1 Chronicles 16:34
1 Chronicles 16:34 in Multiple Translations
Give thanks to the LORD, for He is good; His loving devotion endures forever.
O give thanks unto the LORD; for he is good; for his mercy endureth for ever.
O give thanks unto Jehovah; for he is good; For his lovingkindness endureth for ever.
O give praise to the Lord, for he is good: for his mercy is unchanging for ever.
Say thank you to the Lord, for he is good! His trustworthy love continues forever!
Prayse the Lord, for hee is good, for his mercie endureth for euer.
Give thanks to Jehovah, for good, For to the age, [is] His kindness,
Oh give thanks to the LORD, for he is good, for his loving kindness endures forever.
O give thanks to the LORD; for he is good; for his mercy endureth for ever.
Give ye glory to the Lord, for he is good: for his mercy endureth for ever.
Thank Yahweh, because everything that he does is good. He faithfully loves us forever.
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1 Chronicles 16:34 Interlinear (Deep Study)
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הוֹד֤וּ
לַ/יהוָה֙
כִּ֣י
ט֔וֹב
כִּ֥י
לְ/עוֹלָ֖ם
חַסְדּֽ/וֹ
הוֹד֤וּ
yâdâh
H3034
to give thanks
V-Hiphil-Impv-2mp
לַ/יהוָה֙
Yᵉhôvâh
H3068
The Lord
Prep | N-proper
כִּ֣י
kîy
H3588
for
Conj
ט֔וֹב
ṭôwb
H2896
pleasant
Adj
כִּ֥י
kîy
H3588
for
Conj
לְ/עוֹלָ֖ם
ʻôwlâm
H5769
forever
Prep | N-ms
חַסְדּֽ/וֹ
chêçêd
H2617
kindness
N-ms | Suff
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Hebrew Word Reference — 1 Chronicles 16:34
הוֹד֤וּ
yâdâh
H3034
"to give thanks"
V-Hiphil-Impv-2mp
To give thanks or praise, originally meaning to throw or cast, like shooting an arrow. In the Bible, it's used to describe worship or confession with extended hands. It appears in Psalms and other books, like 1 Chronicles.
Definition: 1) to throw, shoot, cast 1a) (Qal) to shoot (arrows) 1b) (Piel) to cast, cast down, throw down 1c) (Hiphil) 1c1) to give thanks, laud, praise 1c2) to confess, confess (the name of God) 1d) (Hithpael) 1d1) to confess (sin) 1d2) to give thanks Aramaic equivalent: ye.da (יְדָא "to praise" H3029)
Usage: Occurs in 111 OT verses. KJV: cast (out), (make) confess(-ion), praise, shoot, (give) thank(-ful, -s, -sgiving). See also: Genesis 29:35; Psalms 57:10; Psalms 6:6.
לַ/יהוָה֙
Yᵉhôvâh
H3068
"The Lord"
Prep | N-proper
Yehovah is another name for God, often translated as 'the Lord'. It is a national name for God in the Jewish faith. This name is used throughout the Old Testament.
Definition: Another name of ye.ru.sha.laim (יְרוּשָׁלִַ֫ם, יְרוּשְׁלֵם "Jerusalem" H3389)
Usage: Occurs in 5522 OT verses. KJV: Jehovah, the Lord. Compare H3050 (יָהּ), H3069 (יְהֹוִה). See also: Genesis 2:4; Genesis 24:42; Exodus 8:8.
כִּ֣י
kîy
H3588
"for"
Conj
A conjunction used to show cause or connection, as in Genesis 2:23 where Adam says the woman is bone of his bone because she was taken out of him. It is often translated as 'for', 'because', or 'since'.
Definition: 1) that, for, because, when, as though, as, because that, but, then, certainly, except, surely, since 1a) that 1a1) yea, indeed 1b) when (of time) 1b1) when, if, though (with a concessive force) 1c) because, since (causal connection) 1d) but (after negative) 1e) that if, for if, indeed if, for though, but if 1f) but rather, but 1g) except that 1h) only, nevertheless 1i) surely 1j) that is 1k) but if 1l) for though 1m) forasmuch as, for therefore
Usage: Occurs in 3910 OT verses. KJV: and, + (forasmuch, inasmuch, where-) as, assured(-ly), + but, certainly, doubtless, + else, even, + except, for, how, (because, in, so, than) that, + nevertheless, now, rightly, seeing, since, surely, then, therefore, + (al-) though, + till, truly, + until, when, whether, while, whom, yea, yet. See also: Genesis 1:4; Genesis 26:16; Genesis 42:15.
