Verse (Click for Chapter) New International Version Let Israel say: “His love endures forever.” New Living Translation Let all Israel repeat: “His faithful love endures forever.” English Standard Version Let Israel say, “His steadfast love endures forever.” Berean Standard Bible Let Israel say, “His loving devotion endures forever.” King James Bible Let Israel now say, that his mercy endureth for ever. New King James Version Let Israel now say, “His mercy endures forever.” New American Standard Bible Let Israel say, “His mercy is everlasting.” NASB 1995 Oh let Israel say, “His lovingkindness is everlasting.” NASB 1977 Oh let Israel say, “His lovingkindness is everlasting.” Legacy Standard Bible Oh let Israel say, “His lovingkindness endures forever.” Amplified Bible Oh let Israel say, “His lovingkindness endures forever.” Christian Standard Bible Let Israel say, “His faithful love endures forever.” Holman Christian Standard Bible Let Israel say,” His faithful love endures forever.” American Standard Version Let Israel now say, That his lovingkindness endureth for ever. Contemporary English Version Let Israel shout, "God is always merciful!" English Revised Version Let Israel now say, that his mercy endureth for ever. GOD'S WORD® Translation Israel should say, "His mercy endures forever." Good News Translation Let the people of Israel say, "His love is eternal." International Standard Version Let Israel now say, "His gracious love is eternal." NET Bible Let Israel say, "Yes, his loyal love endures!" New Heart English Bible Let Israel now say that his loving kindness endures forever. Webster's Bible Translation Let Israel now say, that his mercy endureth for ever. Majority Text Translations Majority Standard BibleLet Israel say, “His loving devotion endures forever.” World English Bible Let Israel now say that his loving kindness endures forever. Literal Translations Literal Standard VersionNow let Israel say, "" His kindness [is] for all time. Young's Literal Translation I pray you, let Israel say, That, to the age is His kindness. Smith's Literal Translation Now shall Israel say that his mercy is forever. Catholic Translations Douay-Rheims BibleLet Israel now say that he is good: that his mercy endureth for ever. Catholic Public Domain Version New American Bible Let Israel say: his mercy endures forever. New Revised Standard Version Let Israel say, “His steadfast love endures forever.” Translations from Aramaic Lamsa BibleLet Israel now say that his mercy endures for ever. Peshitta Holy Bible Translated Let Israel say, "His mercies are to eternity!" OT Translations JPS Tanakh 1917So let Israel now say, For His mercy endureth for ever, Brenton Septuagint Translation Let now the house of Israel say, that he is good: for his mercy endures for ever. Additional Translations ... Audio Bible Context Give Thanks to the LORD, for He is Good1Give thanks to the LORD, for He is good; His loving devotion endures forever. 2Let Israel say, “His loving devotion endures forever.” 3Let the house of Aaron say, “His loving devotion endures forever.”… Cross References Psalm 136:1-26 Give thanks to the LORD, for He is good. His loving devotion endures forever. / Give thanks to the God of gods. His loving devotion endures forever. / Give thanks to the Lord of lords. His loving devotion endures forever. ... Psalm 107:1 Give thanks to the LORD, for He is good; His loving devotion endures forever. Psalm 115:9-11 O Israel, trust in the LORD! He is their help and shield. / O house of Aaron, trust in the LORD! He is their help and shield. / You who fear the LORD, trust in the LORD! He is their help and shield. Psalm 100:5 For the LORD is good, and His loving devotion endures forever; His faithfulness continues to all generations. Psalm 106:1 Hallelujah! Give thanks to the LORD, for He is good; His loving devotion endures forever. Psalm 103:17 But from everlasting to everlasting the loving devotion of the LORD extends to those who fear Him, and His righteousness to their children’s children— Psalm 89:1-2 A Maskil of Ethan the Ezrahite. I will sing of the loving devotion of the LORD forever; with my mouth I will proclaim Your faithfulness to all generations. / For I have said, “Loving devotion is built up forever; in the heavens You establish Your faithfulness.” Psalm 86:5 For You, O Lord, are kind and forgiving, rich in loving devotion to all who call on You. Psalm 52:8 But I am like an olive tree flourishing in the house of God; I trust in the loving devotion of God forever and ever. Psalm 33:22 May Your loving devotion rest on us, O LORD, as we put our hope in You. 1 Chronicles 16:34 Give thanks to the LORD, for He is good; His loving devotion endures forever. 