Verse

Psalms 136:18

A church father on this verse

“"Who smote great kings" [Psalm 136:17], "and slew famous kings" [Psalm 136:18]. From us too He smites and slays the deadly powers of the devil.”

Augustine of Hippo, 5th c. — Exposition on Psalm 136

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¹⁸And slew famous kings: for his mercy endureth for ever:

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¹⁶To him which led his people through the wilderness: for his mercy endureth for ever.

¹⁷To him which smote great kings: for his mercy endureth for ever:

— Psalms 136:18 —

¹⁹Sihon king of the Amorites: for his mercy endureth for ever:

²⁰And Og the king of Bashan: for his mercy endureth for ever: