Psalms 78:57 kjva — But turned back, and dealt unfaithfully like their fathers: they were turned aside like a deceitful bow.

King James Version with Apocrypha

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

— Psalms 78:57, King James Version with Apocrypha

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Psalms 78 — Context

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;

Psalms 78:57 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Psalms 78:57 say?
Psalms 78:57 in the King James Version with Apocrypha reads: “But turned back, and dealt unfaithfully like their fathers: they were turned aside like a deceitful bow.”
Where is Psalms 78:57 in the Bible?
Psalms 78:57 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of Psalms, chapter 78, verse 57.
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 78:57.
What translation should I read Psalms 78:57 in?
Psalms 78:57 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 78:57?
Psalms 78:57 reads (KJVA): “But turned back, and dealt unfaithfully like their fathers: they were turned aside like a deceitful bow.” 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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