Psalm 136:22
New International Version
an inheritance to his servant Israel. His love endures forever.

New Living Translation
a special possession to his servant Israel. His faithful love endures forever.

English Standard Version
a heritage to Israel his servant, for his steadfast love endures forever.

Berean Standard Bible
a heritage to His servant Israel. His loving devotion endures forever.

King James Bible
Even an heritage unto Israel his servant: for his mercy endureth for ever.

New King James Version
A heritage to Israel His servant, For His mercy endures forever.

New American Standard Bible
An inheritance to His servant Israel, For His faithfulness is everlasting.

NASB 1995
Even a heritage to Israel His servant, For His lovingkindness is everlasting.

NASB 1977
Even a heritage to Israel His servant, For His lovingkindness is everlasting.

Legacy Standard Bible
Even an inheritance to Israel His servant, For His lovingkindness endures forever.

Amplified Bible
Even a heritage to Israel His servant, For His lovingkindness endures forever;

Christian Standard Bible
an inheritance to Israel his servant. His faithful love endures forever.

Holman Christian Standard Bible
an inheritance to Israel His servant. His love is eternal.

American Standard Version
Even a heritage unto Israel his servant; For his lovingkindness endureth for ever:

Contemporary English Version
He gave their land to Israel, the people who serve him. God's love never fails.

English Revised Version
Even an heritage unto Israel his servant: for his mercy endureth for ever.

GOD'S WORD® Translation
as an inheritance for his servant Israel- because his mercy endures forever.

Good News Translation
he gave them to Israel, his servant; his love is eternal.

International Standard Version
to Israel his servant as a possession, for his gracious love is everlasting—

Majority Standard Bible
a heritage to His servant Israel. His loving devotion endures forever.

NET Bible
as an inheritance to Israel his servant, for his loyal love endures,

New Heart English Bible
Even a heritage to Israel his servant; for his loving kindness endures forever:

Webster's Bible Translation
Even a heritage to Israel his servant: for his mercy endureth for ever.

World English Bible
even a heritage to Israel his servant, for his loving kindness endures forever;
Literal Translations
Literal Standard Version
An inheritance to Israel His servant, "" For His kindness [is] for all time.

Young's Literal Translation
An inheritance to Israel His servant, For to the age is His kindness.

Smith's Literal Translation
An inheritance to Israel his servant: for his mercy is forever.
Catholic Translations
Douay-Rheims Bible
For an inheritance to his servant Israel: for his mercy endureth for ever.

Catholic Public Domain Version
as an inheritance for his servant Israel, for his mercy is eternal.

New American Bible
A heritage for Israel, his servant, for his mercy endures forever.

New Revised Standard Version
a heritage to his servant Israel, for his steadfast love endures forever.
Translations from Aramaic
Lamsa Bible
Even a heritage to Israel his servant; for his mercy endures for ever.

Peshitta Holy Bible Translated
An inheritance to Israel his Servant, for his mercies are to eternity.
OT Translations
JPS Tanakh 1917
Even a heritage unto Israel His servant, For His mercy endureth for ever.

Brenton Septuagint Translation
even an inheritance to Israel his servant: for his mercy endures for ever.

Additional Translations ...
Audio Bible



Context
His Loving Faithfulness Endures Forever
21and He gave their land as an inheritance, His loving devotion endures forever. 22a heritage to His servant Israel. His loving devotion endures forever. 23He remembered us in our low estate His loving devotion endures forever.…

Cross References
Genesis 12:7
Then the LORD appeared to Abram and said, “I will give this land to your offspring.” So Abram built an altar there to the LORD, who had appeared to him.

Genesis 15:18
On that day the LORD made a covenant with Abram, saying, “To your descendants I have given this land—from the river of Egypt to the great River Euphrates—

Genesis 17:8
And to you and your descendants I will give the land where you are residing—all the land of Canaan—as an eternal possession; and I will be their God.”

Exodus 6:8
And I will bring you into the land that I swore to give to Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob. I will give it to you as a possession. I am the LORD!’”

Deuteronomy 4:37-38
Because He loved your fathers, He chose their descendants after them and brought you out of Egypt by His presence and great power, / to drive out before you nations greater and mightier than you, and to bring you into their land and give it to you for your inheritance, as it is this day.

Deuteronomy 7:6-8
For you are a people holy to the LORD your God. The LORD your God has chosen you to be a people for His prized possession out of all peoples on the face of the earth. / The LORD did not set His affection on you and choose you because you were more numerous than the other peoples, for you were the fewest of all peoples. / But because the LORD loved you and kept the oath He swore to your fathers, He brought you out with a mighty hand and redeemed you from the house of slavery, from the hand of Pharaoh king of Egypt.

Deuteronomy 9:5
It is not because of your righteousness or uprightness of heart that you are going in to possess their land, but it is because of their wickedness that the LORD your God is driving out these nations before you, to keep the promise He swore to your fathers, to Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob.

Deuteronomy 32:8-9
When the Most High gave the nations their inheritance, when He divided the sons of man, He set the boundaries of the peoples according to the number of the sons of God. / But the LORD’s portion is His people, Jacob His allotted inheritance.

Joshua 21:43
Thus the LORD gave Israel all the land He had sworn to give their fathers, and they took possession of it and settled in it.

