King James Version
psalm 78:64 in the King James Version says “Their priests fell by the sword; and their widows made no lamentation.” — study this verse from psalm chapter 78 with commentary, cross-references, and original Greek word analysis.
“Their priests fell by the sword; and their widows made no lamentation.”
psalm 78:64 · KJV
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
Their priests fell by the sword; and their widows made no lamentation.
Then the Lord awaked as one out of sleep, and like a mighty man that shouteth by reason of wine.
And he smote his enemies in the hinder parts: he put them to a perpetual reproach.
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