Psalms 78:12
“Marvellous things did he in the sight of their fathers, in the land of Egypt, in the field of Zoan.”
Psalms 78:12 in 7 translations
- KJVKing James Version
- Marvellous things did he in the sight of their fathers, in the land of Egypt, in the field of Zoan.
- DRADouay–Rheims
- Wonderful things did he do in the sight of their fathers, in the land of Egypt, in the field of Tanis.
- ASVAmerican Standard Version
- Marvellous things did he in the sight of their fathers, In the land of Egypt, in the field of Zoan.
- DARBYDarby
- In the sight of their fathers had he done wonders, in the land of Egypt, the field of Zoan.
- WEBThe World English Bible
- He did marvelous things in the sight of their fathers, in the land of Egypt, in the field of Zoan.
- YLTYoung's Literal Translation
- Before their fathers He hath done wonders, In the land of Egypt ; the field of Zoan.
- BPVBiblePics Version
- He performed marvelous deeds in the sight of their ancestors, in the land of Egypt, in the fields of Zoan.
Context: Psalms 78
10They kept not the covenant of God, and refused to walk in his law;
11And forgat his works, and his wonders that he had shewed them.
12Marvellous things did he in the sight of their fathers, in the land of Egypt, in the field of Zoan.
13He divided the sea, and caused them to pass through; and he made the waters to stand as an heap.
14In the daytime also he led them with a cloud, and all the night with a light of fire.
About Psalms 78: Lessons from Israel's History
Psalm 78 recounts the history of Israel and how God proved Himself faithful despite their continuous disobedience. It emphasizes the importance of passing down the knowledge of God's faithfulness to future generations.
Commentary
Psalm 78 serves as a reminder that forgetting God's faithfulness leads to disobedience and downfall. The psalmist emphasizes the need to teach the next generation about God's work and wonders so that we can honor Him with our lives. The psalm also highlights the consequences of disobedience and the need for repentance. Thus, we must make a conscious effort to pass down our faith and knowledge of God's faithfulness to the generations that follow us. Ultimately, we are encouraged to trust in God's faithfulness because He is the only one who can grant us eternal salvation.