Psalm 106:22
New International Version
miracles in the land of Ham and awesome deeds by the Red Sea.

New Living Translation
such wonderful things in the land of Ham, such awesome deeds at the Red Sea.

English Standard Version
wondrous works in the land of Ham, and awesome deeds by the Red Sea.

Berean Standard Bible
wondrous works in the land of Ham, and awesome deeds by the Red Sea.

King James Bible
Wondrous works in the land of Ham, and terrible things by the Red sea.

New King James Version
Wondrous works in the land of Ham, Awesome things by the Red Sea.

New American Standard Bible
Wonders in the land of Ham, And awesome things by the Red Sea.

NASB 1995
Wonders in the land of Ham And awesome things by the Red Sea.

NASB 1977
Wonders in the land of Ham, And awesome things by the Red Sea.

Legacy Standard Bible
Wondrous deeds in the land of Ham And awesome things by the Red Sea.

Amplified Bible
Wonders in the land of Ham, Awesome things at the Red Sea.

Christian Standard Bible
wondrous works in the land of Ham, awe-inspiring acts at the Red Sea.

Holman Christian Standard Bible
wonderful works in the land of Ham, awe-inspiring acts at the Red Sea.

American Standard Version
Wondrous works in the land of Ham, And terrible things by the Red Sea.

Contemporary English Version
and the fearsome things you did at the Red Sea.

English Revised Version
Wondrous works in the land of Ham, and terrible things by the Red Sea.

GOD'S WORD® Translation
miracles in the land of Ham, and terrifying things at the Red Sea.

Good News Translation
What wonderful things he did there! What amazing things at the Red Sea!

International Standard Version
awesome deeds in the land of Ham, astonishing deeds at the Reed Sea.

Majority Standard Bible
wondrous works in the land of Ham, and awesome deeds by the Red Sea.

NET Bible
amazing feats in the land of Ham, mighty acts by the Red Sea.

New Heart English Bible
Wondrous works in the land of Ham, and awesome things by the Sea at the End.

Webster's Bible Translation
Wondrous works in the land of Ham, and terrible things by the Red sea.

World English Bible
wondrous works in the land of Ham, and awesome things by the Red Sea.
Literal Translations
Literal Standard Version
Of wonderful things in the land of Ham, "" Of fearful things by the Sea of Suph.

Young's Literal Translation
Of wonderful things in the land of Ham, Of fearful things by the sea of Suph.

Smith's Literal Translation
Wonders in the land of Ham, terrible things in the sea of sedge.
Catholic Translations
Douay-Rheims Bible
wondrous works in the land of Cham: terrible things in the Red Sea.

Catholic Public Domain Version
miracles in the land of Ham, terrible things at the Red Sea.

New American Bible
Amazing deeds in the land of Ham, fearsome deeds at the Red Sea.

New Revised Standard Version
wondrous works in the land of Ham, and awesome deeds by the Red Sea.
Translations from Aramaic
Lamsa Bible
Wondrous works in the land of Ham, and terrible things by the Red Sea.

Peshitta Holy Bible Translated
And wonders in the land of Ham and awesome deeds in the Sea of Reeds.
OT Translations
JPS Tanakh 1917
Wondrous works in the land of Ham, Terrible things by the Red Sea.

Brenton Septuagint Translation
wondrous works in the land of Cham, and terrible things at the Red Sea.

Additional Translations ...
Audio Bible



Context
Give Thanks to the LORD, for He is Good
21They forgot God their Savior, who did great things in Egypt, 22wondrous works in the land of Ham, and awesome deeds by the Red Sea. 23So He said He would destroy them—had not Moses His chosen one stood before Him in the breach to divert His wrath from destroying them.…

Cross References
Exodus 7:3-5
But I will harden Pharaoh’s heart, and though I will multiply My signs and wonders in the land of Egypt, / Pharaoh will not listen to you. Then I will lay My hand on Egypt, and by mighty acts of judgment I will bring the divisions of My people the Israelites out of the land of Egypt. / And the Egyptians will know that I am the LORD, when I stretch out My hand against Egypt and bring the Israelites out from among them.”

