2 Samuel 22:16
2 Samuel 22:16 in Multiple Translations
The channels of the sea appeared, and the foundations of the world were exposed at the rebuke of the LORD, at the blast of the breath of His nostrils.
And the channels of the sea appeared, the foundations of the world were discovered, at the rebuking of the LORD, at the blast of the breath of his nostrils.
Then the channels of the sea appeared, The foundations of the world were laid bare, By the rebuke of Jehovah, At the blast of the breath of his nostrils.
Then the deep beds of the sea were seen, and the bases of the world were uncovered, because of the Lord's wrath, because of the breath of his mouth.
The Lord roared, and by the wind from the breath of his nostrils the valleys of the sea could be seen and the foundations of the earth were uncovered.
The chanels also of the sea appeared, euen the foundations of the worlde were discouered by the rebuking of the Lord, and at the blast of the breath of his nostrels.
And seen are the streams of the sea, Revealed are foundations of the world, By the rebuke of Jehovah, From the breath of the spirit of His anger.
Then the channels of the sea appeared. The foundations of the world were laid bare by the LORD’s rebuke, at the blast of the breath of his nostrils.
And the channels of the sea appeared, the foundations of the world were laid open, at the rebuking of the LORD, at the blast of the breath of his nostrils.
And the overflowings of the sea appeared, and the foundations of the world were laid open at the rebuke of the Lord, at the blast of the spirit of his wrath.
Then the bottom of the ocean was uncovered; the foundations of the world could be seen when you rebuked your enemies with a snort from your nostrils.
Berean Amplified Bible — 2 Samuel 22:16
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2 Samuel 22:16 Interlinear (Deep Study)
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וַ/יֵּֽרָאוּ֙
אֲפִ֣קֵי
יָ֔ם
יִגָּל֖וּ
מֹסְד֣וֹת
תֵּבֵ֑ל
בְּ/גַעֲרַ֣ת
יְהוָ֔ה
מִ/נִּשְׁמַ֖ת
ר֥וּחַ
אַפּֽ/וֹ
וַ/יֵּֽרָאוּ֙
râʼâh
H7200
Provider
Conj | V-Niphal-ConsecImperf-3mp
אֲפִ֣קֵי
ʼâphîyq
H650
channel
N-mp
יָ֔ם
yâm
H3220
West
N-ms
יִגָּל֖וּ
gâlâh
H1540
to reveal
V-Niphal-Imperf-3mp
מֹסְד֣וֹת
môwçâdâh
H4146
foundation
N-cp
תֵּבֵ֑ל
têbêl
H8398
world
N-fs
בְּ/גַעֲרַ֣ת
gᵉʻârâh
H1606
rebuke
Prep | N-fs
יְהוָ֔ה
Yᵉhôvâh
H3068
The Lord
N-proper
מִ/נִּשְׁמַ֖ת
nᵉshâmâh
H5397
breath
Prep | N-fs
ר֥וּחַ
rûwach
H7307
spirit
N-cs
אַפּֽ/וֹ
ʼaph
H639
face
N-ms | Suff
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Hebrew Word Reference — 2 Samuel 22:16
וַ/יֵּֽרָאוּ֙
râʼâh
H7200
"Provider"
Conj | V-Niphal-ConsecImperf-3mp
The Hebrew word for provider means to see or look after, and is used to describe God's care for his people. It appears in various forms throughout the Bible, including in Genesis and other books.
Definition: (Lord will) Provide, cause to be seen. This name means to see, look at, inspect, look after
Usage: Occurs in 1206 OT verses. KJV: advise self, appear, approve, behold, [idiom] certainly, consider, discern, (make to) enjoy, have experience, gaze, take heed, [idiom] indeed, [idiom] joyfully, lo, look (on, one another, one on another, one upon another, out, up, upon), mark, meet, [idiom] be near, perceive, present, provide, regard, (have) respect, (fore-, cause to, let) see(-r, -m, one another), shew (self), [idiom] sight of others, (e-) spy, stare, [idiom] surely, [idiom] think, view, visions. See also: Genesis 1:4; Genesis 41:41; Exodus 33:13.
