Psalms 107:8
Psalms 107:8 in Multiple Translations
Let them give thanks to the LORD for His loving devotion and His wonders to the sons of men.
Oh that men would praise the LORD for his goodness, and for his wonderful works to the children of men!
Oh that men would praise Jehovah for his lovingkindness, And for his wonderful works to the children of men!
Let men give praise to the Lord for his mercy, and for the wonders which he does for the children of men!
Let them praise the Lord for his trustworthy love, and for all the wonderful things he does for people.
Let them therefore confesse before ye Lord his louing kindnesse, and his wonderfull woorkes before the sonnes of men.
They confess to Jehovah His kindness, And His wonders to the sons of men.
Let them praise the LORD for his loving kindness, for his wonderful deeds to the children of men!
Oh that men would praise the LORD for his goodness, and for his wonderful works to the children of men!
God hath spoken in his holiness. I will rejoice, and I will divide Sichem and I will mete out the vale of tabernacles.
They should praise/thank Yahweh for loving them faithfully and for the wonderful things that he does for people.
Berean Amplified Bible — Psalms 107:8
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Psalms 107:8 Interlinear (Deep Study)
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יוֹד֣וּ
לַ/יהוָ֣ה
חַסְדּ֑/וֹ
וְ֝/נִפְלְאוֹתָ֗י/ו
לִ/בְנֵ֥י
אָדָֽם
יוֹד֣וּ
yâdâh
H3034
to give thanks
V-Hiphil-Juss-3mp
לַ/יהוָ֣ה
Yᵉhôvâh
H3068
The Lord
Prep | N-proper
חַסְדּ֑/וֹ
chêçêd
H2617
kindness
N-ms | Suff
וְ֝/נִפְלְאוֹתָ֗י/ו
pâlâʼ
H6381
to wonder
Conj | V-Niphal | Suff
לִ/בְנֵ֥י
bên
H1121
son
Prep | N-mp
אָדָֽם
ʼâdâm
H120
the man (Adam)
N-ms
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Hebrew Word Reference — Psalms 107:8
יוֹד֣וּ
yâdâh
H3034
"to give thanks"
V-Hiphil-Juss-3mp
To give thanks or praise, originally meaning to throw or cast, like shooting an arrow. In the Bible, it's used to describe worship or confession with extended hands. It appears in Psalms and other books, like 1 Chronicles.
Definition: 1) to throw, shoot, cast 1a) (Qal) to shoot (arrows) 1b) (Piel) to cast, cast down, throw down 1c) (Hiphil) 1c1) to give thanks, laud, praise 1c2) to confess, confess (the name of God) 1d) (Hithpael) 1d1) to confess (sin) 1d2) to give thanks Aramaic equivalent: ye.da (יְדָא "to praise" H3029)
Usage: Occurs in 111 OT verses. KJV: cast (out), (make) confess(-ion), praise, shoot, (give) thank(-ful, -s, -sgiving). See also: Genesis 29:35; Psalms 57:10; Psalms 6:6.
לַ/יהוָ֣ה
Yᵉhôvâh
H3068
"The Lord"
Prep | N-proper
Yehovah is another name for God, often translated as 'the Lord'. It is a national name for God in the Jewish faith. This name is used throughout the Old Testament.
Definition: Another name of ye.ru.sha.laim (יְרוּשָׁלִַ֫ם, יְרוּשְׁלֵם "Jerusalem" H3389)
Usage: Occurs in 5522 OT verses. KJV: Jehovah, the Lord. Compare H3050 (יָהּ), H3069 (יְהֹוִה). See also: Genesis 2:4; Genesis 24:42; Exodus 8:8.
חַסְדּ֑/וֹ
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.
וְ֝/נִפְלְאוֹתָ֗י/ו
pâlâʼ
H6381
"to wonder"
Conj | V-Niphal | Suff
This Hebrew word means to wonder or be amazed, often at something great or difficult. It describes God's power and miracles in the Bible, like in the book of Psalms. The KJV translates it as 'marvelous' or 'wonderful'.
