Psalm 135:9
New International Version
He sent his signs and wonders into your midst, Egypt, against Pharaoh and all his servants.

New Living Translation
He performed miraculous signs and wonders in Egypt against Pharaoh and all his people.

English Standard Version
who in your midst, O Egypt, sent signs and wonders against Pharaoh and all his servants;

Berean Standard Bible
He sent signs and wonders into your midst, O Egypt, against Pharaoh and all his servants.

King James Bible
Who sent tokens and wonders into the midst of thee, O Egypt, upon Pharaoh, and upon all his servants.

New King James Version
He sent signs and wonders into the midst of you, O Egypt, Upon Pharaoh and all his servants.

New American Standard Bible
He sent signs and wonders into your midst, Egypt, Upon Pharaoh and all his servants.

NASB 1995
He sent signs and wonders into your midst, O Egypt, Upon Pharaoh and all his servants.

NASB 1977
He sent signs and wonders into your midst, O Egypt, Upon Pharaoh and all his servants.

Legacy Standard Bible
He sent signs and wonders into your midst, O Egypt, Amongst Pharaoh and all his slaves.

Amplified Bible
Who sent signs and wonders into your midst, O Egypt, Upon Pharaoh and all his servants.

Christian Standard Bible
He sent signs and wonders against you, Egypt, against Pharaoh and all his officials.

Holman Christian Standard Bible
He sent signs and wonders against you, Egypt, against Pharaoh and all his officials.

American Standard Version
Who sent signs and wonders into the midst of thee, O Egypt, Upon Pharaoh, and upon all his servants;

Contemporary English Version
God used miracles and wonders to fight the king of Egypt and all of his officials.

English Revised Version
He sent signs and wonders into the midst of thee, O Egypt, upon Pharaoh, and upon all his servants.

GOD'S WORD® Translation
He sent miraculous signs and amazing things into the heart of Egypt against Pharaoh and all his officials.

Good News Translation
There he performed miracles and wonders to punish the king and all his officials.

International Standard Version
He sent signs and wonders among you, Egypt, before Pharaoh and all his servants.

Majority Standard Bible
He sent signs and wonders into your midst, O Egypt, against Pharaoh and all his servants.

NET Bible
He performed awesome deeds and acts of judgment in your midst, O Egypt, against Pharaoh and all his servants.

New Heart English Bible
Who sent signs and wonders into the midst of you, Egypt, on Pharaoh, and on all his servants;

Webster's Bible Translation
Who sent tokens and wonders into the midst of thee, O Egypt, upon Pharaoh, and upon all his servants.

World English Bible
He sent signs and wonders into the middle of you, Egypt, on Pharaoh, and on all his servants.
Literal Translations
Literal Standard Version
He sent tokens and wonders into your midst, O Egypt, "" On Pharaoh and on all his servants.

Young's Literal Translation
He sent tokens and wonders into thy midst, O Egypt, On Pharaoh and on all his servants.

Smith's Literal Translation
He sent signs and wonders into the midst of thee, O Egypt, upon Pharaoh, and upon all his servants.
Catholic Translations
Douay-Rheims Bible
He sent forth signs and wonders in the midst of thee, O Egypt: upon Pharao, and upon all his servants.

Catholic Public Domain Version
He sent signs and wonders into your midst, O Egypt: upon Pharaoh and upon all his servants.

New American Bible
And sent signs and wonders against you, Egypt, against Pharaoh and all his servants.

New Revised Standard Version
he sent signs and wonders into your midst, O Egypt, against Pharaoh and all his servants.
Translations from Aramaic
Lamsa Bible
Who sent forth his signs and wonders into the midst of you, O Egypt, upon Pharaoh and upon all his servants,

Peshitta Holy Bible Translated
He sent his signs and his wonders within mighty Egypt upon Pharaoh and upon all his Servants
OT Translations
JPS Tanakh 1917
He sent signs and wonders into the midst of thee, O Egypt, Upon Pharaoh, and upon all his servants.

Brenton Septuagint Translation
He sent signs and wonders into the midst of thee, O Egypt, on Pharao, and on all his servants.

Additional Translations ...
Audio Bible



Context
Your Name, O LORD, Endures Forever
8He struck down the firstborn of Egypt, of both man and beast. 9He sent signs and wonders into your midst, O Egypt, against Pharaoh and all his servants. 10He struck down many nations and slaughtered mighty kings:…

Cross References
Exodus 7:3-5
But I will harden Pharaoh’s heart, and though I will multiply My signs and wonders in the land of Egypt, / Pharaoh will not listen to you. Then I will lay My hand on Egypt, and by mighty acts of judgment I will bring the divisions of My people the Israelites out of the land of Egypt. / And the Egyptians will know that I am the LORD, when I stretch out My hand against Egypt and bring the Israelites out from among them.”

