Psalms 136:7

7 (135-7) Who made the great lights: for his mercy endureth for ever.

Psalms 136:7 Meaning and Commentary

Psalms 136:7

To him that made great lights
For the inhabitants of the world to walk and work by, to do all the business of life in a comfortable manner; and which is an instance of mercy and goodness; see ( Genesis 1:14-16 ) ;

for his mercy [endureth] for ever;
these lights continuing for the benefit of mankind.

Psalms 136:7 In-Context

5 (135-5) Who made the heavens in understanding: for his mercy endureth for ever.

6 (135-6) Who established the earth above the waters: for his mercy endureth for ever.

7 (135-7) Who made the great lights: for his mercy endureth for ever.

8 (135-8) The sun to rule the day: for his mercy endureth for ever.

9 (135-9) The moon and the stars to rule the night: for his mercy endureth for ever.