אֲפִ֣קֵי
ʼâphîyq
H650
"channel"
N-mp
This Hebrew word refers to a channel or stream, and can also mean a strong or mighty thing. It appears in various forms, such as a brook or river, and is used to describe a powerful object or hero. In the Bible, it is used to describe natural features like streams and valleys.
Definition: 1) channel 2) ravine 3) of hollow bones (fig.)
Usage: Occurs in 19 OT verses. KJV: brook, channel, mighty, river, [phrase] scale, stream, strong piece. See also: 2 Samuel 22:16; Isaiah 8:7; Psalms 18:16.
יָ֔ם
yâm
H3220
"West"
N-ms
Refers to a large body of water like the Mediterranean Sea or a sea in general, sometimes specifically the west or seaward direction.
Definition: This name means sea, seaward, westward Another name of eph.ron (עֶפְרוֹן "(Mount )Ephron" H6085H)
Usage: Occurs in 339 OT verses. KJV: sea ([idiom] -faring man, (-shore)), south, west (-ern, side, -ward). See also: Genesis 1:10; Joshua 17:10; Psalms 8:9.
יִגָּל֖וּ
gâlâh
H1540
"to reveal"
V-Niphal-Imperf-3mp
This Hebrew word means to reveal or uncover something, often in a way that's embarrassing or shameful. It can also mean to exile someone, forcing them to leave their home. In some cases, it's used to describe God revealing himself to people.
Definition: : reveal[information] 1) to uncover, remove 1a) (Qal) 1a1) to uncover 1a2) to remove, depart 1a3) to go into exile 1b) (Niphal) 1b1) (reflexive) 1b1a) to uncover oneself 1b1b) to discover or show oneself 1b1c) to reveal himself (of God) 1b2) (passive) 1b2a) to be uncovered 1b2b) to be disclosed, be discovered 1b2c) to be revealed 1b3) to be removed 1c) (Piel) 1c1) to uncover (nakedness) 1c1a) nakedness 1c1b) general 1c2) to disclose, discover, lay bare 1c3) to make known, show, reveal 1d) (Pual) to be uncovered 1e) (Hiphil) to carry away into exile, take into exile 1f) (Hophal) to be taken into exile 1g) (Hithpael) 1g1) to be uncovered 1g2) to reveal oneself
Usage: Occurs in 167 OT verses. KJV: [phrase] advertise, appear, bewray, bring, (carry, lead, go) captive (into captivity), depart, disclose, discover, exile, be gone, open, [idiom] plainly, publish, remove, reveal, [idiom] shamelessly, shew, [idiom] surely, tell, uncover. See also: Genesis 9:21; Job 38:17; Psalms 18:16.
מֹסְד֣וֹת
môwçâdâh
H4146
"foundation"
N-cp
In the Bible, this Hebrew word means a foundation or base, like the starting point of a building. It appears in Psalm 11:3 and is also used in Proverbs 8:29 to describe the earth's foundation. This concept is key to understanding God's creation.
Definition: foundation Another spelling of mo.sad (מוֹסָד "foundation" H4144)
Usage: Occurs in 11 OT verses. KJV: foundation. See also: Deuteronomy 32:22; Isaiah 24:18; Psalms 18:8.
תֵּבֵ֑ל
têbêl
H8398
"world"
N-fs
The Hebrew word for world, it refers to the earth and its inhabitants. In the Bible, it's used to describe the world God created, like in Psalm 24, which says the earth belongs to God.
Definition: world
Usage: Occurs in 36 OT verses. KJV: habitable part, world. See also: 1 Samuel 2:8; Psalms 97:4; Psalms 9:9.
בְּ/גַעֲרַ֣ת
gᵉʻârâh
H1606
"rebuke"
Prep | N-fs
A rebuke is a stern warning or correction, often given to someone who has done wrong. It is a way of reproof, aiming to guide the person back to the right path.
Definition: a rebuke, reproof
Usage: Occurs in 14 OT verses. KJV: rebuke(-ing), reproof. See also: 2 Samuel 22:16; Proverbs 13:8; Psalms 18:16.
יְהוָ֔ה
Yᵉhôvâh
H3068
"The Lord"
N-proper
Yehovah is another name for God, often translated as 'the Lord'. It is a national name for God in the Jewish faith. This name is used throughout the Old Testament.
