Psalms 106:8
“Nevertheless he saved them for his name's sake, that he might make his mighty power to be known.”
Psalms 106:8 in 7 translations
- KJVKing James Version
- Nevertheless he saved them for his name's sake, that he might make his mighty power to be known.
- DRADouay–Rheims
- And he saved them for his own name's sake: that he might make his power known.
- ASVAmerican Standard Version
- Nevertheless he saved them for his name's sake, That he might make his mighty power to be known.
- DARBYDarby
- Yet he saved them for his name's sake, that he might make known his might.
- WEBThe World English Bible
- Nevertheless he saved them for his name's sake, that he might make his mighty power known.
- YLTYoung's Literal Translation
- And He saveth them for His name's sake, To make known His might,
- BPVBiblePics Version
- Yet, He saved them for His name's sake, to make His mighty power known.
Context: Psalms 106
6We have sinned with our fathers, we have committed iniquity, we have done wickedly.
7Our fathers understood not thy wonders in Egypt; they remembered not the multitude of thy mercies; but provoked him at the sea, even at the Red sea.
8Nevertheless he saved them for his name's sake, that he might make his mighty power to be known.
9He rebuked the Red sea also, and it was dried up: so he led them through the depths, as through the wilderness.
10And he saved them from the hand of him that hated them, and redeemed them from the hand of the enemy.
About Psalms 106: Remembering God's Faithfulness
Psalm 106 is a reflection on Israel's historical journey with God. The psalmist recounts the nation's rebellious acts, such as forgetting God's miracles and disobeying His commands, which resulted in judgment and captivity. Despite their disobedience, however, the psalmist acknowledges God's unfailing love and faithfulness towards His people. The psalm concludes with a plea for God to rescue His people once again and for them to praise His name forever.
Commentary
This psalm serves as a reminder of God's faithfulness and the consequences of disobedience. It highlights the importance of remembering God's past faithfulness in our lives and avoiding the pitfalls of complacency and forgetfulness. The psalmist's plea for deliverance also reminds us of our dependence on God and our need to continually seek Him. As we reflect on our own journeys with God, may we too remember His faithfulness and remain steadfast in obedience to His commands.