Psalms 89:25 Made Simple

KJV ORIGINAL

I will set his hand also in the sea, and his right hand in the rivers.

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✦ MADE SIMPLE

I will give him power over the sea, and his right hand will rule over the rivers.

⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE

God is promising to give someone complete authority over vast waters and territories.

📚 Historical Context

This verse is part of Psalm 89, which celebrates God's covenant with King David. The psalmist is recounting God's promises about David's dynasty and the future Messiah who would come from his lineage. In ancient times, control over seas and rivers represented dominion over trade routes, boundaries, and vast territories.

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