Definition: Another name of ye.ru.sha.laim (יְרוּשָׁלִַ֫ם, יְרוּשְׁלֵם "Jerusalem" H3389)
Usage: Occurs in 5522 OT verses. KJV: Jehovah, the Lord. Compare H3050 (יָהּ), H3069 (יְהֹוִה). See also: Genesis 2:4; Genesis 24:42; Exodus 8:8.
מִ/נִּשְׁמַ֖ת
nᵉshâmâh
H5397
"breath"
Prep | N-fs
This word means breath, spirit, or wind, and is used in Genesis and other Old Testament books to describe God's breath and the breath of living things. It is related to the idea of divine inspiration and intellect, and is used in various contexts in the Bible.
Definition: 1) breath, spirit 1a) breath (of God) 1b) breath (of man) 1c) every breathing thing 1d) spirit (of man) Aramaic equivalent: nish.ma (נִשְׁמָא "breath" H5396)
Usage: Occurs in 24 OT verses. KJV: blast, (that) breath(-eth), inspiration, soul, spirit. See also: Genesis 2:7; Job 32:8; Psalms 18:16.
ר֥וּחַ
rûwach
H7307
"spirit"
N-cs
In the Bible, this word for spirit refers to the breath of life, the wind, or a person's mind and emotions, as seen in the book of Ezekiel.
Definition: : spirit 1) wind, breath, mind, spirit 1a) breath 1b) wind 1b1) of heaven 1b2) quarter (of wind), side 1b3) breath of air 1b4) air, gas 1b5) vain, empty thing 1c) spirit (as that which breathes quickly in animation or agitation) 1c1) spirit, animation, vivacity, vigour 1c2) courage 1c3) temper, anger 1c4) impatience, patience 1c5) spirit, disposition (as troubled, bitter, discontented) 1c6) disposition (of various kinds), unaccountable or uncontrollable impulse 1c7) prophetic spirit 1d) spirit (of the living, breathing being in man and animals) 1d1) as gift, preserved by God, God's spirit, departing at death, disembodied being 1e) spirit (as seat of emotion) 1e1) desire 1e2) sorrow, trouble 1f) spirit 1f1) as seat or organ of mental acts 1f2) rarely of the will 1f3) as seat especially of moral character 1g) Spirit of God, the third person of the triune God, the Holy Spirit, coequal, coeternal with the Father and the Son 1g1) as inspiring ecstatic state of prophecy 1g2) as impelling prophet to utter instruction or warning 1g3) imparting warlike energy and executive and administrative power 1g4) as endowing men with various gifts 1g5) as energy of life 1g6) as manifest in the Shekinah glory 1g7) never referred to as a depersonalised force
Usage: Occurs in 348 OT verses. KJV: air, anger, blast, breath, [idiom] cool, courage, mind, [idiom] quarter, [idiom] side, spirit(-ual), tempest, [idiom] vain, (whirl-) wind(-y). See also: Genesis 1:2; Job 6:26; Psalms 1:4.
אַפּֽ/וֹ
ʼaph
H639
"face"
N-ms | Suff
This Hebrew word can mean face, but also anger or nose. It is used to describe someone's countenance or emotions, like anger or patience. In the Bible, it appears in various contexts, including descriptions of God's emotions.
Definition: : face 1) nostril, nose, face 2) anger
Usage: Occurs in 269 OT verses. KJV: anger(-gry), [phrase] before, countenance, face, [phrase] forebearing, forehead, [phrase] (long-) suffering, nose, nostril, snout, [idiom] worthy, wrath. See also: Genesis 2:7; Nehemiah 8:6; Psalms 2:5.
Study Notes — 2 Samuel 22:16
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- Context
- Cross References
- 2 Samuel 22:16 Summary
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Reflection Questions
- Gill's Exposition on 2 Samuel 22:16
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on 2 Samuel 22:16
- Ellicott's Commentary on 2 Samuel 22:16
- Cambridge Bible on 2 Samuel 22:16
- Whedon's Commentary on 2 Samuel 22:16
- Sermons on 2 Samuel 22:16
Context — David’s Song of Deliverance
14The LORD thundered from heaven; the voice of the Most High resounded.
15He shot His arrows and scattered the foes; He hurled lightning and routed them.
