Psalms 78:13 Meaning and Explanation
“He divided the sea, and caused them to pass through; and he made the waters to stand as an heap.”
King James Version (KJV)
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Read Full Chapter →God parted the sea and allowed the Israelites to cross while making the waters stand like a wall.
The Context of Psalms 78:13
God miraculously parted the sea so Israel could cross on dry ground.
What Does Psalms 78:13 Mean?
The parting of the Red Sea is the first and most dramatic of the wonders. 'Divided the sea' describes God's action to create a way of escape. The waters standing 'as an heap' suggests they were stacked up like a wall on either side of the path, emphasizing the miraculous suspension of natural law for the sake of deliverance.
This act combines judgment and mercy: it allows Israel to escape while setting up the destruction of their pursuers. The sheer impossibility of the event—water suspended vertically—makes it a pure demonstration of divine power beyond human manipulation or natural process.
Psalms 78:13 in the Original Language
yam (יָם), 'sea' — the body of water separating Egypt from Sinai, here divided by God's command for Israel's deliverance.
Frequently Asked Questions About Psalms 78:13
What does Psalms 78:13 mean?
God parted the sea and allowed the Israelites to cross while making the waters stand like a wall.
What is the context of Psalms 78:13?
God miraculously parted the sea so Israel could cross on dry ground.