King James Version
Psalms 106:15 in the King James Version says “And he gave them their request; but sent leanness into their soul.” — study this verse from Psalms chapter 106 with commentary, cross-references, and original Hebrew word analysis.
“And he gave them their request; but sent leanness into their soul.”
Psalms 106:15 · KJV
They soon forgat his works; they waited not for his counsel: They soon: Heb. They made haste, they forgat
But lusted exceedingly in the wilderness, and tempted God in the desert. lusted: Heb. lusted a lust
And he gave them their request; but sent leanness into their soul.
They envied Moses also in the camp, and Aaron the saint of the LORD.
The earth opened and swallowed up Dathan, and covered the company of Abiram.
KJV Study — Public Domain
“And he gave”
H5414to give, used with greatest latitude of application (put, make, etc.)
“into their soul”
H5315properly, a breathing creature, i.e., animal of (abstractly) vitality; used very widely in a literal, accommodated or figurative sense (bodily or ment
This verse is found in the book of Psalms. Understanding the historical and cultural background helps illuminate its meaning for the original audience and for us today.
Psalms 106:15 contributes to our understanding of God's character and His relationship with humanity. Consider how this verse connects to the broader themes of Scripture.
Verses related to Psalms 106:15 from Treasury of Scripture Knowledge