Verse (Click for Chapter) New International Version and brought Israel through the midst of it, His love endures forever. New Living Translation He led Israel safely through, His faithful love endures forever. English Standard Version and made Israel pass through the midst of it, for his steadfast love endures forever; Berean Standard Bible and led Israel through the midst, His loving devotion endures forever. King James Bible And made Israel to pass through the midst of it: for his mercy endureth for ever: New King James Version And made Israel pass through the midst of it, For His mercy endures forever; New American Standard Bible And allowed Israel to pass through the midst of it, For His faithfulness is everlasting; NASB 1995 And made Israel pass through the midst of it, For His lovingkindness is everlasting; NASB 1977 And made Israel pass through the midst of it, For His lovingkindness is everlasting; Legacy Standard Bible And made Israel pass through the midst of it, For His lovingkindness endures forever, Amplified Bible And made Israel pass through the midst of it, For His lovingkindness endures forever; Christian Standard Bible and led Israel through, His faithful love endures forever. Holman Christian Standard Bible and led Israel through, His love is eternal. American Standard Version And made Israel to pass through the midst of it; For his lovingkindness endureth for ever; Contemporary English Version The Lord brought Israel safely through the sea. God's love never fails. English Revised Version And made Israel to pass through the midst of it: for his mercy endureth for ever: GOD'S WORD® Translation He led Israel through the middle of it- because his mercy endures forever. Good News Translation he led his people through it; his love is eternal; International Standard Version and made Israel pass through the middle of it, for his gracious love is everlasting— NET Bible and led Israel through its midst, for his loyal love endures, New Heart English Bible And made Israel to pass through its midst; for his loving kindness endures forever; Webster's Bible Translation And made Israel to pass through the midst of it: for his mercy endureth for ever: Majority Text Translations Majority Standard Bibleand led Israel through the midst, His loving devotion endures forever. World English Bible and made Israel to pass through the middle of it, for his loving kindness endures forever; Literal Translations Literal Standard VersionAnd caused Israel to pass through its midst, "" For His kindness [is] for all time, Young's Literal Translation And caused Israel to pass through its midst, For to the age is His kindness, Smith's Literal Translation And he caused Israel to pass through in its midst: for his mercy is forever. Catholic Translations Douay-Rheims BibleAnd brought out Israel through the midst thereof: for his mercy endureth for ever. Catholic Public Domain Version New American Bible And led Israel through its midst, for his mercy endures forever; New Revised Standard Version and made Israel pass through the midst of it, for his steadfast love endures forever; Translations from Aramaic Lamsa BibleAnd Israel to pass through the midst of it; for his mercy endures for ever; Peshitta Holy Bible Translated And he made Israel pass into it, for his mercies are to eternity. OT Translations JPS Tanakh 1917And made Israel to pass through the midst of it, For His mercy endureth for ever; Brenton Septuagint Translation and brought Israel through the midst of it: for his mercy endures for ever: Additional Translations ... Audio Bible Context His Loving Faithfulness Endures Forever…13He divided the Red Sea in two His loving devotion endures forever. 14and led Israel through the midst, His loving devotion endures forever. 15but swept Pharaoh and his army into the Red Sea. His loving devotion endures forever.… Cross References Exodus 14:21-22 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. Nehemiah 9:11 You divided the sea before them, and they crossed through it on dry ground. You hurled their pursuers into the depths like a stone into raging waters. Isaiah 51:10 Was it not You who dried up the sea, the waters of the great deep, who made a road in the depths of the sea for the redeemed to cross over? Joshua 4:23 For the LORD your God dried up the waters of the Jordan before you until you had crossed over, just as He did to the Red Sea, which He dried up before us until we had crossed over. Psalm 78:13 He split the sea and brought them through; He set the waters upright like a wall. Psalm 106:9 He rebuked the Red Sea, and it dried up; He led them through the depths as through a desert. Isaiah 63:12-13 who sent His glorious arm to lead them by the right hand of Moses, who divided the waters before them to gain for Himself everlasting renown, / who led them through the depths like a horse in the wilderness, so that they did not stumble? Exodus 15:19 For when Pharaoh’s horses, chariots, and horsemen went into the sea, the LORD brought the waters of the sea back over them. But the Israelites walked through the sea on dry ground. 