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
This refers to the miraculous provision of water during Israel's wilderness wandering after leaving Egypt. When the people were dying of thirst, God instructed Moses to strike a rock, and fresh water gushed out abundantly (Exodus 17:1-7, Numbers 20:7-11). This psalm recounts God's faithful care during their 40-year journey through the desert.
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