Psalms 78:44
Psalms 78:44 in Multiple Translations
He turned their rivers to blood, and from their streams they could not drink.
And had turned their rivers into blood; and their floods, that they could not drink.
And turned their rivers into blood, And their streams, so that they could not drink.
So that their rivers were turned to blood, and they were not able to get drink from their streams.
There he turned their rivers and their streams into blood so that no one could drink from them.
And turned their riuers into blood, and their floods, that they could not drinke.
And He turneth to blood their streams, And their floods they drink not.
he turned their rivers into blood, and their streams, so that they could not drink.
And had turned their rivers into blood; and their floods, that they could not drink.
He caused the Nile River (OR, their sources of water) to become red like blood, with the result that the people of Egypt had no water to drink.
Berean Amplified Bible — Psalms 78:44
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Psalms 78:44 Interlinear (Deep Study)
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וַ/יַּהֲפֹ֣ךְ
לְ֭/דָם
יְאֹרֵי/הֶ֑ם
וְ֝/נֹזְלֵי/הֶ֗ם
בַּל
יִשְׁתָּיֽוּ/ן
וַ/יַּהֲפֹ֣ךְ
hâphak
H2015
to overturn
Conj | V-Qal-ConsecImperf-3ms
לְ֭/דָם
dâm
H1818
blood
Prep | N-ms
יְאֹרֵי/הֶ֑ם
yᵉʼôr
H2975
stream
N-mp | Suff
וְ֝/נֹזְלֵי/הֶ֗ם
nâzal
H5140
to flow
Conj | V-Qal | Suff
בַּל
bal
H1077
not
Part
יִשְׁתָּיֽוּ/ן
shâthâh
H8354
to drink
V-Qal-Imperf-3mp | Suff
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Hebrew Word Reference — Psalms 78:44
וַ/יַּהֲפֹ֣ךְ
hâphak
H2015
"to overturn"
Conj | V-Qal-ConsecImperf-3ms
To overturn means to turn something around or change it completely, often implying a reversal or transformation. This can be seen in the Bible when something is turned upside down or changed radically.
Definition: 1) to turn, overthrow, overturn 1a) (Qal) 1a1) to overturn, overthrow 1a2) to turn, turn about, turn over, turn around 1a3) to change, transform 1b) (Niphal) 1b1) to turn oneself, turn, turn back 1b2) to change oneself 1b3) to be perverse 1b4) to be turned, be turned over, be changed, be turned against 1b5) to be reversed 1b6) to be overturned, be overthrown 1b7) to be upturned 1c) (Hithpael) 1c1) to transform oneself 1c2) to turn this way and that, turn every way 1d) (Hophal) to turn on someone
Usage: Occurs in 92 OT verses. KJV: [idiom] become, change, come, be converted, give, make (a bed), overthrow (-turn), perverse, retire, tumble, turn (again, aside, back, to the contrary, every way). See also: Genesis 3:24; Job 30:15; Psalms 30:12.
לְ֭/דָם
dâm
H1818
"blood"
Prep | N-ms
Blood refers to the liquid that flows through the body, essential for life. In the Bible, blood is often used to symbolize life, guilt, or sacrifice, as seen in the story of Jesus' crucifixion.
Definition: 1) blood 1a) of wine (fig.)
Usage: Occurs in 295 OT verses. KJV: blood(-y, -guiltiness, (-thirsty), [phrase] innocent. See also: Genesis 4:10; Numbers 19:5; Psalms 5:7.
יְאֹרֵי/הֶ֑ם
yᵉʼôr
H2975
"stream"
N-mp | Suff
A stream or river, like the Nile, is what this word refers to. It can also mean a canal, watercourse, or even a mining shaft, emphasizing the flow of water.
Definition: 1) river, stream, canal, Nile, Nile-canal 1a) stream, river (Nile) 1b) Nile-arms, Nile-canals 1c) watercourses 1d) shafts (mining) 1e) river (in general)
Usage: Occurs in 48 OT verses. KJV: brook, flood, river, stream. See also: Genesis 41:1; Psalms 78:44; Isaiah 7:18.
