Psalms 106:8
Psalms 106:8 in Multiple Translations
Yet He saved them for the sake of His name, to make His power known.
Nevertheless he saved them for his name’s sake, that he might make his mighty power to be known.
Nevertheless he saved them for his name’s sake, That he might make his mighty power to be known.
But he was their saviour because of his name, so that men might see his great power.
Even so he saved them because of the kind of person he is, and to show his power
Neuerthelesse he saued them for his Names sake, that he might make his power to be knowen.
And He saveth them for His name's sake, To make known His might,
Nevertheless he saved them for his name’s sake, that he might make his mighty power known.
Nevertheless he saved them for his name's sake, that he might make his mighty power to be known.
Let the mercies of the Lord give glory to him: and his wonderful works to the children of men.
But he rescued them for the sake of his own reputation in order that he could show that he is very powerful.
Berean Amplified Bible — Psalms 106:8
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Psalms 106:8 Interlinear (Deep Study)
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וַֽ֭/יּוֹשִׁיעֵ/ם
לְמַ֣עַן
שְׁמ֑/וֹ
לְ֝/הוֹדִ֗יעַ
אֶת
גְּבוּרָתֽ/וֹ
וַֽ֭/יּוֹשִׁיעֵ/ם
yâshaʻ
H3467
to save
Conj | V-Hiphil-ConsecImperf-3ms | Suff
לְמַ֣עַן
maʻan
H4616
because
Prep
שְׁמ֑/וֹ
shêm
H8034
name
N-ms | Suff
לְ֝/הוֹדִ֗יעַ
yâdaʻ
H3045
to know
Prep | V-Hiphil-Inf-a
אֶת
ʼêth
H853
Obj.
DirObjM
גְּבוּרָתֽ/וֹ
gᵉbûwrâh
H1369
might
N-fs | Suff
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Hebrew Word Reference — Psalms 106:8
וַֽ֭/יּוֹשִׁיעֵ/ם
yâshaʻ
H3467
"to save"
Conj | V-Hiphil-ConsecImperf-3ms | Suff
Means to save or be delivered, used in the Bible to describe being freed from danger or trouble, like in battle or from moral struggles, as seen in the Psalms and Proverbs.
Definition: 1) to save, be saved, be delivered 1a) (Niphal) 1a1) to be liberated, be saved, be delivered 1a2) to be saved (in battle), be victorious 1b) (Hiphil) 1b1) to save, deliver 1b2) to save from moral troubles 1b3) to give victory to
Usage: Occurs in 198 OT verses. KJV: [idiom] at all, avenging, defend, deliver(-er), help, preserve, rescue, be safe, bring (having) salvation, save(-iour), get victory. See also: Exodus 2:17; Psalms 55:17; Psalms 3:8.
לְמַ֣עַן
maʻan
H4616
"because"
Prep
This Hebrew word means because of something or for a specific purpose. It is used to explain why something happens or is done. In the Bible, it is used to describe God's intentions or purposes.
Definition: 1) purpose, intent prep 1a) for the sake of 1b) in view of, on account of 1c) for the purpose of, to the intent that, in order to conj 1d) to the end that
Usage: Occurs in 252 OT verses. KJV: because of, to the end (intent) that, for (to,... 's sake), [phrase] lest, that, to. See also: Genesis 12:13; 2 Kings 13:23; Psalms 5:9.
שְׁמ֑/וֹ
shêm
H8034
"name"
N-ms | Suff
In the Bible, a name represents a person's identity, honor, and character, like God's name symbolizing His power and authority. It appears in Genesis and other books, often referring to God's name or a person's reputation. This concept is central to understanding biblical identity.
Definition: 1) name 1a) name 1b) reputation, fame, glory 1c) the Name (as designation of God) 1d) memorial, monument Aramaic equivalent: shum (שֻׁם "name" H8036)
Usage: Occurs in 771 OT verses. KJV: [phrase] base, (in-) fame(-ous), named(-d), renown, report. See also: Genesis 2:11; Exodus 3:15; Deuteronomy 16:6.
