Psalms 78:18 net — They willfully challenged God by asking for food to satisfy their appetite.

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"They willfully challenged God by asking for food to satisfy their appetite."

— Psalms 78:18, NET Bible

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KJV
“And they tempted God in their heart by asking meat for their lust.”
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ASV
“ And they tempted God in their heart By asking food according to their desire. ”
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WEB
“They tempted God in their heart by asking food according to their desire.”
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BBE
“Testing God in their hearts, requesting meat for their desire.”
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KJVA
“And they tempted God in their heart by asking meat for their lust.”
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Psalms 78 — Context

He broke open rocks in the wilderness, and gave them enough water to fill the depths of the sea.

He caused streams to flow from the rock, and made the water flow like rivers.

Yet they continued to sin against him, and rebelled against the Most High in the desert.

They willfully challenged God by asking for food to satisfy their appetite.

They insulted God, saying,“Is God really able to give us food in the wilderness?

Yes, he struck a rock and water flowed out, streams gushed forth. But can he also give us food? Will he provide meat for his people?”

When the LORD heard this, he was furious. A fire broke out against Jacob, and his anger flared up against Israel,

Psalms 78:18 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Psalms 78:18 say?

Psalms 78:18 in the NET Bible reads: “They willfully challenged God by asking for food to satisfy their appetite.”

Where is Psalms 78:18 in the Bible?

Psalms 78:18 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of Psalms, chapter 78, verse 18.

Who wrote Psalms?

Psalms is traditionally attributed to Multiple authors (David, Asaph, the sons of Korah, Solomon, Moses, others). Approximately 73 psalms are attributed to David; others to Asaph, the sons of Korah, Solomon, Moses, Heman, and Ethan; the remainder are anonymous. It was written c. 1410–430 BC.

What is the book of Psalms about?

The Psalms are the prayer book and hymnal of God's people, gathering a thousand years of inspired song — praise, lament, thanksgiving, confession, and royal and messianic worship. Every emotion of the believing heart finds a voice here, and every voice finds its center in Christ.

What are the major themes of Psalms?

Psalms explores themes including Praise, Lament, Trust, Messiah, Refuge, Kingship. These themes shape the meaning and context of Psalms 78:18.

What translation should I read Psalms 78:18 in?

Psalms 78:18 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 Psalms 78:18?

Psalms 78:18 reads (NET): “They willfully challenged God by asking for food to satisfy their appetite.” 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.

Psalms 78:18 net — They willfully challenged God by asking for food to satisfy their appetite.

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