וְ֝/נֹזְלֵי/הֶ֗ם
nâzal
H5140
"to flow"
Conj | V-Qal | Suff
This Hebrew word means to flow or drip, like a stream or flood, and is used to describe the movement of water. It appears in descriptions of natural wonders, like rivers and waterfalls. In the Bible, it is used in Isaiah 44:3 to describe God's blessings flowing like a river.
Definition: 1) to flow, distil, flow forth or down, trickle, drop 1a) (Qal) 1a1) to flow 1a1a) streams, floods (participle) 1a2) to distil 1b) (Hiphil) to cause to flow
Usage: Occurs in 16 OT verses. KJV: distil, drop, flood, (cause to) flow(-ing), gush out, melt, pour (down), running water, stream. See also: Exodus 15:8; Proverbs 5:15; Psalms 78:16.
בַּל
bal
H1077
"not"
Part
In the Bible, this Hebrew word means not or nothing, often used to show something is absent or non-existent. It appears in various forms, like lest or neither. The KJV Bible translates it in different ways, including not or none.
Definition: not, hardly, else
Usage: Occurs in 58 OT verses. KJV: lest, neither, no, none (that...), not (any), nothing. See also: 1 Chronicles 16:30; Psalms 140:12; Psalms 10:4.
יִשְׁתָּיֽוּ/ן
shâthâh
H8354
"to drink"
V-Qal-Imperf-3mp | Suff
In the Bible, this Hebrew word means to drink, and it's used in many ways, like drinking from a cup or feasting. It's also used to describe being drunk or taking part in a big celebration. We see it in stories like the Last Supper in Matthew 26:27.
Definition: 1) to drink 1a) (Qal) 1a1) to drink 1a1a) of drinking cup of God's wrath, of slaughter, of wicked deeds (fig) 1a2) to feast 1b) (Niphal) to be drunk Aramaic equivalent: she.tah (שְׁתָה "to drink" H8355)
Usage: Occurs in 193 OT verses. KJV: [idiom] assuredly, banquet, [idiom] certainly, drink(-er, -ing), drunk ([idiom] -ard), surely. (Prop. intensive of H8248 (שָׁקָה).) See also: Genesis 9:21; 2 Kings 19:24; Psalms 50:13.
Study Notes — Psalms 78:44
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- Gill's Exposition on Psalms 78:44
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Psalms 78:44
- Matthew Poole's Commentary on Psalms 78:44
- Trapp's Commentary on Psalms 78:44
- Adam Clarke's Commentary on Psalms 78:44
- Cambridge Bible on Psalms 78:44
- Barnes' Notes on Psalms 78:44
- Whedon's Commentary on Psalms 78:44
- Sermons on Psalms 78:44
Context — I Will Open My Mouth in Parables
42They did not remember His power — the day He redeemed them from the adversary,
43when He performed His signs in Egypt and His wonders in the fields of Zoan.
44He turned their rivers to blood, and from their streams they could not drink.
45He sent swarms of flies that devoured them, and frogs that devastated them. 46He gave their crops to the grasshopper, the fruit of their labor to the locust.Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
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| 1 | Psalms 105:29 | He turned their waters to blood and caused their fish to die. |
| 2 | Revelation 16:3–6 | And the second angel poured out his bowl into the sea, and it turned to blood like that of the dead, and every living thing in the sea died. And the third angel poured out his bowl into the rivers and springs of water, and they turned to blood. And I heard the angel of the waters say: “Righteous are You, O Holy One, who is and was, because You have brought these judgments. For they have spilled the blood of saints and prophets, and You have given them blood to drink, as they deserve.” |
| 3 | Exodus 7:17–21 | This is what the LORD says: By this you will know that I am the LORD. Behold, with the staff in my hand I will strike the water of the Nile, and it will turn to blood. The fish in the Nile will die, the river will stink, and the Egyptians will be unable to drink its water.’” And the LORD said to Moses, “Tell Aaron, ‘Take your staff and stretch out your hand over the waters of Egypt—over their rivers and canals and ponds and reservoirs—that they may become blood.’ There will be blood throughout the land of Egypt, even in the vessels of wood and stone.” Moses and Aaron did just as the LORD had commanded; in the presence of Pharaoh and his officials, Aaron raised the staff and struck the water of the Nile, and all the water was turned to blood. The fish in the Nile died, and the river smelled so bad that the Egyptians could not drink its water. And there was blood throughout the land of Egypt. |
Psalms 78:44 Summary
In Psalms 78:44, God turned the rivers to blood, which was a powerful act of judgment and a reminder of His authority over creation. This event was part of the plagues that God sent upon Egypt, as seen in Exodus 7:20, and it demonstrates God's holiness and justice. Just as the Israelites had to trust in God's provision and care in the wilderness, we can trust in His goodness and sovereignty in our lives today, as seen in Jeremiah 29:11 and Psalm 23:4. By remembering God's mighty works and promises, we can have faith and confidence in His care for us.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the significance of God turning the rivers to blood in Psalms 78:44?
