Psalms 78:15 Meaning and Explanation
“He clave the rocks in the wilderness, and gave them drink as out of the great depths.”
King James Version (KJV)
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The Context of Psalms 78:15
God miraculously caused water to flow from rock when the people were thirsty in the wilderness.
What Does Psalms 78:15 Mean?
'Clave' (split or divided) the rocks is another miraculous provision. In a barren wilderness where water is scarce and precious, God opens solid rock to provide drink. The phrase 'as out of the great depths' suggests abundant water, not a trickle but a flow substantial enough to quench the thirst of a multitude.
This act demonstrates God's power to provide what the people cannot obtain themselves. Water from rock is impossible by nature's rules but essential for survival. The miracle shows God's willingness to transcend natural constraints to meet his people's desperate need.
Psalms 78:15 in the Original Language
sela (סֶלַע), 'rock' — solid stone, here opened by God's power to become a source of life-sustaining water.
Frequently Asked Questions About Psalms 78:15
What does Psalms 78:15 mean?
God split rocks in the wilderness to provide water for the thirsty people.
What is the context of Psalms 78:15?
God miraculously caused water to flow from rock when the people were thirsty in the wilderness.