Psalms 105:42
Psalms 105:42 in Multiple Translations
For He remembered His holy promise to Abraham His servant.
For he remembered his holy promise, and Abraham his servant.
For he remembered his holy word, And Abraham his servant.
For he kept in mind his holy word, and Abraham, his servant.
For he remembered his holy promise to his servant Abraham.
For he remembred his holy promise to Abraham his seruant,
For He hath remembered His holy word, With Abraham His servant,
For he remembered his holy word, and Abraham, his servant.
For he remembered his holy promise, and Abraham his servant.
And their enemies afflicted them: and they were humbled under their hands:
He did that because he kept thinking about the sacred promise that he had given to his servant, Abraham.
Berean Amplified Bible — Psalms 105:42
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Psalms 105:42 Interlinear (Deep Study)
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כִּֽי
זָ֭כַר
אֶת
דְּבַ֣ר
קָדְשׁ֑/וֹ
אֶֽת
אַבְרָהָ֥ם
עַבְדּֽ/וֹ
כִּֽי
kîy
H3588
for
Conj
זָ֭כַר
zâkar
H2142
to remember
V-Qal-Perf-3ms
אֶת
ʼêth
H853
Obj.
DirObjM
דְּבַ֣ר
dâbâr
H1697
Chronicles
N-ms
קָדְשׁ֑/וֹ
qôdesh
H6944
Holy Place
N-ms | Suff
אֶֽת
ʼêth
H853
Obj.
DirObjM
אַבְרָהָ֥ם
ʼAbrâhâm
H85
Abraham
N-proper
עַבְדּֽ/וֹ
ʻebed
H5650
servant/slave
N-ms | Suff
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Hebrew Word Reference — Psalms 105:42
כִּֽי
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.
זָ֭כַר
zâkar
H2142
"to remember"
V-Qal-Perf-3ms
To remember means to recall or mark something, like God remembering his covenant with Abraham in Genesis 9:1 and Exodus 2:24.
Definition: 1) to remember, recall, call to mind 1a) (Qal) to remember, recall 1b) (Niphal) to be brought to remembrance, be remembered, be thought of, be brought to mind 1c) (Hiphil) 1c1) to cause to remember, remind 1c2) to cause to be remembered, keep in remembrance 1c3) to mention 1c4) to record 1c5) to make a memorial, make remembrance
Usage: Occurs in 223 OT verses. KJV: [idiom] burn (incense), [idiom] earnestly, be male, (make) mention (of), be mindful, recount, record(-er), remember, make to be remembered, bring (call, come, keep, put) to (in) remembrance, [idiom] still, think on, [idiom] well. See also: Genesis 8:1; Psalms 74:2; Psalms 8:5.
אֶת
ʼêth
H853
"Obj."
DirObjM
In the original Hebrew, this word points out the object of a verb or preposition, like 'namely' or 'even'. It appears in many books, including Genesis and Exodus. It's not directly translated in English, but helps clarify the meaning of sentences.
Definition: sign of the definite direct object, not translated in English but generally preceding and indicating the accusative Aramaic equivalent: yat (יָת "whom" H3487)
Usage: Occurs in 6782 OT verses. KJV: (as such unrepresented in English). See also: Genesis 1:1; Genesis 10:8; Genesis 19:21.
דְּבַ֣ר
dâbâr
H1697
"Chronicles"
N-ms
A word or thing, like a matter or affair, as seen in the book of Chronicles where it refers to the events and words of kings. It can also mean a cause or reason for something.
