htm">Catholic Public Domain Version</a></span><br /><V 144:17>The Lord is just in all his ways and holy in all his works.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nabre/psalms/145.htm">New American Bible</a></span><br />The LORD is just in all his ways, merciful in all his works. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nrsvce/psalms/145.htm">New Revised Standard Version</a></span><br />The LORD is just in all his ways, and kind in all his doings.<div class="vheading2"><b>Translations from Aramaic</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lamsa/psalms/145.htm">Lamsa Bible</a></span><br />The LORD is righteous in all his ways and merciful in all his works.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/hpbt/psalms/145.htm">Peshitta Holy Bible Translated</a></span><br />LORD JEHOVAH is righteous in all his ways and compassionate in all his works.<div class="vheading2"><b>OT Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/jps/psalms/145.htm">JPS Tanakh 1917</a></span><br />The LORD is righteous in all His ways, And gracious in all His works.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/sep/psalms/145.htm">Brenton Septuagint Translation</a></span><br />The Lord is righteous in all his ways, and holy in all his works.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/parallel/psalms/145-17.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=17995" 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/145.htm">I Will Exalt You, My God and King</a></span><br>…<span class="reftext">16</span>You open Your hand and satisfy the desire of every living thing. <span class="reftext">17</span><span class="highl"><a href="/hebrew/3068.htm" title="3068: Yah·weh (N-proper-ms) -- The proper name of the God of Israel. From hayah; self-Existent or Eternal; Jehovah, Jewish national name of God.">The LORD</a> <a href="/hebrew/6662.htm" title="6662: ṣad·dîq (Adj-ms) -- Just, righteous. From tsadaq; just.">is righteous</a> <a href="/hebrew/3605.htm" title="3605: bə·ḵāl (Prep-b:: N-msc) -- The whole, all. Or kowl; from kalal; properly, the whole; hence, all, any or every.">in all</a> <a href="/hebrew/1870.htm" title="1870: də·rā·ḵāw (N-cpc:: 3ms) -- Way, road, distance, journey, manner. From darak; a road; figuratively, a course of life or mode of action, often adverb.">His ways</a> <a href="/hebrew/2623.htm" title="2623: wə·ḥā·sîḏ (Conj-w:: Adj-ms) -- Kind, pious. From chacad; properly, kind, i.e. pious.">and kind</a> <a href="/hebrew/3605.htm" title="3605: bə·ḵāl (Prep-b:: N-msc) -- The whole, all. Or kowl; from kalal; properly, the whole; hence, all, any or every.">in all</a> <a href="/hebrew/4639.htm" title="4639: ma·‘ă·śāw (N-mpc:: 3ms) -- A deed, work. From asah; an action; generally, a transaction; abstractly, activity; by implication, a product or property.">His deeds.</a> </span><span class="reftext">18</span>The LORD is near to all who call on Him, to all who call out to Him in truth.…<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="/deuteronomy/32-4.htm">Deuteronomy 32:4</a></span><br />He is the Rock, His work is perfect; all His ways are just. A God of faithfulness without injustice, righteous and upright is He.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/psalms/18-30.htm">Psalm 18:30</a></span><br />As for God, His way is perfect; the word of the LORD is flawless. He is a shield to all who take refuge in Him.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/psalms/19-9.htm">Psalm 19:9</a></span><br />The fear of the LORD is pure, enduring forever; the judgments of the LORD are true, being altogether righteous.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/psalms/33-4.htm">Psalm 33:4-5</a></span><br />For the word of the LORD is upright, and all His work is trustworthy. / The LORD loves righteousness and justice; the earth is full of His loving devotion.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/psalms/36-6.htm">Psalm 36:6</a></span><br />Your righteousness is like the highest mountains; Your judgments are like the deepest sea. O LORD, You preserve man and beast.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/psalms/92-15.htm">Psalm 92:15</a></span><br />to proclaim, “The LORD is upright; He is my Rock, and in Him there is no unrighteousness.”<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/psalms/119-137.htm">Psalm 119:137</a></span><br />Righteous are You, O LORD, and upright are Your judgments.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/psalms/119-142.htm">Psalm 119:142</a></span><br />Your righteousness is everlasting and Your law is true.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/psalms/119-144.htm">Psalm 119:144</a></span><br />Your testimonies are righteous forever. Give me understanding, that I may live.