Psalms 106:45
Psalms 106:45 in Multiple Translations
And He remembered His covenant with them, and relented by the abundance of His loving devotion.
And he remembered for them his covenant, and repented according to the multitude of his mercies.
And he remembered for them his covenant, And repented according to the multitude of his lovingkindnesses.
And kept in mind his agreement with them, and in his great mercy gave them forgiveness.
He remembered the agreement he had made with them, and he held back because of his great kindness and love.
And he remembred his couenant towarde them and repented according to the multitude of his mercies,
And remembereth for them His covenant, And is comforted, According to the abundance of His kindness.
He remembered for them his covenant, and repented according to the multitude of his loving kindnesses.
And he remembered for them his covenant, and repented according to the multitude of his mercies.
For their sake, he thought about the agreement/promise that he had made to bless them, and because he never stopped loving them very much, he changed his mind about punishing them more.
Berean Amplified Bible — Psalms 106:45
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Psalms 106:45 Interlinear (Deep Study)
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וַ/יִּזְכֹּ֣ר
לָ/הֶ֣ם
בְּרִית֑/וֹ
וַ֝/יִּנָּחֵ֗ם
כְּ/רֹ֣ב
חסד/ו
חֲסָדָֽי/ו
וַ/יִּזְכֹּ֣ר
zâkar
H2142
to remember
Conj | V-Qal-ConsecImperf-3ms
לָ/הֶ֣ם
Prep | Suff
בְּרִית֑/וֹ
bᵉrîyth
H1285
covenant
N-fs | Suff
וַ֝/יִּנָּחֵ֗ם
nâcham
H5162
to be sorry
Conj | V-Niphal-ConsecImperf-3ms
כְּ/רֹ֣ב
rôb
H7230
abundance
Prep | N-cs
חסד/ו
chêçêd
H2617
kindness
N-ms | Suff
חֲסָדָֽי/ו
chêçêd
H2617
kindness
N-mp | Suff
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Hebrew Word Reference — Psalms 106:45
וַ/יִּזְכֹּ֣ר
zâkar
H2142
"to remember"
Conj | V-Qal-ConsecImperf-3ms
To remember means to recall or mark something, like God remembering his covenant with Abraham in Genesis 9:1 and Exodus 2:24.
Definition: 1) to remember, recall, call to mind 1a) (Qal) to remember, recall 1b) (Niphal) to be brought to remembrance, be remembered, be thought of, be brought to mind 1c) (Hiphil) 1c1) to cause to remember, remind 1c2) to cause to be remembered, keep in remembrance 1c3) to mention 1c4) to record 1c5) to make a memorial, make remembrance
Usage: Occurs in 223 OT verses. KJV: [idiom] burn (incense), [idiom] earnestly, be male, (make) mention (of), be mindful, recount, record(-er), remember, make to be remembered, bring (call, come, keep, put) to (in) remembrance, [idiom] still, think on, [idiom] well. See also: Genesis 8:1; Psalms 74:2; Psalms 8:5.
לָ/הֶ֣ם
""
Prep | Suff
בְּרִית֑/וֹ
bᵉrîyth
H1285
"covenant"
N-fs | Suff
A covenant is a promise or agreement between people or between God and people, like a treaty or alliance. It is first mentioned in the Bible in Genesis, where God makes a covenant with Abraham. This concept is central to the Bible.
Definition: 1) covenant, alliance, pledge 1a) between men 1a1) treaty, alliance, league (man to man) 1a2) constitution, ordinance (monarch to subjects) 1a3) agreement, pledge (man to man) 1a4) alliance (of friendship) 1a5) alliance (of marriage) 1b) between God and man 1b1) alliance (of friendship) 1b2) covenant (divine ordinance with signs or pledges) 2) (phrases) 2a) covenant making 2b) covenant keeping 2c) covenant violation
Usage: Occurs in 264 OT verses. KJV: confederacy, (con-) feder(-ate), covenant, league. See also: Genesis 6:18; Judges 20:27; Psalms 25:10.
וַ֝/יִּנָּחֵ֗ם
nâcham
H5162
"to be sorry"
Conj | V-Niphal-ConsecImperf-3ms
To comfort means showing pity or sympathy, as seen in God's actions throughout the Bible, such as in Isaiah 40. The word can also imply regret or remorse, like in the story of Jonah, who was sorry for his actions. It involves easing someone's pain or discomfort.
Definition: : comfort 1) to be sorry, console oneself, repent, regret, comfort, be comforted 1a) (Niphal) 1a1) to be sorry, be moved to pity, have compassion 1a2) to be sorry, rue, suffer grief, repent 1a3) to comfort oneself, be comforted 1a4) to comfort oneself, ease oneself 1b) (Piel) to comfort, console 1c) (Pual) to be comforted, be consoled 1d) (Hithpael) 1d1) to be sorry, have compassion 1d2) to rue, repent of 1d3) to comfort oneself, be comforted 1d4) to ease oneself Also means: na.cham (נָחַם ": relent" H5162H)
Usage: Occurs in 100 OT verses. KJV: comfort (self), ease (one's self), repent(-er,-ing, self). See also: Genesis 5:29; Isaiah 12:1; Psalms 23:4.
