Psalms 146:6
Psalms 146:6 in Multiple Translations
the Maker of heaven and earth, the sea, and everything in them. He remains faithful forever.
Which made heaven, and earth, the sea, and all that therein is: which keepeth truth for ever:
Who made heaven and earth, The sea, and all that in them is; Who keepeth truth for ever;
Who made heaven and earth, the sea, and all things in them; who keeps faith for ever:
the one who made heaven and earth, and the sea along with everything it contains. He is trustworthy forever.
Which made heauen and earth, the sea, and all that therein is: which keepeth his fidelitie for euer:
Making the heavens and earth, The sea and all that [is] in them, Who is keeping truth to the age,
who made heaven and earth, the sea, and all that is in them; who keeps truth forever;
Who made heaven, and earth, the sea, and all that is in them: who keepeth truth for ever:
The Lord lifteth up the meek, and bringeth the wicked down even to the ground.
He is the one who created heaven and the earth and the oceans and all the creatures that are in them. He always does what he has promised to do.
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Psalms 146:6 Interlinear (Deep Study)
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עֹשֶׂ֤ה
שָׁ֘מַ֤יִם
וָ/אָ֗רֶץ
אֶת
הַ/יָּ֥ם
וְ/אֶת
כָּל
אֲשֶׁר
בָּ֑/ם
הַ/שֹּׁמֵ֖ר
אֱמֶ֣ת
לְ/עוֹלָֽם
עֹשֶׂ֤ה
ʻâsâh
H6213
to make
V-Qal
שָׁ֘מַ֤יִם
shâmayim
H8064
heaven
N-mp
וָ/אָ֗רֶץ
ʼerets
H776
land
Conj | N-cs
אֶת
ʼêth
H853
Obj.
DirObjM
הַ/יָּ֥ם
yâm
H3220
West
Art | N-ms
וְ/אֶת
ʼêth
H853
Obj.
Conj | DirObjM
כָּל
kôl
H3605
all
N-ms
אֲשֶׁר
ʼăsher
H834
which
Rel
בָּ֑/ם
Prep | Suff
הַ/שֹּׁמֵ֖ר
shâmar
H8104
to keep
Art | V-Qal
אֱמֶ֣ת
ʼemeth
H571
truth
N-fs
לְ/עוֹלָֽם
ʻôwlâm
H5769
forever
Prep | N-ms
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Hebrew Word Reference — Psalms 146:6
עֹשֶׂ֤ה
ʻâsâh
H6213
"to make"
V-Qal
This verb means to make or do something, and is used over 2,600 times in the Bible. It is first used in Genesis 1:7 to describe God's creation of the world and is also used in Exodus 31:5 to describe the work of skilled craftsmen.
Definition: : make(OBJECT) 1) to do, fashion, accomplish, make 1a) (Qal) 1a1) to do, work, make, produce 1a1a) to do 1a1b) to work 1a1c) to deal (with) 1a1d) to act, act with effect, effect 1a2) to make 1a2a) to make 1a2b) to produce 1a2c) to prepare 1a2d) to make (an offering) 1a2e) to attend to, put in order 1a2f) to observe, celebrate 1a2g) to acquire (property) 1a2h) to appoint, ordain, institute 1a2i) to bring about 1a2j) to use 1a2k) to spend, pass 1b) (Niphal) 1b1) to be done 1b2) to be made 1b3) to be produced 1b4) to be offered 1b5) to be observed 1b6) to be used 1c) (Pual) to be made
Usage: Occurs in 2286 OT verses. KJV: accomplish, advance, appoint, apt, be at, become, bear, bestow, bring forth, bruise, be busy, [idiom] certainly, have the charge of, commit, deal (with), deck, [phrase] displease, do, (ready) dress(-ed), (put in) execute(-ion), exercise, fashion, [phrase] feast, (fight-) ing man, [phrase] finish, fit, fly, follow, fulfill, furnish, gather, get, go about, govern, grant, great, [phrase] hinder, hold (a feast), [idiom] indeed, [phrase] be industrious, [phrase] journey, keep, labour, maintain, make, be meet, observe, be occupied, offer, [phrase] officer, pare, bring (come) to pass, perform, pracise, prepare, procure, provide, put, requite, [idiom] sacrifice, serve, set, shew, [idiom] sin, spend, [idiom] surely, take, [idiom] thoroughly, trim, [idiom] very, [phrase] vex, be (warr-) ior, work(-man), yield, use. See also: Genesis 1:7; Genesis 34:19; Exodus 18:24.
