Psalms 107:1-3

Psalms 107:1-3

[1] O give thanks  unto the LORD,  for he is good:  for his mercy  endureth for ever.  [2] Let the redeemed  of the LORD  say  so, whom he hath redeemed  from the hand  of the enemy;  [3] And gathered  them out of the lands,  from the east,  and from the west,  from the north,  and from the south. 

What does Psalms 107:1-3 Mean?

Contextual Meaning

God"s people should thank Him because He is good and His loyal love endures forever. Those whom He has redeemed should be especially grateful for His liberating work for them and should publicly testify to His salvation. In view of Psalm 107:3, this psalm may date from the postexilic period of Israel"s history (cf. Psalm 107:10-16).