Definition: 1) to be marvellous, be wonderful, be surpassing, be extraordinary, separate by distinguishing action 1a) (Niphal) 1a1) to be beyond one's power, be difficult to do 1a2) to be difficult to understand 1a3) to be wonderful, be extraordinary 1a3a) marvellous (participle) 1b) (Piel) to separate (an offering) 1c) (Hiphil) 1c1) to do extraordinary or hard or difficult thing 1c2) to make wonderful, do wondrously 1d) (Hithpael) to show oneself wonderful or marvellous
Usage: Occurs in 69 OT verses. KJV: accomplish, (arise...too, be too) hard, hidden, things too high, (be, do, do a, shew) marvelous(-ly, -els, things, work), miracles, perform, separate, make singular, (be, great, make) wonderful(-ers, -ly, things, works), wondrous (things, works, -ly). See also: Genesis 18:14; Psalms 75:2; Psalms 9:2.
לִ/בְנֵ֥י
bên
H1121
"son"
Prep | N-mp
In the Bible, this word means a son or descendant, and can also refer to a grandson, nation, or quality. It appears in 1 Chronicles 24, describing a Levite named Beno. The word is used to show family relationships and inheritance.
Definition: : child/son
Usage: Occurs in 3653 OT verses. KJV: [phrase] afflicted, age, (Ahoh-) (Ammon-) (Hachmon-) (Lev-) ite, (anoint-) ed one, appointed to, ([phrase]) arrow, (Assyr-) (Babylon-) (Egypt-) (Grec-) ian, one born, bough, branch, breed, [phrase] (young) bullock, [phrase] (young) calf, [idiom] came up in, child, colt, [idiom] common, [idiom] corn, daughter, [idiom] of first, [phrase] firstborn, foal, [phrase] very fruitful, [phrase] postage, [idiom] in, [phrase] kid, [phrase] lamb, ([phrase]) man, meet, [phrase] mighty, [phrase] nephew, old, ([phrase]) people, [phrase] rebel, [phrase] robber, [idiom] servant born, [idiom] soldier, son, [phrase] spark, [phrase] steward, [phrase] stranger, [idiom] surely, them of, [phrase] tumultuous one, [phrase] valiant(-est), whelp, worthy, young (one), youth. See also: Genesis 3:16; Genesis 23:3; Genesis 34:18.
אָדָֽם
ʼâdâm
H120
"the man (Adam)"
N-ms
Adam was the first human, created by God and mentioned in Genesis 2:19, who married Eve and had sons including Cain, Abel, and Seth.
Definition: The first named man living at the time before the Flood, first mentioned at Gen.2.19; married to Eve (H2332); father of: Cain (H7014B), Abel (H1893) and Seth (H8352); also translated "man" at Gen.2.19,21,23; 3.8,9,20; 5.2; "mankind" at Deu.32.8; "others" at Job.31.33; Another spelling of a.dam (אָדָם "Adam" H0121) man, human being
Usage: Occurs in 526 OT verses. KJV: [idiom] another, [phrase] hypocrite, [phrase] common sort, [idiom] low, man (mean, of low degree), person. See also: Genesis 1:26; Judges 18:7; Psalms 8:5.
Study Notes — Psalms 107:8
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- Context
- Cross References
- Psalms 107:8 Summary
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Reflection Questions
- Gill's Exposition on Psalms 107:8
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Psalms 107:8
- Matthew Poole's Commentary on Psalms 107:8
- Trapp's Commentary on Psalms 107:8
- Ellicott's Commentary on Psalms 107:8
- Adam Clarke's Commentary on Psalms 107:8
- Cambridge Bible on Psalms 107:8
- Barnes' Notes on Psalms 107:8
- Whedon's Commentary on Psalms 107:8
- Sermons on Psalms 107:8
Context — Thanksgiving for Deliverance
6Then they cried out to the LORD in their trouble, and He delivered them from their distress.