כְּ/רֹ֣ב
rôb
H7230
"abundance"
Prep | N-cs
Describes abundance or greatness in the Bible, used to talk about God's power and creation in Psalms and Isaiah.
Definition: 1) multitude, abundance, greatness 1a) multitude 1a1) abundance, abundantly 1a2) numerous 1b) greatness
Usage: Occurs in 145 OT verses. KJV: abundance(-antly), all, [idiom] common (sort), excellent, great(-ly, -ness, number), huge, be increased, long, many, more in number, most, much, multitude, plenty(-ifully), [idiom] very (age). See also: Genesis 16:10; Job 32:7; Psalms 5:8.
חסד/ו
chêçêd
H2617
"kindness"
N-ms | Suff
This word refers to kindness, mercy, or pity, often used to describe God's loving actions towards humanity. It is translated as 'favour', 'kindness', or 'mercy' in the KJV. It emphasizes God's loving character.
Definition: goodness, kindness, faithfulness
Usage: Occurs in 241 OT verses. KJV: favour, good deed(-liness, -ness), kindly, (loving-) kindness, merciful (kindness), mercy, pity, reproach, wicked thing. See also: Genesis 19:19; Psalms 51:3; Psalms 5:8.
חֲסָדָֽי/ו
chêçêd
H2617
"kindness"
N-mp | Suff
This word refers to kindness, mercy, or pity, often used to describe God's loving actions towards humanity. It is translated as 'favour', 'kindness', or 'mercy' in the KJV. It emphasizes God's loving character.
Definition: goodness, kindness, faithfulness
Usage: Occurs in 241 OT verses. KJV: favour, good deed(-liness, -ness), kindly, (loving-) kindness, merciful (kindness), mercy, pity, reproach, wicked thing. See also: Genesis 19:19; Psalms 51:3; Psalms 5:8.
Study Notes — Psalms 106:45
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- Context
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- Psalms 106:45 Summary
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Reflection Questions
- Gill's Exposition on Psalms 106:45
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Psalms 106:45
- Matthew Poole's Commentary on Psalms 106:45
- Trapp's Commentary on Psalms 106:45
- Cambridge Bible on Psalms 106:45
- Barnes' Notes on Psalms 106:45
- Whedon's Commentary on Psalms 106:45
- Sermons on Psalms 106:45
Context — Give Thanks to the LORD, for He Is Good
43Many times He rescued them, but they were bent on rebellion and sank down in their iniquity.
44Nevertheless He heard their cry; He took note of their distress.
45And He remembered His covenant with them, and relented by the abundance of His loving devotion.
46He made them objects of compassion to all who held them captive. 47Save us, O LORD our God, and gather us from the nations, that we may give thanks to Your holy name, that we may glory in Your praise.Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
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| 1 | Psalms 105:8 | He remembers His covenant forever, the word He ordained for a thousand generations— |
| 2 | Lamentations 3:32 | Even if He causes grief, He will show compassion according to His abundant loving devotion. |
| 3 | Judges 2:18 | Whenever the LORD raised up a judge for the Israelites, He was with that judge and saved them from the hands of their enemies while the judge was still alive; for the LORD was moved to pity by their groaning under those who oppressed them and afflicted them. |
| 4 | 2 Kings 13:23 | But the LORD was gracious to Israel and had compassion on them, and He turned toward them because of His covenant with Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob. And to this day, the LORD has been unwilling to destroy them or cast them from His presence. |
| 5 | Exodus 32:14 | So the LORD relented from the calamity He had threatened to bring on His people. |
| 6 | Leviticus 26:40–42 | But if they will confess their iniquity and that of their fathers in the unfaithfulness that they practiced against Me, by which they have also walked in hostility toward Me— and I acted with hostility toward them and brought them into the land of their enemies—and if their uncircumcised hearts will be humbled and they will make amends for their iniquity, then I will remember My covenant with Jacob and My covenant with Isaac and My covenant with Abraham, and I will remember the land. |
| 7 | Psalms 69:16 | Answer me, O LORD, for Your loving devotion is good; turn to me in keeping with Your great compassion. |
| 8 | Psalms 51:1 | Have mercy on me, O God, according to Your loving devotion; according to Your great compassion, blot out my transgressions. |
| 9 | Isaiah 63:7 | I will make known the LORD’s loving devotion and His praiseworthy acts, because of all that the LORD has done for us— the many good things for the house of Israel according to His great compassion and loving devotion. |
| 10 | Luke 1:71–72 | salvation from our enemies and from the hand of all who hate us, to show mercy to our fathers and to remember His holy covenant, |
Psalms 106:45 Summary
[This verse means that God remembered the promises He made to His people and chose to be kind to them because He loves them so much. He showed them mercy and compassion, even when they didn't deserve it, just like He does for us today (Romans 5:8). God's love is abundant and never fails, and He always keeps His promises (Numbers 23:19). As we remember God's covenant with us, we can trust in His faithfulness and love, and respond with gratitude and obedience.]