Exodus 14:21-31
Then Moses stretched out his hand over the sea, and all that night the LORD drove back the sea with a strong east wind that turned it into dry land. So the waters were divided, / and the Israelites went through the sea on dry ground, with walls of water on their right and on their left. / And the Egyptians chased after them—all Pharaoh’s horses, chariots, and horsemen—and followed them into the sea. ...

Deuteronomy 4:34
Or has any god tried to take as his own a nation out of another nation—by trials, signs, wonders, and war, by a strong hand and an outstretched arm, and by great terrors—as the LORD your God did for you in Egypt, before your eyes?

Deuteronomy 6:22
Before our eyes the LORD inflicted great and devastating signs and wonders on Egypt, on Pharaoh, and on all his household.

Deuteronomy 7:19
the great trials that you saw, the signs and wonders, and the mighty hand and outstretched arm by which the LORD your God brought you out. The LORD your God will do the same to all the peoples you now fear.

Deuteronomy 11:3-4
the signs and works He did in Egypt to Pharaoh king of Egypt and all his land; / what He did to the Egyptian army and horses and chariots when He made the waters of the Red Sea engulf them as they pursued you, and how He destroyed them completely, even to this day;

Nehemiah 9:10
You performed signs and wonders against Pharaoh, all his officials, and all the people of his land, for You knew they had acted with arrogance against our fathers. You made a name for Yourself that endures to this day.

Jeremiah 32:20-21
You performed signs and wonders in the land of Egypt, and You do so to this very day, both in Israel and among all mankind. And You have made a name for Yourself, as is the case to this day. / You brought Your people Israel out of the land of Egypt with signs and wonders, with a strong hand and an outstretched arm, and with great terror.

Acts 7:36
He led them out and performed wonders and signs in the land of Egypt, at the Red Sea, and for forty years in the wilderness.

Acts 7:40-41
They said to Aaron, ‘Make us gods who will go before us! As for this Moses who led us out of the land of Egypt, we do not know what has happened to him.’ / At that time they made a calf and offered a sacrifice to the idol, rejoicing in the works of their hands.

Acts 13:17
The God of the people of Israel chose our fathers. He made them into a great people during their stay in Egypt, and with an uplifted arm He led them out of that land.

Romans 9:17
For the Scripture says to Pharaoh: “I raised you up for this very purpose, that I might display My power in you, and that My name might be proclaimed in all the earth.”

1 Corinthians 10:1-2
I do not want you to be unaware, brothers, that our forefathers were all under the cloud, and that they all passed through the sea. / They were all baptized into Moses in the cloud and in the sea.

Hebrews 11:29
By faith the people passed through the Red Sea as on dry land; but when the Egyptians tried to follow, they were drowned.

Exodus 15:11
Who among the gods is like You, O LORD? Who is like You—majestic in holiness, revered with praises, performing wonders?


Treasury of Scripture

Wondrous works in the land of Ham, and terrible things by the Red sea.

wondrous.

Psalm 78:51
And smote all the firstborn in Egypt; the chief of their strength in the tabernacles of Ham:

Psalm 105:23,27-36
Israel also came into Egypt; and Jacob sojourned in the land of Ham…

terrible

Exodus 14:25-28
And took off their chariot wheels, that they drave them heavily: so that the Egyptians said, Let us flee from the face of Israel; for the LORD fighteth for them against the Egyptians…

Exodus 15:10
Thou didst blow with thy wind, the sea covered them: they sank as lead in the mighty waters.

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1. The psalmist exhorts to praise God
4. He prays for pardon of sin, as God pardoned the fathers
7. The story of the people's rebellion, and God's mercy
47. He concludes with prayer and praise














wondrous works in the land of Ham
The "land of Ham" refers to Egypt, as Ham is traditionally considered one of the sons of Noah whose descendants settled in Africa, including Egypt. The "wondrous works" allude to the miraculous events God performed during the Israelites' time in Egypt, particularly the ten plagues. These plagues demonstrated God's power over the Egyptian gods and were a direct challenge to Pharaoh's authority. The plagues served as a means of liberation for the Israelites, showcasing God's faithfulness to His covenant with Abraham. This phrase connects to the broader narrative of the Exodus, a foundational event in Israel's history, symbolizing deliverance and redemption. The miracles in Egypt prefigure the ultimate deliverance through Jesus Christ, who frees believers from the bondage of sin.

