The notes explain some of the words with a *star by them. I'm noticing a theme here: Give thanks to the Lord, for he is good. The endurance of the divine mercy is a special subject for song: notwithstanding our sins, our trials, our fears, his mercy endureth for ever. Solomon Gesner. Oh give thanks to the LORD, for he is good; for his steadfast love endures forever! As the people approach Psalm 118 had a very important role during the Feast of Tabernacles and the Passover Feast. Psalm 118:1, 19-29 (NIV) 1 Give thanks to the LORD, for he is good; his love endures forever. He victoriously rejoiced. To him, it is certain, the prophet here bears witness, in the latter part of the psalm. For he is good. 4 Let them now that fear the LORD say, that his mercy endureth for ever. He then goes up to the house of the Lord to offer sacrifice, and to express his gratitude for the divine interposition, all the people blessing him, and wishing him abundant prosperity. Verse 23:- This is the LORD’S doing; it is marvelous in our eyes. Psalm 118.1–13. His sorrows are ended, his victory is complete. (1-18) The coming of Christ in his kingdom. And they sang together by course in praising and giving thanks unto the Lord; because he is good, for his mercy endureth for ever toward Israel. Verse 9:- It is better to trust in the LORD than to put confidence in princes. I’ve flown small planes, off and on, ever since. (19-29) 1-18 The account the psalmist here gives of his troubles is very applicable to Christ: many hated him without a cause; nay, the Lord himself chastened him sorely, bruised him, and put him to grief, that by his stripes we might be healed. Psalm 118:29 "O give thanks unto the LORD; for [he is] good: for his mercy [endureth] for ever." But in this context, the stone here implies David who has been rejected by numerous authorities but because of his trust in God,  has placed him high above them and he has emerged the chief cornerstone. b) This group of psalms called the Egyptian Haifa runs from Psalm 113 to 118. i) If you recall from two lessons ago, Psalm 113 is about being "called" by God. 3 Let the house of Aaron now say, that his mercy endureth for ever. ; "Let the house of Aaron," etc. This Psalm is an antiphonal processional Psalm (cf. Verse 9:-  It is better to trust in the LORD than to put confidence in princes. 3 Let the house of Aaron now say, that his mercy endureth for ever. The word as used in Scripture means to be confident, to be sure, to be bold, and to be secure. It appears that the psalmist was surrounded by enemies just as bees surround honeycomb. The priests and Levites are led by the Spirit to use the words foretold by our Lord, Matthew 28:39 . The Inner Meaning of the Prophets and Psalms 368. When God raises his hands, it lifts up those who trust in him and cast down those who rebel against him. Verse 3:-Let the house of Aaron now say, that his mercy endures forever. Salmos 100:5, 118:29. 2 Because he a inclined his ear to me, therefore I will call on him as long as I live. Verse11& 12:-They compassed me about; yea, they compassed me about: but in the name of the LORD I will destroy them. It takes a whole lot of faith to be calm especially when facing crises or in a battle. Psalms 118:1-3 are sung by single voices. Psalm 118. God has given us grace and promised us glory. As the salvation of the elect is one, and the love of God to them one, so should their song be one, as here four several times it is said, His mercy endureth for ever. But this special Psalm of praise is a Messianic psalm that does not speak today or the times through which we are passing – but this verse speaks of THE day…. that his loving kindness endures forever. Just as the psalmist had defeated his enemies and risen upon the throne. Psalm 118:1-29 gives us several practical instructions about praising God for his steadfast love. It was Martin Luther’s favorite — “My own beloved psalm,” as he put it. It is to be hoped that the philosophical interpreters who endeavour to clip the word "for ever", into a mere period of time will have the goodness to let this passage alone. –These are treasures the LORD has made; let us rejoice and be glad in them. AUTHOR AND SUBJECT. I believe that no Christian should be oppressed by the devil, we have the Power to live and walk in dominion through Prayers and the Word. It was Martin Luther’s favorite — “My own beloved psalm,” as he put it. Similarly, it is advisable to trust God than putting your trust in noblemen. “Give thanks to Yahweh, for he is good,” … The Blessing of Obedience. Psalm 103:17 But the mercy of the LORD is from everlasting to everlasting upon them that fear him, and his righteousness unto children's children; Psalm 106:1 Praise ye the LORD. The Lord Jesus Christ, who is the grand incarnation of the mercy of God, calls upon us at every remembrance of him to give thanks unto the Lord, for "he is good.". 