Psalms 95:5

The sea [is] his, and he made it: and his hands formed the dry [land].

The sea {H3220} is his, and he made {H6213} it: and his hands {H3027} formed {H3335} the dry {H3006} land.

The sea is his - he made it -and his hands shaped the dry land.

The sea is His, for He made it, and His hands formed the dry land.

The sea is his, and he made it; And his hands formed the dry land.

Psalm 95:5 proclaims God's supreme authority and creative power over the natural world, specifically the oceans and the land. It emphasizes that He is not merely a distant observer but the active, intentional Creator and rightful owner of all that exists.

Context

Psalm 95 is a powerful psalm that begins with an enthusiastic call to worship and praise God (verses 1-7a), followed by a solemn warning against hardening one's heart, reminiscent of Israel's rebellion in the wilderness (verses 7b-11). Verse 5 falls within the initial call to worship, providing concrete reasons why God is worthy of such adoration. The psalmist grounds the worship in God's identity as the mighty Creator and Sustainer, establishing His unparalleled claim to dominion.

Key Themes

  • Divine Sovereignty and Ownership: The verse directly states that "The sea is his," and "his hands formed the dry land," asserting God's absolute ownership and control over all creation. Everything owes its existence to Him, and therefore belongs to Him.
  • God as Creator: It highlights God's role as the sole architect of the cosmos. He "made" the sea and "formed" the dry land, demonstrating His infinite power and wisdom. This foundational truth is a recurring theme throughout Scripture, from Genesis 1:1 to the New Testament's declarations of Christ's role in creation (John 1:3).
  • Foundation for Worship: The creative act is presented as a primary reason for humanity to bow down and worship God. Acknowledging Him as Creator naturally leads to reverence and submission to His authority.

Linguistic Insights

The Hebrew words used here offer deeper insight into God's creative process:

  • "made" (Hebrew: עָשָׂה, 'asah): This is a general term for making or doing, often implying a purposeful act. It speaks to the bringing forth of the sea into existence.
  • "formed" (Hebrew: יָצַר, 'yatsar'): This word is often used to describe a potter shaping clay, conveying a sense of intentionality, skill, and personal involvement. God didn't just "make" the land; He "formed" it with His hands, suggesting intricate design and deliberate craftsmanship in shaping the continents and landscapes. This emphasizes God's meticulous care in creation.

Practical Application

Psalm 95:5 offers profound implications for believers today:

  • Inspiring Awe and Worship: Recognizing God as the one who fashioned the vast oceans and sculpted the mighty land should fill us with profound awe and lead us into heartfelt worship. It reminds us of His unfathomable power and wisdom.
  • Trust and Security: If God has such complete command over the most immense elements of the earth, we can trust Him with our lives and circumstances. His sovereignty over creation assures us of His ability to care for His people.
  • Humility: This verse places humanity in proper perspective. We are created beings, dependent on the Creator. This fosters humility and encourages us to live in submission to His will.
  • Environmental Stewardship: Understanding that the earth is "His" property and He "made" and "formed" it, naturally leads to a call for responsible stewardship of the environment, recognizing its divine origin and ownership.
Note: Commentary was generated by an advanced AI, utilizing a prompt that emphasized Biblical fidelity over bias. We've found these insights to be consistently reliable, yet we always encourage prayerful discernment through the Holy Spirit. The Scripture text and cross-references are from verified, non-AI sources.

  • Genesis 1:9

    ¶ And God said, Let the waters under the heaven be gathered together unto one place, and let the dry [land] appear: and it was so.

  • Genesis 1:10

    And God called the dry [land] Earth; and the gathering together of the waters called he Seas: and God saw that [it was] good.

  • Proverbs 8:29

    When he gave to the sea his decree, that the waters should not pass his commandment: when he appointed the foundations of the earth:

  • Proverbs 8:26

    While as yet he had not made the earth, nor the fields, nor the highest part of the dust of the world.

  • Jonah 1:9

    And he said unto them, I [am] an Hebrew; and I fear the LORD, the God of heaven, which hath made the sea and the dry [land].

  • Job 38:10

    And brake up for it my decreed [place], and set bars and doors,

  • Job 38:11

    And said, Hitherto shalt thou come, but no further: and here shall thy proud waves be stayed?

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