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    Exodus 15 (KJV)

    Read Exodus chapter 15 in the King James Version of the Holy Bible.

    Exodus 15

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    Exodus 15:26

    "And said, If thou wilt diligently hearken to the voice of th…"

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    "The LORD is my strength and song, and he is become my salvat…"

    Exodus 15:11

    "Who is like unto thee, O LORD, among the gods? who is like t…"

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    Exodus 15 Summary

    Exodus 15 contains the Song of Moses and Miriam—Israel's triumphant hymn after crossing the Red Sea. This magnificent poem celebrates God as a warrior who overthrew Pharaoh's chariots and horsemen, establishing Him as incomparable among all powers.

    The second half of the chapter transitions sharply from celebration to complaint. At Marah, the people grumble about bitter water, and God sweetens it miraculously. This pattern of deliverance followed by testing becomes a recurring theme throughout Israel's wilderness journey.

    Key Themes

    Worship and praiseGod as warriorVictory celebrationTesting in the wildernessGod's provision

    Key Verses in Exodus 15

    "The LORD is my strength and song, and he is become my salvation."

    — Exodus 15:2

    A declaration of personal faith that appears again in Psalm 118 and Isaiah 12.

    "Who is like unto thee, O LORD, among the gods? who is like thee, glorious in holiness, fearful in praises, doing wonders?"

    — Exodus 15:11

    Establishes God's absolute supremacy and uniqueness.

    "And Miriam the prophetess, the sister of Aaron, took a timbrel in her hand; and all the women went out after her with timbrels and with dances."

    — Exodus 15:20

    Highlights Miriam's leadership and the role of women in worship.

    Life Application

    The rapid shift from worship to complaint warns us about the fickleness of human faith. We can sing God's praises after a great victory and then grumble at the next difficulty. Cultivating a habit of remembering God's past faithfulness helps sustain us through new trials.

    Frequently Asked Questions

    Is the Song of Moses one of the oldest poems in the Bible?

    Yes, many scholars consider it one of the oldest pieces of Hebrew poetry, potentially composed shortly after the actual Red Sea crossing, around the 15th or 13th century BC.

    Who was Miriam?

    Miriam was the older sister of Moses and Aaron, identified here as a prophetess. She likely watched over baby Moses in the Nile (Exodus 2) and played a significant leadership role in Israel.

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