KJV ORIGINAL
Thou stretchedst out thy right hand, the earth swallowed them.
Close to the original. Clear modern English.
✦ MADE SIMPLE
You stretched out your right hand, and the earth swallowed them up.
⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE
This verse celebrates how God used His power to defeat the Egyptian army by having the earth swallow them.
📚 Historical Context
This verse is part of the Song of Moses in Exodus 15, a hymn of praise sung by the Israelites after God parted the Red Sea to deliver them from the Egyptian army during the Exodus. As the Egyptians pursued them into the dry path, God caused the waters to return, swallowing the chariots and soldiers, which showcased His divine judgment and protection of His people. This event occurred around the 13th century BC, symbolizing God's faithfulness in freeing Israel from slavery in Egypt.
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