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Psalms 107:1

Made Simple — Modern English Translation

Translated by Verse Made Simple Editorial
KJV ORIGINAL
O give thanks unto the LORD, for he is good: for his mercy endureth for ever.
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✦ MADE SIMPLE

Give thanks to the LORD, because he is good, and his love and kindness last forever.

⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE

This verse calls us to thank God because he is fundamentally good and his loving mercy never runs out.

📚 Historical Context

The Book of Psalms is a collection of ancient Hebrew songs and poems that express worship, lament, and thanksgiving to God, compiled over centuries by figures like King David and others during Israel's history. Psalm 107 is part of a group of psalms that celebrate God's deliverance and mercy, likely written during or after the Babylonian exile in the 6th century BC, when the Israelites were reflecting on their return from captivity and God's faithfulness. This verse serves as an opening call for the people to remember and respond to God's enduring kindness amid their national experiences of redemption.

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