Psalms 136:18

18 He struck down mighty kings. "His faithful love continues forever."

Psalms 136:18 Meaning and Commentary

Psalms 136:18

And slew famous kings
Famous for their power and strength, their courage and valour who were not only smitten and discomfited, but slain in battle;

for his mercy [endureth] for ever;
towards his own people, for whose sake these kings were slain.

Psalms 136:18 In-Context

16 Give thanks to the One who led his people through the desert. "His faithful love continues forever."
17 He killed great kings. "His faithful love continues forever."
18 He struck down mighty kings. "His faithful love continues forever."
19 He killed Sihon, the king of the Amorites. "His faithful love continues forever."
20 He killed Og, the king of Bashan. "His faithful love continues forever."
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