King James Version

What Does Psalms 105:5 Mean?

Psalms 105:5 in the King James Version says “Remember his marvellous works that he hath done; his wonders, and the judgments of his mouth; — study this verse from Psalms chapter 105 with commentary, cross-references, and original Hebrew word analysis.

Remember his marvellous works that he hath done; his wonders, and the judgments of his mouth;

Psalms 105:5 · KJV


Context

3

Glory ye in his holy name: let the heart of them rejoice that seek the LORD.

4

Seek the LORD, and his strength: seek his face evermore.

5

Remember his marvellous works that he hath done; his wonders, and the judgments of his mouth;

6

O ye seed of Abraham his servant, ye children of Jacob his chosen.

7

He is the LORD our God: his judgments are in all the earth.


Commentary

KJV Study Commentary
Remembering (zakar) God's marvelous works, wonders, and judgments demonstrates covenant faithfulness. Memory is active in Hebrew thought—not mere recall but rehearsing and applying. The three terms (marvelous works, wonders, judgments) comprehensively describe God's redemptive acts. Remembering prevents forgetting, which leads to apostasy (Deut 8:11-14). Christ instituted the Lord's Supper as memorial (Luke 22:19), commanding believers to remember His work. The Reformed emphasis on Scripture reading and preaching serves this memorial function.

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Historical & Cultural Context

Israel's festivals, particularly Passover, functioned as formal remembrances of God's deliverance. This verse calls for personal, continual remembrance beyond annual celebrations.

Reflection Questions

  1. What practices help you regularly remember God's works rather than forgetting His faithfulness?
  2. How does remembering God's past faithfulness strengthen your trust in present circumstances?

Original Language Analysis

Hebrew · 7 words
זִכְר֗וּ1 of 7

Remember

H2142

properly, to mark (so as to be recognized), i.e., to remember; by implication, to mention; to be male

נִפְלְאוֹתָ֥יו2 of 7

his marvellous works

H6381

properly, perhaps to separate, i.e., distinguish (literally or figuratively); by implication, to be (causatively, make) great, difficult, wonderful

אֲשֶׁר3 of 7
H834

who, which, what, that; also (as an adverb and a conjunction) when, where, how, because, in order that, etc

עָשָׂ֑ה4 of 7

that he hath done

H6213

to do or make, in the broadest sense and widest application

מֹ֝פְתָ֗יו5 of 7

his wonders

H4159

a miracle; by implication, a token or omen

וּמִשְׁפְּטֵי6 of 7

and the judgments

H4941

properly, a verdict (favorable or unfavorable) pronounced judicially, especially a sentence or formal decree (human or (participant's) divine law, ind

פִֽיו׃7 of 7

of his mouth

H6310

the mouth (as the means of blowing), whether literal or figurative (particularly speech); specifically edge, portion or side; adverbially (with prepos


Study Guide

Historical Context

This verse is found in the book of Psalms. Understanding the historical and cultural background helps illuminate its meaning for the original audience and for us today.

Theological Significance

Psalms 105:5 contributes to our understanding of God's character and His relationship with humanity. Consider how this verse connects to the broader themes of Scripture.

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