ט֔וֹב
ṭôwb
H2896
"pleasant"
Adj
In the Bible, this Hebrew word means good or welfare, describing something that is beneficial or pleasing, like a good deed or a happy time. It is used in many contexts, including Genesis and Psalms. This word is often translated as 'good' or 'beautiful'.
Definition: adj 1) good, pleasant, agreeable 1a) pleasant, agreeable (to the senses) 1b) pleasant (to the higher nature) 1c) good, excellent (of its kind) 1d) good, rich, valuable in estimation 1e) good, appropriate, becoming 1f) better (comparative) 1g) glad, happy, prosperous (of man's sensuous nature) 1h) good understanding (of man's intellectual nature) 1i) good, kind, benign 1j) good, right (ethical) Aramaic equivalent: tav (טָב "fine" H2869)
Usage: Occurs in 521 OT verses. KJV: beautiful, best, better, bountiful, cheerful, at ease, [idiom] fair (word), (be in) favour, fine, glad, good (deed, -lier, -liest, -ly, -ness, -s), graciously, joyful, kindly, kindness, liketh (best), loving, merry, [idiom] most, pleasant, [phrase] pleaseth, pleasure, precious, prosperity, ready, sweet, wealth, welfare, (be) well(-favoured). See also: Genesis 1:4; Ruth 2:22; 2 Chronicles 3:8.
כִּ֥י
kîy
H3588
"for"
Conj
A conjunction used to show cause or connection, as in Genesis 2:23 where Adam says the woman is bone of his bone because she was taken out of him. It is often translated as 'for', 'because', or 'since'.
Definition: 1) that, for, because, when, as though, as, because that, but, then, certainly, except, surely, since 1a) that 1a1) yea, indeed 1b) when (of time) 1b1) when, if, though (with a concessive force) 1c) because, since (causal connection) 1d) but (after negative) 1e) that if, for if, indeed if, for though, but if 1f) but rather, but 1g) except that 1h) only, nevertheless 1i) surely 1j) that is 1k) but if 1l) for though 1m) forasmuch as, for therefore
Usage: Occurs in 3910 OT verses. KJV: and, + (forasmuch, inasmuch, where-) as, assured(-ly), + but, certainly, doubtless, + else, even, + except, for, how, (because, in, so, than) that, + nevertheless, now, rightly, seeing, since, surely, then, therefore, + (al-) though, + till, truly, + until, when, whether, while, whom, yea, yet. See also: Genesis 1:4; Genesis 26:16; Genesis 42:15.
לְ/עוֹלָ֖ם
ʻôwlâm
H5769
"forever"
Prep | N-ms
This word means forever or always, describing something that lasts an eternity. It is used in the Bible to describe God's eternal nature and his lasting promises.
Definition: : old/ancient 1) long duration, antiquity, futurity, for ever, ever, everlasting, evermore, perpetual, old, ancient, world 1a) ancient time, long time (of past) 1b) (of future) 1b1) for ever, always 1b2) continuous existence, perpetual 1b3) everlasting, indefinite or unending future, eternity
Usage: Occurs in 413 OT verses. KJV: alway(-s), ancient (time), any more, continuance, eternal, (for, (n-)) ever(-lasting, -more, of old), lasting, long (time), (of) old (time), perpetual, at any time, (beginning of the) world ([phrase] without end). Compare H5331 (נֶצַח), H5703 (עַד). See also: Genesis 3:22; 1 Kings 8:13; Psalms 5:12.
חַסְדּֽ/וֹ
chêçêd
H2617
"kindness"
N-ms | Suff
This word refers to kindness, mercy, or pity, often used to describe God's loving actions towards humanity. It is translated as 'favour', 'kindness', or 'mercy' in the KJV. It emphasizes God's loving character.
