Psalms 107:8

Old Testament Poetry/Hymns ASV (1901)

What does Psalms 107:8 say?

The American Standard Version records this verse as: “Oh that men would praise Jehovah for his lovingkindness, And for his wonderful works to the children of men!” Read the surrounding verses and the named sources below before drawing broader conclusions.

The verse

Oh that men would praise Jehovah for his lovingkindness, And for his wonderful works to the children of men!
Psalms 107:8 — American Standard Version

Context — Psalms 107

American Standard Version (1901) — public domain. Click any verse for its study page.
8Oh that men would praise Jehovah for his lovingkindness, And for his wonderful works to the children of men!

What do historical commentaries say?

John Gill's Exposition
John Gill (1697–1771) · Exposition of the Old and New Testament · 18th-century historical commentary
“O that men would praise the Lord for his goodness, etc.] For his providential goodness, in providing food and drink for them, when fainting; in directing them to their right way, when they had lost it; and in bringing them safe to the place they were bound for: and particularly for his special grace and goodness, in redemption and effectual calling; for bringing out of a wilderness state and condition, and supplying them with all spiritual provisions, and putting them in the right way to eternal glory and happiness. And for his wonderful works to the children of men! as all the above things are wonderful ones, both in providence and grace. This verse is repeated at the close of each of the…”
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Barnes' Notes
Albert Barnes (1798–1870) · Notes on the Whole Bible · 19th-century historical commentary
“Oh that men would praise the Lord for his goodness - More literally, “Let such - or, let these - praise the Lord for his goodness,” the word “men” having been supplied by our translators. Yet it is not improper to suppose that a wider range is intended than would be denoted if it were confined to those who had then been delivered. It was evidently designed to impress the minds of those who might use this psalm in their devotions; and the idea is, that the deliverance then vouchsafed to the people of God in their troubles should lead all to praise and adore him. Such a surprising interposition suggested an important lesson in regard to God, applicable to all people; and should lead all to…”
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Treasury of Scriptural Knowledge
R. A. Torrey and contributors · The Treasury of Scripture Knowledge · Cross-reference reference work
“Oh that men: Psa 107:15, Psa 107:21, Psa 107:31, Psa 81:13-16; Deu 5:29, Deu 32:29; Isa 48:18 praise: Psa 34:3, Psa 92:1, Psa 92:2, Psa 147:1; Isa 63:7 his wonderful: Psa 40:5, Psa 78:4, Psa 111:4; Dan 4:2, Dan 4:3, Dan 6:27 Psalms 107:9”
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