King James Version

What Does Psalms 105:37 Mean?

Psalms 105:37 in the King James Version says “He brought them forth also with silver and gold: and there was not one feeble person among their tribes. — study this verse from Psalms chapter 105 with commentary, cross-references, and original Hebrew word analysis.

He brought them forth also with silver and gold: and there was not one feeble person among their tribes.

Psalms 105:37 · KJV


Context

35

And did eat up all the herbs in their land, and devoured the fruit of their ground.

36

He smote also all the firstborn in their land, the chief of all their strength.

37

He brought them forth also with silver and gold: and there was not one feeble person among their tribes.

38

Egypt was glad when they departed: for the fear of them fell upon them.

39

He spread a cloud for a covering; and fire to give light in the night.


Commentary

KJV Study Commentary
This verse describes the exodus itself. 'Brought them forth' uses yatsa (יָצָא), meaning to go out or come forth—the same root as 'exodus.' The 'silver and gold' refers to Exodus 12:35-36, where Israelites asked for and received wealth from Egyptians. This was not theft but rightful payment for 400 years of slavery, fulfilling God's promise in Genesis 15:14. 'Not one feeble person' emphasizes miraculous health after generations of brutal labor. The Hebrew kashal (כָּשַׁל) means to stumble or be weak, suggesting God strengthened approximately 2 million people for the journey. This demonstrates God's power to redeem, restore, and enrich His people.

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Historical & Cultural Context

After the final plague, Pharaoh urgently expelled Israel (Exodus 12:31-33). The wealth they carried became the raw materials for the Tabernacle (Exodus 25:1-7), showing God's providence: Egypt's wealth would be consecrated to worship Yahweh. The miraculous health of the entire nation during the exodus anticipates the greater healing and restoration in the new exodus through Christ (Isaiah 35:3-6).

Reflection Questions

  1. How does God's provision of wealth and health demonstrate His comprehensive redemption?
  2. In what ways did Egypt's riches serve God's purposes for Israel's worship?
  3. How does this verse prefigure the spiritual riches believers receive in Christ (Ephesians 1:3)?

Original Language Analysis

Hebrew · 6 words
וַֽ֭יּוֹצִיאֵם1 of 6

He brought them forth

H3318

to go (causatively, bring) out, in a great variety of applications, literally and figuratively, direct and proxim

בְּכֶ֣סֶף2 of 6

also with silver

H3701

silver (from its pale color); by implication, money

וְזָהָ֑ב3 of 6

and gold

H2091

gold, figuratively, something gold-colored (i.e., yellow), as oil, a clear sky

וְאֵ֖ין4 of 6
H369

a nonentity; generally used as a negative particle

בִּשְׁבָטָ֣יו5 of 6

person among their tribes

H7626

a scion, i.e., (literally) a stick (for punishing, writing, fighting, ruling, walking, etc.) or (figuratively) a clan

כּוֹשֵֽׁל׃6 of 6

and there was not one feeble

H3782

to totter or waver (through weakness of the legs, especially the ankle); by implication, to falter, stumble, faint or fall


Study Guide

Historical Context

This verse is found in the book of Psalms. Understanding the historical and cultural background helps illuminate its meaning for the original audience and for us today.

Theological Significance

Psalms 105:37 contributes to our understanding of God's character and His relationship with humanity. Consider how this verse connects to the broader themes of Scripture.

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