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Psalms 103:7
He made known His ways to Moses, His deeds to the people of Israel.
Berean Standard Bible
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Study note
Setting — The psalmist addresses the worshiping community, recalling God’s historical self-revelation within the Exodus narrative. This declaration bridges the preceding statement of God’s justice and the following description of His compassion.
The words — The text uses יוֹדִיעַ (yo.di.a'), meaning "he made known," and עֲלִילֽוֹתָי/ו (a.li.lo.ta/v), meaning "His deeds." These terms mark a deliberate divine disclosure to specific recipients.
The thread — This pattern of divine disclosure appears in Exodus 33:13, where Moses requests to know God’s ways, and in Psalms 147:19, which notes God declaring His statutes to Israel. Psalms 78:11 contrasts this revelation with Israel’s subsequent failure to remember His wonders.
Why it lands — The verse requires the reader to anchor praise in documented historical revelation rather than abstract theology. It demands acknowledgment that God’s character is understood through His specific actions and communicated instructions.
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The Hebrew words
King James Version
He made known his ways unto Moses, his acts unto the children of Israel.
Cross-references
- Exodus 33:13 Now if indeed I have found favor in Your sight, please let me know Your ways, that I may know You and find favor in Your sight. Remember that this nation is Your people.”
- Psalms 147:19 He declares His word to Jacob, His statutes and judgments to Israel.
- Psalms 78:11 They forgot what He had done, the wonders He had shown them.
- Nehemiah 9:14 You revealed to them Your holy Sabbath and gave them commandments and statutes and laws through Your servant Moses.
- Deuteronomy 34:10 Since that time, no prophet has risen in Israel like Moses, whom the LORD knew face to face—
- Psalms 77:20 You led Your people like a flock by the hand of Moses and Aaron.
- Psalms 99:7 He spoke to them from the pillar of cloud; they kept His decrees and the statutes He gave them.
- John 5:45 Do not think that I will accuse you before the Father. Your accuser is Moses, in whom you have put your hope.
- Exodus 19:8 And all the people answered together, “We will do everything that the LORD has spoken.” So Moses brought their words back to the LORD.
- Exodus 19:20 The LORD descended to the top of Mount Sinai and called Moses to the summit. So Moses went up,