This act was a judgment from God, reminiscent of the plague in Exodus 7:20, where God turned the Nile River to blood, demonstrating His power and authority over creation.
How does this verse relate to the Israelites' experiences in Egypt?
This verse, along with the surrounding context, highlights God's mighty works in Egypt, as seen in Psalms 78:43, and serves as a reminder of His power and redemption, as also seen in Genesis 15:14 and Exodus 14:13-14.
What can we learn from God's actions in this verse?
We can learn about God's holiness and justice, as well as His desire to draw people to Himself, as seen in Romans 11:22, which speaks of the kindness and severity of God.
How does this verse apply to our lives today?
This verse reminds us of God's sovereignty and power, and encourages us to trust in His goodness and provision, even in difficult circumstances, as seen in Jeremiah 29:11 and Psalm 23:4.
Reflection Questions
- What are some ways that God has demonstrated His power and authority in my life, and how can I respond with faith and obedience?
- How can I trust in God's goodness and provision when faced with challenging circumstances, and what promises from Scripture can I hold onto?
- In what ways can I remember and reflect on God's mighty works in my life, and how can I share these testimonies with others?
- What are some areas in my life where I need to trust in God's sovereignty and power, and how can I surrender these areas to Him?
Gill's Exposition on Psalms 78:44
And had turned their rivers into blood,.... The river Nile and its seven streams; this was the first of the plagues of Egypt, Exodus 7:20, and was a just retaliation for drowning the infants of the
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Psalms 78:44
How oft did they provoke him in the wilderness, and grieve him in the desert!
Matthew Poole's Commentary on Psalms 78:44
The several branches and streams of the river Nilus, and those many rivulets which they brought from it.
Trapp's Commentary on Psalms 78:44
Psalms 78:44 And had turned their rivers into blood; and their floods, that they could not drink.Ver. 44. And had turned their rivers into blood, &c.] Seven of those ten plagues of Egypt are here instanced, to aggravate the forgetfulness or perfidy of the Israelites. Good turns aggravate unkindness, and our offences are increased by our obligations. And their floods, that they could not drink] Usque adeo ut aquae potabiles totam, alioqui stagnantem Aegyptum, deficerent. The Rabbis say (who told them I know not) that out of the same vessel an Egyptian drank blood and an Israelite water (Midras Tilling).
Adam Clarke's Commentary on Psalms 78:44
Verse 44. Turned their rivers into blood] See on Exodus 7:20.
Cambridge Bible on Psalms 78:44
44. And turned their rivers into blood, And their streams, that they could not drink. See Exodus 7:17 ff. The word for ‘rivers’ (y’ôr) is one specially used of the Nile and its canals.
Barnes' Notes on Psalms 78:44
And had turned their rivers into blood - Exodus 7:20. There was properly but one river in Egypt - the Nile.
Whedon's Commentary on Psalms 78:44
43, 44. Field of Zoan—See on Psalms 78:12. Rivers into blood—This was the first plague. Exodus 7:20-21. The plural, rivers, includes the Nile with its arms and canals. Isaiah 19:6-8; Ezekiel 29:3-5; Ezekiel 29:9-10.
Sermons on Psalms 78:44
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I Am the Lord That Healeth Thee by Carter Conlon | In this sermon, the speaker reflects on the journey of the Israelites from Egypt to the promised land and draws parallels to the Christian journey. He emphasizes that the call of G |
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Tabernacle Background by Lawrence Chambers | In this sermon, the preacher discusses the role of Jesus as the last Adam and his victory over sin and Satan. He emphasizes that Jesus willingly faced temptation and gave Satan eve |