4 Let them now that fear the LORD … If others seem to be good, he is good. The objects for which he lived and died, and for which his prayers were offered, are now fulfilled, and thus, in a few short words, he expresses his joy and gratitude to God. Psalm 118:1-5New International Version (NIV) Psalm 118 1 Give thanks to the Lord,for he is good; his love endures forever. They compassed me about like bees; they are quenched as the fire of thorns: for in the name of the LORD I will destroy them. Words in boxes are from the Bible. We must never tolerate an instant's unbelief as to the goodness of the Lord; whatever else may be questionable, this is absolutely certain, that Jehovah is good; his dispensations may vary, but his nature is always the same, and always good. I jumped at the chance. 2 Let Israel now say, that his mercy endureth for ever. Meanwhile, our confidence must be on God, because Without God, our helpers will fail. It is the prophetic expression, by the Spirit of Christ, of that exultant strain of anticipative triumph, wherein the virgin daughter of Zion will laugh to scorn, in the immediate prospect of her Deliverer's advent, the congregated armies of the Man of Sin ( Psalms 118:10-13 ). He loved to think of it, loved to speak of it, and was very solicitous that God might have the praise of it and others the comfort of it. I love them all; I love all holy Scripture, which is my consolation and my life. Now that the Lord has sent a new ruler who would not interfere in their sacred offerings to God, they need to thank God for the gift of deliverance. We are now arrived at the concluding portion of the hymn, which Christ and his disciples sung preparatory to their going forth to the Mount of Olives. Psa 118:1-18. Psalms 118:1-3 are sung by single voices. Gordon Churchyard. "Was it not thine arm, O Jehovah, which has gotten thee the victory?" This buoyant and hopeful language is obviously in place on Easter Day. … Salem Media Group. This buoyant and hopeful language is obviously in place on Easter Day. “Save us, O Lord!” Palm Sunday During Coronavirus Because Psalm 118 is quoted so often in the New Testament, we can be forgiven for overlooking its meaning and importance for the original audience. Whoever belongs to God, no evil shall befall him. For as many Christians who live under authorities, be of good cheer He will fulfill your purposes. When God answers our prayers, we are a step closer to him. As some of you know, I learned to fly back in high school. The power of recovery. Mercy is a great part of his goodness, and one which more concerns us than any other, for we are sinners and have need of his mercy. Verse 7:-The LORD taketh my part with them that help me: therefore shall I see my desire upon them that hate me. Don Ruhl • Savage Street, Grants Pass, Oregon • January 8, In the year of our Lord, 2016. The first four verses of Psalm 118 are a preamble, in which the Psalmist tells us this is the day of God’s love. The Biblical Illustrator. Messiah now takes up the language of a conqueror, Psalms 118:17 - 19. A good title for this Psalm would be "A Festival of Thanks." Psalm 118 has been and is an extraordinarily important psalm in the history of Judaism and Christianity. Dr. Philip W. McLarty. EXEGESIS: CONTEXT: This is a Hallel (praise) Psalm––one of six Egyptian Hallel Psalms that were recited during the Passover and other major Jewish festivals. Because his mercy endureth for ever. Let Israel say:“His love endures forever.” Let the house of Aaron say:“His love endures forever.” The prosperity of Israel is attributed to all those who truly fear him. But if we have God, we are sure to prevail. Psalm 118 has been and is an extraordinarily important psalm in the history of Judaism and Christianity. Verse 1. Psalm 118 rings out as a beautiful psalm of thanksgiving and praise, from beginning to end. Basically, he was the stone that was rejected by the people but in raising him from the dead, he was exalted and lifted to the very peak of his beauty and glory. 