שָׁ֘מַ֤יִם
shâmayim
H8064
"heaven"
N-mp
The Hebrew word for heaven or sky, it refers to the visible universe and the abode of God. It is often used in the Bible to describe the dwelling place of celestial bodies.
Definition: 1) heaven, heavens, sky 1a) visible heavens, sky 1a1) as abode of the stars 1a2) as the visible universe, the sky, atmosphere, etc 1b) Heaven (as the abode of God) Aramaic equivalent: sha.ma.yin (שָׁמַ֫יִן "heaven" H8065)
Usage: Occurs in 395 OT verses. KJV: air, [idiom] astrologer, heaven(-s). See also: Genesis 1:1; 1 Samuel 2:10; Job 28:21.
וָ/אָ֗רֶץ
ʼerets
H776
"land"
Conj | N-cs
The land or earth refers to the soil or ground, and can also mean a country, territory, or region. In the Bible, it is used to describe the earth and its inhabitants, and is often translated as 'land' or 'country'.
Definition: : soil 1) land, earth 1a) earth 1a1) whole earth (as opposed to a part) 1a2) earth (as opposed to heaven) 1a3) earth (inhabitants) 1b) land 1b1) country, territory 1b2) district, region 1b3) tribal territory 1b4) piece of ground 1b5) land of Canaan, Israel 1b6) inhabitants of land 1b7) Sheol, land without return, (under) world 1b8) city (-state) 1c) ground, surface of the earth 1c1) ground 1c2) soil 1d) (in phrases) 1d1) people of the land 1d2) space or distance of country (in measurements of distance) 1d3) level or plain country 1d4) land of the living 1d5) end(s) of the earth 1e) (almost wholly late in usage) 1e1) lands, countries 1e1a) often in contrast to Canaan
Usage: Occurs in 2190 OT verses. KJV: [idiom] common, country, earth, field, ground, land, [idiom] natins, way, [phrase] wilderness, world. See also: Genesis 1:1; Genesis 18:18; Genesis 42:13.
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.
הַ/יָּ֥ם
yâm
H3220
"West"
Art | N-ms
Refers to a large body of water like the Mediterranean Sea or a sea in general, sometimes specifically the west or seaward direction.
Definition: This name means sea, seaward, westward Another name of eph.ron (עֶפְרוֹן "(Mount )Ephron" H6085H)
Usage: Occurs in 339 OT verses. KJV: sea ([idiom] -faring man, (-shore)), south, west (-ern, side, -ward). See also: Genesis 1:10; Joshua 17:10; Psalms 8:9.
וְ/אֶת
ʼêth
H853
"Obj."
Conj | 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.
כָּל
kôl
H3605
"all"
N-ms
The Hebrew word for 'all' or 'everything' is used throughout the Bible, like in Genesis 1:31, where God sees all He has made as very good. It encompasses the entirety of something, whether people, things, or situations.
Definition: 1) all, the whole 1a) all, the whole of 1b) any, each, every, anything 1c) totality, everything Aramaic equivalent: kol (כֹּל "all" H3606)
Usage: Occurs in 4242 OT verses. KJV: (in) all (manner, (ye)), altogether, any (manner), enough, every (one, place, thing), howsoever, as many as, (no-) thing, ought, whatsoever, (the) whole, whoso(-ever). See also: Genesis 1:21; Genesis 17:10; Genesis 41:40.