2 Chronicles 20:21 Then Jehoshaphat consulted with the people and appointed those who would sing to the LORD and praise the splendor of His holiness. As they went out before the army, they were singing: “Give thanks to the LORD, for His loving devotion endures forever.” Isaiah 12:4 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. Jeremiah 33:11 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. Lamentations 3:22-23 Because of the loving devotion of the LORD we are not consumed, for His mercies never fail. / They are new every morning; great is Your faithfulness! Treasury of Scripture Let Israel now say, that his mercy endures for ever. Psalm 115:9-11 O Israel, trust thou in the LORD: he is their help and their shield… Psalm 135:19,20 Bless the LORD, O house of Israel: bless the LORD, O house of Aaron: … Psalm 145:10 All thy works shall praise thee, O LORD; and thy saints shall bless thee. Jump to Previous Age Endures Endureth Everlasting Forever Israel Kindness Loving Loving-Kindness Mercy Steadfast UnchangingJump to Next Age Endures Endureth Everlasting Forever Israel Kindness Loving Loving-Kindness Mercy Steadfast UnchangingPsalm 118 1. An exhortation to praise God for his mercy5. The psalmist by his experience shows how good it is to trust in God 19. Under the type of the psalmist the coming of Christ in his kingdom is expressed Let Israel say This phrase calls upon the nation of Israel to collectively affirm a truth about God's character. Historically, Israel was chosen as God's covenant people, and their identity is deeply rooted in their relationship with Him. This call to proclamation is a communal act, reflecting the importance of corporate worship and testimony in Israelite culture. The phrase echoes the tradition of public declarations of faith, as seen in other parts of the Old Testament, such as in Deuteronomy 6:4-9, where Israel is instructed to declare the Shema. It also reflects the practice of antiphonal singing, where one group would call out and another would respond, a common feature in Hebrew worship. “His loving devotion endures forever.” Persons / Places / Events 1. IsraelRefers to the nation chosen by God, representing His covenant people. In the context of this Psalm, Israel is called to acknowledge God's enduring love and faithfulness. 2. Psalmist The author of Psalm 118, traditionally attributed to King David, who often wrote about God's steadfast love and deliverance. 3. Temple Worship Psalm 118 is part of the Hallel, a series of psalms (113-118) sung during Jewish festivals, particularly Passover, highlighting God's deliverance and faithfulness. Teaching Points God's Unchanging LoveGod's loving devotion is constant and unchanging, a truth that Israel is called to proclaim. This assurance of His steadfast love should be a foundation for our faith. Corporate Worship and Testimony The call for Israel to declare God's love highlights the importance of corporate worship and communal testimony. Believers today are encouraged to gather and proclaim God's faithfulness together. Personal Reflection and Gratitude Reflect on personal experiences of God's enduring love and express gratitude. This practice strengthens faith and encourages others. Covenant Relationship Understanding our relationship with God as a covenant relationship helps us appreciate His commitment to us, just as He was committed to Israel. Encouragement in Trials In times of difficulty, remembering God's enduring devotion can provide comfort and hope, knowing that His love is everlasting. Bible Study Questions and Answers 1. What is the meaning of Psalm 118:2?2. How can we encourage others to proclaim "His loving devotion endures forever" today? 