preceding psalm. Psalm 135 contrasts the LORD and his people with the nations and their idols. Psalm 136 expounds the steadfast love of the LORD. Both psalms may be drawing on common oral worship traditions. A clue to the psalm’s use in the postexilic assembly may be found in 2 Chronicles 7:1–6. Introductory Summons to Thankful Praise, 136:1–3 Motivation: The LORD’s Great Wonders, 136:4–25 136:4–9 The LORD’s Majesty in Creation 136:10–22 The LORD’s Wonders in the History of Israel 136:23–25