Psalms 78:11
Psalms 78:11 in Multiple Translations
They forgot what He had done, the wonders He had shown them.
And forgat his works, and his wonders that he had shewed them.
And they forgat his doings, And his wondrous works that he had showed them.
They let his works go out of their memory, and the wonders which he had made them see.
They ignored what he had done, and the amazing things he had shown them—
And forgate his Actes, and his wonderfull woorkes that he had shewed them.
And they forget His doings, And His wonders that He shewed them.
They forgot his doings, his wondrous deeds that he had shown them.
And forgot his works, and his wonders that he had shown them.
Let the sighing of the prisoners come in before thee. According to the greatness of thy arm, take possession of the children of them that have been put to death.
They forgot what he had done; they forgot about the miracles that they had seen him perform.
Berean Amplified Bible — Psalms 78:11
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Psalms 78:11 Interlinear (Deep Study)
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וַ/יִּשְׁכְּח֥וּ
עֲלִילוֹתָ֑י/ו
וְ֝/נִפְלְאוֹתָ֗י/ו
אֲשֶׁ֣ר
הֶרְאָֽ/ם
וַ/יִּשְׁכְּח֥וּ
shâkach
H7911
to forget
Conj | V-Qal-ConsecImperf-3mp
עֲלִילוֹתָ֑י/ו
ʻălîylâh
H5949
wantonness
N-fp | Suff
וְ֝/נִפְלְאוֹתָ֗י/ו
pâlâʼ
H6381
to wonder
Conj | V-Niphal | Suff
אֲשֶׁ֣ר
ʼăsher
H834
which
Rel
הֶרְאָֽ/ם
râʼâh
H7200
Provider
V-Hiphil-Perf-3ms | Suff
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Hebrew Word Reference — Psalms 78:11
וַ/יִּשְׁכְּח֥וּ
shâkach
H7911
"to forget"
Conj | V-Qal-ConsecImperf-3mp
To forget something means to mislay it or be oblivious to it. This Hebrew word is used in the Bible to describe when people forget things, like God's commands. The KJV translates it as 'to forget' or 'at all'.
Definition: 1) to forget, ignore, wither 1a) (Qal) 1a1) to forget 1a2) to cease to care 1b) (Niphal) to be forgotten 1c) (Piel) to cause to forget 1d) (Hiphil) to make or cause to forget 1e) (Hithpael) to be forgotten Aramaic equivalent: she.khach (שְׁכַח "to find" H7912)
Usage: Occurs in 95 OT verses. KJV: [idiom] at all, (cause to) forget. See also: Genesis 27:45; Psalms 106:13; Psalms 9:13.
עֲלִילוֹתָ֑י/ו
ʻălîylâh
H5949
"wantonness"
N-fp | Suff
This word can mean wantonness or evil deeds, but also a great exploit or achievement. It's used to describe God's mighty acts and human actions, both good and bad, like in Psalm 9.
Definition: 1) wantonness, deed, doing 1a) wantonness 1b) deed 1c) practices, evil deeds
Usage: Occurs in 24 OT verses. KJV: act(-ion), deed, doing, invention, occasion, work. See also: Deuteronomy 22:14; Psalms 141:4; Psalms 9:12.
וְ֝/נִפְלְאוֹתָ֗י/ו
pâlâʼ
H6381
"to wonder"
Conj | V-Niphal | Suff
This Hebrew word means to wonder or be amazed, often at something great or difficult. It describes God's power and miracles in the Bible, like in the book of Psalms. The KJV translates it as 'marvelous' or 'wonderful'.
Definition: 1) to be marvellous, be wonderful, be surpassing, be extraordinary, separate by distinguishing action 1a) (Niphal) 1a1) to be beyond one's power, be difficult to do 1a2) to be difficult to understand 1a3) to be wonderful, be extraordinary 1a3a) marvellous (participle) 1b) (Piel) to separate (an offering) 1c) (Hiphil) 1c1) to do extraordinary or hard or difficult thing 1c2) to make wonderful, do wondrously 1d) (Hithpael) to show oneself wonderful or marvellous
Usage: Occurs in 69 OT verses. KJV: accomplish, (arise...too, be too) hard, hidden, things too high, (be, do, do a, shew) marvelous(-ly, -els, things, work), miracles, perform, separate, make singular, (be, great, make) wonderful(-ers, -ly, things, works), wondrous (things, works, -ly). See also: Genesis 18:14; Psalms 75:2; Psalms 9:2.
