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You have broken Rahab in pieces, like one of the slain. You have scattered your enemies with your mighty arm.
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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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18th Century
Presbyterian
Thou hast broken Rahab in pieces — Margin, “Egypt.” See the notes at (Psalms 87:4). The reference is to the exodus of t…
19th Century
Anglican
Rahab. —See Note, Psalms 87:4. The mention of the sea has carried the poet’s thoughts to the Red Sea and the deliveranc…
Baptist
You have broken Rahab in pieces, as one that is slain; –
The great crocodile of Egypt.
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17th Century
Reformed Baptist
You have broken Rahab in pieces, as one that is slain Or Egypt, as in (Psalms 87:4) ([Reference Isaiah 5…
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.
