Psalms 78:30
Psalms 78:30 in Multiple Translations
Yet before they had filled their desire, with the food still in their mouths,
They were not estranged from their lust. But while their meat was yet in their mouths,
They were not estranged from that which they desired, Their food was yet in their mouths,
But they were not turned from their desires; and while the food was still in their mouths,
But before they satisfied their appetite, while the meat was still in their mouths,
They were not turned from their lust, but the meate was yet in their mouthes,
They have not been estranged from their desire, Yet [is] their food in their mouth,
They didn’t turn from their cravings. Their food was yet in their mouths,
They were not estranged from their desire: but while their meat was yet in their mouths,
But before they had eaten all that they wanted, and while they were still eating it,
Berean Amplified Bible — Psalms 78:30
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Psalms 78:30 Interlinear (Deep Study)
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HEB
לֹא
זָר֥וּ
מִ/תַּאֲוָתָ֑/ם
ע֝֗וֹד
אָכְלָ֥/ם
בְּ/פִי/הֶֽם
לֹא
lôʼ
H3808
not
Part
זָר֥וּ
zûwr
H2114
be a stranger
V-Qal-Perf-3cp
מִ/תַּאֲוָתָ֑/ם
taʼăvâh
H8378
desire
Prep | N-fs | Suff
ע֝֗וֹד
ʻôwd
H5750
still
Adv
אָכְלָ֥/ם
ʼôkel
H400
food
N-ms | Suff
בְּ/פִי/הֶֽם
peh
H6310
lip
Prep | N-ms | Suff
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Hebrew Word Reference — Psalms 78:30
לֹא
lôʼ
H3808
"not"
Part
The Hebrew word for not or no is used to indicate absence or negation, as when God says no to the Israelites' requests, or when they disobey His commands.
Definition: 1) not, no 1a) not (with verb-absolute prohibition) 1b) not (with modifier-negation) 1c) nothing (subst) 1d) without (with particle) 1e) before (of time) Aramaic equivalent: la (לָא "not" H3809)
Usage: Occurs in 3967 OT verses. KJV: [idiom] before, [phrase] or else, ere, [phrase] except, ig(-norant), much, less, nay, neither, never, no((-ne), -r, (-thing)), ([idiom] as though...,(can-), for) not (out of), of nought, otherwise, out of, [phrase] surely, [phrase] as truly as, [phrase] of a truth, [phrase] verily, for want, [phrase] whether, without. See also: Genesis 2:5; Genesis 31:15; Exodus 4:9.
זָר֥וּ
zûwr
H2114
"be a stranger"
V-Qal-Perf-3cp
This word has several meanings, including being a stranger or foreigner, like when Abraham lived in Egypt as a foreigner. It can also mean to commit adultery, highlighting the idea of turning aside from what is right and proper, as warned against in Proverbs 5.
Definition: 1) to be strange, be a stranger 1a) (Qal) 1a1) to become estranged 1a2) strange, another, stranger, foreigner, an enemy (participle) 1a3) strange woman, prostitute, harlot (meton) 1b) (Niphal) to be estranged 1c) (Hophal) to be a stranger, be one alienated
Usage: Occurs in 76 OT verses. KJV: (come from) another (man, place), fanner, go away, (e-) strange(-r, thing, woman). See also: Exodus 29:33; Proverbs 11:15; Psalms 44:21.
מִ/תַּאֲוָתָ֑/ם
taʼăvâh
H8378
"desire"
Prep | N-fs | Suff
This word means desire or longing, and can refer to a positive or negative yearning. In the Bible, it is used to describe the desires of the heart, as seen in Psalm 38:9. It can also imply a delight or satisfaction.
Definition: 1) desire 1a) desire, wish, longings of one's heart 1a1) lust, appetite, covetousness (bad sense) 1b) thing desired, object of desire
Usage: Occurs in 21 OT verses. KJV: dainty, desire, [idiom] exceedingly, [idiom] greedily, lust(ing), pleasant. See also H6914 (קִבְרוֹת הַתַּאֲוָה). See also: Genesis 3:6; Psalms 106:14; Psalms 10:3.
ע֝֗וֹד
ʻôwd
H5750
"still"
Adv
The word 'still' means something continues or happens again, like in Genesis 29:26 and Isaiah 2:11. It can also mean 'more' or 'additionally'.
Definition: subst 1) a going round, continuance adv 2) still, yet, again, besides 2a) still, yet (of continuance or persistence) 2b) still, yet, more (of addition or repetition) 2c) again 2d) still, moreover, besides Aramaic equivalent: od (עוֹד "still" H5751)
Usage: Occurs in 459 OT verses. KJV: again, [idiom] all life long, at all, besides, but, else, further(-more), henceforth, (any) longer, (any) more(-over), [idiom] once, since, (be) still, when, (good, the) while (having being), (as, because, whether, while) yet (within). See also: Genesis 4:25; Judges 9:37; 2 Chronicles 32:16.