אֲשֶׁ֣ר
ʼăsher
H834
"which"
Rel
This Hebrew word is a conjunction that connects ideas and events in the Bible, like in the book of Genesis, where it's used to describe the relationship between God and His creation.
Definition: A: 1) (relative part.) 1a) which, who 1b) that which 2) (conj) 2a) that (in obj clause) 2b) when 2c) since 2d) as 2e) conditional if B: Beth+ 1) in (that) which 2) (adv) 2a) where 3) (conj) 3a) in that, inasmuch as 3b) on account of C: Mem+ 1) from (or than) that which 2) from (the place) where 3) from (the fact) that, since D: Kaph+ 1) (conj.), according as, as, when 1a) according to that which, according as, as 1b) with a causal force: in so far as, since 1c) with a temporal force: when
Usage: Occurs in 4440 OT verses. KJV: [idiom] after, [idiom] alike, as (soon as), because, [idiom] every, for, [phrase] forasmuch, [phrase] from whence, [phrase] how(-soever), [idiom] if, (so) that ((thing) which, wherein), [idiom] though, [phrase] until, [phrase] whatsoever, when, where ([phrase] -as, -in, -of, -on, -soever, -with), which, whilst, [phrase] whither(-soever), who(-m, -soever, -se). As it is indeclinable, it is often accompanied by the personal pronoun expletively, used to show the connection. See also: Genesis 1:7; Genesis 20:9; Genesis 31:16.
הֶרְאָֽ/ם
râʼâh
H7200
"Provider"
V-Hiphil-Perf-3ms | Suff
The Hebrew word for provider means to see or look after, and is used to describe God's care for his people. It appears in various forms throughout the Bible, including in Genesis and other books.
Definition: (Lord will) Provide, cause to be seen. This name means to see, look at, inspect, look after
Usage: Occurs in 1206 OT verses. KJV: advise self, appear, approve, behold, [idiom] certainly, consider, discern, (make to) enjoy, have experience, gaze, take heed, [idiom] indeed, [idiom] joyfully, lo, look (on, one another, one on another, one upon another, out, up, upon), mark, meet, [idiom] be near, perceive, present, provide, regard, (have) respect, (fore-, cause to, let) see(-r, -m, one another), shew (self), [idiom] sight of others, (e-) spy, stare, [idiom] surely, [idiom] think, view, visions. See also: Genesis 1:4; Genesis 41:41; Exodus 33:13.
Study Notes — Psalms 78:11
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- Context
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- Psalms 78:11 Summary
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Reflection Questions
- Gill's Exposition on Psalms 78:11
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Psalms 78:11
- Matthew Poole's Commentary on Psalms 78:11
- Trapp's Commentary on Psalms 78:11
- Cambridge Bible on Psalms 78:11
- Barnes' Notes on Psalms 78:11
- Sermons on Psalms 78:11
Context — I Will Open My Mouth in Parables
9The archers of Ephraim turned back on the day of battle.
10They failed to keep God’s covenant and refused to live by His law.
11They forgot what He had done, the wonders He had shown them.
12He worked wonders before their fathers in the land of Egypt, in the region of Zoan. 13He split the sea and brought them through; He set the waters upright like a wall.Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
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| 1 | Psalms 106:13 | Yet they soon forgot His works and failed to wait for His counsel. |
| 2 | Deuteronomy 32:18 | You ignored the Rock who brought you forth; you forgot the God who gave you birth. |
| 3 | Psalms 106:21–22 | They forgot God their Savior, who did great things in Egypt, wondrous works in the land of Ham, and awesome deeds by the Red Sea. |
| 4 | Psalms 78:7 | that they should put their confidence in God, not forgetting His works, but keeping His commandments. |
| 5 | Jeremiah 2:32 | Does a maiden forget her jewelry or a bride her wedding sash? Yet My people have forgotten Me for days without number. |
Psalms 78:11 Summary
[This verse is saying that the people of Israel forgot all the amazing things God had done for them, like the miracles He performed in Egypt, as mentioned in Exodus 14:13-14, and this forgetfulness led to their disobedience and lack of trust in God.]
