Psalms 106:7

Our fathers vnderstood not thy wonders in Egypt, they remembred not the multitude of thy mercies: but prouoked him at the sea, euen at the Red-sea. Psalms 106:7 (KJV)

him at the sea,

even

at the Red sea.

Psalms 106: 7 (KJV)

Psalm 106 is a reflection on Israel’s history, focusing on their rebellion and unfaithfulness during the exodus from Egypt and their subsequent journey through the wilderness. The verse acknowledges that the Israelites “understood not thy wonders in Egypt,” failing to grasp the significance of God’s miraculous acts despite witnessing them. It also notes they “remembered not the multitude of thy mercies,” forgetting God’s faithfulness and provisions, which led to ingratitude and distrust. The psalmist further laments that the Israelites “were not mindful of his marvelous works,” and that they “went not in his counsel,” showing a broader neglect of God’s marvelous deeds.

The phrase “provoked him at the sea, even at the Red sea” refers to the incident in Exodus 14 when the people, facing the approaching Egyptian army, panicked and complained against Moses and God, doubting His ability to deliver them. This lack of faith provoked God’s anger, and the surrounding passages recount how the people repeatedly provoked God through unbelief and disobedience, including the panic at the sea.

The passage teaches us to understand and appreciate God’s wonders, remember His mercies, and avoid provoking Him through unbelief. We should seek to understand and appreciate the works of God in our lives, cultivating a heart of awe and reverence for His power and majesty. Continually remembering God’s mighty deeds strengthens our faith and gratitude, helping us trust Him in difficult times. We must guard ourselves against provoking God through unbelief and disobedience, choosing instead to put our trust in Him. When faced with challenges or uncertainties, we should respond in faith, trusting that God is faithful and capable of delivering us, just as He provided a way through the Red Sea.