Psalms 136:13 Made Simple

KJV ORIGINAL

To him which divided the Red sea into parts: for his mercy endureth for ever:

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✦ MADE SIMPLE

To God who split the Red Sea in two: because his love and kindness last forever.

⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE

This verse celebrates God's powerful rescue of the Israelites at the Red Sea, reminding us that his faithful love never ends.

📚 Historical Context

This refers to the miraculous parting of the Red Sea when Moses led the Israelites out of slavery in Egypt, as recorded in Exodus 14. God divided the waters so his people could escape Pharaoh's army on dry ground, then closed the sea to defeat their pursuers. This became one of the most celebrated examples of God's deliverance in Jewish history.

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