And with the blast of thy nostrils the waters were gathered together, the floods stood upright as an heap, and the depths were congealed in the heart of the sea.
By the power of your breath, the waters piled up together. The rushing floods stood straight up like a wall, and the deep waters became solid in the middle of the sea.
This verse describes how God miraculously parted the Red Sea by his powerful breath, making the waters stand up like walls so the Israelites could cross on dry ground.
📚 Historical Context
This verse is part of the Song of Moses, a poetic hymn sung by the Israelites after God miraculously parted the Red Sea to secure their escape from the pursuing Egyptian army. In this song, the language vividly portrays the divine power that caused the waters to pile up like walls, allowing the Israelites to cross on dry ground while the Egyptians were drowned. This event underscores the historical Exodus narrative, where God demonstrated His sovereignty and faithfulness to deliver His people from slavery in Egypt.
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