Psalms 18:15 Meaning and Explanation
“Then the channels of waters were seen, and the foundations of the world were discovered at thy rebuke, O LORD, at the blast of the breath of thy nostrils.”
King James Version (KJV)
Read this verse in context with translation switching:
Read Full Chapter →God's rebuke lays bare the deep structures of creation, showing his authority over all things.
The Context of Psalms 18:15
God's power is so complete that even the hidden foundations of creation obey his rebuke.
What Does Psalms 18:15 Mean?
The bedrock of earth itself becomes visible at God's word. 'Channels of waters' and 'foundations of the world' suggest God strips away all that obscures reality—water courses become visible, the ground opens. This is not geology but revelation: God's power reshapes perception itself.
'At thy rebuke' and 'at the blast of thy nostrils'—God needs only speak or breathe, and the whole world rearranges. No effort, no struggle: his will and the material world align perfectly. For the psalmist's enemies, this is absolute demonstration of futility.
Frequently Asked Questions About Psalms 18:15
What does Psalms 18:15 mean?
God's rebuke lays bare the deep structures of creation, showing his authority over all things.
What is the context of Psalms 18:15?
God's power is so complete that even the hidden foundations of creation obey his rebuke.