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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 Lord of lords, 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 Lord of lords. 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 to the Lord of lords: 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 Lord of lords! 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 Lord of lords, 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 Lord of lords, 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 Lord of lords, 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 Lord of lords, 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 Lord of lords, 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 Lord of lords. 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 Lord of lords. 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 Lord of lords; 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 Lord of lords. 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 Lord of lords: 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 Lord of lords 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 mightiest of all lords; 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 Lord of lords, for his gracious love is everlasting—<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/net/psalms/136.htm">NET Bible</a></span><br />Give thanks to the Lord of lords, 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 Lord of lords; 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 Lord of lords: for his mercy endureth for ever.<div class="vheading2"><b>Majority Text Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/msb/psalms/136.htm">Majority Standard Bible</a></span><br />Give thanks to the Lord of lords. His loving devotion endures forever.<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 Lord of lords, 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 Lord of lords, "" 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 Lord of lords, 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 Lord of lords: 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 Lord of lords: 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 135:3>Confess to the Lord of lords, 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 Lord of lords; 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 Lord of lords, 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 LORD of lords; 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 Lord of Dominions, 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 Lord of lords, 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 Lord of lords: for his mercy <i>endures</i> for ever.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/parallel/psalms/136-3.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=16906" 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">2</span>Give thanks to the God of gods. His loving devotion endures forever. <span class="reftext">3</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/113.htm" title="113: la·’ă·ḏō·nê (Prep-l:: N-mpc) -- Lord. Or adon; from an unused root; sovereign, i.e. Controller.">to the Lord</a> <a href="/hebrew/113.htm" title="113: hā·’ă·ḏō·nîm (Art:: N-mp) -- Lord. Or adon; from an unused root; sovereign, i.e. Controller.">of lords.</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·lām (Prep-l:: N-ms) -- Long duration, antiquity, futurity. ">endures forever.</a> </span><span class="reftext">4</span>He alone does great wonders. 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 118:1-4</a></span><br />Give thanks to the LORD, for He is good; His loving devotion endures forever. / Let Israel say, “His loving devotion endures forever.” / Let the house of Aaron say, “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/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/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="/psalms/138-2.htm">Psalm 138:2</a></span><br />I bow down toward Your holy temple and give thanks to Your name for Your loving devotion and Your faithfulness; You have exalted Your name and Your word above all else.<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.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/colossians/3-17.htm">Colossians 3:17</a></span><br />And whatever you do, in word or deed, do it all in the name of the Lord Jesus, giving thanks to God the Father through Him.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/1_thessalonians/5-18.htm">1 Thessalonians 5:18</a></span><br />Give thanks in every circumstance, for this is God’s will for you in Christ Jesus.