אָכְלָ֥/ם
ʼôkel
H400
"food"
N-ms | Suff
This Hebrew word refers to food or a meal, including cereal, meat, and other supplies. It is used in stories about everyday life, like eating and sharing meals.
Definition: 1) food 1a) cereal 1b) meat 2) food supply 3) meal, dinner
Usage: Occurs in 41 OT verses. KJV: eating, food, meal(-time), meat, prey, victuals. See also: Genesis 14:11; Deuteronomy 2:28; Psalms 78:18.
בְּ/פִי/הֶֽם
peh
H6310
"lip"
Prep | N-ms | Suff
In the Bible, this Hebrew word refers to the mouth, lips, or edge of something, and can also mean a portion or side of something. It is often used to describe speech or the act of speaking. This word appears in various forms, such as mouth, lip, or edge.
Definition: : lip/mouth peh 1) mouth 1a) mouth (of man) 1b) mouth (as organ of speech) 1c) mouth (of animals) 1d) mouth, opening, orifice (of a well, river, etc) 1e) extremity, end pim 2) a weight equal to one third of a shekel, occurs only in 1Sa 13:21
Usage: Occurs in 460 OT verses. KJV: accord(-ing as, -ing to), after, appointment, assent, collar, command(-ment), [idiom] eat, edge, end, entry, [phrase] file, hole, [idiom] in, mind, mouth, part, portion, [idiom] (should) say(-ing), sentence, skirt, sound, speech, [idiom] spoken, talk, tenor, [idiom] to, [phrase] two-edged, wish, word. See also: Genesis 4:11; Deuteronomy 21:17; Ezra 9:11.
Study Notes — Psalms 78:30
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- Context
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- Psalms 78:30 Summary
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Reflection Questions
- Gill's Exposition on Psalms 78:30
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Psalms 78:30
- Matthew Poole's Commentary on Psalms 78:30
- Trapp's Commentary on Psalms 78:30
- Ellicott's Commentary on Psalms 78:30
- Cambridge Bible on Psalms 78:30
- Barnes' Notes on Psalms 78:30
- Whedon's Commentary on Psalms 78:30
- Sermons on Psalms 78:30
Context — I Will Open My Mouth in Parables
28He felled them in the midst of their camp, all around their dwellings.
29So they ate and were well filled, for He gave them what they craved.
30Yet before they had filled their desire, with the food still in their mouths,
31God’s anger flared against them, and He put to death their strongest and subdued the young men of Israel. 32In spite of all this, they kept on sinning; despite His wonderful works, they did not believe.Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
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| 1 | Numbers 11:33–34 | But while the meat was still between their teeth, before it was chewed, the anger of the LORD burned against the people, and the LORD struck them with a severe plague. So they called that place Kibroth-hattaavah, because there they buried the people who had craved other food. |
| 2 | Luke 16:19–23 | Now there was a rich man dressed in purple and fine linen, who lived each day in joyous splendor. And a beggar named Lazarus lay at his gate, covered with sores and longing to be fed with the crumbs that fell from the rich man’s table. Even the dogs came and licked his sores. One day the beggar died and was carried by the angels to Abraham’s side. And the rich man also died and was buried. In Hades, where he was in torment, he looked up and saw Abraham from afar, with Lazarus by his side. |
| 3 | Numbers 22:20–22 | That night God came to Balaam and said, “Since these men have come to summon you, get up and go with them, but you must only do what I tell you.” So in the morning Balaam got up, saddled his donkey, and went with the princes of Moab. Then God’s anger was kindled because Balaam was going along, and the angel of the LORD stood in the road to oppose him. Balaam was riding his donkey, and his two servants were with him. |
| 4 | Proverbs 1:32 | For the waywardness of the simple will slay them, and the complacency of fools will destroy them. |
Psalms 78:30 Summary
Psalms 78:30 teaches us that even when God gives us what we want, we can still rebel against Him if our hearts are not right. The Israelites had been given food by God, but they still disobeyed Him, showing that their problem was not a lack of provision, but a lack of faith and gratitude, similar to the warnings in Deuteronomy 8:10-14. This verse reminds us to always prioritize our relationship with God and to be thankful for His blessings, as expressed in Colossians 3:15-17. By doing so, we can avoid the kind of rebellion and judgment that the Israelites faced, and instead experience God's love and faithfulness, as promised in Psalms 23:1 and Jeremiah 31:3.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the context of Psalms 78:30?