5 The psalmist by his experience sheweth how good it is to trust in God. Psalm 118:1, ESV: "Oh give thanks to the LORD, for he is good; for his steadfast love endures forever!" Saving him from his enemies, when compassed about with them. Notes on the Psalms. I laid down my life, and I now take it up again: and then, with a loud voice, as when he roused Lazarus out of the grave, he cries to those within the walls, Open to me the gates of righteousness: I will go into them, and I will praise the LORD. It is our duty as Christians to exhort his name. I Love the Lord. Please enter your email address associated with your Salem All-Pass account, then click Continue. The Inner Meaning of the Prophets and Psalms 368. For he is good. Every faith in this world represents a divine creation, a supreme power higher than the world. When others behave badly to us, it should only stir us up the more heartily to give thanks unto the Lord because he is good; and when we ourselves are conscious that we are far from being good, we should only the more reverently bless him that "he is good." 1 An exhortation to praise God for his mercy. Franz Delitzsch. Psalm 118:8 . 1. the repetitive nature. As some of you know, I learned to fly back in high school. ii) That led us in the last lesson to Psalm 114. Use this table to get a word-for-word translation of the original Hebrew Scripture. Wednesday, April 01 2020 / Published in Palm Sunday, Psalms. With the exposition of this his noblest jewel, his defence and his treasure, he occupied himself in the solitude of his Patmos (Coburg). The two Psalms, 117th and 118th, are placed together because, though each is a distinct portion in itself, the 117th is an exordium to that which follows it, an address and an invitation to the Gentile and heathen world to acknowledge and praise Jehovah. Ps 118:1-29. Its general burden is quite manifest. Verse 18:-The LORD hath chastened me sore: but he hath not given me over unto death. 118 Oh give thanks to the Lord, for he is good; for his steadfast … From its commencement, dearly beloved, does this great Psalm exhort us unto bliss, which there is no one who desires not....And therefore this is the lesson which he teaches, who says, Blessed are those that are undefiled in the way, who walk in the law of the Lord Psalm 118:1.As much as to say, I know what you wish, you are seeking bliss: if then you would be blessed, be undefiled. 2 Let Israel now say, that his mercy endureth for ever. The Conqueror alone ( Psalms 118:28 ) next makes a solemn acknowledgment of gratitude and praise to Jehovah, and then, all being within the gates, the united body, triumphant procession, priests and Levites, end, as they commenced, O give thanks unto the LORD; for he is good: for his mercy endureth for ever. God’s steadfast love endures forever! Nevertheless, his faith in Christ Jesus made his enemies quench right in front of him. Psalms 118:4 is a chorus; the whole procession, the living: and the dead who are raised to meet Christ ( 1 Thessalonians 4:16 ), shout aloud the burden of the song, Psalms 118:1 . Psalm 118:1, KJV: "O give thanks unto the LORD; for he is good: because his mercy endureth for ever." The Targum is, "in … For God’s nature includes goodness, every man on earth is meant to praise Him in any circumstances. This heroic personage, whom we cannot help thinking to be David himself, broadly typified our Lord, but not in such a manner that in all the minutiae of his struggles and prayers we are to hunt for parallels. We propose to divide this Psalm thus, from Ps 118:1-4 the faithful are called upon to magnify the everlasting mercy of the Lord; from Ps 118:5-18 the Psalmist gives forth a narrative of his experience, and an expression of his faith; in Ps 118:19-21 he asks admittance into the house of the Lord, and begins the acknowledgment of the divine salvation. His love endures forever. Verse 16:-The right hand of the LORD is exalted: the right hand of the LORD doeth valiantly. Psalm 118. It would be the most touching quarrel, the most agreeable to God -- a quarrel of union and perfect charity. The mightiest warrior shrinks to nothing when in opposition with God. 2. The nations were all interested in David’s victory, so it was well for them to unite with him to rejoice and sing praises to Him. Whole Psalm. 1 An exhortation to praise God for his mercy. The weather was perfect – cool, crisp, a slight breeze. If we rely on mere men, the outcome can never be trusted. Also I will love to Invite You to join our Powerful 24 Hours Prayer Group on Telegram. “This is the day … Continue reading "Commentary on Psalm 118:1-2, 14-24" 1. ", The chorus -- "His mercy endureth for ever.". Hop to Similar Bible Verses. This elect champion found himself rejected by his friends and fellow countrymen, and at the same time violently opposed by his enemies. 