KJV ORIGINAL
He telleth the number of the stars; he calleth them all by their names.
Close to the original. Clear modern English.
✦ MADE SIMPLE
He counts every single star and knows each one by name.
⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE
God is so powerful and personal that He knows and names every star in the vast universe.
📚 Historical Context
Psalm 147 is a hymn of praise likely written after the Babylonian exile, celebrating God's power in creation and His faithfulness to Israel as they rebuilt their nation. In the ancient Near East, stars were often worshipped as deities by surrounding cultures, but this verse emphasizes that the God of Israel personally counts and names them, showcasing His supreme authority over the cosmos. This reflects the broader biblical narrative of God's creative sovereignty, as described in the opening chapters of Genesis.
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