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/revelation/4-9.htm">Revelation 4:9-11</a></span><br />And whenever the living creatures give glory, honor, and thanks to the One seated on the throne, who lives forever and ever, / the twenty-four elders fall down before the One seated on the throne, and they worship Him who lives forever and ever. They cast their crowns before the throne, saying: / “Worthy are You, our Lord and God, to receive glory and honor and power, for You created all things; by Your will they exist and were created.”<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/revelation/5-13.htm">Revelation 5:13</a></span><br />And I heard every creature in heaven and on earth and under the earth and in the sea, and all that is in them, saying: “To Him who sits on the throne and to the Lamb be praise and honor and glory and power forever and ever!”</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 Lord of lords: for his mercy endures for ever.</p><p class="hdg">the Lord</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/1_timothy/6-15.htm">1 Timothy 6:15</a></b></br> Which in his times he shall shew, <i>who is</i> the blessed and only Potentate, the King of kings, and Lord of lords;</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/revelation/17-14.htm">Revelation 17:14</a></b></br> These shall make war with the Lamb, and the Lamb shall overcome them: for he is Lord of lords, and King of kings: and they that are with him <i>are</i> called, and chosen, and faithful.</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/revelation/19-16.htm">Revelation 19:16</a></b></br> And he hath on <i>his</i> vesture and on his thigh a name written, KING OF KINGS, AND LORD OF LORDS.</p><div class="vheading">Jump to Previous</div><a href="/psalms/136-2.htm">Age</a> <a href="/psalms/136-2.htm">Endures</a> <a href="/psalms/136-2.htm">Endureth</a> <a href="/psalms/136-2.htm">Everlasting</a> <a href="/psalms/136-2.htm">Forever</a> <a href="/psalms/136-2.htm">Kindness</a> <a href="/ezra/8-25.htm">Lords</a> <a href="/psalms/122-6.htm">Love</a> <a href="/psalms/136-2.htm">Mercy</a> <a href="/psalms/136-2.htm">Praise</a> <a href="/psalms/136-2.htm">Steadfast</a> <a href="/psalms/136-2.htm">Thanks</a> <a href="/psalms/136-2.htm">Unchanging</a><div class="vheading2">Jump to Next</div><a href="/psalms/136-4.htm">Age</a> <a href="/psalms/136-4.htm">Endures</a> <a href="/psalms/136-4.htm">Endureth</a> <a href="/psalms/136-4.htm">Everlasting</a> <a href="/psalms/136-4.htm">Forever</a> <a href="/psalms/136-4.htm">Kindness</a> <a href="/ecclesiastes/8-9.htm">Lords</a> <a href="/psalms/136-7.htm">Love</a> <a href="/psalms/136-4.htm">Mercy</a> <a href="/psalms/136-26.htm">Praise</a> <a href="/psalms/136-4.htm">Steadfast</a> <a href="/psalms/136-26.htm">Thanks</a> <a href="/psalms/136-4.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 Lord of lords.</b><br>This phrase calls for an expression of gratitude to God, who is recognized as the supreme authority over all other rulers and deities. The title "Lord of lords" emphasizes God's ultimate sovereignty and power, a theme consistent throughout the Bible. In <a href="/deuteronomy/10-17.htm">Deuteronomy 10:17</a>, God is described as "God of gods and Lord of lords," highlighting His unmatched authority. This title is also echoed in <a href="/revelation/19-16.htm">Revelation 19:16</a>, where Jesus is depicted as the "King of kings and Lord of lords," pointing to His divine nature and ultimate rule. The call to give thanks is a reminder of the importance of acknowledging God's supreme position and His active role in the lives of His people.<p><b>His loving devotion endures forever.</b><br>This phrase underscores the eternal and unchanging nature of God's love and faithfulness. The Hebrew word often translated as "loving devotion" is "chesed," which encompasses mercy, kindness, and steadfast love. This concept is central to the covenant relationship between God and His people, as seen throughout the Old Testament. God's enduring love is a recurring theme in the Psalms, providing assurance of His constant presence and support. This everlasting devotion is fulfilled in the New Testament through Jesus Christ, whose sacrificial love offers eternal life to believers. The phrase reassures the faithful of God's unwavering commitment and serves as a foundation for trust and worship.<div class="vheading2">Persons / Places / Events</div>1. <b><a href="/topical/t/the_lord_of_lords.htm">The Lord of lords</a></b><br>This title emphasizes God's supreme authority over all other rulers and deities. It highlights His sovereignty and ultimate power.<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 of Israel is the primary audience and context for this psalm, reflecting on God's enduring love and faithfulness throughout their history.