Psalms 136:21 Meaning and Explanation
“And gave their land for an heritage: for his mercy endureth for ever:”
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Read Full Chapter →God transferred the conquered territories to Israel as a permanent inheritance.
The Context of Psalms 136:21
The granting of conquered territories to Israel as permanent inheritance.
What Does Psalms 136:21 Mean?
The lands of defeated kings were not left as rubble or given to others but granted to Israel as an inheritance. Inheritance implies permanent possession, not temporary occupation. This act of transfer fulfilled the promise made to Israel's ancestors generations earlier.
Receiving land as heritage was essential to Israel's identity as a nation. It moved them from nomadic wanderers to a settled people with a homeland. The gift of land sealed God's covenant with Israel in a concrete, tangible way.
Psalms 136:21 in the Original Language
nachal (נָחַל), 'heritage' or 'inheritance' — possession passed down, especially land held by a family or people.
Frequently Asked Questions About Psalms 136:21
What does Psalms 136:21 mean?
God transferred the conquered territories to Israel as a permanent inheritance.
What is the context of Psalms 136:21?
The granting of conquered territories to Israel as permanent inheritance.