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Psalms 78:16

Made Simple — Modern English Translation

Translated by Verse Made Simple Editorial
KJV ORIGINAL
He brought streams also out of the rock, and caused waters to run down like rivers.
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✦ MADE SIMPLE

He brought streams of water out of the rock and made waters flow down like rivers.

⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE

This verse celebrates how God miraculously provided fresh water from solid rock to meet His people's desperate need.

📚 Historical Context

In the Book of Psalms, Chapter 78, the psalmist is retelling Israel's history to instruct future generations about God's faithfulness, drawing from events during the Exodus. This verse specifically refers to the miracle where God provided water from a rock for the thirsty Israelites in the wilderness, as described in Exodus 17 and Numbers 20. This act demonstrated God's supernatural provision and care for His people amid their desert journey.

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