לְ֝/הוֹדִ֗יעַ
yâdaʻ
H3045
"to know"
Prep | V-Hiphil-Inf-a
The Hebrew word for to know means to ascertain by seeing, and is used in many senses, including to learn, perceive, and recognize, as seen in various KJV translations.
Definition: 1) to know 1a) (Qal) 1a1) to know 1a1a) to know, learn to know 1a1b) to perceive 1a1c) to perceive and see, find out and discern 1a1d) to discriminate, distinguish 1a1e) to know by experience 1a1f) to recognise, admit, acknowledge, confess 1a1g) to consider 1a2) to know, be acquainted with 1a3) to know (a person carnally) 1a4) to know how, be skilful in 1a5) to have knowledge, be wise 1b) (Niphal) 1b1) to be made known, be or become known, be revealed 1b2) to make oneself known 1b3) to be perceived 1b4) to be instructed 1c) (Piel) to cause to know 1d) (Poal) to cause to know 1e) (Pual) 1e1) to be known 1e2) known, one known, acquaintance (participle) 1f) (Hiphil) to make known, declare 1g) (Hophal) to be made known 1h) (Hithpael) to make oneself known, reveal oneself Aramaic equivalent: ye.da (יְדַע "to know" H3046)
Usage: Occurs in 874 OT verses. KJV: acknowledge, acquaintance(-ted with), advise, answer, appoint, assuredly, be aware, (un-) awares, can(-not), certainly, comprehend, consider, [idiom] could they, cunning, declare, be diligent, (can, cause to) discern, discover, endued with, familiar friend, famous, feel, can have, be (ig-) norant, instruct, kinsfolk, kinsman, (cause to let, make) know, (come to give, have, take) knowledge, have (knowledge), (be, make, make to be, make self) known, [phrase] be learned, [phrase] lie by man, mark, perceive, privy to, [idiom] prognosticator, regard, have respect, skilful, shew, can (man of) skill, be sure, of a surety, teach, (can) tell, understand, have (understanding), [idiom] will be, wist, wit, wot. See also: Genesis 3:5; Leviticus 5:4; Judges 21:12.
אֶת
ʼêth
H853
"Obj."
DirObjM
In the original Hebrew, this word points out the object of a verb or preposition, like 'namely' or 'even'. It appears in many books, including Genesis and Exodus. It's not directly translated in English, but helps clarify the meaning of sentences.
Definition: sign of the definite direct object, not translated in English but generally preceding and indicating the accusative Aramaic equivalent: yat (יָת "whom" H3487)
Usage: Occurs in 6782 OT verses. KJV: (as such unrepresented in English). See also: Genesis 1:1; Genesis 10:8; Genesis 19:21.
גְּבוּרָתֽ/וֹ
gᵉbûwrâh
H1369
"might"
N-fs | Suff
This word means strength, might, or power, like God's mighty power in Psalm 111:6. It can describe a person's bravery or the strength of an action, as in the mighty deeds of God in Psalm 145:11.
Definition: 1) strength, might 1a) strength 1b) might, valour, bravery 1c) might, mighty deeds (of God) Aramaic equivalent: ge.vu.rah (גְּבוּרָה "might" H1370)
Usage: Occurs in 61 OT verses. KJV: force, mastery, might, mighty (act, power), power, strength. See also: Exodus 32:18; Psalms 71:18; Psalms 20:7.
Study Notes — Psalms 106:8
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- Context
- Cross References
- Psalms 106:8 Summary
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Reflection Questions
- Gill's Exposition on Psalms 106:8
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Psalms 106:8
- Matthew Poole's Commentary on Psalms 106:8
- Trapp's Commentary on Psalms 106:8
- Adam Clarke's Commentary on Psalms 106:8
- Cambridge Bible on Psalms 106:8
- Barnes' Notes on Psalms 106:8
- Whedon's Commentary on Psalms 106:8
- Sermons on Psalms 106:8
Context — Give Thanks to the LORD, for He Is Good
6We have sinned like our fathers; we have done wrong and acted wickedly.
7Our fathers in Egypt did not grasp Your wonders or remember Your abundant kindness; but they rebelled by the sea, there at the Red Sea.
