King James Version
psalm 78:61 in the King James Version says “And delivered his strength into captivity, and his glory into the enemy's hand.” — study this verse from psalm chapter 78 with commentary, cross-references, and original Greek word analysis.
“And delivered his strength into captivity, and his glory into the enemy's hand.”
psalm 78:61 · KJV
When God heard this, he was wroth, and greatly abhorred Israel:
So that he forsook the tabernacle of Shiloh, the tent which he placed among men;
And delivered his strength into captivity, and his glory into the enemy's hand.
He gave his people over also unto the sword; and was wroth with his inheritance.
The fire consumed their young men; and their maidens were not given to marriage. given: Heb. praised
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