Psalms 136:18

“And slew famous kings: for his mercy endureth for ever:”

"And slew famous kings: for his mercy endureth for ever:" - Psalms 136:18
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What does Psalms 136:18 mean?

Psalms 136:18 in the King James Version reads, "And slew famous kings: for his mercy endureth for ever." This psalm is a hymn of thanksgiving for God's enduring mercy, and this particular verse highlights God's power and authority over earthly rulers. The context of this verse…

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The Eternal Mercy of God: A Reflection on Psalm 136:18

Psalm 136 is a beautiful tapestry of praise, woven together by the repeated refrain, "for his mercy endureth for ever." In verse 18, we encounter a particularly striking declaration: "And slew famous kings: for his mercy endureth for ever." At first glance, this line may seem…

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A Prayer of Gratitude for God's Enduring Mercy

Heavenly Father, In this sacred moment, we come before You with hearts filled with gratitude, reflecting on Your wondrous works throughout history. As we meditate on the truths revealed in Psalm 136:18, "And slew famous kings: for his mercy endureth for ever," we are reminded of…

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Psalms 136:18 - "And slew famous kings: for his mercy endureth for ever:"
Psalms 136:17 - "To him which smote great 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:"
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 136:9 - "The moon and stars to rule by night: for his mercy endureth for ever."
Psalms 136:7 - "To him that made great lights: 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 136:23 - "Who remembered us in our low estate: for his mercy endureth for ever:"
Psalms 136:24 - "And hath redeemed us from our enemies: for his mercy endureth for ever."
Psalms 136:22 - "Even an heritage unto Israel his servant: for his mercy endureth for ever."
Psalms 136:11 - "And brought out Israel from among them: for his mercy endureth for ever:"
Psalms 136:2 - "O give thanks unto the God of gods: for his mercy endureth for ever."