Psalms 106:11
And the waters covered their enemies: there was not one of them left.
Main message
Psalm 106:11 recalls the waters covering Israel's adversaries so that none remained.
Meaning in context
Psalm 106:6–12 · Confession and deliverance at the sea — The community confesses ancestral rebellion and remembers God's rescue at the Red Sea.
This is retrospective war-and-deliverance poetry about the Exodus; it is not a template for private revenge or religious violence.
Further teachings
Ancient judgment language needs historical context
The verse belongs to the Red Sea narrative.
Cross References: Psalm 106:11.
Applications in daily life
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When reading violent biblical scenes
Distinguish description of an ancient judgment from authorization for your own conduct.
Never use this verse to justify revenge, persecution, or political violence.
Related Bible passages and resources
Common misreadings
The verse authorizes destroying religious or political opponents.
It recounts an ancient divine judgment and gives no private mandate for violence.
How to Apply Psalms 106:11
Use Psalms 106:11 as a daily declaration. Speak it over your circumstances, inserting your name where relevant. Let its promise from Psalms anchor your perspective as you navigate decisions related to from Scripture, and share it with one person who might need it today.
Sources & Method
Biblical text
Psalm 106:11 (en).
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- The Lord Will Editorial Team
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- Ugo Candido
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