2 Samuel 22:9
2 Samuel 22:9 Meaning and Explanation
“There went up a smoke out of his nostrils, and fire out of his mouth devoured: coals were kindled by it.”
King James Version (KJV)
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Read Full Chapter →Smoke and devouring fire pour from God as He comes in power.
What Does 2 Samuel 22:9 Mean?
The storm-vision intensifies. Smoke rises and fire goes out from God, kindling coals as it consumes. The language is fierce and physical, borrowing the imagery of a thundercloud breathing flame, to convey the overwhelming might of the One who comes to save.
Such pictures are meant to stir awe. The God who hears the weakest cry is also the God before whom fire goes out. His tenderness and His terrible power are not opposites; the same love that bends low to listen rises in blazing strength against all that would destroy His own.
Frequently Asked Questions About 2 Samuel 22:9
What does 2 Samuel 22:9 mean?
Smoke and devouring fire pour from God as He comes in power.