Psalms 79:12
“And render unto our neighbours sevenfold into their bosom their reproach, wherewith they have reproached thee, O Lord.”
Psalms 79:12 in 7 translations
- KJVKing James Version
- And render unto our neighbours sevenfold into their bosom their reproach, wherewith they have reproached thee, O Lord.
- DRADouay–Rheims
- And render to our neighbours sevenfold in their bosom: the reproach wherewith they have reproached thee, O Lord.
- ASVAmerican Standard Version
- And render unto our neighbors sevenfold into their bosom Their reproach, wherewith they have reproached thee, O Lord.
- DARBYDarby
- And render unto our neighbours, sevenfold into their bosom, their reproach, wherewith they have reproached thee, O Lord.
- WEBThe World English Bible
- Pay back to our neighbors seven times into their bosom their reproach with which they have reproached you, Lord.
- YLTYoung's Literal Translation
- And turn Thou back to our neighbours, Sevenfold unto their bosom, their reproach, Wherewith they reproached Thee, O Lord.
- BPVBiblePics Version
- And render unto our neighbours sevenfold into their bosom their reproach, wherewith they have reproached thee, O Lord.
Context: Psalms 79
10Wherefore should the heathen say, Where is their God? let him be known among the heathen in our sight by the revenging of the blood of thy servants which is shed.
11Let the sighing of the prisoner come before thee; according to the greatness of thy power preserve thou those that are appointed to die;
12And render unto our neighbours sevenfold into their bosom their reproach, wherewith they have reproached thee, O Lord.
13So we thy people and sheep of thy pasture will give thee thanks for ever: we will shew forth thy praise to all generations.
About Psalms 79: A Cry for Mercy Amidst Destruction
Psalm 79 is a lamentation written in response to the destruction of Jerusalem and the Temple by the Babylonians. The psalmist cries out to God for mercy and asks that He put an end to the violence and destruction.
Commentary
Psalm 79 serves as a powerful reminder of the consequences of sin and disobedience. The psalmist acknowledges that the people of Israel have sinned and are deserving of punishment, yet he pleads with God for mercy and forgiveness. This psalm also highlights the strong connections between the people of Israel and the land they inhabit, as the destruction of the Temple is seen as a desecration of God's holy dwelling place. Ultimately, Psalm 79 serves as a message of hope amidst despair, as the psalmist trusts that God will intervene and restore His people.