Exodus 15:12 bbe — When your right hand was stretched out, the mouth of the earth was open for them.

Bible in Basic English

"When your right hand was stretched out, the mouth of the earth was open for them."

— Exodus 15:12, Bible in Basic English

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Exodus 15 — Context

9

Egypt said, I will go after them, I will overtake, I will make division of their goods: my desire will have its way with them; my sword will be uncovered, my hand will send destruction on them.

10

You sent your wind and the sea came over them: they went down like lead into the great waters.

11

Who is like you, O Lord, among the gods? who is like you, in holy glory, to be praised with fear, doing wonders?

12

When your right hand was stretched out, the mouth of the earth was open for them.

13

In your mercy you went before the people whom you have made yours; guiding them in your strength to your holy place.

14

Hearing of you the peoples were shaking in fear: the people of Philistia were gripped with pain.

15

The chiefs of Edom were troubled in heart; the strong men of Moab were in the grip of fear: all the people of Canaan became like water.

Exodus 15:12 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Exodus 15:12 say?
Exodus 15:12 in the Bible in Basic English reads: “When your right hand was stretched out, the mouth of the earth was open for them.”
Where is Exodus 15:12 in the Bible?
Exodus 15:12 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of Exodus, chapter 15, verse 12.
Who wrote Exodus?
Exodus is traditionally attributed to Moses (traditional). It was written c. 1446–1406 BC.
What is the book of Exodus about?
Exodus tells of Israel's deliverance from slavery in Egypt and the giving of the Law at Mount Sinai. Through the plagues, the Passover, the crossing of the Red Sea, and the covenant at Sinai, God reveals himself as Redeemer and comes to dwell among his people in the tabernacle.
What are the major themes of Exodus?
Exodus explores themes including Deliverance, Covenant, Law, God's Presence, Worship, Redemption. These themes shape the meaning and context of Exodus 15:12.
What translation should I read Exodus 15:12 in?
Exodus 15:12 is available on GodsGoodBook in the King James Version (KJV), American Standard Version (ASV), World English Bible (WEB), NET Bible, Young's Literal Translation, Darby Bible, Douay-Rheims Bible, and the Bible in Basic English. Each translation reflects different translation philosophies — use the translation picker on this page to compare them, or browse our full translations directory.
How can I memorize Exodus 15:12?
Exodus 15:12 reads (BBE): “When your right hand was stretched out, the mouth of the earth was open for them.” Read it aloud, break it into short phrases, repeat each phrase three times before adding the next, then put the phrases together. Reading it in multiple translations (above) often helps the meaning settle.
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