Psalms 136:18

18 and slaughtered famous kings- His love is eternal.

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 He led His people in the wilderness. His love is eternal.
17 He struck down great kings His love is eternal.
18 and slaughtered famous kings- His love is eternal.
19 Sihon king of the Amorites His love is eternal.
20 and Og king of Bashan- His love is eternal.
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