King James Version
Psalms 135:8 in the King James Version says “Who smote the firstborn of Egypt, both of man and beast. both: Heb. from man unto beast” — study this verse from Psalms chapter 135 with commentary, cross-references, and original Hebrew word analysis.
“Who smote the firstborn of Egypt, both of man and beast. both: Heb. from man unto beast”
Psalms 135:8 · KJV
Whatsoever the LORD pleased, that did he in heaven, and in earth, in the seas, and all deep places.
He causeth the vapours to ascend from the ends of the earth; he maketh lightnings for the rain; he bringeth the wind out of his treasuries.
Who smote the firstborn of Egypt, both of man and beast. both: Heb. from man unto beast
Who sent tokens and wonders into the midst of thee, O Egypt, upon Pharaoh, and upon all his servants.
Who smote great nations, and slew mighty kings;
KJV Study — Public Domain
“both of man”
H120ruddy i.e., a human being (an individual or the species, mankind, etc.)
as far (or long, or much) as, whether of space (even unto) or time (during, while, until) or degree (equally with)
“and beast”
H929properly, a dumb beast; especially any large quadruped or animal (often collective)
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