Psalms 79:9 cpdv — You have transferred a vineyard from Egypt. You have cast out the Gentiles, and planted it.

Catholic Public Domain Version

"You have transferred a vineyard from Egypt. You have cast out the Gentiles, and planted it. "

— Psalms 79:9, Catholic Public Domain Version

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Psalms 79 — Context

6

How long will you feed us the bread of tears, and give us to drink a full measure of tears?

7

You have set us as a contradiction to our neighbors. And our enemies have ridiculed us.

8

O God of hosts, convert us. And reveal your face, and we will be saved.

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You have transferred a vineyard from Egypt. You have cast out the Gentiles, and planted it.

10

You were the leader of the journey in its sight. You planted its roots, and it filled the earth.

11

Its shadow covered the hills, and its branches covered the cedars of God.

12

It extended its new branches even to the sea, and its new seedlings even to the river.

Psalms 79:9 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Psalms 79:9 say?
Psalms 79:9 in the Catholic Public Domain Version reads: “You have transferred a vineyard from Egypt. You have cast out the Gentiles, and planted it. ”
Where is Psalms 79:9 in the Bible?
Psalms 79:9 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of Psalms, chapter 79, verse 9.
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 79:9.
What translation should I read Psalms 79:9 in?
Psalms 79:9 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 79:9?
Psalms 79:9 reads (CPDV): “You have transferred a vineyard from Egypt. You have cast out the Gentiles, and planted it. ” 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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