Frequently Asked Questions
What does it mean to forget what God has done for us?
Forgetting what God has done for us means neglecting to remember and appreciate His past acts of love, mercy, and deliverance, as seen in Psalms 78:11, which can lead to a lack of trust and obedience, similar to the Israelites' experience in Exodus 32:1 where they forgot God's covenant with them.
Why is it important to remember God's wonders?
Remembering God's wonders is crucial because it helps us to trust in His power and goodness, as stated in Psalms 77:11, and to obey His commands, as seen in Deuteronomy 8:2 where God reminded the Israelites of His provision in the wilderness.
How can we avoid forgetting what God has done for us?
We can avoid forgetting what God has done for us by regularly reflecting on His past acts of love and mercy, as encouraged in Psalms 77:10-12, and by sharing our testimonies with others, as seen in Revelation 12:11 where the martyrs overcame Satan by the blood of the Lamb and the word of their testimony.
What are the consequences of forgetting God's works?
The consequences of forgetting God's works can be severe, including a lack of faith, disobedience, and ultimately, God's judgment, as seen in Psalms 78:11 and the surrounding context, as well as in Hosea 4:6 where God's people are destroyed for lack of knowledge.
Reflection Questions
- What are some specific ways that God has worked in my life, and how can I remember them to build my faith?
- In what ways have I forgotten God's past acts of love and mercy, and how can I repent and refocus on His goodness?
- How can I share my testimony of God's works with others to encourage and strengthen their faith?
- What are some spiritual disciplines, such as prayer or journaling, that can help me to regularly reflect on God's wonders and avoid forgetting them?
Gill's Exposition on Psalms 78:11
And forgat his works, and his wonders,.... That is, his wonderful works, the miracles he wrought in their favour, and for their deliverance, afterwards particularly mentioned; these were not only
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Psalms 78:11
The children of Ephraim, being armed, and carrying bows, turned back in the day of battle. -The Israelites failed to realize the high destination which was the very object for which God called them into national existence.
Matthew Poole's Commentary on Psalms 78:11
Forgat; not historically, but practically. They did not so remember them, as to love, and serve, and trust that God of whose infinite power and goodness they had such ample experience. Words of knowledge, such as knowing, remembering, &c., in Scripture use frequently comprehend affection and practice, as hath been oft observed.
Trapp's Commentary on Psalms 78:11
Psalms 78:11 And forgat his works, and his wonders that he had shewed them.Ver. 11. And forgat his works, and his wonders] Forgetfulness is a grave; et ingrato quicquid donatur, deperditur, all is lost that is conferred on an ungrateful person.
Cambridge Bible on Psalms 78:11
11. And they forgat his doings, And his wondrous works that he had shewed them (R.V.).
Barnes' Notes on Psalms 78:11
And forgat his works - The works which he had performed in behalf of the nation. These works are referred to in the verses following.
Sermons on Psalms 78:11
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Flip-Flopping Christians 2 - Part 2 by Joshua Daniel | This sermon emphasizes the importance of standing firm in faith and not being swayed by popular opinion or flip-flopping in our commitment to God. It highlights the need to set our |
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Bless the Lord! or Lest We Forget by H.J. Vine | H.J. Vine preaches about the importance of remembering the Lord amidst blessings, drawing from Deuteronomy 6:10-12 where God warns against forgetting Him after receiving abundant b |
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Doubt, the Sin God Hates the Most by David Wilkerson | In this sermon, the speaker shares a personal story about a doctor receiving good news about a patient's health. The speaker emphasizes the importance of believing in God's word an |
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How Quickly We Turn Aside by David Wilkerson | In this sermon, the preacher discusses the dangers of idolatry and how it can lead people away from God. He emphasizes that idols can take many forms, such as sports, entertainment |
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(The Church in the Last Days) 07 - the Harlot by Milton Green | In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the importance of following the Word of God rather than traditions or wrong teachings. He urges the listeners to listen to the entire series |
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The Lord's Supper in Your Heart by Danny Bond | In this sermon, the preacher discusses the concept of leanness in the soul and how it can be a result of disobedience to God's will. He emphasizes the importance of remembering God |
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God Works for Those Who Wait for Him by John Piper | John Piper preaches on the importance of trusting in the Lord's work for those who wait for Him, emphasizing that God's labor surpasses human efforts in providing for our needs and |