Psalms 105:29 Made Simple

KJV ORIGINAL

He turned their waters into blood, and slew their fish.

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✦ MADE SIMPLE

He turned their water into blood and killed their fish.

⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE

This verse describes how God turned Egypt's water into blood, killing all the fish as one of the plagues against Pharaoh.

📚 Historical Context

Psalm 105 is a hymn of praise that recounts God's faithful deliverance of Israel throughout their history, drawing from events like the Exodus to highlight His mighty works. This specific verse refers to the first plague in Egypt, where God turned the Nile River into blood, killing the fish as a judgment against Pharaoh and the Egyptians for their oppression of the Israelites. It serves as a reminder of God's power over nature and His role in enforcing justice for His people.

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