KJV ORIGINAL
To him that smote Egypt in their firstborn: for his mercy endureth for ever:
Close to the original. Clear modern English.
✦ MADE SIMPLE
To Him who struck down Egypt's firstborn children: for His mercy lasts forever:
⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE
The writer is praising God for delivering Israel from Egypt through the final plague, recognizing that even God's judgment flows from His eternal love and mercy toward His people.
📚 Historical Context
This refers to the tenth and final plague God sent upon Egypt when Pharaoh refused to let the Israelites go - the death of every firstborn in Egyptian households. This devastating event finally convinced Pharaoh to release the Hebrew slaves, leading to the Exodus from Egypt around 1400-1200 BCE.
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