Psalm 136:21

21 then he gave their land as a heritage, for his grace continues forever;

Psalm 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.

Psalm 136:21 In-Context

19 Sichon king of the Emori, for his grace continues forever;

20 and 'Og king of Bashan, for his grace continues forever;

21 then he gave their land as a heritage, for his grace continues forever;

22 to be possessed by Isra'el his servant, for his grace continues forever;

23 who remembers us whenever we are brought low, for his grace continues forever;