Psalms 66:6 Meaning and Explanation
“He turned the sea into dry land: they went through the flood on foot: there did we rejoice in him.”
King James Version (KJV)
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Read Full Chapter →God made a path through the sea, and the people crossed on dry ground with rejoicing.
The Context of Psalms 66:6
The first of several historical examples: the Red Sea crossing, Israel's most foundational experience of divine deliverance.
What Does Psalms 66:6 Mean?
This refers to the crossing of the Red Sea during the exodus from Egypt. God did not merely enable an escape; He transformed the very nature of water into passable ground. The people walked through as if on land, a feat impossible by natural means.
The psalmist's use of we rejoiced makes the ancient deliverance present and personal. Though generations may have passed, the people identify with that moment of salvation and share in the joy of witnessing God's power firsthand.
Psalms 66:6 in the Original Language
turned (הָפַךְ, hafakh) — to turn, overturn, or transform.
Frequently Asked Questions About Psalms 66:6
What does Psalms 66:6 mean?
God made a path through the sea, and the people crossed on dry ground with rejoicing.
What is the context of Psalms 66:6?
The first of several historical examples: the Red Sea crossing, Israel's most foundational experience of divine deliverance.