Psalms 78:58

Assamese - 2019 (ইণ্ডিয়ান ৰিভাইচ ভাৰচন (IRV) আচামিচ - 2019)

তেওঁলোকে ওখ ঠাইৰ মঠবোৰৰ দ্বাৰাই তেওঁক ক্রোধিত কৰিলে; তেওঁলোকে প্ৰতিমাবোৰৰ দ্বাৰাই তেওঁৰ হিংসা জগাই তুলিলে।

What Does This Mean?

This verse from Psalms 78:58 says that God became angry and jealous because the Israelites worshipped idols and built altars to other gods. It's part of a larger passage where the psalmist, likely Asaph, is recounting the history and failures of Israel.

Explained for Children

Imagine you have a best friend, and you keep playing with other toys instead of spending time with them. Your friend might feel sad and angry. That's what happened here. God felt sad and angry because the people chose to worship other things instead of Him.

Historical Background

This verse is part of Psalm 78, which was written by Asaph, one of the chief musicians in the temple. It was likely written during the time of King David or Solomon and aimed at the Israelites, reminding them of their covenant with God and their repeated failures to stay faithful.

Living It Out Today

In modern terms, this verse could remind us not to let distractions or other things take the place of our relationship with God. For instance, if someone spends more time on their phone or hobbies than praying or attending church, they might be neglecting their spiritual relationship.

Topics

• worship
• jealousy
• idolatry
• covenant
• faithfulness
• rebellion

Related Verses

• Exodus 32:1-35
• 1 Kings 18:16-40
• 2 Kings 17:7-18
• Romans 1:18-25
• 1 John 5:21

Frequently Asked Questions

What caused God's anger and jealousy in this verse?

God became angry and jealous because the Israelites built altars to other gods and worshipped idols instead of focusing on Him alone.

How does this verse relate to the broader message of Psalm 78?

This verse is part of Asaph's recounting of Israel's history, highlighting their repeated failures to stay faithful to God and the consequences of their actions.

What can we learn from this verse about our relationship with God?

We can learn that it's important to maintain a faithful relationship with God and avoid distractions or other things that might take His place in our lives.

How do the cross-references relate to Psalms 78:58?

The cross-references provide examples of similar themes like idolatry and God's response to it, helping to understand the context and implications of the verse.