16The channels of the sea appeared, and the foundations of the world were exposed at the rebuke of the LORD, at the blast of the breath of His nostrils.
17He reached down from on high and took hold of me; He drew me out of deep waters. 18He rescued me from my powerful enemy, from foes too mighty for me.Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
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| 1 | Nahum 1:4 | He rebukes the sea and dries it up; He makes all the rivers run dry. Bashan and Carmel wither, and the flower of Lebanon wilts. |
| 2 | Habakkuk 3:8–10 | Were You angry at the rivers, O LORD? Was Your wrath against the streams? Did You rage against the sea when You rode on Your horses, on Your chariots of salvation? You brandished Your bow; You called for many arrows. Selah You split the earth with rivers. The mountains saw You and quaked; torrents of water swept by. The deep roared with its voice and lifted its hands on high. |
| 3 | Psalms 114:3–7 | The sea observed and fled; the Jordan turned back; the mountains skipped like rams, the hills like lambs. Why was it, O sea, that you fled, O Jordan, that you turned back, O mountains, that you skipped like rams, O hills, like lambs? Tremble, O earth, at the presence of the Lord, at the presence of the God of Jacob, |
| 4 | Exodus 15:8–10 | At the blast of Your nostrils the waters piled up; like a wall the currents stood firm; the depths congealed in the heart of the sea. The enemy declared, ‘I will pursue, I will overtake. I will divide the spoils; I will gorge myself on them. I will draw my sword; my hand will destroy them.’ But You blew with Your breath, and the sea covered them. They sank like lead in the mighty waters. |
| 5 | 2 Samuel 22:9 | Smoke rose from His nostrils, and consuming fire came from His mouth; glowing coals blazed forth. |
| 6 | Matthew 8:26–27 | “You of little faith,” Jesus replied, “why are you so afraid?” Then He got up and rebuked the winds and the sea, and it was perfectly calm. The men were amazed and asked, “What kind of man is this? Even the winds and the sea obey Him!” |
| 7 | Psalms 18:15–17 | The channels of the sea appeared, and the foundations of the world were exposed, at Your rebuke, O LORD, at the blast of the breath of Your nostrils. He reached down from on high and took hold of me; He drew me out of deep waters. He rescued me from my powerful enemy, from foes too mighty for me. |
| 8 | Psalms 74:1 | Why have You rejected us forever, O God? Why does Your anger smolder against the sheep of Your pasture? |
| 9 | Psalms 106:9 | He rebuked the Red Sea, and it dried up; He led them through the depths as through a desert. |
| 10 | Exodus 14:21–27 | Then Moses stretched out his hand over the sea, and all that night the LORD drove back the sea with a strong east wind that turned it into dry land. So the waters were divided, and the Israelites went through the sea on dry ground, with walls of water on their right and on their left. And the Egyptians chased after them—all Pharaoh’s horses, chariots, and horsemen—and followed them into the sea. At morning watch, however, the LORD looked down on the army of the Egyptians from the pillar of fire and cloud, and He threw their camp into confusion. He caused their chariot wheels to wobble, so that they had difficulty driving. “Let us flee from the Israelites,” said the Egyptians, “for the LORD is fighting for them against Egypt!” Then the LORD said to Moses, “Stretch out your hand over the sea, so that the waters may flow back over the Egyptians and their chariots and horsemen.” So Moses stretched out his hand over the sea, and at daybreak the sea returned to its normal state. As the Egyptians were retreating, the LORD swept them into the sea. |
2 Samuel 22:16 Summary
This verse, 2 Samuel 22:16, describes God's incredible power in a poetic way, saying that His rebuke can make the foundations of the world visible, much like a strong wind can blow away obstacles. It reminds us that God is all-powerful and can intervene in our lives in amazing ways, as seen in Psalm 77:19 where God's power is also described in terms of controlling the sea. Just like David experienced God's rescue, we can trust God to help us in our own times of need (as in Psalm 46:1). This verse helps us understand that God's power is not just for show, but is also used to care for and rescue His people.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does it mean for the 'channels of the sea' to appear in 2 Samuel 22:16?
This phrase likely refers to the sea being parted or divided, revealing its depths, much like in Exodus 14:21 when God parted the Red Sea to allow the Israelites to escape from the Egyptians. This miracle demonstrates God's power over creation.
