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Who is "Rahab"?
Commentators unanimously explain that "Rahab" in this verse is a symbolic name for Egypt. The name itself implies pride and strength, representing the powerful empire that oppressed Israel. The psalmist recalls God's decisive victory during the Exodus, where He broke this mighty nation "in pieces, as one that is slain," demonstrating His absolute power over the greatest earthly kingdoms.
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Albert Barnes
On Psalms 89:10
18th Century
Theologian
Thou hast broken Rahab in pieces — Margin, “Egypt.” See the notes at (Psalms 87:4). The reference is to the exodus of t…
Charles Ellicott
On Psalms 89:10
19th Century
Bishop
Rahab. —See Note, Psalms 87:4. The mention of the sea has carried the poet’s thoughts to the Red Sea and the deliveranc…
Charles Spurgeon
On Psalm 89:10
19th Century
Preacher
You have broken Rahab in pieces, as one that is slain; –
The great crocodile of Egypt.
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John Gill
On Psalms 89:10
17th Century
Pastor
You have broken Rahab in pieces, as one that is slain
Or Egypt, as in (Psalms 87:4) ([Reference Isaiah 5…
Matthew Henry
On Psalms 89:5–14
17th Century
Minister
The more God's works are known, the more they are admired. And to praise the Lord, is to acknowledge him to be such that there is none like him.