Psalms 78:21

French (La Sainte Bible par Louis Segond 1910)

L'Eternel entendit, et il fut irrité; Un feu s'alluma contre Jacob, Et la colère s'éleva contre Israël,

What Does This Mean?

This verse describes God's anger towards the Israelites because of their disobedience. The Lord responded by sending a fire as a punishment. It indicates the consequences of disobeying God's commands.

Explained for Children

Imagine if you keep ignoring your parents' rules, they might get upset. In this case, God got upset with the Israelites for not following His rules, so He sent a fire to show how angry He was. It's like when you get a time-out, but for a whole group of people.

Historical Background

This verse is from the Psalms, written by Asaph, a Levite and one of the chief musicians in the Temple. It reflects on the history and rebellion of the Israelites during their journey from Egypt to Canaan. The Israelites frequently disobeyed God's commandments, leading to divine punishment.

Living It Out Today

In modern times, this can apply to someone who repeatedly ignores advice from their boss, leading to a stern warning or even termination. It serves as a reminder that actions have consequences and we should take advice and rules seriously.

Topics

• divine judgment
• disobedience
• punishment
• consequences
• God's anger
• Israelites

Related Verses

• Numbers 11:1
• Deuteronomy 4:24
• Psalms 78:30-31
• 1 Corinthians 10:10
• Hebrews 12:29

Frequently Asked Questions

Why did God send a fire against Israelites?

God sent a fire as a punishment for the Israelites' disobedience and rebellion against His commands, highlighting the consequences of not following divine instructions.

What does 'anger also came up against Israel' mean?

It means God's anger was directed at Israel because of their continuous disobedience, indicating that He was not pleased with their actions.

How can this verse be applied in a modern context?

This verse can be applied by understanding that ignoring advice or rules can lead to negative consequences, similar to how the Israelites faced divine punishment for their disobedience.

What historical events does Psalms 78:21 refer to?

This verse refers to the Israelites' journey from Egypt to Canaan, where they frequently disobeyed God, leading to various divine punishments, including the fire mentioned here.