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Psalms 78:52

Psalms 78:53-1953 kjv — And he led them on safely, so that they feared not: but the sea overwhelmed their enemies. And he brought them to the b…

King James Version

53

And he led them on safely, so that they feared not: but the sea overwhelmed their enemies.

54

And he brought them to the border of his sanctuary, even to this mountain, which his right hand had purchased.

55

He cast out the heathen also before them, and divided them an inheritance by line, and made the tribes of Israel to dwell in their tents.

56

Yet they tempted and provoked the most high God, and kept not his testimonies:

57

But turned back, and dealt unfaithfully like their fathers: they were turned aside like a deceitful bow.

58

For they provoked him to anger with their high places, and moved him to jealousy with their graven images.

59

When God heard this, he was wroth, and greatly abhorred Israel:

60

So that he forsook the tabernacle of Shiloh, the tent which he placed among men;

61

And delivered his strength into captivity, and his glory into the enemy’s hand.

62

He gave his people over also unto the sword; and was wroth with his inheritance.

63

The fire consumed their young men; and their maidens were not given to marriage.

64

Their priests fell by the sword; and their widows made no lamentation.

65

Then the Lord awaked as one out of sleep, and like a mighty man that shouteth by reason of wine.

66

And he smote his enemies in the hinder parts: he put them to a perpetual reproach.

67

Moreover he refused the tabernacle of Joseph, and chose not the tribe of Ephraim:

68

But chose the tribe of Judah, the mount Zion which he loved.

69

And he built his sanctuary like high palaces, like the earth which he hath established for ever.

70

He chose David also his servant, and took him from the sheepfolds:

71

From following the ewes great with young he brought him to feed Jacob his people, and Israel his inheritance.

72

So he fed them according to the integrity of his heart; and guided them by the skilfulness of his hands.

— Psalms 78:53-1953, King James Version

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Psalms 78 — Context

50

He made a way to his anger; he spared not their soul from death, but gave their life over to the pestilence;

51

And smote all the firstborn in Egypt; the chief of their strength in the tabernacles of Ham:

52

But made his own people to go forth like sheep, and guided them in the wilderness like a flock.

53

And he led them on safely, so that they feared not: but the sea overwhelmed their enemies.

54

And he brought them to the border of his sanctuary, even to this mountain, which his right hand had purchased.

55

He cast out the heathen also before them, and divided them an inheritance by line, and made the tribes of Israel to dwell in their tents.

56

Yet they tempted and provoked the most high God, and kept not his testimonies:

57

But turned back, and dealt unfaithfully like their fathers: they were turned aside like a deceitful bow.

58

For they provoked him to anger with their high places, and moved him to jealousy with their graven images.

59

When God heard this, he was wroth, and greatly abhorred Israel:

60

So that he forsook the tabernacle of Shiloh, the tent which he placed among men;

61

And delivered his strength into captivity, and his glory into the enemy’s hand.

62

He gave his people over also unto the sword; and was wroth with his inheritance.

63

The fire consumed their young men; and their maidens were not given to marriage.

64

Their priests fell by the sword; and their widows made no lamentation.

65

Then the Lord awaked as one out of sleep, and like a mighty man that shouteth by reason of wine.

66

And he smote his enemies in the hinder parts: he put them to a perpetual reproach.

67

Moreover he refused the tabernacle of Joseph, and chose not the tribe of Ephraim:

68

But chose the tribe of Judah, the mount Zion which he loved.

69

And he built his sanctuary like high palaces, like the earth which he hath established for ever.

70

He chose David also his servant, and took him from the sheepfolds:

71

From following the ewes great with young he brought him to feed Jacob his people, and Israel his inheritance.

72

So he fed them according to the integrity of his heart; and guided them by the skilfulness of his hands.

Psalms 78:53-1953 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Psalms 78:53-1953 say?
Psalms 78:53-1953 in the King James Version reads: “And he led them on safely, so that they feared not: but the sea overwhelmed their enemies. And he brought them to the border of his sanctuary, even to this mountain, which his right hand had purchased. He cast out the heathen also before them, and divided them an inheritance by line, and made the tribes of Israel to dwell in their tents. Yet they tempted and provoked the most high God, and kept not his testimonies: But turned back, and dealt unfaithfully like their fathers: they were turned aside like a deceitful bow. For they provoked him to anger with their high places, and moved him to jealousy with their graven images. When God heard this, he was wroth, and greatly abhorred Israel: So that he forsook the tabernacle of Shiloh, the tent which he placed among men; And delivered his strength into captivity, and his glory into the enemy’s hand. He gave his people over also unto the sword; and was wroth with his inheritance. The fire consumed their young men; and their maidens were not given to marriage. Their priests fell by the sword; and their widows made no lamentation. Then the Lord awaked as one out of sleep, and like a mighty man that shouteth by reason of wine. And he smote his enemies in the hinder parts: he put them to a perpetual reproach. Moreover he refused the tabernacle of Joseph, and chose not the tribe of Ephraim: But chose the tribe of Judah, the mount Zion which he loved. And he built his sanctuary like high palaces, like the earth which he hath established for ever. He chose David also his servant, and took him from the sheepfolds: From following the ewes great with young he brought him to feed Jacob his people, and Israel his inheritance. So he fed them according to the integrity of his heart; and guided them by the skilfulness of his hands. ”
Where is Psalms 78:53-1953 in the Bible?
Psalms 78:53-1953 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of Psalms, chapter 78, verses 53–1953.
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 78:53-1953.
What translation should I read Psalms 78:53-1953 in?
Psalms 78:53-1953 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 78:53-1953?
Psalms 78:53-1953 reads (KJV): “And he led them on safely, so that they feared not: but the sea overwhelmed their enemies. And he brought them to the border of his sanctuary, even to this mountain, which his right hand had purchased. He cast out the heathen also before them, and divided them an inheritance by line, and made the tribes of Israel to dwell in their tents. Yet they tempted and provoked the most high God, and kept not his testimonies: But turned back, and dealt unfaithfully like their fathers: they were turned aside like a deceitful bow. For they provoked him to anger with their high places, and moved him to jealousy with their graven images. When God heard this, he was wroth, and greatly abhorred Israel: So that he forsook the tabernacle of Shiloh, the tent which he placed among men; And delivered his strength into captivity, and his glory into the enemy’s hand. He gave his people over also unto the sword; and was wroth with his inheritance. The fire consumed their young men; and their maidens were not given to marriage. Their priests fell by the sword; and their widows made no lamentation. Then the Lord awaked as one out of sleep, and like a mighty man that shouteth by reason of wine. And he smote his enemies in the hinder parts: he put them to a perpetual reproach. Moreover he refused the tabernacle of Joseph, and chose not the tribe of Ephraim: But chose the tribe of Judah, the mount Zion which he loved. And he built his sanctuary like high palaces, like the earth which he hath established for ever. He chose David also his servant, and took him from the sheepfolds: From following the ewes great with young he brought him to feed Jacob his people, and Israel his inheritance. So he fed them according to the integrity of his heart; and guided them by the skilfulness of his hands. ” 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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