Psalm 136:2
ESV
Give thanks to the God of gods, for his steadfast love endures forever.
NIV
Give thanks to the God of gods. His love endures forever.
NASB
Give thanks to the God of gods, For His faithfulness is everlasting.
CSB
Give thanks to the God of gods. His faithful love endures forever.
NLT
Give thanks to the God of gods. — His faithful love endures forever.
KJV
O give thanks unto the God of gods: for his mercy endureth for ever.
NKJV
Oh, give thanks to the God of gods! For His mercy endures forever.
What does Psalm 136:2 mean?
Please see our chapter commentary on Psalm 136; verse-level content coming soon!Psalm 136:1–9 offers worship to the Lord because of His role as sovereign God and Creator. No other being, real or imaginary, can match His power. Nature demonstrates His supremacy (Romans 1:18–20; Psalm 19:1). Each expression of praise is followed by a repeated statement of His unchanging, steady, eternal love.
Each verse in this psalm ends with a declaration that God's love is loyal and unending. The song praises God for His goodness, sovereignty, power, creation, rescue of Israel, empowerment of His people, mercy, sustaining power, and role as "the God of heaven." The song is often labeled "The Great Hallel" because of this enthusiastic worship.