<div class="vheading2">Teaching Points</div><b><a href="/topical/a/acknowledging_god's_sovereignty.htm">Acknowledging God's Sovereignty</a></b><br>Recognize and submit to God's ultimate authority in every aspect of life. His position as "Lord of lords" calls for our reverence and obedience.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/g/gratitude_for_god's_enduring_love.htm">Gratitude for God's Enduring Love</a></b><br>Cultivate a heart of gratitude, acknowledging that God's loving devotion is unchanging and eternal. This gratitude should be expressed in both prayer and action.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/c/consistency_in_worship.htm">Consistency in Worship</a></b><br>Just as <a href="/bsb/psalms/136.htm">Psalm 136</a> is a repeated refrain of thanksgiving, our worship should consistently reflect God's enduring love and faithfulness.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/t/trust_in_god's_faithfulness.htm">Trust in God's Faithfulness</a></b><br>In times of uncertainty, trust in the steadfast love of God. His faithfulness to Israel is a testament to His reliability and care for His people today.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/r/reflecting_god's_love.htm">Reflecting God's Love</a></b><br>As recipients of God's enduring love, we are called to reflect that love to others, demonstrating His compassion and mercy in our relationships.<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/what_is_humanity's_origin.htm">What does the Hebrew word 'hesed' mean?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/how_reconcile_god's_love_with_suffering.htm">If God's faithful love 'continues through all generations' (Psalm 100:5), how do we reconcile this claim with widespread suffering and injustice throughout history?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/what_was_jesus'_place_of_residence.htm">What defines a psalm?</a><a name="commentary" id="commentary"></a><div class="vheading2"><a href="/commentaries/pulpit/psalms/136.htm">Pulpit Commentary</a></div><span class="cmt_sub_title">Verse 3.</span> - <span class="cmt_word">Oh give thanks to the Lord of lords</span>. "Lord of lords" occurs also first in <a href="/deuteronomy/10-17.htm">Deuteronomy 10:17</a>. It is used likewise by St. Paul (<a href="/1_timothy/6-15.htm">1 Timothy 6:15</a>) and St. John (<a href="/revelation/17-14.htm">Revelation 17:14</a>; <a href="/revelation/19-16.htm">Revelation 19:16</a>). For his mercy, etc. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/commentaries/psalms/136-3.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 Lord</span><br /><span class="heb">לַאֲדֹנֵ֣י</span> <span class="translit">(la·’ă·ḏō·nê)</span><br /><span class="parse">Preposition-l | Noun - masculine plural construct<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_113.htm">Strong's 113: </a> </span><span class="str2">Sovereign, controller</span><br /><br /><span class="word">of lords.</span><br /><span class="heb">הָאֲדֹנִ֑ים</span> <span class="translit">(hā·’ă·ḏō·nîm)</span><br /><span class="parse">Article | Noun - masculine plural<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_113.htm">Strong's 113: </a> </span><span class="str2">Sovereign, controller</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">לְעֹלָ֣ם</span> <span class="translit">(lə·‘ō·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/136-3.htm">Psalm 136:3 NIV</a><br /><a href="/nlt/psalms/136-3.htm">Psalm 136:3 NLT</a><br /><a href="/esv/psalms/136-3.htm">Psalm 136:3 ESV</a><br /><a href="/nasb/psalms/136-3.htm">Psalm 136:3 NASB</a><br /><a href="/kjv/psalms/136-3.htm">Psalm 136:3 KJV</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="//bibleapps.com/psalms/136-3.htm">Psalm 136:3 BibleApps.com</a><br /><a href="//bibliaparalela.com/psalms/136-3.htm">Psalm 136:3 Biblia Paralela</a><br /><a href="//holybible.com.cn/psalms/136-3.htm">Psalm 136:3 Chinese Bible</a><br /><a href="//saintebible.com/psalms/136-3.htm">Psalm 136:3 French Bible</a><br /><a href="/catholic/psalms/136-3.htm">Psalm 136:3 Catholic Bible</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/psalms/136-3.htm">OT Poetry: Psalm 136:3 Give thanks to the Lord of lords (Psalm Ps Psa.) </a></div></div></td></tr></table></div><div id="left"><a href="/psalms/136-2.htm" onmouseover='lft.src="/leftgif.png"' onmouseout='lft.src="/left.png"' title="Psalm 136:2"><img src="/left.png" name="lft" border="0" alt="Psalm 136:2" /></a></div><div id="right"><a href="/psalms/136-4.htm" onmouseover='rght.src="/rightgif.png"' onmouseout='rght.src="/right.png"' title="Psalm 136:4"><img src="/right.png" name="rght" border="0" alt="Psalm 136:4" /></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>