1 Chronicles 16:26

26 For all the gods of the nations are idols, but the LORD made the heavens.

1 Chronicles 16:26 in Other Translations

KJV
26 For all the gods of the people are idols: but the LORD made the heavens.
ESV
26 For all the gods of the peoples are idols, but the LORD made the heavens.
NLT
26 The gods of other nations are mere idols, but the LORD made the heavens!
MSG
26 All the popular gods are stuff and nonsense, but God made the cosmos!
CSB
26 For all the gods of the peoples are idols, but the Lord made the heavens.

1 Chronicles 16:26 Meaning and Commentary

1 Chronicles 95:26

(See Gill on Psalms 95:4)

1 Chronicles 16:26 In-Context

24 Declare his glory among the nations, his marvelous deeds among all peoples.
25 For great is the LORD and most worthy of praise; he is to be feared above all gods.
26 For all the gods of the nations are idols, but the LORD made the heavens.
27 Splendor and majesty are before him; strength and joy are in his dwelling place.
28 Ascribe to the LORD, all you families of nations, ascribe to the LORD glory and strength.

Cross References 1

  • 1. Leviticus 19:4; Psalms 8:3; Psalms 102:25
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