Definition: goodness, kindness, faithfulness
Usage: Occurs in 241 OT verses. KJV: favour, good deed(-liness, -ness), kindly, (loving-) kindness, merciful (kindness), mercy, pity, reproach, wicked thing. See also: Genesis 19:19; Psalms 51:3; Psalms 5:8.
Study Notes — 1 Chronicles 16:34
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- 1 Chronicles 16:34 Summary
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Reflection Questions
- Gill's Exposition on 1 Chronicles 16:34
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on 1 Chronicles 16:34
- Trapp's Commentary on 1 Chronicles 16:34
- Ellicott's Commentary on 1 Chronicles 16:34
- Cambridge Bible on 1 Chronicles 16:34
- Sermons on 1 Chronicles 16:34
Context — Sing to the LORD, All the Earth
32Let the sea resound, and all that fills it; let the fields exult, and all that is in them.
33Then the trees of the forest will sing for joy before the LORD, for He is coming to judge the earth.
34Give thanks to the LORD, for He is good; His loving devotion endures forever.
35Then cry out: ‘Save us, O God of our salvation; gather and deliver us from the nations, that we may give thanks to Your holy name, that we may glory in Your praise.’ 36Blessed be the LORD, the God of Israel, from everlasting to everlasting.” Then all the people said, “Amen!” and “Praise the LORD!”Cross References
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| 1 | Psalms 106:1 | Hallelujah! Give thanks to the LORD, for He is good; His loving devotion endures forever. |
| 2 | 2 Chronicles 7:3 | When all the Israelites saw the fire coming down and the glory of the LORD above the temple, they bowed down on the pavement with their faces to the ground, and they worshiped and gave thanks to the LORD: “For He is good; His loving devotion endures forever.” |
| 3 | Psalms 107:1 | Give thanks to the LORD, for He is good; His loving devotion endures forever. |
| 4 | Ezra 3:11 | And they sang responsively with praise and thanksgiving to the LORD: “For He is good; for His loving devotion to Israel endures forever.” Then all the people gave a great shout of praise to the LORD, because the foundation of the house of the LORD had been laid. |
| 5 | 2 Chronicles 5:13 | The trumpeters and singers joined together to praise and thank the LORD with one voice. They lifted up their voices, accompanied by trumpets, cymbals, and musical instruments, in praise to the LORD: “For He is good; His loving devotion endures forever.” And the temple, the house of the LORD, was filled with a cloud |
| 6 | Psalms 136:1–26 | Give thanks to the LORD, for He is good. His loving devotion endures forever. Give thanks to the God of gods. His loving devotion endures forever. Give thanks to the Lord of lords. His loving devotion endures forever. He alone does great wonders. His loving devotion endures forever. By His insight He made the heavens. His loving devotion endures forever. He spread out the earth upon the waters. His loving devotion endures forever. He made the great lights— His loving devotion endures forever. the sun to rule the day, His loving devotion endures forever. the moon and stars to govern the night. His loving devotion endures forever. He struck down the firstborn of Egypt His loving devotion endures forever. and brought Israel out from among them His loving devotion endures forever. with a mighty hand and an outstretched arm. His loving devotion endures forever. He divided the Red Sea in two His loving devotion endures forever. and led Israel through the midst, His loving devotion endures forever. but swept Pharaoh and his army into the Red Sea. His loving devotion endures forever. He led His people through the wilderness. His loving devotion endures forever. He struck down great kings His loving devotion endures forever. and slaughtered mighty kings— His loving devotion endures forever. Sihon king of the Amorites His loving devotion endures forever. and Og king of Bashan— His loving devotion endures forever. and He gave their land as an inheritance, His loving devotion endures forever. a heritage to His servant Israel. His loving devotion endures forever. He remembered us in our low estate His loving devotion endures forever. and freed us from our enemies. His loving devotion endures forever. He gives food to every creature. His loving devotion endures forever. Give thanks to the God of heaven! His loving devotion endures forever. |
| 7 | Jeremiah 33:11 | the sounds of joy and gladness, the voices of the bride and bridegroom, and the voices of those bringing thank offerings into the house of the LORD, saying: ‘Give thanks to the LORD of Hosts, for the LORD is good; His loving devotion endures forever.’ For I will restore the land from captivity as in former times, says the LORD. |
| 8 | Psalms 118:1 | Give thanks to the LORD, for He is good; His loving devotion endures forever. |
1 Chronicles 16:34 Summary
[This verse is a call to give thanks to God because He is good and His love for us will never end. It's like saying, 'Thank you, God, for being such a wonderful and loving Father!' (Psalm 100:5). We can be thankful for all the good things in our lives, big or small, because God is the one who gives them to us (James 1:17). By giving thanks, we show that we trust and love God, and that's what this verse is all about.]
