Psalms 78:8 cpdv — Do not remember our iniquities of the past. May your mercies quickly intercept us, for we have become exceedingly poor.

Catholic Public Domain Version

"Do not remember our iniquities of the past. May your mercies quickly intercept us, for we have become exceedingly poor. "

— Psalms 78:8, Catholic Public Domain Version

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Psalms 78 — Context

5

How long, O Lord? Will you be angry until the end? Will your zeal be kindled like a fire?

6

Pour out your wrath among the Gentiles, who have not known you, and upon the kingdoms that have not invoked your name.

7

For they have devoured Jacob, and they have desolated his place.

8

Do not remember our iniquities of the past. May your mercies quickly intercept us, for we have become exceedingly poor.

9

Help us, O God, our Savior. And free us, Lord, for the glory of your name. And forgive us our sins for the sake of your name.

10

Let them not say among the Gentiles, “Where is their God?” And may your name become known among the nations before our eyes. For the retribution of your servants’ blood, which has been poured out:

11

may the groans of the shackled enter before you. According to the greatness of your arm, take possession of the sons of those who have been killed.

Psalms 78:8 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Psalms 78:8 say?
Psalms 78:8 in the Catholic Public Domain Version reads: “Do not remember our iniquities of the past. May your mercies quickly intercept us, for we have become exceedingly poor. ”
Where is Psalms 78:8 in the Bible?
Psalms 78:8 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of Psalms, chapter 78, verse 8.
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 78:8.
What translation should I read Psalms 78:8 in?
Psalms 78:8 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 78:8?
Psalms 78:8 reads (CPDV): “Do not remember our iniquities of the past. May your mercies quickly intercept us, for we have become exceedingly poor. ” 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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