Psalms 136:20

20 He killed Og, the king of Bashan. "His faithful love continues forever."

Psalms 136:20 Meaning and Commentary

Psalms 136:20

And Og the king of Bashan
A country large and fruitful, and the king of it of a gigantic stature, see ( Psalms 135:11 ) ;

for his mercy [endureth] for ever;
for this mighty king came out against Israel, and threatened their destruction, and it was of the Lord's mercies they were not consumed by him. And it may be observed, whenever tyrannical princes and oppressors are cut off, it is in mercy to the inhabitants of the earth, and especially to the people of God.

Psalms 136:20 In-Context

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."
21 He gave their land as a gift. "His faithful love continues forever."
22 He gave it as a gift to his servant Israel. "His faithful love continues forever."
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