and awesome deeds by the Red Sea
The "awesome deeds by the Red Sea" refer to the parting of the Red Sea, a pivotal miracle in the Exodus story. This event is recorded in Exodus 14, where God parted the waters to allow the Israelites to escape from the pursuing Egyptian army. The crossing of the Red Sea is a powerful demonstration of God's sovereignty and protection over His people. It is a testament to His ability to make a way where there seems to be none, reinforcing the theme of divine deliverance. The Red Sea crossing is often seen as a type of baptism, symbolizing the believer's passage from death to life, from slavery to freedom. This event is frequently referenced throughout Scripture as a reminder of God's mighty acts and His faithfulness to His promises, serving as an encouragement for believers to trust in God's power and provision.

Persons / Places / Events
1. The Land of Ham
Refers to Egypt, as Ham is traditionally considered the ancestor of the Egyptians. This is a reminder of the Israelites' time in Egypt and the miraculous events that occurred there.

2. The Red Sea
The site of one of the most significant miracles in the Old Testament, where God parted the waters to allow the Israelites to escape from the pursuing Egyptian army.

3. Wondrous Works
This phrase highlights the miraculous acts performed by God, particularly during the Exodus, showcasing His power and faithfulness to His people.

4. Awesome Deeds
Refers to the mighty acts of God that instilled awe and reverence, such as the plagues in Egypt and the parting of the Red Sea.

5. The Exodus
The event of God delivering the Israelites from slavery in Egypt, which is central to understanding God's redemptive power and faithfulness.
Teaching Points
Remembering God's Faithfulness
Reflect on the importance of remembering and recounting God's past deeds as a source of encouragement and faith for present challenges.

God's Power in Deliverance
Recognize that the same God who performed mighty acts in the past is still active and powerful in our lives today, capable of delivering us from our own "Egypts."

The Importance of Awe and Reverence
Cultivate a sense of awe and reverence for God by meditating on His mighty works, which can deepen our worship and trust in Him.

Trust in God's Timing
Understand that God's timing in delivering the Israelites was perfect, teaching us to trust His timing in our own lives.

God's Sovereignty Over Nations
Acknowledge God's sovereignty over all nations and events, as demonstrated by His control over Egypt and the Red Sea, and trust Him with global and personal concerns.(22) Land of Ham.--A synonym for Egypt, peculiar to the historic psalms (Psalm 78:51; Psalm 105:23; Psalm 105:27).

Verse 22. - Wondrous works in the land of Ham (comp. Psalm 78:51; Psalm 105:23, 27, for the expression "land of Ham;" and for the "works" themselves, see Exodus 7-12). And terrible things by the Red Sea (see Exodus 14:24, 27-30).

Parallel Commentaries ...


Hebrew
wondrous works
נִ֭פְלָאוֹת (nip̄·lā·’ō·wṯ)
Verb - Nifal - Participle - feminine plural
Strong's 6381: To separate, distinguish, to be, great, difficult, wonderful

in the land
בְּאֶ֣רֶץ (bə·’e·reṣ)
Preposition-b | Noun - feminine singular construct
Strong's 776: Earth, land

of Ham,
חָ֑ם (ḥām)
Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 2526: Ham -- a son of Noah, also his descendants, also a name for Egyptians

[and] awesome deeds
נ֝וֹרָא֗וֹת (nō·w·rā·’ō·wṯ)
Verb - Nifal - Participle - feminine plural
Strong's 3372: To fear, to revere, caus, to frighten

by
עַל־ (‘al-)
Preposition
Strong's 5921: Above, over, upon, against

the Red
סֽוּף׃ (sūp̄)
Noun - masculine singular
Strong's 5488: A reed, the papyrus

Sea.
יַם־ (yam-)
Noun - masculine singular construct
Strong's 3220: A sea, the Mediterranean Sea, large river, an artifical basin


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