אֲשֶׁר
ʼăsher
H834
"which"
Rel
This Hebrew word is a conjunction that connects ideas and events in the Bible, like in the book of Genesis, where it's used to describe the relationship between God and His creation.
Definition: A: 1) (relative part.) 1a) which, who 1b) that which 2) (conj) 2a) that (in obj clause) 2b) when 2c) since 2d) as 2e) conditional if B: Beth+ 1) in (that) which 2) (adv) 2a) where 3) (conj) 3a) in that, inasmuch as 3b) on account of C: Mem+ 1) from (or than) that which 2) from (the place) where 3) from (the fact) that, since D: Kaph+ 1) (conj.), according as, as, when 1a) according to that which, according as, as 1b) with a causal force: in so far as, since 1c) with a temporal force: when
Usage: Occurs in 4440 OT verses. KJV: [idiom] after, [idiom] alike, as (soon as), because, [idiom] every, for, [phrase] forasmuch, [phrase] from whence, [phrase] how(-soever), [idiom] if, (so) that ((thing) which, wherein), [idiom] though, [phrase] until, [phrase] whatsoever, when, where ([phrase] -as, -in, -of, -on, -soever, -with), which, whilst, [phrase] whither(-soever), who(-m, -soever, -se). As it is indeclinable, it is often accompanied by the personal pronoun expletively, used to show the connection. See also: Genesis 1:7; Genesis 20:9; Genesis 31:16.
בָּ֑/ם
""
Prep | Suff
הַ/שֹּׁמֵ֖ר
shâmar
H8104
"to keep"
Art | V-Qal
To keep or obey means to protect, attend to, or guard something, like keeping a promise or watching over someone, as seen in the commands to observe the Sabbath.
Definition: : obey/observe 1) to keep, guard, observe, give heed 1a) (Qal) 1a1) to keep, have charge of 1a2) to keep, guard, keep watch and ward, protect, save life 1a2a) watch, watchman (participle) 1a3) to watch for, wait for 1a4) to watch, observe 1a5) to keep, retain, treasure up (in memory) 1a6) to keep (within bounds), restrain 1a7) to observe, celebrate, keep (sabbath or covenant or commands), perform (vow) 1a8) to keep, preserve, protect 1a9) to keep, reserve 1b) (Niphal) 1b1) to be on one's guard, take heed, take care, beware 1b2) to keep oneself, refrain, abstain 1b3) to be kept, be guarded 1c) (Piel) to keep, pay heed 1d) (Hithpael) to keep oneself from
Usage: Occurs in 440 OT verses. KJV: beward, be circumspect, take heed (to self), keep(-er, self), mark, look narrowly, observe, preserve, regard, reserve, save (self), sure, (that lay) wait (for), watch(-man). See also: Genesis 2:15; Deuteronomy 11:1; 1 Kings 14:8.
אֱמֶ֣ת
ʼemeth
H571
"truth"
N-fs
This Hebrew word means truth, faithfulness, or stability, and is often used to describe God's character and promises. In Psalm 100:5, it says God's truth endures forever, and in Proverbs 12:17, it emphasizes the importance of truthful speech.
Definition: : faithful 1) firmness, faithfulness, truth 1a) sureness, reliability 1b) stability, continuance 1c) faithfulness, reliableness 1d) truth 1d1) as spoken 1d2) of testimony and judgment 1d3) of divine instruction 1d4) truth as a body of ethical or religious knowledge 1d5) true doctrine adv 2) in truth, truly
Usage: Occurs in 125 OT verses. KJV: assured(-ly), establishment, faithful, right, sure, true (-ly, -th), verity. See also: Genesis 24:27; Psalms 111:7; Psalms 15:2.
לְ/עוֹלָֽם
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.
