KJV ORIGINAL
Let them now that fear the LORD say, that his mercy endureth for ever.
Close to the original. Clear modern English.
✦ MADE SIMPLE
Let all who respect and honor the LORD say, 'His loving kindness lasts forever.'
⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE
The writer is calling on everyone who honors God to declare that His love and mercy never end.
📚 Historical Context
Psalms 118 is part of the Hallel psalms, a collection sung by the Israelites during major festivals like Passover to celebrate God's deliverance and express communal thanksgiving. This verse specifically invites those who fear and revere the Lord to proclaim His mercy as everlasting, reflecting the ancient Jewish practice of responding to God's faithfulness in worship. It draws from Israel's history of divine rescue, emphasizing God's unchanging character amid trials.
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