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1 Chronicles 16:26 net — For all the gods of the nations are worthless, but the LORD made the heavens.

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"For all the gods of the nations are worthless, but the LORD made the heavens."

— 1 Chronicles 16:26, NET Bible

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1 Chronicles 16 — Context

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Sing to the LORD, all the earth! Announce every day how he delivers!

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Tell the nations about his splendor, tell all the nations about his miraculous deeds!

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For the LORD is great and certainly worthy of praise, he is more awesome than all gods.

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

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Majestic splendor emanates from him, he is the source of strength and joy.

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Ascribe to the LORD, O families of the nations, ascribe to the LORD splendor and strength!

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Ascribe to the LORD the splendor he deserves! Bring an offering and enter his presence! Worship the LORD in holy attire!

1 Chronicles 16:26 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does 1 Chronicles 16:26 say?
1 Chronicles 16:26 in the NET Bible reads: “For all the gods of the nations are worthless, but the LORD made the heavens.”
Where is 1 Chronicles 16:26 in the Bible?
1 Chronicles 16:26 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of 1 Chronicles, chapter 16, verse 26.
Who wrote 1 Chronicles?
1 Chronicles is traditionally attributed to Anonymous (traditionally Ezra). It was written c. 450–425 BC.
What is the book of 1 Chronicles about?
1 Chronicles retells Israel's history from a priestly, post-exilic perspective. After extensive genealogies, it focuses on David — his reign, his preparations for the temple, and the line through which God's eternal kingdom would come.
What are the major themes of 1 Chronicles?
1 Chronicles explores themes including Genealogy, David's Reign, Temple Preparation, Worship, Continuity. These themes shape the meaning and context of 1 Chronicles 16:26.
What translation should I read 1 Chronicles 16:26 in?
1 Chronicles 16:26 is available on GodsGoodBook in the King James Version (KJV), American Standard Version (ASV), World English Bible (WEB), NET Bible, Young's Literal Translation, Darby Bible, Douay-Rheims Bible, and the Bible in Basic English. Each translation reflects different translation philosophies — use the translation picker on this page to compare them, or browse our full translations directory.
How can I memorize 1 Chronicles 16:26?
1 Chronicles 16:26 reads (NET): “For all the gods of the nations are worthless, but the LORD made the heavens.” Read it aloud, break it into short phrases, repeat each phrase three times before adding the next, then put the phrases together. Reading it in multiple translations (above) often helps the meaning settle.
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