Psalms 136:5

5 To Him who ¹made the heavens ²with skill, For His lovingkindness is everlasting;

Psalms 136:5 Meaning and Commentary

Psalms 136:5

To him that by wisdom made the heavens
In such a curious manner, in such a proper and delightful situation, with such furniture, and for such uses, ( Proverbs 3:19 ) ;

for his mercy [endureth] for ever;
which appears in the continued influences of the heaven; the dew, rain, and snow, that descend from it on the earth to water and make it fruitful, and to produce those rich and valuable blessings called the "precious things of heaven", ( Deuteronomy 33:13 ) ; and which are of the utmost importance for the service of man and beast: and, besides, God has of his infinite mercy, which continues, provided an inheritance in the heavens, a house eternal in the heavens, mansions of bliss and glory there, which Christ is now preparing for his saints, that they may dwell with him in them for evermore.

Psalms 136:5 In-Context

3 Give thanks to the Lord of lords, For His lovingkindness is everlasting.

4 To Him who alone does great wonders, For His lovingkindness is everlasting;

5 To Him who made the heavens with skill, For His lovingkindness is everlasting;

6 To Him who spread out the earth above the waters, For His lovingkindness is everlasting;

7 To Him who made the great lights, For His lovingkindness is everlasting:

Cross References

• 1. Genesis 1:1
• 2. Psalms 104:24; Proverbs 3:19; Jeremiah 10:12; Jeremiah 51:15

Footnotes

• [a]. Lit "with understanding"