Definition: This name means word, speaking
Usage: Occurs in 1290 OT verses. KJV: act, advice, affair, answer, [idiom] any such (thing), because of, book, business, care, case, cause, certain rate, [phrase] chronicles, commandment, [idiom] commune(-ication), [phrase] concern(-ing), [phrase] confer, counsel, [phrase] dearth, decree, deed, [idiom] disease, due, duty, effect, [phrase] eloquent, errand, (evil favoured-) ness, [phrase] glory, [phrase] harm, hurt, [phrase] iniquity, [phrase] judgment, language, [phrase] lying, manner, matter, message, (no) thing, oracle, [idiom] ought, [idiom] parts, [phrase] pertaining, [phrase] please, portion, [phrase] power, promise, provision, purpose, question, rate, reason, report, request, [idiom] (as hast) said, sake, saying, sentence, [phrase] sign, [phrase] so, some (uncleanness), somewhat to say, [phrase] song, speech, [idiom] spoken, talk, task, [phrase] that, [idiom] there done, thing (concerning), thought, [phrase] thus, tidings, what(-soever), [phrase] wherewith, which, word, work. See also: Genesis 11:1; Exodus 23:8; Deuteronomy 18:21.
קָדְשׁ֑/וֹ
qôdesh
H6944
"Holy Place"
N-ms | Suff
The Holy Place refers to a sacred or set-apart area, like the temple in Jerusalem. It is a place of sanctity and holiness, where God is worshipped. The Bible describes it as a place of reverence and awe.
Definition: This name means apartness, holiness, sacredness Also named: hagion (ἅγιον "Holy Place" G0039)
Usage: Occurs in 380 OT verses. KJV: consecrated (thing), dedicated (thing), hallowed (thing), holiness, ([idiom] most) holy ([idiom] day, portion, thing), saint, sanctuary. See also: Exodus 3:5; Leviticus 23:4; 1 Chronicles 26:26.
אֶֽת
ʼêth
H853
"Obj."
DirObjM
In the original Hebrew, this word points out the object of a verb or preposition, like 'namely' or 'even'. It appears in many books, including Genesis and Exodus. It's not directly translated in English, but helps clarify the meaning of sentences.
Definition: sign of the definite direct object, not translated in English but generally preceding and indicating the accusative Aramaic equivalent: yat (יָת "whom" H3487)
Usage: Occurs in 6782 OT verses. KJV: (as such unrepresented in English). See also: Genesis 1:1; Genesis 10:8; Genesis 19:21.
אַבְרָהָ֥ם
ʼAbrâhâm
H85
"Abraham"
N-proper
Abraham was a key figure in the Bible, the later name of Abram, and father of many children, including Ishmael and Isaac. He is first mentioned in Genesis 11:26 and his story is told throughout the book of Genesis. Abraham's life and faith are still studied today.
Definition: A man living at the time of the Patriarchs, first mentioned at Gen.11.26; son of: Terah (H8646); brother of: Nahor (H5152H), Haran (H2039) and Sarah (H8283); married to Sarah (H8283), Hagar (H1904) and Keturah (H6989); father of: Ishmael (H3458), Isaac (H3327), Zimran (H2175), Jokshan (H3370), Medan (H4091), Midian (H4080), Ishbak (H3435) and Shuah (H7744); also called Abram at Gen.11.26--17.5; 2x § Abraham = "father of a multitude" or "chief of multitude" friend of God and founder of Hebrew nation via God's elective covenant
Usage: Occurs in 159 OT verses. KJV: Abraham. See also: Genesis 17:5; Genesis 24:9; Psalms 47:10.
עַבְדּֽ/וֹ
ʻebed
H5650
"servant/slave"
N-ms | Suff
This word refers to a servant or slave, often in the context of serving God or a human master. It can also describe a prophet or Levite. The KJV translates it as bondage, bondman, or servant.
Definition: 1) slave, servant 1a) slave, servant, man-servant 1b) subjects 1c) servants, worshippers (of God) 1d) servant (in special sense as prophets, Levites etc) 1e) servant (of Israel) 1f) servant (as form of address between equals) Aramaic equivalent: a.vad (עֲבַד "servant/slave" H5649)
Usage: Occurs in 714 OT verses. KJV: [idiom] bondage, bondman, (bond-) servant, (man-) servant. See also: Genesis 9:25; Exodus 11:3; 1 Samuel 8:16.
