Psalms 117
1 O praise the LORD, all ye nations: praise him, all ye people.
2 For his merciful kindness is great toward us: and the truth of the LORD endureth for ever. Praise ye the LORD.
Common Questions About Psalms 117
What is unique about Psalm 117?
It is the shortest chapter in the Bible, just two verses, calling all nations to praise the Lord for His steadfast love and enduring faithfulness.
How is Psalm 117 used in the New Testament?
Romans 15:11 quotes this psalm as part of Paul's argument that God's salvation was always intended to reach the Gentiles, not Israel alone.
Have a different question about this chapter? Ask the Bible Chat Bot below.
Questions to Think About
- How does even the shortest psalm still carry a global vision of worship among 'all nations'?
- What would it look like for your own praise to be as simple and direct as this two-verse psalm?
Ask the Bible Chat Bot below if you'd like to talk through any of these.
