What does Psalm 74:13 mean?

Psalm 74:13 highlights themes such as power, creation, deliverance when read in context.

How should I apply Psalm 74:13 today?

Read the surrounding passage, compare related cross references, and turn the verse into a short prayer and concrete action.

Thou didst divide the sea by thy strength: thou brakest the heads of the dragons in the waters.

11Why withdrawest thou thy hand, even thy right hand? pluck it out of thy bosom.

12For God is my King of old, working salvation in the midst of the earth.

13Thou didst divide the sea by thy strength: thou brakest the heads of the dragons in the waters.

14Thou brakest the heads of leviathan in pieces, and gavest him to be meat to the people inhabiting the wilderness.

15Thou didst cleave the fountain and the flood: thou driedst up mighty rivers.

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Exodus 14:21
God's division of the sea is a significant event that foreshadows Christ's power over nature.
Job 26:12
Job speaks of God's power over the sea, echoing the psalmist's declaration.
Mark 4:39
Jesus calms the storm, demonstrating His authority over creation, similar to God's actions in this psalm.