Psalms 135:6
Psalms 135:6 in Multiple Translations
The LORD does all that pleases Him in the heavens and on the earth, in the seas and in all their depths.
Whatsoever the LORD pleased, that did he in heaven, and in earth, in the seas, and all deep places.
Whatsoever Jehovah pleased, that hath he done, In heaven and in earth, in the seas and in all deeps;
The Lord has done whatever was pleasing to him, in heaven, and on the earth, in the seas and in all the deep waters.
The Lord does whatever he wants throughout heaven and earth, on the seas and in the ocean depths.
Whatsoeuer pleased the Lord, that did hee in heauen and in earth, in the sea, and in all the depths.
All that Jehovah pleased He hath done, In the heavens and in earth, In the seas and all deep places,
Whatever the LORD pleased, that he has done, in heaven and in earth, in the seas and in all deeps.
Whatever the LORD pleased, that did he in heaven, and in earth, in the seas, and all deep places.
Who established the earth above the waters: for his mercy endureth for ever.
Yahweh does whatever he desires to do, in heaven and on the earth and in the seas/oceans, down to the bottom of the seas.
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Psalms 135:6 Interlinear (Deep Study)
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כֹּ֤ל
אֲשֶׁר
חָפֵ֥ץ
יְהוָ֗ה
עָ֫שָׂ֥ה
בַּ/שָּׁמַ֥יִם
וּ/בָ/אָ֑רֶץ
בַּ֝/יַּמִּ֗ים
וְ/כָל
תְּהוֹמֽוֹת
כֹּ֤ל
kôl
H3605
all
N-ms
אֲשֶׁר
ʼăsher
H834
which
Rel
חָפֵ֥ץ
châphêts
H2654
to delight in
V-Qal-Perf-3ms
יְהוָ֗ה
Yᵉhôvâh
H3068
The Lord
N-proper
עָ֫שָׂ֥ה
ʻâsâh
H6213
to make
V-Qal-Perf-3ms
בַּ/שָּׁמַ֥יִם
shâmayim
H8064
heaven
Prep | N-mp
וּ/בָ/אָ֑רֶץ
ʼerets
H776
land
Conj | Prep | N-cs
בַּ֝/יַּמִּ֗ים
yâm
H3220
West
Prep | N-mp
וְ/כָל
kôl
H3605
all
Conj | N-ms
תְּהוֹמֽוֹת
tᵉhôwm
H8415
abyss
N-cp
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Hebrew Word Reference — Psalms 135:6
כֹּ֤ל
kôl
H3605
"all"
N-ms
The Hebrew word for 'all' or 'everything' is used throughout the Bible, like in Genesis 1:31, where God sees all He has made as very good. It encompasses the entirety of something, whether people, things, or situations.
Definition: 1) all, the whole 1a) all, the whole of 1b) any, each, every, anything 1c) totality, everything Aramaic equivalent: kol (כֹּל "all" H3606)
Usage: Occurs in 4242 OT verses. KJV: (in) all (manner, (ye)), altogether, any (manner), enough, every (one, place, thing), howsoever, as many as, (no-) thing, ought, whatsoever, (the) whole, whoso(-ever). See also: Genesis 1:21; Genesis 17:10; Genesis 41:40.
אֲשֶׁר
ʼăsher
H834
"which"
Rel
This Hebrew word is a conjunction that connects ideas and events in the Bible, like in the book of Genesis, where it's used to describe the relationship between God and His creation.
