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Psalm 138:2
ESV I bow down toward your holy temple and give thanks to your name for your steadfast love and your faithfulness, for you have exalted above all things your name and your word.
NIV I will bow down toward your holy temple and will praise your name for your unfailing love and your faithfulness, for you have so exalted your solemn decree that it surpasses your fame.
NASB I will bow down toward Your holy temple And give thanks to Your name for Your mercy and Your truth; For You have made Your word great according to all Your name.
CSB I will bow down toward your holy temple and give thanks to your name for your constant love and truth. You have exalted your name and your promise above everything else.
NLT I bow before your holy Temple as I worship. I praise your name for your unfailing love and faithfulness; for your promises are backed by all the honor of your name.
KJV I will worship toward thy holy temple, and praise thy name for thy lovingkindness and for thy truth: for thou hast magnified thy word above all thy name.
NKJV I will worship toward Your holy temple, And praise Your name For Your lovingkindness and Your truth; For You have magnified Your word above all Your name.

What does Psalm 138:2 mean?

Please see our chapter commentary on Psalm 138; verse-level content coming soon!
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Context Summary
Psalm 138:1–3 expresses David's public praise of God, for His salvation and consistent love. This steady care is from the Hebrew word hesed. The first verse uses the term elōhim', which can refer to God, fictional gods, spiritual beings, or important people. Any or all of these can apply in this case. The term translated "temple" or "sanctuary" is also used in reference to the tabernacle (1 Samuel 1:24).
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Chapter Summary
David publicly praises God for His faithfulness and salvation. Someday, all rulers of every nation will acknowledge the Lord. They will recognize His goodness and mercy. Despite troubles, David is confident in the Lord's plan. God has a purpose for David's life, so he is content to pray for aid and rest in God's loyal love.
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