Psalms 106:13 Meaning and Explanation
“They soon forgat his works; they waited not for his counsel:”
King James Version (KJV)
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Read Full Chapter →The people quickly forgot God's works and refused to wait for His guidance.
The Context of Psalms 106:13
The beginning of a repeated cycle: deliverance and praise followed by forgetfulness and rebellion. This pattern will recur throughout the psalm.
What Does Psalms 106:13 Mean?
'Soon forgat' emphasizes the speed of Israel's spiritual amnesia. Despite the overwhelming display of God's power at the Red Sea, the memory of it faded rapidly, showing the fragility of faith based only on circumstance.
Waiting for God's counsel suggests submitting to His direction and timing. Instead, the people acted independently, demonstrating impatience and a reluctance to trust God's plan.
Psalms 106:13 in the Original Language
maher (מַהֵר), 'soon' — quickly, hastily, showing the rapidity of forgetting.
Frequently Asked Questions About Psalms 106:13
What does Psalms 106:13 mean?
The people quickly forgot God's works and refused to wait for His guidance.
What is the context of Psalms 106:13?
The beginning of a repeated cycle: deliverance and praise followed by forgetfulness and rebellion. This pattern will recur throughout the psalm.