Study Notes — Psalms 146:6
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- Psalms 146:6 Summary
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Reflection Questions
- Gill's Exposition on Psalms 146:6
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Psalms 146:6
- Matthew Poole's Commentary on Psalms 146:6
- Trapp's Commentary on Psalms 146:6
- Ellicott's Commentary on Psalms 146:6
- Cambridge Bible on Psalms 146:6
- Barnes' Notes on Psalms 146:6
- Sermons on Psalms 146:6
Context — Praise the LORD, O My Soul
4When his spirit departs, he returns to the ground; on that very day his plans perish.
5Blessed is he whose help is the God of Jacob, whose hope is in the LORD his God,
6the Maker of heaven and earth, the sea, and everything in them. He remains faithful forever.
7He executes justice for the oppressed and gives food to the hungry. The LORD sets the prisoners free, 8the LORD opens the eyes of the blind, the LORD lifts those who are weighed down, the LORD loves the righteous.Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
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| 1 | Exodus 20:11 | For in six days the LORD made the heavens and the earth and the sea and all that is in them, but on the seventh day He rested. Therefore the LORD blessed the Sabbath day and set it apart as holy. |
| 2 | Revelation 14:7 | And he said in a loud voice, “Fear God and give Him glory, because the hour of His judgment has come. Worship the One who made the heavens and the earth and the sea and the springs of waters.” |
| 3 | Psalms 136:5–6 | By His insight He made the heavens. His loving devotion endures forever. He spread out the earth upon the waters. His loving devotion endures forever. |
| 4 | Psalms 100:5 | For the LORD is good, and His loving devotion endures forever; His faithfulness continues to all generations. |
| 5 | Jeremiah 32:17 | “Oh, Lord GOD! You have made the heavens and the earth by Your great power and outstretched arm. Nothing is too difficult for You! |
| 6 | Genesis 1:1 | In the beginning God created the heavens and the earth. |
| 7 | Colossians 1:16 | For in Him all things were created, things in heaven and on earth, visible and invisible, whether thrones or dominions or rulers or authorities. All things were created through Him and for Him. |
| 8 | Psalms 89:2 | For I have said, “Loving devotion is built up forever; in the heavens You establish Your faithfulness.” |
| 9 | Proverbs 8:28–29 | when He established the clouds above, when the fountains of the deep gushed forth, when He set a boundary for the sea, so that the waters would not surpass His command, when He marked out the foundations of the earth. |
| 10 | Psalms 95:5 | The sea is His, for He made it, and His hands formed the dry land. |
Psalms 146:6 Summary
[This verse reminds us that God is the all-powerful Creator of the universe, and He is always faithful to us. He made everything, including the heaven and earth, the sea, and everything in them, as seen in Psalm 104:5. Because God is faithful, we can trust Him to always be with us and take care of us, just like it says in Deuteronomy 31:6 and Matthew 28:20. This gives us peace and comfort, knowing that God is always looking out for us.]
Frequently Asked Questions
What does it mean that God is the Maker of heaven and earth?
This phrase refers to God's role as the Creator of the universe, as seen in Genesis 1:1 and Psalm 104:5, emphasizing His power and authority over all things.
How does God's faithfulness relate to our lives?
God's faithfulness, as mentioned in this verse, means He is always reliable and true to His promises, as seen in Deuteronomy 7:9 and Hebrews 11:11, giving us confidence in His love and care for us.
What is the significance of God being faithful forever?
The fact that God remains faithful forever highlights His unchanging nature, as seen in Malachi 3:6 and James 1:17, providing a sense of stability and security for believers in an ever-changing world.
How can we trust in God's faithfulness in difficult times?
We can trust in God's faithfulness by remembering His past faithfulness, as seen in Psalm 107:1, and by trusting in His promises, such as those found in Romans 8:28 and Jeremiah 29:11, which assure us of His love and care for us.
Reflection Questions
- In what ways have I experienced God's faithfulness in my life, and how can I express gratitude for these experiences?
