King James Version

What Does psalm 78:50 Mean?

psalm 78:50 in the King James Version says “He made a way to his anger; he spared not their soul from death, but gave their life over to the pestilence; He made: He...” — study this verse from psalm chapter 78 with commentary, cross-references, and original Greek word analysis.

“He made a way to his anger; he spared not their soul from death, but gave their life over to the pestilence; He made: Heb. He weighed a path life: or, beasts to the murrain”

psalm 78:50 · KJV

Context

48

He gave up their cattle also to the hail, and their flocks to hot thunderbolts. gave: Heb. shut up hot: or, lightnings

49

He cast upon them the fierceness of his anger, wrath, and indignation, and trouble, by sending evil angels among them.

50

He made a way to his anger; he spared not their soul from death, but gave their life over to the pestilence; He made: Heb. He weighed a path life: or, beasts to the murrain

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.

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Theological Significance

psalm 78:50 contributes to our understanding of God's character and His relationship with humanity. Consider how this verse connects to the broader themes of Scripture.

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