Psalms 78:19 web — Yes, they spoke against God. They said, "Can God prepare a table in the wilderness?

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"Yes, they spoke against God. They said, "Can God prepare a table in the wilderness?"

— Psalms 78:19, World English Bible

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“Yea, they spake against God; they said, Can God furnish a table in the wilderness?”
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ASV
“Yea, they spake against God; They said, Can God prepare a table in the wilderness? ”
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NET
“They insulted God, saying,“Is God really able to give us food in the wilderness?”
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“They said bitter words against God, saying, Is God able to make ready a table in the waste land?”
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“Yea, they spake against God; they said, Can God furnish a table in the wilderness?”
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Psalms 78 — Context

He brought streams also out of the rock, and caused waters to run down like rivers.

Yet they still went on to sin against him, to rebel against the Most High in the desert.

They tempted God in their heart by asking food according to their desire.

Yes, they spoke against God. They said, "Can God prepare a table in the wilderness?

Behold, he struck the rock, so that waters gushed out, and streams overflowed. Can he give bread also? Will he provide flesh for his people?"

Therefore Yahweh heard, and was angry. A fire was kindled against Jacob, anger also went up against Israel,

because they didn't believe in God, and didn't trust in his salvation.

Psalms 78:19 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Psalms 78:19 say?

Psalms 78:19 in the World English Bible reads: “Yes, they spoke against God. They said, "Can God prepare a table in the wilderness?”

Where is Psalms 78:19 in the Bible?

Psalms 78:19 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of Psalms, chapter 78, verse 19.

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 78:19.

What translation should I read Psalms 78:19 in?

Psalms 78:19 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 78:19?

Psalms 78:19 reads (WEB): “Yes, they spoke against God. They said, "Can God prepare a table in the wilderness?” 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.

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