8Yet He saved them for the sake of His name, to make His power known.
9He rebuked the Red Sea, and it dried up; He led them through the depths as through a desert. 10He saved them from the hand that hated them; He redeemed them from the hand of the enemy.Cross References
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| 1 | Exodus 9:16 | But I have raised you up for this very purpose, that I might display My power to you, and that My name might be proclaimed in all the earth. |
| 2 | Ezekiel 20:9 | But I acted for the sake of My name, that it should not be profaned in the eyes of the nations among whom they were living, in whose sight I had revealed Myself to Israel by bringing them out of the land of Egypt. |
| 3 | Ezekiel 20:14 | But I acted for the sake of My name, so that it would not be profaned in the eyes of the nations in whose sight I had brought them out. |
| 4 | Romans 9:17 | For the Scripture says to Pharaoh: “I raised you up for this very purpose, that I might display My power in you, and that My name might be proclaimed in all the earth.” |
| 5 | Jeremiah 14:21 | For the sake of Your name do not despise us; do not disgrace Your glorious throne. Remember Your covenant with us; do not break it. |
| 6 | Ezekiel 20:44 | Then you will know, O house of Israel, that I am the LORD, when I have dealt with you for the sake of My name and not according to your wicked ways and corrupt acts, declares the Lord GOD.” |
| 7 | Ezekiel 20:22 | But I withheld My hand and acted for the sake of My name, so that it would not be profaned in the eyes of the nations in whose sight I had brought them out. |
| 8 | Deuteronomy 32:26–27 | I would have said that I would cut them to pieces and blot out their memory from mankind, if I had not dreaded the taunt of the enemy, lest their adversaries misunderstand and say: ‘Our own hand has prevailed; it was not the LORD who did all this.’” |
| 9 | Exodus 15:6 | Your right hand, O LORD, is majestic in power; Your right hand, O LORD, has shattered the enemy. |
| 10 | Numbers 14:13–16 | But Moses said to the LORD, “The Egyptians will hear of it, for by Your strength You brought this people from among them. And they will tell it to the inhabitants of this land. They have already heard that You, O LORD, are in the midst of this people, that You, O LORD, have been seen face to face, that Your cloud stands over them, and that You go before them in a pillar of cloud by day and a pillar of fire by night. If You kill this people as one man, the nations who have heard of Your fame will say, ‘Because the LORD was unable to bring this people into the land He swore to give them, He has slaughtered them in the wilderness.’ |
Psalms 106:8 Summary
This verse tells us that even though the Israelites disobeyed God, He still saved them because of who He is and to show His great power. It's like when a parent still loves and takes care of their child even when they make mistakes, because that's what parents do. God saved the Israelites to make it clear that He is a powerful and loving God, as we also see in Exodus 14:31 and Psalms 107:1. This reminds us that God's love and salvation are not based on what we do, but on who He is and His desire to show us His love and care.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why did God save the Israelites despite their rebellion?
God saved them for the sake of His name, to make His power known, demonstrating His faithfulness and mercy, as seen in Psalms 106:8 and Exodus 14:31
What does it mean that God saved them 'for the sake of His name'?
This phrase means that God acted to preserve His own reputation and honor, as He is a God who keeps His promises, just as He said in Ezekiel 36:22 and Isaiah 48:9
How does this verse relate to God's character?
This verse showcases God's patient and loving nature, willing to save and redeem His people despite their sin, as also seen in Romans 5:8 and Psalms 103:8
What can we learn from God's decision to save the Israelites?
We can learn that God's salvation is not based on our worthiness, but on His own character and desire to demonstrate His power and love, as expressed in Ephesians 2:4-5 and Titus 3:5
Reflection Questions
- How have you experienced God's salvation and redemption in your own life, and how has it impacted your understanding of His character?
- In what ways can you apply the principle of God acting 'for the sake of His name' to your own life and relationships?
- How does this verse encourage you to trust in God's faithfulness and mercy, even in difficult circumstances?
- What are some ways you can reflect God's patient and loving nature to those around you, as seen in this verse?