Exodus 10:1-2
Then the LORD said to Moses, “Go to Pharaoh, for I have hardened his heart and the hearts of his officials, that I may perform these miraculous signs of Mine among them, / and that you may tell your children and grandchildren how severely I dealt with the Egyptians when I performed miraculous signs among them, so that all of you may know that I am the LORD.”

Deuteronomy 6:22
Before our eyes the LORD inflicted great and devastating signs and wonders on Egypt, on Pharaoh, and on all his household.

Nehemiah 9:10
You performed signs and wonders against Pharaoh, all his officials, and all the people of his land, for You knew they had acted with arrogance against our fathers. You made a name for Yourself that endures to this day.

Jeremiah 32:20-21
You performed signs and wonders in the land of Egypt, and You do so to this very day, both in Israel and among all mankind. And You have made a name for Yourself, as is the case to this day. / You brought Your people Israel out of the land of Egypt with signs and wonders, with a strong hand and an outstretched arm, and with great terror.

Acts 7:36
He led them out and performed wonders and signs in the land of Egypt, at the Red Sea, and for forty years in the wilderness.

Exodus 9:16
But I have raised you up for this very purpose, that I might display My power to you, and that My name might be proclaimed in all the earth.

Deuteronomy 4:34
Or has any god tried to take as his own a nation out of another nation—by trials, signs, wonders, and war, by a strong hand and an outstretched arm, and by great terrors—as the LORD your God did for you in Egypt, before your eyes?

Psalm 78:43-51
when He performed His signs in Egypt and His wonders in the fields of Zoan. / He turned their rivers to blood, and from their streams they could not drink. / He sent swarms of flies that devoured them, and frogs that devastated them. ...

Exodus 8:22-23
But on that day I will give special treatment to the land of Goshen, where My people live; no swarms of flies will be found there. In this way you will know that I, the LORD, am in the land. / I will make a distinction between My people and your people. This sign will take place tomorrow.’”

Exodus 12:12
On that night I will pass through the land of Egypt and strike down every firstborn male, both man and beast, and I will execute judgment against all the gods of Egypt. I am the LORD.

Exodus 14:30-31
That day the LORD saved Israel from the hand of the Egyptians, and Israel saw the Egyptians dead on the shore. / When Israel saw the great power that the LORD had exercised over the Egyptians, the people feared the LORD and believed in Him and in His servant Moses.

Deuteronomy 26:8
Then the LORD brought us out of Egypt with a mighty hand and an outstretched arm, with great terror, signs, and wonders.

Romans 9:17
For the Scripture says to Pharaoh: “I raised you up for this very purpose, that I might display My power in you, and that My name might be proclaimed in all the earth.”

Exodus 11:9-10
The LORD said to Moses, “Pharaoh will not listen to you, so that My wonders may be multiplied in the land of Egypt.” / Moses and Aaron did all these wonders before Pharaoh, but the LORD hardened Pharaoh’s heart so that he would not let the Israelites go out of his land.


Treasury of Scripture

Who sent tokens and wonders into the middle of you, O Egypt, on Pharaoh, and on all his servants.

sent tokens

Psalm 78:43-50
How he had wrought his signs in Egypt, and his wonders in the field of Zoan: …

Psalm 105:27-29
They shewed his signs among them, and wonders in the land of Ham…

Exodus 7:1
And the LORD said unto Moses, See, I have made thee a god to Pharaoh: and Aaron thy brother shall be thy prophet.

upon Pharaoh

Psalm 136:15
But overthrew Pharaoh and his host in the Red sea: for his mercy endureth for ever.

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Psalm 135
1. An exhortation to praise God for his mercy
5. For his power
8. For his judgments
15. The vanity of idols
19. An exhortation to bless God














He sent signs and wonders into your midst
This phrase refers to the miraculous events that God performed in Egypt to demonstrate His power and authority. These signs and wonders are primarily recorded in the Book of Exodus, where God sent ten plagues upon Egypt. Each plague was a direct challenge to the Egyptian gods, showcasing the supremacy of the God of Israel. The term "signs and wonders" is often used in the Bible to describe divine acts that reveal God's power and purpose (e.g., Deuteronomy 4:34, Acts 2:22). These events were not only miraculous but also served as a testament to God's covenant with Israel and His commitment to their deliverance.

O Egypt
Egypt, in biblical times, was a powerful and influential nation known for its advanced civilization and polytheistic religion. It was often seen as a symbol of oppression and idolatry in the Bible. The Israelites' bondage in Egypt and their subsequent deliverance is a central narrative in the Old Testament, symbolizing God's power to save and redeem His people. Egypt's geographical location as a fertile land along the Nile River made it a significant player in ancient Near Eastern politics and culture. The plagues served as a direct confrontation to the Egyptian way of life and their pantheon of gods.

