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I will sing of your mercy forever, Lord(A)
    proclaim your faithfulness through all ages.
[a]For I said, “My mercy is established forever;
    my faithfulness will stand as long as the heavens.

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Footnotes

  1. 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.

II

The heavens praise your marvels, Lord,
    your loyalty in the assembly of the holy ones.(A)
Who in the skies ranks with the Lord?
    Who is like the Lord among the sons of the gods?[a](B)

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Footnotes

  1. 89:7 The sons of the gods: “the holy ones” and “courtiers” of Ps 89:6, 8. These heavenly spirits are members of God’s court.

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)

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