He sheweth his word unto Jacob, his statutes and his judgments unto Israel.
He reveals his word to Jacob, his laws and decisions to Israel.
God is showing that He specially reveals His teachings and laws to His chosen people, Jacob (Israel).
📚 Historical Context
In the Old Testament, Psalm 147 is a hymn of praise that celebrates God's provision and protection for Israel, written likely during or after the Babylonian exile when the nation was rebuilding. This verse highlights how God specifically revealed His laws, statutes, and judgments to Jacob, later called Israel, through key events like the giving of the Ten Commandments at Mount Sinai, emphasizing the special covenant He established with them as His chosen people. This underscores the historical role of Israel as a nation set apart to receive and live by God's divine instructions.
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