Psalms 78:50

Arabic Bible AVD 1999 (الكتاب المقدس)

مَهَّدَ سَبِيلًا لِغَضَبِهِ. لَمْ يَمْنَعْ مِنَ ٱلْمَوْتِ أَنْفُسَهُمْ، بَلْ دَفَعَ حَيَاتَهُمْ لِلْوَبَإِ.

What Does This Mean?

This verse describes God's anger and how He punished a group by giving them over to death. It shows the severity of His judgment. The speaker is likely the author of Psalm 78, who is recounting a past event where God's anger was directed at people who disobeyed Him.

Explained for Children

Imagine if you did something really naughty, and your parent was so upset that they couldn't stop being angry. This verse is like that, but much bigger. God was so upset with some people that He let them get very sick.

Historical Background

Psalm 78 was written by Asaph, a Levite musician and prophet, likely during the time of King David or Solomon. It is a narrative psalm that recounts the history of Israel's rebellion against God, written to remind the Israelites of their past and the consequences of their actions.

Living It Out Today

Today, this verse reminds us that God's anger is serious and can lead to severe consequences. It encourages us to be faithful and obedient, lest we face His wrath. For example, a young adult might think twice about choosing a path that could lead to dire consequences, remembering this verse.

Topics

• punishment
• obedience
• consequences
• anger
• faithfulness
• judgment

Related Verses

• Numbers 16:46
• 1 Kings 19:10
• Deuteronomy 32:22
• Revelation 16:10
• Ezekiel 5:13

Frequently Asked Questions

What does it mean when God 'spared not their soul from death'?

It means that God did not save or protect the people from death, showing the severity of His judgment and anger.

Is this verse only about literal death?

While it speaks of death, it can also symbolize spiritual death or separation from God, emphasizing the serious consequences of disobedience.

Who is the 'He' in this verse?

'He' refers to God, who is described as making a way for His anger to be released upon those who had disobeyed Him.

What can we learn from this verse about obedience?

This verse teaches us that obedience is crucial, as disobedience can lead to severe consequences, reminding us to remain faithful and obedient to God's commands.