Psalms 136:5 Made Simple

KJV ORIGINAL

To him that by wisdom made the heavens: for his mercy endureth for ever.

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✦ MADE SIMPLE

To God who used His wisdom to create the heavens: because His loving kindness lasts forever.

⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE

The writer is praising God for His wisdom in creating the heavens and emphasizing that God's love and mercy never end.

📚 Historical Context

Psalm 136 is known as the 'Great Hallel' and was likely sung during major Jewish festivals, especially Passover. Each verse follows the same pattern with the refrain 'for his mercy endureth forever,' creating a responsive worship song where the congregation would join in the refrain. This particular verse celebrates God as the wise Creator who designed the heavens with perfect knowledge and understanding.

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