5 I called upon the LORD in distress: the LORD answered me, and set me in a large place. As far as personal application of this Psalm to everyday life, it is extremely meaningful to enumerate the blessings of God to His people, both historically and existentially. Meanwhile, while some are of the opinion that it’s only when they receive something before, they praise. This Psalm describes how an anointed man of God was rejected by men but through faith, he became victorious. Usually, Prayers that come from distress and difficulties are from the heart and they go directly to the heart of God. Psalm 118:1 Parallel Verses [⇓ See commentary ⇓] Psalm 118:1, NIV: "Give thanks to the LORD, for he is good; his love endures forever." Justice and equity and truth, all demanded that Messiah should not be trodden down. This is my Psalm, my chosen Psalm. The procession, in chorus, sings Psalms 118:8-9 , taking up the substance of Messiah's chaunt, and fully echoing the sentiment, It is better to trust in the LORD than to put confidence in princes. The Psalms, with the Internal Sense and Exposition Study the original Hebrew/Greek with qBible. Verse 22:-The stone which the builders refused becomes the headstone of the corner. Let Israel now 388 say, that his mercy endureth for ever. Next, he tells of his refuge: I betook me to God, I told him my sorrows, and he heard me. 2. the different subjects involved in this Psalm B. The dwelling place of the saved is the temple of praise. Luther considered verse 17 to be “a masterpiece,” and he asserted that “all the saints have sung this verse and will continue to sing … Continue reading "Commentary on Psalm 118:1-2, 14-24" Verse 29:-O give thanks unto the LORD; for he is good: for his mercy endure forever ever, In the same manner, he began this psalm was used to end it making it a whole circle of rejoicing and giving thanks to God. Exposition of Psalm 119:1-8. by Charles Spurgeon. The enthronement of David marked the better days for the people of Israel. How much better, therefore to take refuge in the Lord rather than to place ones trust in man. Scripture This is our third Sunday of not having a corporate worship service in our sanctuary. Notes on the Psalms. Scripture This is our third Sunday of not having a corporate worship service in our sanctuary. If so, His triumph is in a sense different from its meaning when it was historically recorded in Israel. 5 The psalmist by his experience sheweth how good it is to trust in God. Depositaries and expounders of the prophecies as they had long been, they now, for the first time, quote and apply one, Isaiah 28:16 , which held a conspicuous place, but never before was intelligible to Jewish ears. People from diverse nations surround the psalmist yet he conquered them because his trust was solely on God. However, he has not handed us over to death. Click this link to join Now, https://t.me/joinchat/RPiiPhlAYaXzRRscZ6vTXQ . Because Psalm 118 is quoted so often in the New Testament, we can be forgiven for overlooking its meaning and importance for the original audience. Tehillim / Psalms 118. 4. Reverence for the Lord is the beginning of knowledge but fools despise wisdom and detest instruction. Verse 4:-Let them now that fear the LORD say, that his mercy endureth forever. Similarly, it is advisable … 116 I y love the L ord, because he has z heard. 3. But when the stands to save us, we are strengthened by God. I am not jealous of my property; I would divide it with the whole world... And would to God that all men would claim the Psalm as especially theirs! But this special Psalm of praise is a Messianic psalm that does not speak today or the times through which we are passing – but this verse speaks of THE day…. Verse 1. 19 Under the type of the psalmist the coming of Christ in his Kingdom is expressed. Verse 5:-I called upon the LORD in distress: the LORD answered me, and set me in a large place. When you want God to give you prosperity and blessings, Lord, I thank you for your victory and blessings in my life, Heavenly Father, bestow the spirit of Thanksgiving in my heart. In singing this psalm we must glorify God for his goodness, his goodness to us, and especially his goodness to us in Jesus Christ. But it may be objected, that this Psalm is common to all; no one has a right to call it his own. Verse 15:-The voice of rejoicing and salvation is in the tabernacles of the righteous: the right hand of the LORD doeth valiantly. It proclaimed God’s deliverance from Egypt and, later on, from the Exile. 