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. 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. Exodus 15:8 At the blast of Your nostrils the waters piled up; like a wall the currents stood firm; the depths congealed in the heart of the sea. Exodus 15:16 and terror and dread will fall on them. By the power of Your arm they will be as still as a stone until Your people pass by, O LORD, until the people You have bought pass by. Exodus 15:4 Pharaoh’s chariots and army He has cast into the sea; the finest of his officers are drowned in the Red Sea. Exodus 15:10 But You blew with Your breath, and the sea covered them. They sank like lead in the mighty waters. Exodus 15:21 And Miriam sang back to them: “Sing to the LORD, for He is highly exalted; the horse and rider He has thrown into the sea.” Treasury of Scripture And made Israel to pass through the middle of it: for his mercy endures for ever: no reference Jump to Previous Age Caused Endures Endureth Everlasting Forever Israel Kindness Loving Loving-Kindness Mercy Midst Steadfast UnchangingJump to Next Age Caused Endures Endureth Everlasting Forever Israel Kindness Loving Loving-Kindness Mercy Midst Steadfast UnchangingPsalm 136 1. An exhortation to give thanks to God for particular mercies.and led Israel through the midst This phrase refers to the miraculous event of the Israelites crossing the Red Sea, as recorded in Exodus 14. This event is a pivotal moment in Israel's history, symbolizing God's deliverance and faithfulness. The "midst" indicates the path through the sea, which God parted to allow the Israelites to escape from the pursuing Egyptian army. This act of divine intervention is a testament to God's power and His commitment to His covenant people. Geographically, the Red Sea is located between Africa and the Arabian Peninsula, and its crossing is a significant event that underscores God's ability to control nature for the sake of His people. This event is often seen as a type of baptism, symbolizing the believer's passage from death to life, from bondage to freedom, as further elaborated in 1 Corinthians 10:1-2. His loving devotion endures forever Persons / Places / Events 1. IsraelThe nation chosen by God, representing His people whom He delivered from slavery in Egypt. 2. The Red Sea The body of water that God miraculously parted to allow the Israelites to escape from the pursuing Egyptian army. 3. Moses The leader chosen by God to guide the Israelites out of Egypt and through the wilderness. 4. Egyptians The oppressors of the Israelites, representing the forces of bondage and sin from which God delivers His people. 5. The Exodus The event of Israel's departure from Egypt, symbolizing God's power and faithfulness in delivering His people. Teaching Points God's Faithfulness in DeliveranceJust as God led Israel through the Red Sea, He is faithful to lead us through our own trials and challenges. His loving devotion endures forever, assuring us of His constant presence and guidance. The Power of God's Love The phrase "His loving devotion endures forever" emphasizes the eternal nature of God's love. This love is not just a feeling but an active force that works for our good. Trusting God in Impossible Situations The parting of the Red Sea was a seemingly impossible situation, yet God made a way. We are called to trust Him even when circumstances seem insurmountable, knowing that He can make a path where there seems to be none. Remembering God's Past Faithfulness Reflecting on God's past acts of deliverance, like the Exodus, strengthens our faith and encourages us to trust Him with our present and future challenges. Living in the Freedom God Provides Just as Israel was led out of physical bondage, we are called to live in the spiritual freedom provided through Christ. This freedom should be evident in our daily lives as we walk in obedience and faith. Bible Study Questions and Answers 1. What is the meaning of Psalm 136:14?2. How does Psalm 136:14 demonstrate God's power and faithfulness to His people? 