KJV ORIGINAL
To him who alone doeth great wonders: for his mercy endureth for ever.
Close to the original. Clear modern English.
✦ MADE SIMPLE
To him who alone does great wonders: for his mercy lasts forever.
⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE
This verse celebrates God as the only one who performs amazing miracles, and emphasizes that his loving kindness never ends.
📚 Historical Context
Psalm 136 is known as the 'Great Hallel' and was sung during major Jewish festivals, especially Passover. Each verse ends with the refrain 'for his mercy endures forever,' creating a responsive worship format where the congregation would repeat this phrase. This particular verse comes in a section praising God for his mighty acts of creation and deliverance.
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