And the water run round about the altar, and the trench was filled with water.

And the water went all round the altar, till the drain was full.

And the water was running down around the altar, and the pit of the trench was filled with water.

And the water ran round about the altar; and he (m) filled the trench also with water.
(m) By this he declared the excellent power of God, who contrary to nature could make the fire burn even in the water, so that they should have no opportunity to doubt that he is the only God.

And the water ran round about the altar,.... There being such a large effusion of it on it;
and he filled the trench also with water; which surrounded the altar, so that it seemed impracticable that any fire should kindle upon it; and this gave full proof and demonstration there could be no collusion in this matter.