Psalms 135:8-11

8 He struck down the firstborn of Egypt, the firstborn of people and animals.
9 He sent his signs and wonders into your midst, Egypt, against Pharaoh and all his servants.
10 He struck down many nations and killed mighty kings—
11 Sihon king of the Amorites, Og king of Bashan, and all the kings of Canaan—

Psalms 135:8-11 Meaning and Commentary

INTRODUCTION TO PSALM 135

This psalm was written very probably by the same hand as the former. It begins in much the same manner; it has some likeness with Psalm 113 and 114. It begins and ends with "hallelujah"; and is throughout an exhortation of praise to God, on account of his name, nature, and perfections; and because of his works of creation, providence, and grace, many of which are enumerated. The Syriac interpreter says, there is an intimation in it of the conversion of the people of the Messiah unto the faith.

Cross References 8

  • 1. S Exodus 4:23; S Exodus 12:12; Psalms 78:51
  • 2. S Exodus 7:9; Deuteronomy 6:22
  • 3. Psalms 136:10-15
  • 4. Numbers 21:21-25; Joshua 24:8-11; Psalms 44:2; Psalms 78:55; Psalms 136:17-21
  • 5. S Numbers 21:21
  • 6. S Numbers 21:26
  • 7. S Numbers 21:33
  • 8. S Joshua 12:7-24; Joshua 24:12
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