Psalm 117

As the shortest chapter in the entire Bible, this brief hymn sits near the end of the Egyptian Hallel collection in Book V of Psalms. In just two verses, it extends an inclusive call to all nations and peoples across the globe to praise God for merciful kindness and enduring truth. The concise text emphasizes that divine love is not restricted to one community but encompasses all humanity. Its brevity makes its universal scope especially memorable during worship gatherings. A key verse contains the universal invitation: 'O praise the LORD, all ye nations: praise him, all ye people.' The psalm highlights enduring faithfulness as cause for praise.