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/isaiah/45-19.htm">Isaiah 45:19</a></span><br />I have not spoken in secret, from a place in a land of darkness. I did not say to the descendants of Jacob, ‘Seek Me in a wasteland.’ I, the LORD, speak the truth; I say what is right.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/isaiah/45-21.htm">Isaiah 45:21</a></span><br />Speak up and present your case—yes, let them take counsel together. Who foretold this long ago? Who announced it from ancient times? Was it not I, the LORD? There is no other God but Me, a righteous God and Savior; there is none but Me.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/zephaniah/3-5.htm">Zephaniah 3:5</a></span><br />The LORD within her is righteous; He does no wrong. He applies His justice morning by morning; He does not fail at dawn, yet the unjust know no shame.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/romans/3-26.htm">Romans 3:26</a></span><br />He did this to demonstrate His righteousness at the present time, so as to be just and to justify the one who has faith in Jesus.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/romans/11-22.htm">Romans 11:22</a></span><br />Take notice, therefore, of the kindness and severity of God: severity to those who fell, but kindness to you, if you continue in His kindness. Otherwise you also will be cut off.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/1_john/1-9.htm">1 John 1:9</a></span><br />If we confess our sins, He is faithful and just to forgive us our sins and to cleanse us from all unrighteousness.</div><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a name="tsk" id="tsk"><div class="vheading">Treasury of Scripture</div><p class="tsk2">The LORD is righteous in all his ways, and holy in all his works.</p><p class="hdg">righteous</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/psalms/50-6.htm">Psalm 50:6</a></b></br> And the heavens shall declare his righteousness: for God <i>is</i> judge himself. Selah.</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/psalms/89-14.htm">Psalm 89:14</a></b></br> Justice and judgment <i>are</i> the habitation of thy throne: mercy and truth shall go before thy face.</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/psalms/97-2.htm">Psalm 97:2</a></b></br> Clouds and darkness <i>are</i> round about him: righteousness and judgment <i>are</i> the habitation of his throne.</p><p class="hdg">holy.</p><div class="vheading">Jump to Previous</div><a href="/psalms/145-13.htm">Deeds</a> <a href="/psalms/143-5.htm">Doings</a> <a href="/psalms/145-13.htm">Gracious</a> <a href="/psalms/140-13.htm">Holy</a> <a href="/psalms/144-13.htm">Kind</a> <a href="/psalms/145-13.htm">Loving</a> <a href="/psalms/143-2.htm">Righteous</a> <a href="/psalms/143-2.htm">Upright</a> <a href="/psalms/144-15.htm">Ways</a> <a href="/psalms/145-10.htm">Works</a><div class="vheading2">Jump to Next</div><a href="/psalms/150-2.htm">Deeds</a> <a href="/proverbs/12-14.htm">Doings</a> <a href="/psalms/147-1.htm">Gracious</a> <a href="/psalms/145-21.htm">Holy</a> <a href="/proverbs/11-17.htm">Kind</a> <a href="/psalms/146-8.htm">Loving</a> <a href="/psalms/146-8.htm">Righteous</a> <a href="/psalms/146-8.htm">Upright</a> <a href="/psalms/146-9.htm">Ways</a> <a href="/proverbs/7-16.htm">Works</a><div class="vheading2">Psalm 145</div><span class="reftext">1. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/psalms/145-1.htm">David praises God for his fame</a></span><br><span class="reftext">8. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/psalms/145-8.htm">For his goodness</a></span><br><span class="reftext">11. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/psalms/145-11.htm">For his kingdom</a></span><br><span class="reftext">14. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/psalms/145-14.htm">For his providence</a></span><br><span class="reftext">17. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/psalms/145-17.htm">For his justice, holiness, and savings mercy</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/145.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/145.htm" title="Chapter summary and Study">Chapter </a></tr></table></div><b>The LORD is righteous in all His ways</b><br>This phrase emphasizes the absolute moral perfection and justice of God. In the Hebrew context, "righteous" (צַדִּיק, tzaddik) conveys the idea of being just, lawful, and morally right. Throughout the Old Testament, God's righteousness is a central theme, as seen in <a href="/deuteronomy/32-4.htm">Deuteronomy 32:4</a>, which describes God as a "God of faithfulness and without iniquity, just and upright is He." The righteousness of God is foundational to His character and is reflected in His laws and commandments given to Israel. This righteousness is also a standard for human conduct, as seen in the call for believers to pursue righteousness in their own lives (<a href="/proverbs/21-21.htm">Proverbs 21:21</a>). Theologically, God's righteousness is fully revealed in the person of Jesus Christ, who embodies divine justice and offers His righteousness to believers through faith (<a href="/romans/3-22.htm">Romans 3:22</a>).