Psalms 105:41
“He opened the rock, and the waters gushed out; they ran in the dry places like a river.”
Psalms 105:41 in 7 translations
- KJVKing James Version
- He opened the rock, and the waters gushed out; they ran in the dry places like a river.
- DRADouay–Rheims
- He opened the rock, and waters flowed: rivers ran down in the dry land.
- ASVAmerican Standard Version
- He opened the rock, and waters gushed out; They ran in the dry places like a river.
- DARBYDarby
- He opened the rock, and waters gushed forth; they ran in the dry places like a river.
- WEBThe World English Bible
- He opened the rock, and waters gushed out. They ran as a river in the dry places.
- YLTYoung's Literal Translation
- He hath opened a rock, and waters issue, They have gone on in dry places ; a river.
- BPVBiblePics Version
- He split open the rock, and the waters flowed out; they streamed through the dry land like a river.
Context: Psalms 105
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.
42For he remembered his holy promise, and Abraham his servant.
43And he brought forth his people with joy, and his chosen with gladness:
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.