Psalms 136:25 Made Simple

KJV ORIGINAL

Who giveth food to all flesh: for his mercy endureth for ever.

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✦ MADE SIMPLE

He gives food to every living creature, for his love lasts forever.

⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE

God is the one who provides food for all living things, and his loving care never ends.

📚 Historical Context

This verse is part of Psalm 136, known as the 'Great Hallel,' which was sung during major Jewish festivals like Passover. Each verse ends with the refrain 'for his mercy endureth for ever,' creating a responsive worship song where the congregation would repeat this phrase. The psalm celebrates God's creation and provision for all life, reflecting the Hebrew understanding that God actively sustains the entire natural world.

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