The context of Psalms 78:30 is that the Israelites had been given food by God, as stated in Psalms 78:29, but they still rebelled against Him, leading to His anger and judgment, as seen in Psalms 78:31.
Why did God give the Israelites food if they were going to rebel against Him?
God gave the Israelites food because He is a loving and providing God, as seen in Psalms 23:1 and Matthew 6:26, but their rebellion was a result of their own sinful hearts, not a lack of provision from God.
What is the significance of the phrase 'with the food still in their mouths'?
The phrase 'with the food still in their mouths' emphasizes the Israelites' rapid descent into sin and rebellion, even before they had fully enjoyed the blessings God had given them, highlighting their ingratitude and lack of faith, similar to the warnings in Deuteronomy 8:10-14.
How does this verse relate to the overall theme of Psalms 78?
Psalms 78:30 relates to the overall theme of the chapter, which is the history of God's dealings with the Israelites, highlighting their rebellion and God's judgment, as well as His faithfulness and love, as seen in Psalms 78:1-8 and Psalms 78:65-72.
Reflection Questions
- What are some ways that I, like the Israelites, may be taking God's blessings for granted or rebelling against Him?
- How can I cultivate a heart of gratitude and faith, like the one described in Psalms 100:4-5, in response to God's provision and blessings in my life?
- What are some areas in my life where I may be prioritizing my own desires over obedience to God, and how can I realign my priorities with His will, as expressed in Romans 12:1-2?
- In what ways can I, like the Israelites, be tempted to forget God's faithfulness and provision, and how can I remind myself of His love and care, as seen in Lamentations 3:22-23?
Gill's Exposition on Psalms 78:30
They were not estranged from their lust,.... By the goodness and liberality of God unto them, they were not brought to repentance for their sin of lusting; nor did they abstain from their fleshly
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Psalms 78:30
Marvellous things did he in the sight of their fathers, in the land of Egypt, in the field of Zoan.
Matthew Poole's Commentary on Psalms 78:30
The sense is either, 1. Whilst their greedy appetite yet continued, and was not fully satisfied, before, they began to loathe it, as they did afterwards, . Or, 2. Before they were deprived or destitute of their desired food, whim they enjoyed it, and were still feeding upon it, as the next clause explains this. God’ s patience did not wait upon them till that food was spent, but fell upon them instantly.
Trapp's Commentary on Psalms 78:30
Psalms 78:30 They were not estranged from their lust. But while their meat [was] yet in their mouths,Ver. 30. They were not estranged from their lust] Satiated they were, but not satisfied. It is as easy to quench the fire of Aetna as the thoughts set on fire by lust.
Ellicott's Commentary on Psalms 78:30
(30, 31) Evidently from Numbers 11:33, They did not yet loath in consequence of their lusts, the meat was yet in their mouths when, &c. For the expression, comp. the Latin alienari ab aliqua re, to be disinclined to a thing, and our own “stranger to fear,” &c
Cambridge Bible on Psalms 78:30
30. They were not estranged from their lust, Their food was yet in their mouth,
Barnes' Notes on Psalms 78:30
They were not estranged from their lust - literally, “They were not made strangers to;” that is, in regard to their lusts or desires they were not in the condition of “foreigners” or aliens; they were not separated from them.
Whedon's Commentary on Psalms 78:30
30. They were not estranged from their lust—Indulgence never cures unlawful appetites, nor awakens gratitude to God.
Sermons on Psalms 78:30
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Hell No Exits by Leonard Ravenhill | In this sermon, the preacher discusses the book of Revelation and highlights three aspects of it: Majesty, mystery, and misery. He encourages the audience to seek inspiration from |
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A Cry From Torment by Charles Stanley | In this sermon, Jesus is addressing the Pharisees who were lovers of money and were scoffing at Him. He tells a story, possibly a parable, about a rich man and a beggar named Lazar |
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Hell: Isn't the God of Christianity an Angry Judge? by Tim Keller | In this sermon, the speaker discusses the importance of understanding the concept of hell in order to understand one's own heart. He uses the parable of the rich man and Lazarus fr |
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God's Bloodhound by Rolfe Barnard | In this sermon, the speaker discusses their plan to distribute 50 sets of 70-hour tapes throughout America to help train young preachers. They express gratitude for the person fina |
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The Voice of the Lost by A.W. Tozer | In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes that man is a moral wanderer, far from God and unwilling to return. However, God is constantly calling humanity to come back to Him through |
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The Cry From Hell by David Legge | In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the urgency of sending people to share the message of salvation. He uses vivid imagery to describe the consequences of not taking action, suc |
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Das Neue Wesen (German) by Richard Wurmbrand | The sermon transcript discusses the conditions and demands that the world places on believers in order for them to have faith. It suggests that modernizing theology, incorporating |