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Psalm 136:7
ESV to him who made the great lights, for his steadfast love endures forever;
NIV who made the great lights— His love endures forever.
NASB To Him who made the great lights, For His faithfulness is everlasting:
CSB He made the great lights: His faithful love endures forever.
NLT Give thanks to him who made the heavenly lights — — His faithful love endures forever.
KJV To him that made great lights: for his mercy endureth for ever:
NKJV To Him who made great lights, For His mercy endures forever—

What does Psalm 136:7 mean?

Please see our chapter commentary on Psalm 136; verse-level content coming soon!
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Context Summary
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.
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Chapter Summary
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.
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