3. What does "divided the Red Sea" reveal about God's intervention in history? 4. How can we trust God to "lead His people" in our lives today? 5. Connect Psalm 136:14 with Exodus 14:21-22. What similarities do you observe? 6. How can remembering God's past deliverance strengthen our faith in current trials? 7. How does Psalm 136:14 demonstrate God's power and faithfulness to His people? 8. What historical evidence supports the event described in Psalm 136:14? 9. How does Psalm 136:14 relate to the theme of divine intervention? 10. What are the top 10 Lessons from Psalm 136? 11. Throughout Psalm 136, God's mercy is repeatedly emphasized; how does this reconcile with other biblical passages depicting divine wrath and judgment? 12. How can 1 John 4:8 say 'God is love' when the Old Testament shows actions that don't seem loving? 13. Psalm 80:18 implies Israel's unwavering devotion once revived; however, biblical accounts frequently show Israel backsliding. Is this consistent, or is it poetic exaggeration? 14. Does the nature of Jonathan's covenant with David in 1 Samuel 20:16 present any inconsistencies with later depictions of Israelite covenants? What Does Psalm 136:14 Mean Led Israel Through the MidstPsalm 136:14 says God “led Israel through the midst.” • A literal historical reference to Exodus 14:21-22, when the Lord parted the Red Sea, allowing Israel to walk “through the sea on dry ground.” • The phrase underscores God’s personal guidance—He did not merely open a way; He escorted His people through it (Exodus 13:21; Isaiah 63:12-13). • Protection is implicit: walls of water stood at God’s command, shielding Israel while trapping Egypt (Psalm 78:13; 66:6). • For believers today, the event pictures the Lord making a way where none exists and walking with us in every trial (1 Corinthians 10:1-2; Psalm 77:19). • It also highlights covenant faithfulness: the same God who fulfilled His promise to Abraham (Genesis 15:13-14) still keeps every promise He makes. His Loving Devotion Endures Forever The refrain that spans the psalm answers the “why” behind every act of God recorded here. • “Loving devotion” (Exodus 15:13; Deuteronomy 7:9) speaks of steadfast, covenant love—unchanging, loyal, and active. • By repeating the line twenty-six times, the psalmist drives home that every divine rescue, including the Red Sea crossing, springs from this unending love (Psalm 100:5; Lamentations 3:22-23). • Endurance means His love outlasts enemies, circumstances, and even our own failures (Romans 8:38-39). • The ultimate expression of this enduring devotion is seen at the cross, where Christ secured eternal redemption (Romans 5:8; John 3:16). • Thus, the verse reassures readers that the same love that once parted waters now sustains and saves all who trust Him (Hebrews 13:8). summary Psalm 136:14 celebrates a real event—the Lord physically leading Israel through the Red Sea—while revealing the deeper truth that His guiding, protecting, promise-keeping love never runs out. What He did then, He is still able and willing to do for every generation that looks to Him. Verse 14. - And made Israel to pass through the midst of it (see Exodus 14:22, 29; Exodus 15:19). For his mercy, etc.Parallel Commentaries ... Hebrew and ledוְהֶעֱבִ֣יר (wə·he·‘ĕ·ḇîr) Conjunctive waw | Verb - Hifil - Conjunctive perfect - third person masculine singular Strong's 5674: To pass over, through, or by, pass on Israel יִשְׂרָאֵ֣ל (yiś·rā·’êl) Noun - proper - masculine singular Strong's 3478: Israel -- 'God strives', another name of Jacob and his desc through the midst, בְּתוֹכ֑וֹ (bə·ṯō·w·ḵōw) Preposition-b | Noun - masculine singular construct | third person masculine singular Strong's 8432: A bisection, the centre His loving devotion חַסְדּֽוֹ׃ (ḥas·dōw) Noun - masculine singular construct | third person masculine singular Strong's 2617: Kindness, piety, reproof, beauty endures forever. לְעוֹלָ֣ם (lə·‘ō·w·lām) Preposition-l | Noun - masculine singular Strong's 5769: Concealed, eternity, frequentatively, always Links Psalm 136:14 NIVPsalm 136:14 NLT Psalm 136:14 ESV Psalm 136:14 NASB Psalm 136:14 KJV Psalm 136:14 BibleApps.com Psalm 136:14 Biblia Paralela Psalm 136:14 Chinese Bible Psalm 136:14 French Bible Psalm 136:14 Catholic Bible OT Poetry: Psalm 136:14 And made Israel to pass through its (Psalm Ps Psa.) |
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