Psalms 136:17

“To him which smote great kings: for his mercy endureth for ever:”

"To him which smote great kings: for his mercy endureth for ever:" - Psalms 136:17
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What does Psalms 136:17 mean?

Psalms 136:17 (KJV) reads, "To him which smote great kings: for his mercy endureth for ever." This verse is part of a longer psalm that is often referred to as the "Great Hallel," which is a collection of psalms (Psalms 120-136) that were traditionally sung during the Passover…

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The Enduring Mercy of God Amidst Conquest

Psalm 136:17 states, "To him which smote great kings: for his mercy endureth for ever." This powerful verse encapsulates the dual themes of God’s sovereignty in history and His unfailing mercy. As we delve into its meaning, we will explore how God, in His might, has acted…

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A Prayer of Gratitude for God’s Unfailing Mercy

Heavenly Father, I come before You today with a heart full of gratitude, acknowledging Your majesty and the depths of Your mercy. Your Word reminds me in Psalms 136:17, "To him which smote great kings: for his mercy endureth for ever," and with this verse, I am reminded of Your…

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Psalms 136:17 - "To him which smote great kings: for his mercy endureth for ever:"
Psalms 136:18 - "And slew famous kings: for his mercy endureth for ever:"
Psalms 136:21 - "And gave their land for an heritage: for his mercy endureth for ever:"
Psalms 136:26 - "O give thanks unto the God of heaven: for his mercy endureth for ever."
"And Og the king of Bashan: for his mercy endureth for ever:" - Psalms 136:20
Psalms 136:19 - "Sihon king of the Amorites: for his mercy endureth for ever:"
Psalms 136:20 - "And Og the king of Bashan: for his mercy endureth for ever:"
Psalms 136:10 - "To him that smote Egypt in their firstborn: for his mercy endureth for ever:"
"And slew famous kings: for his mercy endureth for ever:" - Psalms 136:18
Psalms 136:12 - "With a strong hand, and with a stretched out arm: for his mercy endureth for ever."
Psalms 136:8 - "The sun to rule by day: for his mercy endureth for ever:"
Psalms 136:6 - "To him that stretched out the earth above the waters: for his mercy endureth for ever."
Psalms 119:136 - "Rivers of waters run down mine eyes, because they keep not thy law."
Psalms 136:4 - "To him who alone doeth great wonders: for his mercy endureth for ever."
Psalms 136:15 - "But overthrew Pharaoh and his host in the Red sea: for his mercy endureth for ever."
Psalms 136:7 - "To him that made great lights: for his mercy endureth for ever:"
Psalms 136:9 - "The moon and stars to rule by night: for his mercy endureth for ever."
Psalms 136:5 - "To him that by wisdom made the heavens: for his mercy endureth for ever."
Psalms 136:16 - "To him which led his people through the wilderness: for his mercy endureth for ever."
"O give thanks to the Lord of lords: for his mercy endureth for ever." - Psalms 136:3
"Even an heritage unto Israel his servant: for his mercy endureth for ever." - Psalms 136:22
Psalms 136:25 - "Who giveth food to all flesh: for his mercy endureth for ever."
Psalms 136:14 - "And made Israel to pass through the midst of it: for his mercy endureth for ever:"
Psalms 136:3 - "O give thanks to the Lord of lords: for his mercy endureth for ever."
Psalms 136:13 - "To him which divided the Red sea into parts: for his mercy endureth for ever:"
Psalms 136:24 - "And hath redeemed us from our enemies: for his mercy endureth for ever."
Psalms 136:23 - "Who remembered us in our low estate: for his mercy endureth for ever:"
Psalms 136:11 - "And brought out Israel from among them: for his mercy endureth for ever:"
Psalms 136:22 - "Even an heritage unto Israel his servant: for his mercy endureth for ever."