1 Chronicles 16:18
‘I will give you the land of Canaan as the portion of your inheritance.’

Nehemiah 9:8
You found his heart faithful before You, and made a covenant with him to give the land of the Canaanites and Hittites, of the Amorites and Perizzites, of the Jebusites and Girgashites—to give it to his descendants. You have kept Your promise, because You are righteous.

Isaiah 41:8-9
“But you, O Israel, My servant, Jacob, whom I have chosen, descendant of Abraham My friend— / I brought you from the ends of the earth and called you from its farthest corners. I said, ‘You are My servant.’ I have chosen and not rejected you.

Jeremiah 11:5
This was in order to establish the oath I swore to your forefathers, to give them a land flowing with milk and honey, as it is to this day.” “Amen, LORD,” I answered.

Acts 13:17-19
The God of the people of Israel chose our fathers. He made them into a great people during their stay in Egypt, and with an uplifted arm He led them out of that land. / He endured their conduct for about forty years in the wilderness. / And having vanquished seven nations in Canaan, He gave their land to His people as an inheritance.

Romans 4:13
For the promise to Abraham and his offspring that he would be heir of the world was not given through the law, but through the righteousness that comes by faith.


Treasury of Scripture

Even an heritage to Israel his servant: for his mercy endures for ever.

Psalm 47:4
He shall choose our inheritance for us, the excellency of Jacob whom he loved. Selah.

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Psalm 136
1. An exhortation to give thanks to God for particular mercies.














a heritage to His servant Israel
This phrase highlights the concept of the Promised Land as an inheritance given by God to the people of Israel. The term "heritage" refers to something passed down through generations, emphasizing the covenantal promise God made to Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob. This inheritance is not merely physical land but also a spiritual legacy, signifying God's faithfulness and the fulfillment of His promises. The term "servant Israel" underscores Israel's role as God's chosen people, set apart to serve Him and be a light to the nations. This concept is rooted in the Abrahamic Covenant (Genesis 12:1-3) and is reiterated throughout the Old Testament, including in the Mosaic Covenant (Exodus 19:5-6). The land of Canaan, promised to the descendants of Abraham, is a central theme in the narrative of the Israelites, representing God's provision and faithfulness. This inheritance is also a type of the eternal inheritance believers receive through Christ, as mentioned in the New Testament (Hebrews 9:15).

His loving devotion endures forever
This phrase is a recurring refrain throughout Psalm 136, emphasizing the steadfast and eternal nature of God's love and mercy. The Hebrew word often translated as "loving devotion" is "chesed," which encompasses love, kindness, mercy, and faithfulness. This enduring love is a central theme in the Bible, reflecting God's unchanging character and His commitment to His covenant people. The repetition of this phrase in the psalm serves as a reminder of God's unwavering faithfulness throughout history, from creation to the deliverance of Israel from Egypt, and into the establishment of the Promised Land. It assures believers of God's continual presence and support, encouraging trust and gratitude. This enduring love is ultimately fulfilled in Jesus Christ, whose sacrificial death and resurrection provide the ultimate demonstration of God's eternal love and mercy (John 3:16, Romans 5:8).

Persons / Places / Events
1. Israel
The nation chosen by God as His people, often referred to as His servant. Israel's history is marked by God's covenantal relationship with them, beginning with the patriarchs Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob.

2. Inheritance
In the context of this verse, inheritance refers to the Promised Land given to Israel by God. It symbolizes God's faithfulness and the fulfillment of His promises.

3. Loving Devotion (Hebrew: ?????, chesed)
This term is central to understanding God's character in the Old Testament. It encompasses His steadfast love, mercy, and faithfulness.
Teaching Points
God's Faithfulness
God's promise of an inheritance to Israel is a testament to His unwavering faithfulness. Believers can trust that God will fulfill His promises in their lives as well.

Understanding Chesed
The Hebrew word "chesed" is rich in meaning, encompassing love, mercy, and loyalty. Reflecting on God's chesed can deepen our appreciation for His character and inspire us to emulate His love in our relationships.

The Importance of Remembrance
Psalm 136 is a call to remember God's mighty acts and His enduring love. Regularly recalling God's past faithfulness can strengthen our faith and encourage us in times of doubt.

Inheritance in Christ
While Israel's inheritance was the Promised Land, believers today have an inheritance in Christ. This includes eternal life and the spiritual blessings found in Him.

Enduring Love
God's love is not fleeting but endures forever. This assurance can provide comfort and hope, especially during challenging times.Verse 22. - Even an heritage unto Israel his servant (comp. Psalm 135:12). For his mercy, etc.

Parallel Commentaries ...


Hebrew
a heritage
נַ֭חֲלָה (na·ḥă·lāh)
Noun - feminine singular
Strong's 5159: Something inherited, occupancy, an heirloom, an estate, patrimony, portion

to His servant
עַבְדּ֑וֹ (‘aḇ·dōw)
Noun - masculine singular construct | third person masculine singular
Strong's 5650: Slave, servant

Israel.
לְיִשְׂרָאֵ֣ל (lə·yiś·rā·’êl)
Preposition-l | Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 3478: Israel -- 'God strives', another name of Jacob and his desc

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


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