Definition: A: 1) (relative part.) 1a) which, who 1b) that which 2) (conj) 2a) that (in obj clause) 2b) when 2c) since 2d) as 2e) conditional if B: Beth+ 1) in (that) which 2) (adv) 2a) where 3) (conj) 3a) in that, inasmuch as 3b) on account of C: Mem+ 1) from (or than) that which 2) from (the place) where 3) from (the fact) that, since D: Kaph+ 1) (conj.), according as, as, when 1a) according to that which, according as, as 1b) with a causal force: in so far as, since 1c) with a temporal force: when
Usage: Occurs in 4440 OT verses. KJV: [idiom] after, [idiom] alike, as (soon as), because, [idiom] every, for, [phrase] forasmuch, [phrase] from whence, [phrase] how(-soever), [idiom] if, (so) that ((thing) which, wherein), [idiom] though, [phrase] until, [phrase] whatsoever, when, where ([phrase] -as, -in, -of, -on, -soever, -with), which, whilst, [phrase] whither(-soever), who(-m, -soever, -se). As it is indeclinable, it is often accompanied by the personal pronoun expletively, used to show the connection. See also: Genesis 1:7; Genesis 20:9; Genesis 31:16.
חָפֵ֥ץ
châphêts
H2654
"to delight in"
V-Qal-Perf-3ms
This verb means to be pleased with something or someone. In the Bible, it describes God's delight in his people and their desire to follow him, like in Psalm 51.
Definition: 1) to delight in, take pleasure in, desire, be pleased with 1a) (Qal) 1a1) of men 1a1a) to take pleasure in, delight in 1a1b) to delight, desire, be pleased to do 1a2) of God 1a2a) to delight in, have pleasure in 1a2b) to be pleased to do
Usage: Occurs in 71 OT verses. KJV: [idiom] any at all, (have, take) delight, desire, favour, like, move, be (well) pleased, have pleasure, will, would. See also: Genesis 34:19; Psalms 51:21; Psalms 18:20.
יְהוָ֗ה
Yᵉhôvâh
H3068
"The Lord"
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.
עָ֫שָׂ֥ה
ʻâsâh
H6213
"to make"
V-Qal-Perf-3ms
This verb means to make or do something, and is used over 2,600 times in the Bible. It is first used in Genesis 1:7 to describe God's creation of the world and is also used in Exodus 31:5 to describe the work of skilled craftsmen.
Definition: : make(OBJECT) 1) to do, fashion, accomplish, make 1a) (Qal) 1a1) to do, work, make, produce 1a1a) to do 1a1b) to work 1a1c) to deal (with) 1a1d) to act, act with effect, effect 1a2) to make 1a2a) to make 1a2b) to produce 1a2c) to prepare 1a2d) to make (an offering) 1a2e) to attend to, put in order 1a2f) to observe, celebrate 1a2g) to acquire (property) 1a2h) to appoint, ordain, institute 1a2i) to bring about 1a2j) to use 1a2k) to spend, pass 1b) (Niphal) 1b1) to be done 1b2) to be made 1b3) to be produced 1b4) to be offered 1b5) to be observed 1b6) to be used 1c) (Pual) to be made
Usage: Occurs in 2286 OT verses. KJV: accomplish, advance, appoint, apt, be at, become, bear, bestow, bring forth, bruise, be busy, [idiom] certainly, have the charge of, commit, deal (with), deck, [phrase] displease, do, (ready) dress(-ed), (put in) execute(-ion), exercise, fashion, [phrase] feast, (fight-) ing man, [phrase] finish, fit, fly, follow, fulfill, furnish, gather, get, go about, govern, grant, great, [phrase] hinder, hold (a feast), [idiom] indeed, [phrase] be industrious, [phrase] journey, keep, labour, maintain, make, be meet, observe, be occupied, offer, [phrase] officer, pare, bring (come) to pass, perform, pracise, prepare, procure, provide, put, requite, [idiom] sacrifice, serve, set, shew, [idiom] sin, spend, [idiom] surely, take, [idiom] thoroughly, trim, [idiom] very, [phrase] vex, be (warr-) ior, work(-man), yield, use. See also: Genesis 1:7; Genesis 34:19; Exodus 18:24.
בַּ/שָּׁמַ֥יִם
shâmayim
H8064
"heaven"
Prep | N-mp
The Hebrew word for heaven or sky, it refers to the visible universe and the abode of God. It is often used in the Bible to describe the dwelling place of celestial bodies.
