Wherefore it is said in the book of the wars of the LORD, What he did in the Red sea, and in the brooks of Arnon,
That's why it's written in the Book of the Wars of the LORD about what He did at the Red Sea and at the streams of Arnon,
This verse references an ancient book that recorded God's mighty acts of war, including His victories at the Red Sea and the Arnon River.
📚 Historical Context
The Israelites were traveling through the wilderness toward the Promised Land when they encountered various enemies. The 'Book of the Wars of the LORD' was apparently an ancient collection of songs and records about God's military victories on behalf of Israel. The Red Sea refers to the famous crossing when God delivered Israel from Egypt, while the brooks of Arnon were streams near where Israel had recent victories over enemy kings.
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