Fear and dread shall fall upon them; by the greatness of thine arm they shall be as still as a stone; till thy people pass over, O LORD, till the people pass over, which thou hast purchased.
Fear and terror will come over them; because of your mighty power they will become as motionless as a stone, until your people cross over, O LORD, until the people you have bought with a price pass through safely.
This verse is saying that God's enemies will be paralyzed with fear by His awesome power, allowing His chosen people to pass through safely.
📚 Historical Context
This verse is part of the Song of Moses and Miriam, sung after God miraculously parted the Red Sea and the Israelites escaped from Egypt. The Israelites had just witnessed God's incredible power in drowning Pharaoh's army and delivering them from 400 years of slavery. This song celebrates both their recent deliverance and looks forward to God continuing to protect them as they journey to the Promised Land.
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