Psalms 136:21

21 And gave their land for a heritage; For his lovingkindness [endureth] for ever;

Psalms 136:21 Meaning and Commentary

Psalms 136:21

And gave their land for an heritage
This was taken away from them and their subjects by the Lord, who has the disposing of kingdoms, and given to another people, for an inheritance;

for his mercy [endureth] for ever;
while his justice is exercised on some, in a strict manner, with severity and rigour, his mercy is shown to others.

Psalms 136:21 In-Context

19 Sihon king of the Amorites; For his lovingkindness [endureth] forever;
20 And Og king of Bashan; For his lovingkindness [endureth] for ever;
21 And gave their land for a heritage; For his lovingkindness [endureth] for ever;
22 Even a heritage unto Israel his servant; For his lovingkindness [endureth] for ever:
23 Who remembered us in our low estate; For his lovingkindness [endureth] for ever;
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