Psalms 136:24
Psalms 136:24 in Multiple Translations
and freed us from our enemies. His loving devotion endures forever.
And hath redeemed us from our enemies: for his mercy endureth for ever.
And hath delivered us from our adversaries; For his lovingkindness endureth for ever:
And has taken us out of the hands of our haters: for his mercy is unchanging for ever.
He rescued us from our enemies. For his trustworthy love lasts forever.
And hath rescued vs from our oppressours: for his mercie endureth for euer:
And He delivereth us from our adversaries, For to the age [is] His kindness.
and has delivered us from our adversaries, for his loving kindness endures forever;
And hath redeemed us from our enemies: for his mercy endureth for ever.
He rescued us from our enemies; his faithful love for us endures forever.
Berean Amplified Bible — Psalms 136:24
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Psalms 136:24 Interlinear (Deep Study)
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וַ/יִּפְרְקֵ֥/נוּ
מִ/צָּרֵ֑י/נוּ
כִּ֖י
לְ/עוֹלָ֣ם
חַסְדּֽ/וֹ
וַ/יִּפְרְקֵ֥/נוּ
pâraq
H6561
to tear
Conj | V-Qal-ConsecImperf-3ms | Suff
מִ/צָּרֵ֑י/נוּ
tsar
H6862
narrow
Prep | N-mp | Suff
כִּ֖י
kîy
H3588
for
Conj
לְ/עוֹלָ֣ם
ʻôwlâm
H5769
forever
Prep | N-ms
חַסְדּֽ/וֹ
chêçêd
H2617
kindness
N-ms | Suff
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Hebrew Word Reference — Psalms 136:24
וַ/יִּפְרְקֵ֥/נוּ
pâraq
H6561
"to tear"
Conj | V-Qal-ConsecImperf-3ms | Suff
To tear means to break off or crunch something, and can also mean to deliver or rescue. It can be used to describe tearing apart or away, or breaking something into pieces. This verb has various forms, including to snatch or redeem.
Definition: 1) to tear apart or away, tear off, break away 1a) (Qal) to tear away, snatch, rescue 1b) (Piel) to tear off 1c) (Hithpael) to tear off from oneself, be broken off, be broken in pieces Aramaic equivalent: pe.raq (פְּרַק "to break" H6562)
Usage: Occurs in 10 OT verses. KJV: break (off), deliver, redeem, rend (in pieces), tear in pieces. See also: Genesis 27:40; Psalms 7:3; Psalms 136:24.
מִ/צָּרֵ֑י/נוּ
tsar
H6862
"narrow"
Prep | N-mp | Suff
This word means hard or narrow, often referring to trouble or a tight spot, like an adversary or affliction. It can also mean a small stone or pebble, such as flint, and is used in various biblical contexts to describe challenges.
Definition: narrow, tight
Usage: Occurs in 107 OT verses. KJV: adversary, afflicted(-tion), anguish, close, distress, enemy, flint, foe, narrow, small, sorrow, strait, tribulation, trouble. See also: Genesis 14:20; Psalms 89:24; Psalms 3:2.
כִּ֖י
kîy
H3588
"for"
Conj
A conjunction used to show cause or connection, as in Genesis 2:23 where Adam says the woman is bone of his bone because she was taken out of him. It is often translated as 'for', 'because', or 'since'.
Definition: 1) that, for, because, when, as though, as, because that, but, then, certainly, except, surely, since 1a) that 1a1) yea, indeed 1b) when (of time) 1b1) when, if, though (with a concessive force) 1c) because, since (causal connection) 1d) but (after negative) 1e) that if, for if, indeed if, for though, but if 1f) but rather, but 1g) except that 1h) only, nevertheless 1i) surely 1j) that is 1k) but if 1l) for though 1m) forasmuch as, for therefore
Usage: Occurs in 3910 OT verses. KJV: and, + (forasmuch, inasmuch, where-) as, assured(-ly), + but, certainly, doubtless, + else, even, + except, for, how, (because, in, so, than) that, + nevertheless, now, rightly, seeing, since, surely, then, therefore, + (al-) though, + till, truly, + until, when, whether, while, whom, yea, yet. See also: Genesis 1:4; Genesis 26:16; Genesis 42:15.
לְ/עוֹלָ֣ם
ʻôwlâm
H5769
"forever"
Prep | N-ms
This word means forever or always, describing something that lasts an eternity. It is used in the Bible to describe God's eternal nature and his lasting promises.
Definition: : old/ancient 1) long duration, antiquity, futurity, for ever, ever, everlasting, evermore, perpetual, old, ancient, world 1a) ancient time, long time (of past) 1b) (of future) 1b1) for ever, always 1b2) continuous existence, perpetual 1b3) everlasting, indefinite or unending future, eternity
Usage: Occurs in 413 OT verses. KJV: alway(-s), ancient (time), any more, continuance, eternal, (for, (n-)) ever(-lasting, -more, of old), lasting, long (time), (of) old (time), perpetual, at any time, (beginning of the) world ([phrase] without end). Compare H5331 (נֶצַח), H5703 (עַד). See also: Genesis 3:22; 1 Kings 8:13; Psalms 5:12.
חַסְדּֽ/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.
Study Notes — Psalms 136:24
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- Context
- Cross References
- Psalms 136:24 Summary
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Reflection Questions
- Gill's Exposition on Psalms 136:24
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Psalms 136:24
- Trapp's Commentary on Psalms 136:24
- Ellicott's Commentary on Psalms 136:24
- Cambridge Bible on Psalms 136:24
- Barnes' Notes on Psalms 136:24
- Sermons on Psalms 136:24
Context — His Loving Devotion Endures Forever
22a heritage to His servant Israel. His loving devotion endures forever.
23He remembered us in our low estate His loving devotion endures forever.
