When they were but a few men in number; yea, very few, and strangers in it.
When they were only a small group of people; yes, very few in number, and foreigners in the land.
This verse describes how God's people started as just a tiny group of outsiders in a foreign land.
📚 Historical Context
Psalm 105 is a hymn that celebrates God's faithfulness to the Israelites by recounting their history from Abraham onward, emphasizing how God protected and guided them despite their vulnerabilities. This specific verse refers to the early patriarchs, such as Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob, who were a small group of people living as strangers in the land of Canaan, long before they grew into a nation. It highlights the humble beginnings of God's chosen people as part of His covenant promises.
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