Frequently Asked Questions
What does it mean that God 'remembered His covenant' with the people?
This means that God recalled and honored the promises He made to them, as seen in Exodus 2:24 and Leviticus 26:42, demonstrating His faithfulness and commitment to His people.
How does God's 'loving devotion' relate to His actions in this verse?
God's loving devotion, also known as His mercy or lovingkindness, is what motivates Him to relent and show compassion, as expressed in Psalms 103:8, which says 'The LORD is compassionate and gracious, slow to anger, abounding in love.'
What is the significance of God 'relenting' in this context?
God relenting means that He changed His mind or withheld judgment, choosing instead to show mercy, as seen in Jonah 3:10, where God relented from destroying Nineveh after the people repented.
How does this verse demonstrate God's character?
This verse showcases God's character as a loving, faithful, and merciful God, who remembers His promises and shows compassion to His people, as also seen in Deuteronomy 7:9, which says 'Know therefore that the LORD your God is God; He is the faithful God, keeping His covenant of love to a thousand generations.'
Reflection Questions
- What are some ways that God has shown you His loving devotion in your life, and how can you respond to His mercy?
- How does remembering God's covenant with you affect your daily life and decisions?
- In what ways can you reflect God's character of faithfulness and mercy to those around you?
- What are some promises or covenants that God has made to you, and how can you trust in His faithfulness to fulfill them?
Gill's Exposition on Psalms 106:45
And he remembered for them his covenant,.... At Sinai, according to Aben Ezra; rather that made with Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob; see Psalms 105:8, not their covenant who promised to hear and do all
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Psalms 106:45
Nevertheless he regarded their affliction, when he heard their cry: -Conclusion.
Matthew Poole's Commentary on Psalms 106:45
His covenant; the covenant made with their father which, notwithstanding their horrible violation of it. made good unto them, and in consideration thereof delivered them. Repented; changed his course and dealing with them, as penitent persons usually do. See Poole "".
Trapp's Commentary on Psalms 106:45
Psalms 106:45 And he remembered for them his covenant, and repented according to the multitude of his mercies.Ver. 45. And he remembered for them his covenant] Which could not be vacated or abolished by the wickedness of men, but stood firm and inviolable, inasmuch as God is faithful and merciful. And repented] That is, changed his severity into clemency. God’ s repentance is not a change of his will, but of his work, Mutatio rei, non Dei.
Cambridge Bible on Psalms 106:45
45. Cp. Leviticus 26:41-42. repented] Cp. Psalms 90:13.
Barnes' Notes on Psalms 106:45
And he remembered for them his covenant - His solemn promises made to their fathers. He remembered that covenant in their behalf; or, on account of that, he came and blessed them.
Whedon's Commentary on Psalms 106:45
45. And he remembered for them his covenant— “Behold the goodness and severity of God!” The closing descriptions of the divine tenderness are exceedingly touching, as his judgments are fearful.
Sermons on Psalms 106:45
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His Tender Mercies by Thomas Brooks | Thomas Brooks emphasizes the profound nature of God's tender mercies, illustrating how they are the daily sustenance that keeps us from hell, forgives our sins, and meets our needs |
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The Battle for Israel Pt 2 by Billy Strachan | In this sermon, the speaker discusses the theme of the end times and its relevance to all professing Christians. He refers to Matthew 24, where Jesus talks about the signs of the e |
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Psalm 105 by Henry Law | Henry Law preaches on the importance of praising and seeking the Lord joyfully, intermixing supplications with prayers and enlivening praise. He emphasizes the significance of reme |
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Let God Have His Way by Mary Wilder Tileston | Mary Wilder Tileston preaches about the importance of trusting in God's will and finding joy and tranquility in surrendering to His ways. By aligning our will with God's will, we c |
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What Turned the Heart of a King? by David Wilkerson | David Wilkerson explores the transformative power of affliction through the story of Manasseh, the most wicked king of Israel, who turned to God in his time of great distress. Desp |
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A Touch From God - Part 1 by David Wilkerson | This sermon emphasizes the importance of seeking God wholeheartedly, especially in times of turmoil and fear. It highlights the need for individuals to hunger for more of God's pre |
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(Through the Bible) Judges 1-7 by Chuck Smith | In this sermon, the preacher discusses the book of Judges in the Bible. He highlights the recurring pattern of the Israelites turning away from God and falling into oppression, onl |