KJV ORIGINAL
I am the LORD thy God, which brought thee out of the land of Egypt: open thy mouth wide, and I will fill it.
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✦ MADE SIMPLE
I am the LORD your God, who brought you out of Egypt: open your mouth wide, and I will fill it.
⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE
God is reminding His people that He rescued them from slavery and promises to provide abundantly for all their needs if they simply ask.
📚 Historical Context
This psalm recalls God's deliverance of the Israelites from slavery in Egypt, one of the foundational events in Jewish history. The verse echoes God's covenant relationship with His people, reminding them of His past faithfulness as the basis for trusting Him in the present. The imagery of opening one's mouth wide suggests complete dependence and expectation of God's provision, much like a baby bird waiting to be fed by its parent.
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