Study Notes — Psalms 105:42
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- Psalms 105:42 Summary
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Reflection Questions
- Gill's Exposition on Psalms 105:42
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Psalms 105:42
- Matthew Poole's Commentary on Psalms 105:42
- Trapp's Commentary on Psalms 105:42
- Cambridge Bible on Psalms 105:42
- Barnes' Notes on Psalms 105:42
- Whedon's Commentary on Psalms 105:42
- Sermons on Psalms 105:42
Context — Tell of His Wonders
40They asked, and He brought quail and satisfied them with the bread of heaven.
41He opened a rock, and water gushed out; it flowed like a river in the desert.
42For He remembered His holy promise to Abraham His servant.
43He brought forth His people with rejoicing, His chosen with shouts of joy. 44He gave them the lands of the nations, that they might inherit the fruit of others’ labor,Cross References
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| 1 | Exodus 2:24 | So God heard their groaning, and He remembered His covenant with Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob. |
| 2 | Luke 1:72–73 | to show mercy to our fathers and to remember His holy covenant, the oath He swore to our father Abraham, to grant us |
| 3 | Genesis 12:7 | Then the LORD appeared to Abram and said, “I will give this land to your offspring. ” So Abram built an altar there to the LORD, who had appeared to him. |
| 4 | Luke 1:54–55 | He has helped His servant Israel, remembering to be merciful, as He promised to our fathers, to Abraham and his descendants forever.” |
| 5 | Exodus 32:13 | Remember Your servants Abraham, Isaac, and Israel, to whom You swore by Your very self when You declared, ‘I will make your descendants as numerous as the stars in the sky, and I will give your descendants all this land that I have promised, and it shall be their inheritance forever.’” |
| 6 | Genesis 13:14–17 | After Lot had departed, the LORD said to Abram, “Now lift up your eyes from the place where you are, and look to the north and south and east and west, for all the land that you see, I will give to you and your offspring forever. I will make your offspring like the dust of the earth, so that if one could count the dust of the earth, then your offspring could be counted. Get up and walk around the land, through its length and breadth, for I will give it to you.” |
| 7 | Micah 7:20 | You will show faithfulness to Jacob and loving devotion to Abraham, as You swore to our fathers from the days of old. |
| 8 | Psalms 105:8–11 | He remembers His covenant forever, the word He ordained for a thousand generations— the covenant He made with Abraham, and the oath He swore to Isaac. He confirmed it to Jacob as a decree, to Israel as an everlasting covenant: “I will give you the land of Canaan as the portion of your inheritance.” |
| 9 | Deuteronomy 9:5 | It is not because of your righteousness or uprightness of heart that you are going in to possess their land, but it is because of their wickedness that the LORD your God is driving out these nations before you, to keep the promise He swore to your fathers, to Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob. |
| 10 | Genesis 15:13–14 | Then the LORD said to Abram, “Know for certain that your descendants will be strangers in a land that is not their own, and they will be enslaved and mistreated four hundred years. But I will judge the nation they serve as slaves, and afterward they will depart with many possessions. |
Psalms 105:42 Summary
[God remembered His promise to Abraham, which means He chose to act on it and fulfill it, showing His faithfulness and love. This reminds us that God is always true to His word, just like He was with Abraham. As it says in Jeremiah 29:11, God has good plans for us, and we can trust Him to fulfill them. By remembering His promises, God demonstrates His character and encourages us to trust in Him.]
Frequently Asked Questions
What does it mean that God 'remembered' His holy promise?
When it says God 'remembered' His promise, it doesn't mean He forgot and then recalled it, but rather that He chose to act on it, as seen in Genesis 8:1 where God remembered Noah and his family in the ark.
Who was Abraham and why is his promise significant?
Abraham was a faithful servant of God, and the promise made to him was a covenant of blessing and salvation, as recorded in Genesis 12:1-3 and reiterated in Genesis 15:1-21 and Genesis 17:1-27.
How does this verse relate to the surrounding context of God providing for His people?
This verse connects the provision of God in Psalms 105:40-41 to the promise made to Abraham, showing that God's actions are rooted in His covenant faithfulness, as also seen in Exodus 2:24 where God remembers His covenant with Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob.
