Psalms 105:16
“Moreover he called for a famine upon the land: he brake the whole staff of bread.”
Psalms 105:16 in 7 translations
- KJVKing James Version
- Moreover he called for a famine upon the land: he brake the whole staff of bread.
- DRADouay–Rheims
- And he called a famine upon the land: and he broke in pieces all the support of bread.
- ASVAmerican Standard Version
- And he called for a famine upon the land; He brake the whole staff of bread.
- DARBYDarby
- And he called for a famine upon the land; he broke the whole staff of bread.
- WEBThe World English Bible
- He called for a famine on the land. He destroyed the food supplies.
- YLTYoung's Literal Translation
- And He calleth a famine on the land, The whole staff of bread He hath broken.
- BPVBiblePics Version
- He called for a famine upon the land; He broke the whole supply of bread.
Context: Psalms 105
14He suffered no man to do them wrong: yea, he reproved kings for their sakes;
15Saying, Touch not mine anointed, and do my prophets no harm.
16Moreover he called for a famine upon the land: he brake the whole staff of bread.
17He sent a man before them, even Joseph, who was sold for a servant:
18Whose feet they hurt with fetters: he was laid in iron:
About Psalms 105: Remembering God's Faithfulness
Psalm 105 is a reminder of God's faithfulness throughout history. The psalmist retells the stories of God's covenant with Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob, and how God protected and provided for the Israelites during their time in Egypt and their journey to the Promised Land. The psalmist encourages readers to give thanks and praise to God for all that He has done.
Commentary
Psalm 105 serves as a testimony to God's steadfast love and commitment to His people. It reminds us of the power of remembering our history and God's faithfulness. We can find comfort and strength in knowing that God has been faithful to His promises throughout history and will continue to be faithful in our lives today. This psalm inspires us to reflect and give thanks for the ways God has shown His love and grace to us. It also encourages us to have faith in the Lord as we face our own trials and challenges, knowing that God is always with us and will never forsake us.