תהלים, פרק צ״ח, פסוק ב׳

The transition from hidden, natural events to open, absolute divine intervention stands at the very center of the redemption process. In the past, human messengers were needed to spread the news of salvation. Now, however, God acts with such public and miraculous force that the entire world witnesses the events firsthand, rather than relying on rumors.

The announcement of this rescue is framed as an event that has already taken place [אבן עזרא]. This reflects how, long before the actual salvation occurs, God already declared it through His prophets [מצודת דוד]. It also connects to historical promises, much like the original warning of four hundred years of slavery in Egypt [אלשיך]. Moving from promise to reality, God now brings His salvation into the open, stripping away the disguise of natural forces [מלבי״ם].

The revelation of divine righteousness to the nations serves as a direct parallel and explanation of this open salvation [רד״ק]. There is a careful distinction between the actual rescue and the righteousness behind it. The rescue is the physical act of saving, which is why it is publicly announced. Righteousness, on the other hand, is the higher divine quality that triggers the rescue. While this trait always exists within God, it is sometimes hidden from human view, which is why it must be newly revealed [מלבי״ם].

The essence of this righteousness is seen when God brings the redemption earlier than expected, acting beyond the strict boundaries of judgment. This mirrors the exodus from Egypt, where God brought the Israelites out a hundred and ninety years early, despite the protests of the leading figures of other nations [אלשיך]. This deep act of righteousness is intimately tied to the Israelites [שטיינזלץ], flowing directly from God remembering His kindness and His ancient promises to them [אבן עזרא, מלבי״ם].

This grand display happens in full view of the world. In earlier times, only the most perceptive individuals among the nations could recognize God's wonders, while the masses saw nothing more than ordinary historical events. Now, the revelation is so complete that all nations clearly and publicly witness His divine righteousness. This universal sight proves to everyone that God's providence is uniquely and permanently bound to the Israelites [מלבי״ם].