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Psalms 78:68

Psalms 78:69-1953 kjv — And he built his sanctuary like high palaces, like the earth which he hath established for ever. He chose David also hi…

King James Version

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 78:69-1953, King James Version

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Psalms 78:69-1953 in Other Translations

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  • ASV

    “And he built his sanctuary like the heights, 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 that have their young he brought him, To be the shepherd of Jacob his people, and Israel his inheritance. So he was their shepherd according to the integrity of his heart, And guided them by the skilfulness of his hands. ”

  • WEB

    “He built his sanctuary like the heights, like the earth which he has established forever. He also chose David his servant, and took him from the sheepfolds; from following the ewes that have their young, he brought him to be the shepherd of Jacob, his people, and Israel, his inheritance. So he was their shepherd according to the integrity of his heart, and guided them by the skillfulness of his hands. A Psalm by Asaph.”

  • NET

    “He made his sanctuary as enduring as the heavens above; as secure as the earth, which he established permanently. He chose David, his servant, and took him from the sheepfolds. He took him away from following the mother sheep, and made him the shepherd of Jacob, his people, and of Israel, his chosen nation. David cared for them with pure motives; he led them with skill.”

  • BBE

    “And he made his holy place like the high heaven, like the earth which is fixed by him for ever. He took David to be his servant, taking him from the place of the flocks; From looking after the sheep which were giving milk, he took him to give food to Jacob his people, and to Israel his heritage. So he gave them food with an upright heart, guiding them by the wisdom of his hands.”

  • KJVA

    “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. ”

Psalms 78 — Context

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 78:69-1953 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Psalms 78:69-1953 say?
Psalms 78:69-1953 in the King James Version reads: “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 78:69-1953 in the Bible?
Psalms 78:69-1953 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of Psalms, chapter 78, verses 69–1953.
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 78:69-1953.
What translation should I read Psalms 78:69-1953 in?
Psalms 78:69-1953 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 78:69-1953?
Psalms 78:69-1953 reads (KJV): “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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