Psalms 107:1 Made Simple

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

Psalm 107 begins Book V of the Psalms and was likely written after Israel's return from Babylonian exile. This opening verse uses a traditional Hebrew formula of praise that appears throughout the Psalms and was commonly used in temple worship. The phrase about God's enduring mercy was often sung responsively between worship leaders and congregations.

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