Psalm 89:2-3
New American Bible (Revised Edition)
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I
2 I will sing of your mercy forever, Lord(A)
proclaim your faithfulness through all ages.
3 [a]For I said, “My mercy is established forever;
my faithfulness will stand as long as the heavens.
Footnotes
- 89:3–5 David’s dynasty is to be as long-lasting as the heavens, a statement reinforced by using the same verbs (establish, stand) both of the divine love and loyalty and of the Davidic dynasty and throne, cf. Ps 89:29–30.
Psalm 89:16-17
New American Bible (Revised Edition)
16 Blessed the people who know the war cry,
who walk in the radiance of your face, Lord.
17 In your name they sing joyfully all the day;
they rejoice in your righteousness.(A)
Psalm 89:18-19
New American Bible (Revised Edition)
18 You are their majestic strength;
by your favor our horn[a] is exalted.(A)
19 Truly the Lord is our shield,
the Holy One of Israel, our king!(B)
Footnotes
- 89:18, 25 Horn: a concrete noun for an abstract quality; horn is a symbol of strength.
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