Definition: 1) heaven, heavens, sky 1a) visible heavens, sky 1a1) as abode of the stars 1a2) as the visible universe, the sky, atmosphere, etc 1b) Heaven (as the abode of God) Aramaic equivalent: sha.ma.yin (שָׁמַ֫יִן "heaven" H8065)
Usage: Occurs in 395 OT verses. KJV: air, [idiom] astrologer, heaven(-s). See also: Genesis 1:1; 1 Samuel 2:10; Job 28:21.
וּ/בָ/אָ֑רֶץ
ʼerets
H776
"land"
Conj | Prep | N-cs
The land or earth refers to the soil or ground, and can also mean a country, territory, or region. In the Bible, it is used to describe the earth and its inhabitants, and is often translated as 'land' or 'country'.
Definition: : soil 1) land, earth 1a) earth 1a1) whole earth (as opposed to a part) 1a2) earth (as opposed to heaven) 1a3) earth (inhabitants) 1b) land 1b1) country, territory 1b2) district, region 1b3) tribal territory 1b4) piece of ground 1b5) land of Canaan, Israel 1b6) inhabitants of land 1b7) Sheol, land without return, (under) world 1b8) city (-state) 1c) ground, surface of the earth 1c1) ground 1c2) soil 1d) (in phrases) 1d1) people of the land 1d2) space or distance of country (in measurements of distance) 1d3) level or plain country 1d4) land of the living 1d5) end(s) of the earth 1e) (almost wholly late in usage) 1e1) lands, countries 1e1a) often in contrast to Canaan
Usage: Occurs in 2190 OT verses. KJV: [idiom] common, country, earth, field, ground, land, [idiom] natins, way, [phrase] wilderness, world. See also: Genesis 1:1; Genesis 18:18; Genesis 42:13.
בַּ֝/יַּמִּ֗ים
yâm
H3220
"West"
Prep | N-mp
Refers to a large body of water like the Mediterranean Sea or a sea in general, sometimes specifically the west or seaward direction.
Definition: This name means sea, seaward, westward Another name of eph.ron (עֶפְרוֹן "(Mount )Ephron" H6085H)
Usage: Occurs in 339 OT verses. KJV: sea ([idiom] -faring man, (-shore)), south, west (-ern, side, -ward). See also: Genesis 1:10; Joshua 17:10; Psalms 8:9.
וְ/כָל
kôl
H3605
"all"
Conj | N-ms
The Hebrew word for 'all' or 'everything' is used throughout the Bible, like in Genesis 1:31, where God sees all He has made as very good. It encompasses the entirety of something, whether people, things, or situations.
Definition: 1) all, the whole 1a) all, the whole of 1b) any, each, every, anything 1c) totality, everything Aramaic equivalent: kol (כֹּל "all" H3606)
Usage: Occurs in 4242 OT verses. KJV: (in) all (manner, (ye)), altogether, any (manner), enough, every (one, place, thing), howsoever, as many as, (no-) thing, ought, whatsoever, (the) whole, whoso(-ever). See also: Genesis 1:21; Genesis 17:10; Genesis 41:40.
תְּהוֹמֽוֹת
tᵉhôwm
H8415
"abyss"
N-cp
Tehom refers to the deep waters of the ocean or sea, including the subterranean water supply. It can also describe the primeval ocean or the abyss.
Definition: 1) deep, depths, deep places, abyss, the deep, sea 1a) deep (of subterranean waters) 1b) deep, sea, abysses (of sea) 1c) primeval ocean, deep 1d) deep, depth (of river) 1e) abyss, the grave
Usage: Occurs in 35 OT verses. KJV: deep (place), depth. See also: Genesis 1:2; Psalms 78:15; Psalms 33:7.