<p><b>and kind in all His deeds</b><br>The kindness of God, often translated as "lovingkindness" or "mercy" (חֶסֶד, chesed), is a recurring theme in the Psalms and throughout Scripture. This attribute highlights God's benevolent and compassionate nature. In the cultural context of ancient Israel, chesed was a covenantal term, reflecting God's steadfast love and faithfulness to His people. This kindness is evident in God's actions throughout biblical history, from His deliverance of Israel from Egypt to His provision and protection in the wilderness. The New Testament continues this theme, with Jesus Christ exemplifying God's kindness through His ministry, healing, and ultimate sacrifice on the cross (<a href="/titus/3-4.htm">Titus 3:4-5</a>). The kindness of God invites believers to trust in His goodness and to reflect His character in their interactions with others (<a href="/ephesians/4-32.htm">Ephesians 4:32</a>).<div class="vheading2">Persons / Places / Events</div>1. <b><a href="/topical/t/the_lord.htm">The LORD (Yahweh)</a></b><br>The central figure in this verse, representing the God of Israel, who is characterized by righteousness and kindness.<br><br>2. <b><a href="/topical/d/david.htm">David</a></b><br>Traditionally attributed as the author of <a href="/bsb/psalms/145.htm">Psalm 145</a>, a king of Israel known for his deep relationship with God and his poetic contributions to the Psalms.<br><br>3. <b><a href="/topical/i/israel.htm">Israel</a></b><br>The nation to whom the Psalms were originally given, serving as the context for understanding God's righteousness and kindness.<br><br>4. <b><a href="/topical/t/the_psalmist's_audience.htm">The Psalmist's Audience</a></b><br>The people of God, both in ancient times and today, who are encouraged to reflect on God's character.<br><br>5. <b><a href="/topical/t/the_deeds_of_the_lord.htm">The Deeds of the LORD</a></b><br>Refers to God's actions throughout history, as recounted in the Bible, demonstrating His righteousness and kindness.<div class="vheading2">Teaching Points</div><b><a href="/topical/u/understanding_god's_righteousness.htm">Understanding God's Righteousness</a></b><br>God's righteousness is inherent in His nature, meaning He always acts in accordance with what is right and just.<br><br>Believers are called to trust in God's righteous ways, even when circumstances are challenging or unclear.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/e/experiencing_god's_kindness.htm">Experiencing God's Kindness</a></b><br>God's kindness is evident in His deeds, which are motivated by love and compassion for His creation.<br><br>Christians are encouraged to reflect God's kindness in their interactions with others, serving as a testament to His character.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/l/living_in_response_to_god's_character.htm">Living in Response to God's Character</a></b><br>As followers of Christ, we are to emulate God's righteousness and kindness in our daily lives.<br><br>This involves making ethical decisions, showing mercy, and extending grace to others, as God has done for us.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/t/the_assurance_of_god's_consistent_character.htm">The Assurance of God's Consistent Character</a></b><br>God's character does not change; He is consistently righteous and kind, providing a firm foundation for our faith.<br><br>This assurance allows believers to approach God with confidence, knowing He is just and merciful.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/r/reflecting_on_god's_deeds.htm">Reflecting on God's Deeds</a></b><br>Regularly recounting and meditating on God's deeds helps believers to remain grounded in His truth and character.<br><br>This practice strengthens faith and encourages a deeper relationship with God.<div class="vheading2">Lists and Questions</div><a href="/top10/lessons_from_psalm_145.htm">Top 10 Lessons from Psalm 145</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/can_one_be_righteous_(rom_3_10_vs._lk_1_5-6).htm">Can a person be righteous? (Romans 3:10 vs. Luke 1:5-6)</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/how_can_one_live_for_righteousness.htm">How can one live for righteousness?