Gill's Exposition on Psalms 106:8
Nevertheless, he saved them for his name's sake,.... Not for any worth or worthiness in them; not for their righteousness sake, for they were a rebellious and disobedient people; but for his name's
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Psalms 106:8
Nevertheless he saved them for his name's sake, that he might make his mighty power to be known.
Matthew Poole's Commentary on Psalms 106:8
For his name’ s sake; that he might glorify his name, and vindicate it from the blasphemous reproaches which the Egyptians and others would have cast upon it, if they had been destroyed. This argument was urged by Moses, , &c.
Trapp's Commentary on Psalms 106:8
Psalms 106:8 Nevertheless he saved them for his name’ s sake, that he might make his mighty power to be known. Ver. 8. Nevertheless he saved them for his name’ s sake] Here he comes, in with a Non-obstante. So Isaiah 57:17. Now, if God will save for his name’ s sake, what people is there whom he may not save? That he might make his miqhly power to be known] The Lord hath other things to look unto than presently to punish his people when they most deserve it.
Adam Clarke's Commentary on Psalms 106:8
Verse 8. He saved them for his name's sake] למען שמו lemaan shemo, "on account of his name;" to manifest his own power, goodness, and perfections. There was nothing which he could draw from them as a reason why he should save them; therefore he drew the reason from himself. There is a singular gloss in the old Psalter on this verse: "Whan thai cam oute of Egypt to the rede Se, whare thai were closed on a syde with a hylle that na man mygt passe: on another side was the rede See: behynde tham was men of Egypt foluand; and for this thai began to gruch, forgetand Gods mygt: bot than he safed tham, depertand the Se in twelfe, to ilk kynde of Isrel a passage." It seems as if this author thought there were twelve passages made through the Red Sea, that each tribe should have a passage to itself.
Cambridge Bible on Psalms 106:8
8. Their conduct would have justified Jehovah in taking them at their word, and leaving them to return to Egypt, but for His name’s sake, in order to uphold His character as a God of mercy, and to make known His might to the nations of the earth (Psalms 77:14), He delivered them. Cp. Ezekiel 20:9; Ezekiel 20:14, a chapter evidently in the Psalmist’s mind: see Psalms 106:26-27.
Barnes' Notes on Psalms 106:8
Nevertheless, he saved them for his name’s sake - For the promotion of his own honor and glory; that it might be seen that he is powerful and merciful.
Whedon's Commentary on Psalms 106:8
8. For his name’s sake—This explains God’s apparent partiality of kindness toward the Hebrew nation.
Sermons on Psalms 106:8
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God's Great Name, the Ground and Reason of Saving Great Sinners by Ralph Erskine | Ralph Erskine emphasizes that God's salvation of sinners is fundamentally for His own name's sake, rather than for any merit on the part of the sinners themselves. He explains that |
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Improve God's Name by Ralph Erskine | Ralph Erskine preaches on the significance of God's name in salvation, emphasizing how God's mercy and goodness are displayed for the sake of His name. Believers are encouraged to |
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Nevertheless! by James Smith | James Smith preaches on the profound impact of the word 'NEVERTHELESS' in conveying comfort, encouragement, and strength from God's Word. Through various passages, he highlights ho |
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The Shining Testimony by Raymond Golsworthy | Raymond Golsworthy preaches on Isaiah 60, where God calls His people to 'Arise and shine' as His light and glory rise upon them. The chapter reveals God's plans for the resurrectio |
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Npg Radio 1980 #7 - Radio Interview by Norman Grubb | In this sermon, Norman Grubb discusses the concept of faith and how it operates in our daily lives. He explains that faith is the inner understanding and relationship we have with |
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The Third Pennsylvania Sermon by Count Zinzendorf | Count Zinzendorf preaches about the importance of being clothed in the righteousness of Jesus Christ to avoid the judgment of rejection. He emphasizes the danger of spiritual arrog |
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Exodus for All the Earth by John Piper | John Piper preaches on God's purpose in creating humanity in His image, to reflect His glory and fill the earth with His praise. Despite the entrance of sin through Adam, God initi |