Psalms 105:39
“He spread a cloud for a covering; and fire to give light in the night.”
Psalms 105:39 in 7 translations
- KJVKing James Version
- He spread a cloud for a covering; and fire to give light in the night.
- DRADouay–Rheims
- He spread a cloud for their protection, and fire to give them light in the night.
- ASVAmerican Standard Version
- He spread a cloud for a covering, And fire to give light in the night.
- DARBYDarby
- He spread a cloud for a covering, and fire to give light in the night.
- WEBThe World English Bible
- He spread a cloud for a covering, fire to give light in the night.
- YLTYoung's Literal Translation
- He hath spread a cloud for a covering, And fire to enlighten the night.
- BPVBiblePics Version
- That they might observe His statutes and keep His laws. Praise the Lord. ###
Context: Psalms 105
37He brought them forth also with silver and gold: and there was not one feeble person among their tribes.
38Egypt was glad when they departed: for the fear of them fell upon them.
39He spread a cloud for a covering; and fire to give light in the night.
40The people asked, and he brought quails, and satisfied them with the bread of heaven.
41He opened the rock, and the waters gushed out; they ran in the dry places like a river.
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.