24and freed us from our enemies. His loving devotion endures forever.
25He gives food to every creature. His loving devotion endures forever. 26Give thanks to the God of heaven! His loving devotion endures forever.Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
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| 1 | Psalms 107:2 | Let the redeemed of the LORD say so, whom He has redeemed from the hand of the enemy |
| 2 | Exodus 15:13 | With loving devotion You will lead the people You have redeemed; with Your strength You will guide them to Your holy dwelling. |
| 3 | Isaiah 63:9 | In all their distress, He too was afflicted, and the Angel of His Presence saved them. In His love and compassion He redeemed them; He lifted them up and carried them all the days of old. |
| 4 | Luke 1:68–74 | “Blessed be the Lord, the God of Israel, because He has visited and redeemed His people. He has raised up a horn of salvation for us in the house of His servant David, as He spoke through His holy prophets, those of ages past, 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, the oath He swore to our father Abraham, to grant us deliverance from hostile hands, that we may serve Him without fear, |
| 5 | Titus 2:14 | He gave Himself for us to redeem us from all lawlessness and to purify for Himself a people for His own possession, zealous for good deeds. |
| 6 | Deuteronomy 15:15 | Remember that you were slaves in the land of Egypt, and the LORD your God redeemed you; that is why I am giving you this command today. |
| 7 | Proverbs 23:10–11 | Do not move an ancient boundary stone or encroach on the fields of the fatherless, for their Redeemer is strong; He will take up their case against you. |
Psalms 136:24 Summary
This verse reminds us that God is our rescuer and deliverer, freeing us from those who seek to harm us. He shows us His loving devotion by being with us and helping us, even when things seem impossible, as seen in Exodus 14:13-14. God's love is forever, and we can trust in His goodness and faithfulness, as stated in Psalms 100:5. By remembering God's loving devotion, we can give thanks and praise to Him, just like the Psalmist does in Psalms 136:26.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does it mean to be freed from our enemies?
Being freed from our enemies means that God delivers us from those who seek to harm us, whether physically, emotionally, or spiritually, as seen in Psalms 107:2 and Exodus 14:13-14.
How does God's loving devotion endure forever?
God's loving devotion endures forever because His love is eternal and unchanging, as stated in Jeremiah 31:3 and Psalms 100:5, and it is demonstrated through His constant care and provision for His people.
What is the significance of God remembering us in our low estate?
God remembering us in our low estate, as mentioned in Psalms 136:23, shows that He is a compassionate and merciful God who cares for us even in our darkest moments, as seen in Psalms 138:8 and Isaiah 49:15.
How can we give thanks to God for His loving devotion?
We can give thanks to God for His loving devotion by acknowledging His goodness and faithfulness in our lives, as encouraged in Psalms 136:26 and Psalms 100:4-5, and by sharing our gratitude with others, as seen in Psalms 96:3.
Reflection Questions
- What are some ways that God has freed you from your enemies, and how have you responded to His deliverance?
- How does the knowledge of God's eternal and unchanging love affect your daily life and decisions?
- In what ways can you demonstrate gratitude to God for His loving devotion, and how can you share this gratitude with others?
- What are some areas in your life where you need God to remember you in your low estate, and how can you trust in His compassion and mercy?
Gill's Exposition on Psalms 136:24
And hath redeemed us from our enemies,.... Temporal enemies, tyrants, and oppressors: and spiritual ones, sin, Satan, the world, the law, death, and hell; for his mercy [endureth] for ever; as is
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Psalms 136:24
And hath redeemed us from our enemies: for his mercy endureth for ever.
Trapp's Commentary on Psalms 136:24
Psalms 136:24 And hath redeemed us from our enemies: for his mercy [endureth] for ever.Ver. 24. And hath redeemed us] Or, broken us off, pulled us away, as by violence; for they would never else have loosed us. This is priori maior misericordia, a greater mercy than the former, saith Kimchi; to redeem is more than to preserve.
Ellicott's Commentary on Psalms 136:24
(24) Redeemed.—Better, as in original, snatched us from. (Comp. Psalms 7:2, used of a lion suddenly seizing his prey.)
Cambridge Bible on Psalms 136:24
24. And hath redeemed &c.] R.V. and hath delivered us from our adversaries.
Barnes' Notes on Psalms 136:24
And hath redeemed us from our enemies - Has rescued or delivered us from all our foes; has given to us freedom and peace.
Sermons on Psalms 136:24
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A Balm in Gilead—caring One for Another by Emanuel Esh | The sermon transcript discusses the power of God in delivering people from darkness and distress. It emphasizes the importance of praising the Lord for His goodness and wonderful w |
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Forsake Natural Understanding and Follow God’s Way by Hans R. Waldvogel | In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the importance of persistent prayer and not giving up. He shares a story of a woman who had a transformative experience with God during an a |
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Desert Survival Series Pt 31- Moses the Servant of God by Don Courville | In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the importance of living a life that reflects our love for God. He acknowledges that people often forget the specific details of sermons, bu |
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The Cross at the Center - Part 4 by Derek Prince | This sermon by Derek Prince Ministries emphasizes the significance of the cross as the doorway to God's secret wisdom and the ultimate demonstration of God's love and our value. It |
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On Eagles' Wings Pt 16 by Don Courville | In this sermon, the speaker, a field representative and crusade coordinator, encourages listeners to take the time to share Christ with others, especially during the Christmas seas |
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Thankful People in a Reprobate Day by Rolfe Barnard | In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes that the current generation is in a state of reprobation because they are not seeking after the Lord. He highlights the importance of people |
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Matthew 28:16 by Robert F. Adcock | In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the power of the gospel and how it can transform lives. He uses the analogy of a hunter who knows the power of his weapon and has trophies to |