'Endures' is a key word in all of this I think because it carries with it the meaning of 'in spite of.' Luther. Words in brackets, ( ), are not in the *Hebrew Bible. Related New Christian Commentary Stories and their meanings: Related Books . God is good, so thank him # 118:1 Verses 1-4 tell everybody to thank the Lord, because he is good.Verses 5-7 tell us what God did to send help to Israel. Verse 17:-I shall not die, but live, and declare the works of the LORD. Angels may say that he is good, but they need not his mercy and cannot therefore take an equal delight in it; inanimate creation declares that he is good, but it cannot feel his mercy, for it has never transgressed; but man, deeply guilty and graciously forgiven, beholds mercy as the very focus and centre of the goodness of the Lord. Verse 25:-Save now, I beseech thee, O LORD: O LORD, I beseech thee, send now prosperity. But he that has God triumphs. What the close of Psalm 117 says of God's truth, viz., that it endureth for ever, Ps 118:1-4 says of its sister, his mercy or lovingkindness. It has to do with what or who we 'trust in'. And thus, the psalm ends as it began (a repetition of 118:1). Christ himself applies it to himself , and the former part of the psalm may fairly, and without forcing, be accommodated to him and his undertaking. Verse 1-4. Jesus Christ is risen. The experience of the Head is that of the members, and both may be spoken of in much the same terms. Franz Delitzsch. It’s a marvelous thing to behold. Psalms 119:1-8. God's love endures our sin is what the Psalmist means here. The exact historical setting of this Psalm has been disputed. Complete Concise Chapter Contents. of Psalm 118. PSALM 118. As he enters, the Conqueror alone repeats Psalms 118:21 . Adam Clarke. That the Psalmist had a prophetic view of our Lord Jesus is very manifest; the frequent quotations from this song in the New Testament prove this beyond all questions; but at the same time it could not have been intended that every particular line and sentence should be read in reference to the Messiah, for this requires very great ingenuity, and ingenious interpretations are seldom true. 3 b The snares of death encompassed me; the pangs of Sheol laid hold on me; I suffered distress and anguish. We must not stop short at the second agent, but rise at once to the first cause, and render all our praises unto the Lord himself. It was not a common difficulty, or a single enemy, whole nations compassed him about. The praise of God could not be expressed in fewer words than these, "For he is good." It’s a processional hymn that recounts the saving acts of God in the history of God’s people, Israel. In its ancient Jewish context, Psalm 118 was most likely an entrance liturgy to the Temple, used at the festival of Passover. Nothing could be more appropriate or better fitted to comfort and encourage, at that awful period, than a prophecy which, overleaping the suffering to be endured, showed forth the glory that was afterwards to follow, and a song of triumph, then only recited, but in due time to be literally acted, when the cross was to be succeeded by a crown. John 1:12). C the new day of birth into God’s Kingdom, bringing us new meaning, C a true faith in the true God, the trustworthy God of truth. It was Luther's favourite Psalm, his beauteous Confitemini, which "had helped him out of what neither emperor nor king, nor any other man on earth, could have helped him." The whole nation was concerned in David's triumphant accession, and therefore it was right that they should unite in his adoring song of praise. As the salvation of the elect is one, and the love of God to them one, so should their song be one, as here four several times it is said, His mercy endureth for ever. He then goes up to express his gratitude to his helper. Psalms 118:17. The sons of Aaron were especially closer to God because of his mercy. DIVISION. The next step leads us to believe that he is its subject, at least in some degree; for it is clear that the writer is speaking concerning himself in the first place, though he may not have strictly confined himself to all the details of his our personal experience. It is always well to trace our mercies to him who bestows them, and if we cannot give him anything else, let us at any rate give him our thanks. The priests and Levites within instantly obey his command, and while they throw open the gates, they sing, This is the gate of the LORD, into which the righteous shall enter. That one is about the realization that God is preparing the … I see not what can be more solemn than this brevity, since goodness is so peculiarly the quality of God, that the Son of God himself when addressed by some one as "Good Master," by one, namely, who beholding his flesh, and comprehending not the fulness of his divine nature, considered him as man only, replied, "Why callest thou me good? Another single voice calls on Israel to acknowledge this great truth; and a third invites the house of Aaron, the priesthood, to acknowledge their share in Jehovah's love. My sufferings were sore, but they were only for a season. Psalm 118:1, KJV: "O give thanks unto the LORD; for he is good: because his mercy endureth for ever." Those who only praise God because he does them good should rise to a higher