Key Figures — Psalms 136

4 figures

The LORD
The central figure of worship and thanksgiving in the Psalm.
The LORD is praised for His enduring mercy and mighty acts throughout history, including creation, deliverance from Egypt, and provision for Israel.
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Israel
The recipient of God's enduring mercy and mighty acts.
Israel is the nation chosen by God, delivered from Egypt, and sustained in the wilderness, as recounted in the Psalm.
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Pharaoh
The oppressor of Israel from whom God delivered His people.
Pharaoh's heart was hardened, leading to the plagues and the eventual deliverance of Israel through the Red Sea.
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- Exodus Chapter 7-12 (The plagues of Egypt)
- Exodus Chapter 14 (The destruction of Pharaoh's army in the Red Sea)
Sihon and Og
Kings defeated by Israel as they journeyed to the Promised Land.
Sihon and Og were kings of the Amorites and Bashan, respectively, whose lands were given to Israel as an inheritance.
Related passages
- Numbers Chapter 21 (Defeat of Sihon and Og)
- Deuteronomy Chapter 3 (Recounting the victories over Sihon and Og)

The LORD