What does it mean that God's promise is 'holy'?
The promise being 'holy' signifies its divine origin, purity, and inviolability, emphasizing God's unchanging character and commitment to His word, as stated in Numbers 23:19 and Hebrews 6:13-18.
Reflection Questions
- In what ways can I trust God to remember His promises to me, just as He did with Abraham?
- How does reflecting on God's faithfulness to Abraham encourage my own faith and trust in God's plans?
- What are some promises from Scripture that I can hold onto when facing challenges or uncertainties?
- In what ways am I called to be a faithful servant like Abraham, trusting in God's holy promises?
Gill's Exposition on Psalms 105:42
For he remembered his holy promise,.... It was not owing to the goodness of this people, to their obedience to the divine will, to any worthiness or merit of theirs, that such signs and wonders were
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Psalms 105:42
For he remembered his holy promise, and Abraham his servant. For he remembered his holy promise - the ground of His wonderful acts of long-suffering tenderness.
Matthew Poole's Commentary on Psalms 105:42
Or rather, with (as this particle is oft used) Abraham; made with or to Abraham.
Trapp's Commentary on Psalms 105:42
Psalms 105:42 For he remembered his holy promise, [and] Abraham his servant.Ver. 42. For he remembered his holy promise] Holy, that is, firm, and inviolable, Heb. the word of his holiness, that is, his sacred and gracious engagement, whereby he had made himself a voluntary debtor to Abraham’ s posterity. And Abraham his servant] To whom he had passed his promise four hundred and thirty years before. Nullum tempus occurrit regi.
Cambridge Bible on Psalms 105:42
42. The Psalmist returns to his theme, Psalms 105:8. Faithfulness to His promise was God’s motive for redeeming Israel. his holy promise] Lit., his holy word (Psalms 105:8): the sacred promise which cannot be broken. and Abraham his servant] Or, with A. his servant (Psalms 105:9). Cp. Exodus 2:24. But the A.V. may be right.
Barnes' Notes on Psalms 105:42
For he remembered ... - He was faithful to his promise made to Abraham, and did not forget his descendants in the hour of need.
Whedon's Commentary on Psalms 105:42
42. This and the following verses form the conclusion of the psalm. He remembered—These wonders were in fulfilment of God’s covenant with Abraham, (Psalms 105:8-11,) and in reward of the patriarch’s fidelity.
Sermons on Psalms 105:42
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Israel's Call Upon God by Chuck Smith | In this sermon, Pastor Chuck Smith discusses the story of Moses and the deliverance of the Israelites from Egypt. He emphasizes how God heard the cry of the Israelites and remember |
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Covenant Remembrance by Thomas Bradbury | Thomas Bradbury preaches on the significance of being awakened by the Angel of the Lord, emphasizing the need for spiritual motives in worship and the desire for God's presence. Th |
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The Divine Rememberer by A.W. Pink | A.W. Pink emphasizes God's unwavering memory and faithfulness towards humanity, contrasting it with our tendency to forget Him. He reflects on the biblical instances where God reme |
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The Great Cost of Unbelief - Part 4 by W.F. Kumuyi | This sermon emphasizes the importance of staying faithful to God's message throughout one's ministry, focusing on the themes of holiness, sanctification, and the transformation of |
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(Genesis) 23 - the Abrahamic: the Fundamental Covenant by S. Lewis Johnson | In this sermon, the speaker begins by reading Genesis 12:1-3, which contains the fundamental promises given to Abraham. These promises are seen as extremely important because they |
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When Grace Comes by Erlo Stegen | In this sermon, the speaker shares personal experiences and reflections on the grace of God. He talks about how he prayed for one of his children to go to Africa and spread the gos |
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The Covenant 4 - the Mediator of the New Covenant by G.W. North | In this sermon, the preacher starts off by expressing gratitude to the Lord and emphasizing the importance of starting on a positive note. He then refers to a verse from the Bible |