3. What does Psalm 118:2 reveal about God's enduring love for His people? 4. How does Psalm 118:2 connect with God's covenant promises in the Old Testament? 5. In what ways can we personally testify to God's enduring love in our lives? 6. How can the church collectively declare God's "loving devotion endures forever" in worship? 7. What does "Let Israel say" in Psalm 118:2 signify about communal faith? 8. How does Psalm 118:2 reflect the historical context of Israel's struggles? 9. Why is repetition used in Psalm 118:2, and what does it emphasize? 10. What are the top 10 Lessons from Psalm 118? 11. What defines a psalm? 12. What is the definition of lovingkindness? 13. Where is the evidence of God's unchanging love, as questioned in Psalm 89:49, considering the apparent abandonment of David's dynasty and Israel's subsequent struggles? 14. Malachi 2:11 - How do we reconcile prohibiting interfaith marriage here with later New Testament teachings on acceptance of all peoples? What Does Psalm 118:2 Mean Let Israel say• The verse opens with a summons, calling the whole nation—every tribe, family, and individual Jew—to join the chorus of praise (Psalm 118:1,3-4). • Israel is reminded of its covenant identity (Exodus 19:5-6; Deuteronomy 7:6-8). Because God literally chose and redeemed this people, they are to respond aloud. • The wording is communal—faith is never merely private. As in Psalm 107:2, “Let the redeemed of the LORD say so,” speaking out loud strengthens collective memory and testimony. • Believers today, grafted into God’s promises (Romans 11:17; 1 Peter 2:9-10), echo this call, yet the verse still honors God’s unbroken commitment to the literal nation of Israel (Jeremiah 31:35-37). His loving devotion • The focus shifts from the people to the Person: the LORD’s covenant love—steady, self-giving, loyal (Exodus 34:6; Psalm 136:1). • This love is not abstract; it is seen in concrete acts: the exodus (Deuteronomy 4:37), the giving of the land (Joshua 21:43-45), preservation through exile (Jeremiah 31:3), and supremely the cross (John 3:16; Romans 5:8). • Because Scripture is accurate and literal, we can bank on this love being as real as the historical events that display it. endures forever • The phrase anchors God’s love in eternity: it never runs out, never weakens (Psalm 52:8; Lamentations 3:22-23). • God’s unchanging nature guarantees this permanence (Malachi 3:6; James 1:17). • Forever means both now and the ages to come, reaching into the new creation where His servants will still sing the same refrain (Revelation 1:8; 21:3-4). • The repeated line in Psalm 136—twenty-six times—underscores that “forever” is literal, not poetic exaggeration. summary Psalm 118:2 is a three-part invitation: God’s chosen people are to declare, with one voice, that the LORD’s steadfast covenant love is endlessly reliable. It roots worship in history, centers it on God’s character, and stretches it into eternity, assuring every believer that the same faithful love encircling Israel still holds us fast today. Verse 2. - Let Israel now say, that his mercy endureth forever. (For the triple division of the people made in this and the next two verses -(1) Israel, (2) house of Aaron, (3) those who fear the Lord - see Psalm 115:9-11, and 12, 13.) . . . Hebrew Let Israelיִשְׂרָאֵ֑ל (yiś·rā·’êl) Noun - proper - masculine singular Strong's 3478: Israel -- 'God strives', another name of Jacob and his desc say, יֹֽאמַר־ (yō·mar-) Verb - Qal - Imperfect - third person masculine singular Strong's 559: To utter, say “His loving devotion חַסְדּֽוֹ׃ (ḥas·dōw) Noun - masculine singular construct | third person masculine singular Strong's 2617: Kindness, piety, reproof, beauty endures forever.” לְעוֹלָ֣ם (lə·‘ō·w·lām) Preposition-l | Noun - masculine singular Strong's 5769: Concealed, eternity, frequentatively, always Links Psalm 118:2 NIVPsalm 118:2 NLT Psalm 118:2 ESV Psalm 118:2 NASB Psalm 118:2 KJV Psalm 118:2 BibleApps.com Psalm 118:2 Biblia Paralela Psalm 118:2 Chinese Bible Psalm 118:2 French Bible Psalm 118:2 Catholic Bible OT Poetry: Psalm 118:2 Let Israel now say that his loving (Psalm Ps Psa.) |
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