Against Pharaoh
Pharaoh was the title given to the rulers of ancient Egypt. The Pharaoh during the time of the Exodus is often identified with Rameses II, though the exact identity is debated among scholars. In the biblical narrative, Pharaoh represents the epitome of human pride and resistance against God's will. His hardened heart and refusal to release the Israelites despite the plagues demonstrate the futility of opposing God's plans. The confrontation between Moses and Pharaoh is a classic example of divine authority challenging earthly power, with God ultimately triumphing over human obstinacy.

And all his servants
This phrase indicates that the signs and wonders were not only directed at Pharaoh but also affected his officials and the entire Egyptian populace. The servants of Pharaoh, including his magicians and advisors, initially attempted to replicate the miracles but eventually acknowledged the power of the God of Israel (Exodus 8:19). The widespread impact of the plagues served to demonstrate God's power to all levels of Egyptian society, leading to a recognition of His sovereignty. This collective experience of God's judgment underscores the comprehensive nature of His deliverance and the fulfillment of His promises to Israel.

Persons / Places / Events
1. Egypt
A significant nation in biblical history, often representing opposition to God's people. In this context, Egypt is the land where the Israelites were enslaved before the Exodus.

2. Pharaoh
The ruler of Egypt during the time of the Exodus. He is a central figure in the account of Israel's liberation, known for his hardened heart against God's commands.

3. Signs and Wonders
Miraculous acts performed by God to demonstrate His power and authority. In the context of Egypt, these include the ten plagues that led to the liberation of the Israelites.

4. Israelites
God's chosen people, who were enslaved in Egypt and later delivered through God's mighty acts.

5. Exodus
The event of Israel's liberation from Egyptian bondage, marked by God's miraculous interventions, including the plagues and the parting of the Red Sea.
Teaching Points
God's Sovereignty and Power
The signs and wonders in Egypt demonstrate God's supreme authority over all nations and rulers. Believers can trust in God's power to intervene in their lives.

Deliverance and Redemption
Just as God delivered Israel from Egypt, He offers spiritual deliverance through Jesus Christ. Reflect on the ways God has delivered you from spiritual bondage.

The Hardness of Heart
Pharaoh's hardened heart serves as a warning against resisting God's will. Examine areas in your life where you may be resisting God's guidance.

God's Faithfulness to His Promises
The fulfillment of God's promise to deliver Israel encourages believers to trust in His faithfulness to His promises today.

The Role of Miracles in Faith
While miracles can strengthen faith, true belief should rest on God's character and promises, not solely on miraculous signs.Verse 9. - Who sent tokens and wonders into the midst of thee, O Egypt; or, "signs and wonders" (comp. Exodus 4:9, 21; Nehemiah 9:10; Psalm 78:43). Upon Pharaoh, and upon all his servants; i.e. "upon all his subjects." The plagues fell upon the whole people of Egypt (Exodus 7:21; Exodus 8:4, 11, 17, 24; Exodus 9:6, 11, 25; Exodus 10:6, 15; Exodus 12:30).

Parallel Commentaries ...


Hebrew
He sent
שָׁלַ֤ח ׀ (šā·laḥ)
Verb - Qal - Perfect - third person masculine singular
Strong's 7971: To send away, for, out

signs
אֹת֣וֹת (’ō·ṯō·wṯ)
Noun - common plural
Strong's 226: A signal, as a, flag, beacon, monument, omen, prodigy, evidence

and wonders
וּ֭מֹפְתִים (ū·mō·p̄ə·ṯîm)
Conjunctive waw | Noun - masculine plural
Strong's 4159: A miracle, a token, omen

into your midst,
בְּתוֹכֵ֣כִי (bə·ṯō·w·ḵê·ḵî)
Preposition-b | Noun - masculine singular construct | second person feminine singular
Strong's 8432: A bisection, the centre

O Egypt,
מִצְרָ֑יִם (miṣ·rā·yim)
Noun - proper - feminine singular
Strong's 4714: Egypt -- a son of Ham, also his descendants and their country in Northwest Africa

against Pharaoh
בְּ֝פַרְעֹ֗ה (bə·p̄ar·‘ōh)
Preposition-b | Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 6547: Pharaoh -- a title of Egypt kings

and all
וּבְכָל־ (ū·ḇə·ḵāl)
Conjunctive waw, Preposition-b | Noun - masculine singular construct
Strong's 3605: The whole, all, any, every

his servants.
עֲבָדָֽיו׃ (‘ă·ḇā·ḏāw)
Noun - masculine plural construct | third person masculine singular
Strong's 5650: Slave, servant


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