Psalms 29:7
The voice of the LORD divideth the flames of fire.
Original Language Analysis
יְהוָ֥ה
of the LORD
H3068
יְהוָ֥ה
of the LORD
Strong's:
H3068
Word #:
2 of 5
(the) self-existent or eternal; jeho-vah, jewish national name of god
Cross References
Psalms 77:18The voice of thy thunder was in the heaven: the lightnings lightened the world: the earth trembled and shook.Leviticus 10:2And there went out fire from the LORD, and devoured them, and they died before the LORD.Job 38:35Canst thou send lightnings, that they may go, and say unto thee, Here we are?Job 37:3He directeth it under the whole heaven, and his lightning unto the ends of the earth.Exodus 9:23And Moses stretched forth his rod toward heaven: and the LORD sent thunder and hail, and the fire ran along upon the ground; and the LORD rained hail upon the land of Egypt.
Historical Context
Lightning was mysterious and terrifying to ancient peoples, often attributed to gods' anger. Scripture reveals Yahweh controls lightning (Job 37:3, Ps. 135:7), demonstrating His sovereignty over what seems chaotic and random.
Questions for Reflection
- How does God's control over 'flames of fire' comfort you in seemingly chaotic circumstances?
- What natural forces today remind you of God's sovereign power?
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Analysis & Commentary
The statement 'The voice of the LORD divideth the flames of fire' depicts divine control over destructive natural forces. Lightning ('flames of fire') obeys God's voice. Reformed theology sees providence—God governs all natural phenomena down to individual lightning bolts. Nothing occurs outside His decree. This assures believers that even chaotic, destructive forces serve God's purposes. Sovereignty extends to every detail of creation.