7He led them on a straight path to reach a city where they could live.
8Let them give thanks to the LORD for His loving devotion and His wonders to the sons of men.
9For He satisfies the thirsty and fills the hungry with good things. 10Some sat in darkness and in the shadow of death, prisoners in affliction and chains,Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
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| 1 | Psalms 107:31 | Let them give thanks to the LORD for His loving devotion and His wonders to the sons of men. |
| 2 | Psalms 147:1 | Hallelujah! How good it is to sing praises to our God, how pleasant and lovely to praise Him! |
| 3 | Daniel 4:2–3 | I am pleased to declare the signs and wonders that the Most High God has performed for me. How great are His signs, how mighty His wonders! His kingdom is an eternal kingdom; His dominion endures from generation to generation. |
| 4 | Daniel 6:27 | He delivers and rescues; He performs signs and wonders in the heavens and on the earth, for He has rescued Daniel from the power of the lions.” |
| 5 | Psalms 78:4 | We will not hide them from their children, but will declare to the next generation the praises of the LORD and His might, and the wonders He has performed. |
| 6 | Psalms 107:15 | Let them give thanks to the LORD for His loving devotion and His wonders to the sons of men. |
| 7 | Psalms 107:21 | Let them give thanks to the LORD for His loving devotion and His wonders to the sons of men. |
| 8 | Deuteronomy 32:29 | If only they were wise, they would understand it; they would comprehend their fate. |
| 9 | Psalms 34:3 | Magnify the LORD with me; let us exalt His name together. |
| 10 | Psalms 92:1–2 | It is good to praise the LORD, and to sing praises to Your name, O Most High, to proclaim Your loving devotion in the morning and Your faithfulness at night |
Psalms 107:8 Summary
This verse is saying that we should thank God for His love and the amazing things He does for people. Giving thanks to God helps us remember how good He is and how much He cares for us, as seen in Psalms 107:8 and Jeremiah 31:3. We can give thanks to God by praying and singing to Him, and by telling others about the good things He has done for us, as in Psalms 100:4-5. By doing this, we can have a closer relationship with God and trust in Him more, as seen in 1 Thessalonians 5:18.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does it mean to give thanks to the LORD for His loving devotion?
Giving thanks to the LORD for His loving devotion means acknowledging and expressing gratitude for God's faithful love and kindness towards us, as seen in Psalms 107:8 and demonstrated in His care for us, as in Psalms 23:4
How do we know what wonders God has done for the sons of men?
We can see God's wonders in the world around us, in the creation, and in the lives of people, as described in Psalms 19:1 and Romans 1:20, and we can also read about them in the Bible, such as in the book of Acts
Why is it important to give thanks to the LORD?
Giving thanks to the LORD is important because it helps us to focus on God's goodness and faithfulness, and to trust in Him, as seen in Psalms 100:4-5 and 1 Thessalonians 5:18
How can we practically give thanks to the LORD for His loving devotion?
We can give thanks to the LORD by praying, singing, and sharing our testimonies with others, as seen in Psalms 9:1 and Hebrews 13:15
Reflection Questions
- What are some ways that God has shown His loving devotion to me in my life, and how can I give thanks to Him for those things?
- How does remembering God's wonders in my life help me to trust in Him during difficult times?
- What are some things that I can do to cultivate a heart of gratitude and thanksgiving towards God, as seen in Psalms 107:8?
- How can I share God's loving devotion and wonders with others, and what impact could that have on their lives?
Gill's Exposition on Psalms 107:8
O that men would praise the Lord for his goodness,.... For his providential goodness, in providing food and drink for them, when fainting; in directing them to their right way, when they had lost it;
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Psalms 107:8
Oh that men would praise the LORD for his goodness, and for his wonderful works to the children of men! Oh that (men) would praise the Lord (for) his goodness, and (for) his wonderful works to the children of men!