Frequently Asked Questions
What does it mean that God's loving devotion endures forever?
This means that God's love for us is constant and will never fade, as seen in Psalm 136:1-3, where it is repeated that His loving devotion endures forever.
Why are we commanded to give thanks to the Lord?
We are commanded to give thanks because it is a way of acknowledging and expressing our gratitude for God's goodness and love, as seen in Ephesians 5:20, where we are told to give thanks for everything.
How can we apply this verse to our daily lives?
We can apply this verse by making thankfulness a regular part of our prayers and conversations, as seen in Philippians 4:6, where we are told to present our requests to God with thanksgiving.
What is the significance of saying 'He is good'?
Saying 'He is good' is a declaration of God's character, emphasizing that His actions and motives are always good and pure, as seen in Psalm 119:68, where it says 'You are good, and You do what is good'.
Reflection Questions
- What are some specific ways you have experienced God's goodness in your life, and how can you give thanks for them?
- How does the knowledge that God's loving devotion endures forever impact your daily struggles and challenges?
- In what ways can you cultivate a heart of thankfulness, even in difficult circumstances?
- How does this verse relate to your understanding of God's character, and what does it mean for your relationship with Him?
Gill's Exposition on 1 Chronicles 16:34
[See comments on Psalms 96:1] [See comments on Psalms 107:1]
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on 1 Chronicles 16:34
Give thanks unto the LORD, call upon his name, make known his deeds among the people. No JFB commentary on these verses.
Trapp's Commentary on 1 Chronicles 16:34
1 Chronicles 16:34 O give thanks unto the LORD; for [he is] good; for his mercy [endureth] for ever.Ver. 34. O give thanks to the Lord.] See on Psalms 107:1.
Ellicott's Commentary on 1 Chronicles 16:34
(34) O give thanks unto the Lord . . .—Several of the later psalms begin with this beautiful liturgic formula. (See Psalms 106; Psalms 107, 118, 136.; and comp. Jeremiah 33:11.) The ode thus concludes with the thought from which it started (1 Chronicles 16:8).
Cambridge Bible on 1 Chronicles 16:34
34–36 (= Psalms 106:1; Psalms 106:47-48) 34. his mercy endureth for ever] Cp. Exodus 20:6, “shewing mercy unto a thousand generations of them that Jove me” (R.V. mg.).
Sermons on 1 Chronicles 16:34
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Give Thanksgiving to God Part 1 by Chuck Smith | In this sermon, Pastor Chuck Smith teaches on the importance of giving thanks to God. He begins by discussing Psalm 136, which is an antiphonal Psalm meant to be sung back and fort |
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Remember! by Basilea Schlink | In this sermon, Basilea Schlink emphasizes the importance of remembering and thanking God for his provision and miracles in our lives. She shares personal experiences of how God ha |
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Praise Him by Jim Cymbala | In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the importance of praising and worshiping God. He warns those who serve in the ministry to not become mechanical or regimented in their worsh |
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Praise Him Always by Jim Cymbala | In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the importance of praising and worshiping God. He warns those who serve in the ministry to not become mechanical or regimented in their worsh |
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The Power of Thanksgiving by David Davis | This sermon emphasizes the power of thanksgiving, highlighting the importance of having a grateful heart and being a thankful person. It explores the impact of thanksgiving on spir |
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Habakkuk - Part 3 by Roy Hession | In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the importance of the book "Daily Light" in understanding and handling scripture. The book is praised for its simple juxtaposition of Bible |
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The Father Himself Loves You by Basilea Schlink | In this sermon, Basilia Schling emphasizes the importance of thanking God for His love and the blessings He has bestowed upon us. She highlights how often we ignore or only half-he |