Study Notes — Psalms 135:6
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- Psalms 135:6 Summary
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- Reflection Questions
- Gill's Exposition on Psalms 135:6
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Psalms 135:6
- Matthew Poole's Commentary on Psalms 135:6
- Trapp's Commentary on Psalms 135:6
- Ellicott's Commentary on Psalms 135:6
- Adam Clarke's Commentary on Psalms 135:6
- Cambridge Bible on Psalms 135:6
- Barnes' Notes on Psalms 135:6
- Sermons on Psalms 135:6
Context — Give Praise, O Servants of the LORD
4For the LORD has chosen Jacob as His own, Israel as His treasured possession.
5For I know that the LORD is great; our Lord is above all gods.
6The LORD does all that pleases Him in the heavens and on the earth, in the seas and in all their depths.
7He causes the clouds to rise from the ends of the earth. He generates the lightning with the rain and brings forth the wind from His storehouses. 8He struck down the firstborn of Egypt, of both man and beast.Cross References
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| 1 | Daniel 4:35 | All the peoples of the earth are counted as nothing, and He does as He pleases with the army of heaven and the peoples of the earth. There is no one who can restrain His hand or say to Him, ‘What have You done?’” |
| 2 | Psalms 115:3 | Our God is in heaven; He does as He pleases. |
| 3 | Matthew 28:18 | Then Jesus came to them and said, “All authority in heaven and on earth has been given to Me. |
| 4 | Isaiah 46:10 | I declare the end from the beginning, and ancient times from what is still to come. I say, ‘My purpose will stand, and all My good pleasure I will accomplish.’ |
| 5 | Psalms 33:9 | For He spoke, and it came to be; He commanded, and it stood firm. |
| 6 | Matthew 8:26–27 | “You of little faith,” Jesus replied, “why are you so afraid?” Then He got up and rebuked the winds and the sea, and it was perfectly calm. The men were amazed and asked, “What kind of man is this? Even the winds and the sea obey Him!” |
| 7 | Psalms 33:11 | The counsel of the LORD stands forever, the purposes of His heart to all generations. |
| 8 | Amos 9:6 | He builds His upper rooms in the heavens and founds His vault upon the earth. He summons the waters of the sea and pours them over the face of the earth. The LORD is His name. |
| 9 | Amos 4:13 | For behold, He who forms the mountains, who creates the wind and reveals His thoughts to man, who turns the dawn to darkness and strides on the heights of the earth— the LORD, the God of Hosts, is His name.” |
| 10 | Psalms 136:13–15 | 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. |
Psalms 135:6 Summary
[This verse tells us that God is all-powerful and can do anything He wants, whenever He wants, in the whole universe, as seen in Jeremiah 32:17. He is in control of everything, from the highest heavens to the deepest parts of the sea. This means we can trust Him with our lives and know that He is working all things for our good, as Romans 8:28 reminds us. By understanding God's sovereignty, we can have peace and comfort, knowing He is always in control.]
Frequently Asked Questions
What does it mean that the Lord does all that pleases Him?
This verse emphasizes God's sovereignty, meaning He has the power and authority to do whatever He desires, as seen in Psalms 115:3 and Jeremiah 32:17, where it says God's power has no limit.
Is God's power limited to the earth?
According to Psalms 135:6, God's power extends to the heavens, the earth, the seas, and all their depths, demonstrating His unlimited and universal authority, similar to what is stated in Job 38:1-7.
How does this verse relate to our daily lives?
Understanding that God is in control and does all that pleases Him can bring comfort and peace, as stated in Romans 8:28, reminding us that God works all things for the good of those who love Him.
Does this mean God causes evil or bad things to happen?
While God is sovereign over all, the Bible also teaches that God is not the author of evil, as seen in James 1:13-14, and that He can bring good out of evil circumstances, as shown in Genesis 50:20.
Reflection Questions
- What are some areas in my life where I need to surrender to God's sovereignty and trust in His good plans?
