Psalms 78:65

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

তেতিয়া প্ৰভু টোপনিৰ পৰা সাৰ পোৱা মানুহৰ দৰে হ’ল; দ্ৰাক্ষাৰস পান কৰি চিঞৰ-বাখৰ কৰা বীৰ যোদ্ধাৰ নিচিনাকৈ জাগি উঠিল।

What Does This Mean?

This verse describes God as waking up from sleep and shouting like a strong man after drinking wine. It implies that God was inactive but then became active and powerful. The speaker is the Psalmist, and the key message is about God's sudden and powerful intervention.

Explained for Children

Imagine if your mom or dad was sleeping and suddenly woke up and said, 'It's time to play!' That's like what this verse is saying about God. God was resting, but then He woke up and said, 'Time for action!'

Historical Background

Psalm 78 was written by Asaph, a Levite and a leader of music in the temple. This psalm was likely written during the time of the divided kingdom, around the 6th century BC. It reflects on Israel's history and God's actions in response to the people's faithfulness or lack thereof.

Living It Out Today

In a modern scenario, this verse could apply to a situation where a person feels God has been distant or inactive in their life. However, just like in the verse, they can have hope that God will suddenly and powerfully intervene when they need it most.

Topics

• intervention
• power
• sleep
• faith
• history
• hope

Related Verses

• Psalms 13:3
• Hosea 5:15
• Isaiah 27:3
• John 11:43
• Acts 2:23

Frequently Asked Questions

What does it mean that God awakes like a man out of sleep?

This metaphor suggests that God was inactive or dormant, but suddenly became active and responsive, much like a person who wakes up from sleep and becomes alert.

Why is God compared to a mighty man that shouteth by reason of wine?

This comparison highlights God's sudden strength and energy. Wine in ancient times was often associated with courage and strength, so the imagery suggests God's powerful intervention.

Who wrote Psalm 78?

Psalm 78 was written by Asaph, a Levite and a leader of music in the temple, known for his psalms that often reflect on Israel's history.

How can this verse be used in a Bible study?

This verse can be used to discuss God's intervention in history and personal lives. It can also be a starting point for discussing the metaphors used to describe God's actions.