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/what_is_the_pursuit_of_righteousness.htm">What is the pursuit of righteousness?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/what_does_god_expect_from_us.htm">What does God expect from us?</a><a name="commentary" id="commentary"></a><div class="vheading2"><a href="/commentaries/pulpit/psalms/145.htm">Pulpit Commentary</a></div><span class="cmt_sub_title">Verse 17.</span> - <span class="cmt_word">The Lord is righteous in all his ways, and holy</span> (rather, <span class="accented">gracious</span>, or <span class="accented">merciful</span>) <span class="accented"><span class="cmt_word"></span>in all his works</span>. Mercy and truth meet in God (<a href="/psalms/85-10.htm">Psalm 85:10</a>). He is at once perfectly just, and absolutely tender and compassionate. "<span class="accented">All</span> his works" experience both his justice and his tenderness (comp. <a href="/psalms/25-8.htm">Psalm 25:8</a>; <a href="/psalms/116-5.htm">Psalm 116:5</a>, etc.). <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/commentaries/psalms/145-17.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">The LORD</span><br /><span class="heb">יְ֭הוָה</span> <span class="translit">(Yah·weh)</span><br /><span class="parse">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">is righteous</span><br /><span class="heb">צַדִּ֣יק</span> <span class="translit">(ṣad·dîq)</span><br /><span class="parse">Adjective - masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_6662.htm">Strong's 6662: </a> </span><span class="str2">Just, righteous</span><br /><br /><span class="word">in all</span><br /><span class="heb">בְּכָל־</span> <span class="translit">(bə·ḵāl)</span><br /><span class="parse">Preposition-b | Noun - masculine singular construct<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_3605.htm">Strong's 3605: </a> </span><span class="str2">The whole, all, any, every</span><br /><br /><span class="word">His ways</span><br /><span class="heb">דְּרָכָ֑יו</span> <span class="translit">(də·rā·ḵāw)</span><br /><span class="parse">Noun - common plural construct | third person masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_1870.htm">Strong's 1870: </a> </span><span class="str2">A road, a course of life, mode of action</span><br /><br /><span class="word">and kind</span><br /><span class="heb">וְ֝חָסִ֗יד</span> <span class="translit">(wə·ḥā·sîḏ)</span><br /><span class="parse">Conjunctive waw | Adjective - masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_2623.htm">Strong's 2623: </a> </span><span class="str2">Kind, pious</span><br /><br /><span class="word">in all</span><br /><span class="heb">בְּכָל־</span> <span class="translit">(bə·ḵāl)</span><br /><span class="parse">Preposition-b | Noun - masculine singular construct<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_3605.htm">Strong's 3605: </a> </span><span class="str2">The whole, all, any, every</span><br /><br /><span class="word">His deeds.</span><br /><span class="heb">מַעֲשָֽׂיו׃</span> <span class="translit">(ma·‘ă·śāw)</span><br /><span class="parse">Noun - masculine plural construct | third person masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_4639.htm">Strong's 4639: </a> </span><span class="str2">An action, a transaction, activity, a product, property</span><br /><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><div class="vheading">Links</div><a href="/niv/psalms/145-17.htm">Psalm 145:17 NIV</a><br /><a href="/nlt/psalms/145-17.htm">Psalm 145:17 NLT</a><br /><a href="/esv/psalms/145-17.htm">Psalm 145:17 ESV</a><br /><a href="/nasb/psalms/145-17.htm">Psalm 145:17 NASB</a><br /><a href="/kjv/psalms/145-17.htm">Psalm 145:17 KJV</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="//bibleapps.com/psalms/145-17.htm">Psalm 145:17 BibleApps.com</a><br /><a href="//bibliaparalela.com/psalms/145-17.htm">Psalm 145:17 Biblia Paralela</a><br /><a href="//holybible.com.cn/psalms/145-17.htm">Psalm 145:17 Chinese Bible</a><br /><a href="//saintebible.com/psalms/145-17.htm">Psalm 145:17 French Bible</a><br /><a href="/catholic/psalms/145-17.htm">Psalm 145:17 Catholic Bible</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/psalms/145-17.htm">OT Poetry: Psalm 145:17 Yahweh is righteous in all his ways (Psalm Ps Psa.) </a></div></div></td></tr></table></div><div id="left"><a href="/psalms/145-16.htm" onmouseover='lft.src="/leftgif.png"' onmouseout='lft.src="/left.png"' title="Psalm 145:16"><img src="/left.png" name="lft" border="0" alt="Psalm 145:16" /></a></div><div id="right"><a href="/psalms/145-18.htm" onmouseover='rght.src="/rightgif.png"' onmouseout='rght.src="/right.png"' title="Psalm 145:18"><img src="/right.png" name="rght" border="0" alt="Psalm 145:18" /></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>