- How does recognizing God's power and authority in all things impact my prayer life and trust in Him?
- In what ways can I demonstrate reverence and worship for God's majesty and power, as described in this verse?
- What are some specific things I can thank God for today, recognizing that He does all that pleases Him for my good and His glory?
Gill's Exposition on Psalms 135:6
Whatsoever the Lord pleased, [that] did he,.... In creation, producing into being what creatures he thought fit; in providence, doing according to his will in heaven and in earth; in grace,
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Psalms 135:6
Whatsoever the LORD pleased, that did he in heaven, and in earth, in the seas, and all deep places. Whatsoever the Lord pleased, that did he in heaven, and in earth - from Psalms 115:3.
Matthew Poole's Commentary on Psalms 135:6
Whatsoever the Lord pleased, either in, the creation or government of them, that did he in heaven and in earth; his power and jurisdiction is universal, and not like that of the heathen gods, which is confined to their several countries. In the seas, and all deep places; in the visible seas, and in those invisible depths, both of earth, and of the waters which are contained in the bowels of the earth.
Trapp's Commentary on Psalms 135:6
Psalms 135:6 Whatsoever the LORD pleased, [that] did he in heaven, and in earth, in the seas, and all deep places.Ver. 6. Whatsoever the Lord pleased] This the heathens did never seriously affirm of any their dunghill deities; sure it is that none of them could say, I know it to be so. De diis utrum sint, non ausim affirmare, said one of their wise men.
Ellicott's Commentary on Psalms 135:6
(5, 6) Adapted from Psalms 115:3.
Adam Clarke's Commentary on Psalms 135:6
Verse 6. Whatsoever the Lord pleased] All that he has done is right, and therefore it is pleasing in his sight. He is the author of all existence. Angels, men, spirits, the heavens, the earth, and all their contents, were made by him, and are under his control.
Cambridge Bible on Psalms 135:6
6. Whatsoever Jehovah pleased hath he done, In heaven, and in earth, in the seas and all deeps. The first line is identical with Psalms 115:3 b: the second is based on Exodus 20:4. The deeps are “the waters under the earth,” the subterranean abyss of waters on which the earth was thought to rest. Cp. Psalms 24:2; Psalms 136:6.
Barnes' Notes on Psalms 135:6
Whatsoever the Lord pleased - God is an absolute sovereign. He has formed a plan, and has carried it out. He has made the world as he chose, and he has ordered all its arrangements according to his own pleasure.
Sermons on Psalms 135:6
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God's Love for Himself by Michael Durham | In this sermon, the preacher focuses on the theme of God's love, specifically referencing John's first epistle chapter 4, verse 7 and 8. The preacher emphasizes the importance of l |
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Predestination by Thomas Bradbury | Thomas Bradbury preaches on the unfailing mercy and inexhaustible patience of God towards His wayward children, highlighting His gracious dealings in restoring, saving, and deliver |
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The Sovereignty of God in Creation by A.W. Pink | A.W. Pink emphasizes the absolute sovereignty of God in creation, illustrating how God's will and pleasure govern all aspects of the universe, from the grandest celestial bodies to |
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God's Tools and Instruments by Thomas Brooks | Thomas Brooks emphasizes God's sovereignty over all events, including disasters like the fire that devastated London. He asserts that every judgment, whether it be calamity or pros |
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Defining Revival by Glenn Meldrum | Glenn Meldrum preaches about the powerful 1859 Ulster Revival in Coleraine, where a young boy's salvation sparked a school-wide spiritual awakening, leading to deep repentance and |
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Why Revival Tarries by William McCrea | In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the importance of attending prayer meetings and participating in gospel campaigns. He highlights the significance of prayer in serving God a |
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The Sovereignty of God by A.W. Pink | A.W. Pink emphasizes the sovereignty of God as a foundational truth that has been neglected in contemporary discourse. He explains that God's sovereignty signifies His supremacy, k |