O Lord GOD, thou hast begun to shew thy servant thy greatness, and thy mighty hand: for what God is there in heaven or in earth, that can do according to thy works, and according to thy might?
O Lord God, you have started to show me, your servant, your greatness and your powerful hand. What god in heaven or on earth can do the works you do, or has the might that you have?
Moses is praising God's unmatched power and greatness, acknowledging that no other god anywhere can compare to what the Lord has done.
📚 Historical Context
In the book of Deuteronomy, Moses is delivering his final speeches to the Israelites on the plains of Moab, just before they enter the Promised Land, as he recounts God's faithfulness in their wilderness journey. He reflects on the recent military victories over kings like Og of Bashan and Sihon of the Amorites, which were direct results of God's intervention and power. This verse is part of Moses' prayer of praise, where he marvels at God's unmatched strength and wonders in comparison to any other deity.
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