note and give thanks to him because he is good. Verse 8:- It is better to trust in the LORD than to put confidence in man. Whenever the light of the first day of the week shines, we should endeavor to observe it as it is the Sabbath day. I believe that God has empowered every believer with strange order of grace to manifest the power of the Holy Ghost. The rehearsal -- "Let them now say," that they may be better prepared for universal praise hereafter. In the same vein, the day of the lord is a mark for all Christians. It is good to trust in the Lord. | 402 … From his Dedication of his Translation of Psalm 118 to the Abbot Frederick of Nuremberg. However, whether they do or not, we shall believe in endless mercy -- mercy to eternity. We'll send you an email with steps on how to reset your password. Psalm 118 is the last of six “Egyptian Hallel” psalms (Ps 113-118) that are framed by the twin Psalm 111-112 and 119. This is reason enough for giving him thanks; goodness is his essence and nature, and therefore he is always to be praised whether we are receiving anything from him or not. Blessed are they that keep his testimonies, and that seek him with the whole heart. I shall not die, but live, and declare the works of the Lord. What the close of Psalm 117 says of God's truth, viz., that it endureth for ever, Psalms 118:1-4 says of its sister, his mercy or lovingkindness. Verse 26:-Blessed be he that cometh in the name of the LORD: we have blessed you out of the house of the LORD. It is important to give thanks to God, Verse 2:- Let Israel now say, that his mercy endureth forever. From another point of view, God is the gate, all the righteous shall pass through him and rejoice in his righteousness. What does this verse really mean? 50 Warfare Prayer Points against forces of darkness. This shows the English words related to the source biblical texts along with brief definitions. Let us hear the lively language of the text, and allow it to speak to our hearts: "Cease your complaining, cease from all self glorification, and give thanks unto the Lord.". They cause him such anguish and grief. R. H. Ryland, in "The Psalms restored to Messiah," 1853. Oh give thanks to the LORD, for he is good; for his steadfast love endures forever! Worshipers recited Psalms 113-114 at the beginning of the service and Psalms 115-118 at the … (19-29) Commentary on Psalm 118:1-18 (Read Psalm 118:1-18). Article Images Copyright © 2020 Getty Images unless otherwise indicated. 1. Verses 1-4 call all of God’s people to give thanks for His goodness and steadfast love; in verse 5, the psalmist begins to recount his own personal experience of this goodness and steadfast love. Psalm 118:1-2, 19-29 . Whole Psalm. The priests and Levites sing in chorus Ps 118:22-24. Hop to Similar Bible Verses. Rick Power. I jumped at the chance. He enlarges on the magnitude of his dangers, and the hopelessness of his situation. Verse 24:-This is the day which the LORD hath made; we will rejoice and be glad in it. Psalm 118:1, 18-19 The Gate’s Open! 118:1 "Give thanks" This Psalm begins and ends with praise ("give thanks," BDB 392, KB 389, Hiphil imperative). Psalm 118:9 Translation & Meaning. Psalm 118 – The Chief Cornerstone Psalm 118 does not name an author in its title, but there is reason to believe it was King David, the Sweet Psalmist of Israel. Lord, I decree that I shall not die but live to declare your works. my voice and my pleas for mercy. This Psalm is not only frequently quoted in the New Testament, but it was also partially applied at one period of our Saviour's sojourn on earth, and thus we are afforded decisive testimony to the purpose for which it is originally and prophetically destined. Have we been of a forgetful or murmuring spirit? (19-29) Commentary on Psalm 118:1-18 (Read Psalm 118:1-18). What does this verse really mean? Because we hear the sentence so frequently repeated here, that "the mercy of the Lord endureth for ever," we are not to think that the Holy Spirit has employed empty tautology, but our great necessity demands it: for in temptations and dangers the flesh begins to doubt of the mercy of God; therefore nothing should be so frequently impressed on the mind as this, that the mercy of God does not fail, that the Eternal Father wearies not in remitting our sins. It appears here, as often as elsewhere, that David had his heart full of the goodness of God. Psalms 118:1-29.After invoking others to unite in praise, the writer celebrates God's protecting and delivering care towards him, and then represents himself and the people of God as entering the sanctuary and uniting in solemn praise, with prayer for a continued blessing. 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