Who giveth food to all flesh: for his mercy endureth for ever.
He gives food to every living creature, for his love lasts forever.
God is the one who provides food for all living things, and his loving care never ends.
📚 Historical Context
Psalms 136 is a hymn of thanksgiving recited in ancient Israelite worship, likely during festivals to celebrate God's mighty acts in creation and history, with each verse followed by the refrain "for his mercy endureth for ever" to emphasize His unchanging love. This specific verse highlights God's role as the provider of food for all living beings, drawing from the broader biblical narrative of creation in Genesis where God sustains the world. It served as a reminder to the Israelites of their dependence on God's faithful provision amid their nomadic and agricultural life.
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