Psalms 136:13 Meaning and Explanation
“To him which divided the Red sea into parts: for his mercy endureth for ever:”
King James Version (KJV)
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Read Full Chapter →God's division of the Red Sea created a path for Israel's escape.
The Context of Psalms 136:13
The miraculous parting of the Red Sea during the Exodus.
What Does Psalms 136:13 Mean?
The parting of the Red Sea is among the most renowned miracles in scripture. The division of water itself is a demonstration of power that defies natural law. God opened a passage through an impossible barrier, making a way where none seemed to exist.
This miracle serves both as deliverance and as a sign of God's supreme authority over creation. Water, which could drown and destroy, was subject to God's word and will. The people witnessed directly that their God commanded the very elements.
Psalms 136:13 in the Original Language
baqa (בָּקַע), 'divided' — to split, cleave, or tear apart.
Frequently Asked Questions About Psalms 136:13
What does Psalms 136:13 mean?
God's division of the Red Sea created a path for Israel's escape.
What is the context of Psalms 136:13?
The miraculous parting of the Red Sea during the Exodus.