- How does the fact that God is the Maker of heaven and earth impact my understanding of His power and authority in my life?
- What are some areas in my life where I need to trust in God's faithfulness, and how can I practically apply this trust?
- In what ways can I reflect God's faithfulness to others, and how can I be a source of encouragement and hope for those around me?
Gill's Exposition on Psalms 146:6
Which made heaven and earth, the sea, and all that therein [is],.... This and the following verses are a description of that divine Person, even Christ, who is the help and hope of his people; and
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Psalms 146:6
Which made heaven, and earth, the sea, and all that therein is: which keepeth truth for ever: Which made heaven and earth, the sea, and all that therein is.
Matthew Poole's Commentary on Psalms 146:6
Both because he liveth for ever to fulfil his promises, and because he is eternally and unchangeably faithful.
Trapp's Commentary on Psalms 146:6
Psalms 146:6 Which made heaven, and earth, the sea, and all that therein [is]: which keepeth truth for ever:Ver. 6. Which made heaven, and earth, &c.] And, therefore, can help, doubtless. Which keepeth truth for ever] And, therefore, will; since he will not suffer his faithfulness to fail, nor alter the thing that is gone out of his mouth, Psalms 89:33-37 And this "for ever" is opposed to that mortality and mutability of earthly princes, Psalms 146:4.
Ellicott's Commentary on Psalms 146:6
(6) Truth.—Or, faithfulness. The connection of this feature of the Divine character with the creative act is worthy of notice. That act alone was for the universe a promise and pledge, just as the covenant was a peculiar promise to Israel. Tennyson has put the same thought into verse: “Thou madest man, he knows not why; He thinks he was not made to die; And Thou hast made him: Thou art just.”In Memoriam.
Cambridge Bible on Psalms 146:6
6. The omnipotence and faithfulness of Jehovah are contrasted with the frailty and transitoriness of man (Psalms 146:3-4). For similar references to the power of Jehovah manifested in creation as a ground for trusting Him see Psalms 121:2; Psalms 124:8; cp. Nehemiah 9:6; Acts 4:24. all that in them is] In heaven and earth and sea; all being wherever found. Cp. Exodus 20:11.
Barnes' Notes on Psalms 146:6
Which made heaven and earth ... - Who is the true God, the Creator of all things. Happy is he who can address the God who called all this wondrous universe into being, and who sustains all by his power, as his God.
Sermons on Psalms 146:6
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(Genesis) Genesis 1:3-5 by J. Vernon McGee | In this sermon, the speaker discusses the six days of renovation as described in the Bible. The first day focuses on the creation of light, with God speaking and light instantly ap |
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Young Earth -- It's Not the Issue by Ken Ham | In this sermon, the speaker discusses the importance of understanding biblical history and its impact on our worldview. He highlights key events such as the creation in six days, t |
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Praying in Jesus Name by Al Whittinghill | In this sermon, the speaker focuses on the last moments of Jesus with his disciples before his arrest. He highlights that Jesus gave seven crucial commands to his disciples, all of |
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(Revelation) Visions and Voices Part 1 by Willie Mullan | In this sermon, the preacher focuses on the first five verses of Revelation chapter 7. He mentions a previous chapter, chapter 7, which describes the four angels holding back the w |
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Church History - Session 9 (The Book of Revelation) by Edgar F. Parkyns | In this sermon, the speaker discusses the teachings of John Wesley and how they are not fully represented by the Methodists. However, there are still many who understand and follow |
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Call for the End Times! by Basilea Schlink | In this sermon, Basil E. Shlink emphasizes the importance of responding to God's call to give Him glory in our daily lives. He references Revelation 14:7, where a mighty angel proc |
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Give God the Glory! by Basilea Schlink | The sermon transcript emphasizes the importance of giving God the glory and making Him the Lord of our lives. It encourages believers to live according to God's commandments and st |