Psalms 118:3

3 1Let the house of Aaron say, "His steadfast love endures forever."

Psalms 118:3 Meaning and Commentary

Psalms 118:3

Let the house of Aaron now say, that his mercy [endureth] for
ever.
] The priests and Levites that blessed the people, and taught them the knowledge of divine things; but not these literally, at least not only these, since the priesthood of Aaron is changed, and the law of it abrogated, and all believers are now priests unto God, and offer up spiritual sacrifices to him; and particularly the sacrifice of praise for his grace and mercy, the perpetuity of which they should publish and proclaim all abroad.

Psalms 118:3 In-Context

1 Oh give thanks to the LORD, for he is good; for his steadfast love endures forever!
2 Let Israel say, "His steadfast love endures forever."
3 Let the house of Aaron say, "His steadfast love endures forever."
4 Let those who fear the LORD say, "His steadfast love endures forever."
5 Out of my distress I called on the LORD; the LORD answered me and set me free.

Cross References 1

  • 1. [See ver. 2 above]
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