Matthew Poole's Commentary on Psalms 107:8
Oh that men would praise! Heb. Let them praise. Or, They shall praise, i.e. they are highly obliged to praise. To the children of men; not only to his peculiar people, but to all mankind, to whom he is very kind and bountiful.
Trapp's Commentary on Psalms 107:8
Psalms 107:8 Oh that [men] would praise the LORD [for] his goodness, and [for] his wonderful works to the children of men!Ver. 8. Oh that men would praise the Lord, &c.] Heb. that they would confess it to the Lord, both in secret and in society. This is all the rent that God requireth; he is content that we have the comfort of his blessings, so he may have the honour of them. This was all the fee Christ looked for for his cures, Go and tell what God hath done for thee. Words seem to be a poor and slight recompense; but Christ, saith Nazianzen, calleth himself the Word.
Ellicott's Commentary on Psalms 107:8
(8) Oh that men.—The subject is rather to be supplied from the preceding clauses, “let them praise,” &c. Some, however, render “they praise,” &c On the other hand, the insertion of “for” in each clause of the Authorised Version is correct (so LXX. and Vulg.).
Adam Clarke's Commentary on Psalms 107:8
Verse 8. O that men would praise the Lord] This is what is called the intercalary verse, or burden of each part of this responsive song: see the introduction. God should be praised because he is good. We naturally speak highly of those who are eminent. God is infinitely excellent, and should be celebrated for his perfections. But he does wonders for the children of men; and, therefore, men should praise the Lord. And he is the more to be praised, because these wonders, נפלאות niphlaoth, miracles of mercy and grace, are done for the undeserving. They are done לבני אדם libney Adam, for the children of Adam, the corrupt descendants of a rebel father.
Cambridge Bible on Psalms 107:8
8. Let them give thanks to Jehovah for his lovingkindness, And for his wonderful works to the sons of men. The A.V. obliterates the connexion of the refrain with the doxology of Psa 107:1, and gives it a wrong turn by generalising its exhortation (‘Oh that men would praise the Lord’). Here and again in Psalms 107:15; Psalms 107:21; Psalms 107:31, the subject of the verb is the men whose deliverance has just been described.
Barnes' Notes on Psalms 107:8
Oh that men would praise the Lord for his goodness - More literally, “Let such - or, let these - praise the Lord for his goodness,” the word “men” having been supplied by our translators.
Whedon's Commentary on Psalms 107:8
8. Oh that men would praise—Better, they shall praise; that is, those who have experienced such things shall “praise” the Lord; but such as have no experience of the great works of God will have no
Sermons on Psalms 107:8
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Garments of Praise - Ben Crandall by From the Pulpit & Classic Sermons | In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the importance of praising God and laying aside the spirit of heaviness. He quotes various verses from the book of Psalms that call for prais |
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Cultivating an Attitude of Gratitude by Peter Hammond | Peter Hammond preaches on the importance of being joyful, prayerful, and thankful, as exemplified by individuals like Nicolae Moldoveanu, Fanny Crosby, Helen Keller, and persecuted |
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The Mercy of God by Carter Conlon | In this sermon, the speaker focuses on Psalm 107 and emphasizes the enduring mercy of God. He highlights how God's mercy is shown to those who are hungry, thirsty, homeless, and lo |
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Year-End Praise by Jim Cymbala | In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the importance of praising God and not being negative or complaining. He shares three reasons why praising God is beneficial. Firstly, praisi |
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Praise Him by Jim Cymbala | In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the importance of praising and worshiping God. He warns those who serve in the ministry to not become mechanical or regimented in their worsh |
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The Fear of God (04) Fruits of the Fear of God 2 by Don Courville | In this sermon, the speaker begins by sharing a story about seeing a large jackrabbit in the Sahara Desert. He then transitions to discussing the importance of walking in the fear |
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Praise Him Always by Jim Cymbala | In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the importance of praising and worshiping God. He warns those who serve in the ministry to not become mechanical or regimented in their worsh |