What is the 'rebuke of the LORD' mentioned in this verse?
The 'rebuke of the LORD' refers to God's strong verbal or acting judgment against sin or evil, as seen in Psalm 119:21 where God rebukes the proud. In 2 Samuel 22:16, it's the means by which the foundations of the world are exposed.
How does the image of God's 'blast of breath' relate to His power?
The 'blast of the breath of His nostrils' is a figurative expression of God's mighty power, similar to Job 4:9 where God's breath can destroy. It signifies the overwhelming force of God's presence and action.
Is this verse describing a real event or using poetic language?
While the language in 2 Samuel 22:16 is poetic, it's rooted in the real event of God's deliverance of David, as described in the surrounding verses. The poetic language emphasizes God's mighty power and intervention on David's behalf.
Reflection Questions
- How does the image of the sea's channels appearing and the world's foundations being exposed make you feel about God's power and control?
- In what ways can you apply the concept of God's rebuke to your own life, especially in times of challenge or sin?
- Reflect on a time when you felt God's rescue or deliverance in your life, similar to David's experience. How did it affect your faith and trust in God?
- What does this verse teach you about the relationship between God's power and His care for individuals, like David?
Gill's Exposition on 2 Samuel 22:16
And the channels of the sea appeared, the foundations of the world were discovered, at the rebuking of the Lord, at the blast of the breath of his nostrils. [See comments on Psalms 18:15].
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on 2 Samuel 22:16
And the channels of the sea appeared, the foundations of the world were discovered, at the rebuking of the LORD, at the blast of the breath of his nostrils. And the channels of the sea, appeared.
Ellicott's Commentary on 2 Samuel 22:16
(16) Of the sea.—Psalms 18, “of waters.” There are several such slight differences between 2 Samuel 22:15-16, and the parallel verses in the psalm, which mark the two as distinctly different recensions. The most striking change is that of the last pronoun from “his” to “thy in the psalm, as appropriate to its use in public worship.
Cambridge Bible on 2 Samuel 22:16
16. All nature is pictured as convulsed to its lowest depths; the sea dried up, and the hidden bases of the world laid bare, owning their Lord and Master, as of old at the passage of the Red Sea, when “He rebuked the Red Sea, and it was dried up.” See Exodus 15:8; Psalms 104:7; Psalms 106:9; Nahum 1:4. Cp. too Matthew 8:26. were discovered] Discover in Bible English generally retains its literal meaning ‘to uncover,’ ‘lay bare.’ at the blast, &c.] Cp. 2 Samuel 22:9.
Whedon's Commentary on 2 Samuel 22:16
16. Beds of the sea — Jehovah’s judgments are conceived of as so terrible and mighty as to lay bare, by earthquake and thunder, the bottom of the sea and the interior of the earth.
Sermons on 2 Samuel 22:16
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Beginning to Sink by Alan Redpath | In this sermon, Dr. Ireland Redpath discusses the story of Peter walking on water in Matthew 14:30. He highlights how Peter's defeat was reversed when Jesus took him by the hand an |
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Freedom Cd - Track 1 (Compilation) by Compilations | In this sermon, the speaker, Tyrone, shares his personal testimony of how he was once an atheist and then became involved in drugs and prostitution. However, he had a life-changing |
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Israel in Flight by Art Katz | In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the importance of God's people reaching out to the Jewish people during a time of trouble and affliction. He warns that if the Jews are not t |
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(Matthew) ch.8:1-9:13 by Zac Poonen | In this sermon, the preacher focuses on various verses from the book of Matthew. He begins by discussing the story of Jesus calming the storm in the sea of Galilee, emphasizing the |
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The Omnipotent Lord by William MacDonald | In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the power and omnipotence of God. He highlights how God provides for all creatures and guides and overrules in the world. The speaker also di |
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Having a Spiritual Life Outside of Church Meetings by Hans R. Waldvogel | In this sermon, the preacher shares a story about two missionary children who remained joyful and carefree during a storm on a boat while others were in despair. The preacher empha |
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The Touch of Christ by Kevin M. Pearson | In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the importance of having our spiritual senses exercised in order to discern good and evil. He uses the example of a blind man who, after bein |