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Psalms117

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Call to Universal Praise

1
O praise the LORD, all ye nations: praise him, all ye people. ​
2
For his merciful kindness is great toward us: and the truth of the LORD endureth for ever. Praise ye the LORD. ​

Study Notes for Psalms 117

Verse 1

This psalm, the shortest chapter in the Bible, serves as a powerful doxology calling all humanity—'nations' and 'people'—to worship the LORD. The universal scope anticipates the inclusion of Gentiles into God's covenant plan, a theme later highlighted by the Apostle Paul (Romans 15:11).

Verse 2

The reasons for this global praise are God's enduring character traits: 'merciful kindness' (Hebrew hesed, meaning steadfast love or covenant loyalty) and his eternal 'truth' (emeth, faithfulness). These attributes assure the worshipper that God’s promises and commitments are reliable and everlasting.

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