Psalms 106:21 Meaning and Explanation
“They forgat God their saviour, which had done great things in Egypt;”
King James Version (KJV)
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Read Full Chapter →The people forgot the God who had saved them and performed miracles in Egypt.
The Context of Psalms 106:21
Returning to the theme of forgetfulness, now applied to God's saving work itself—the foundation of the covenant.
What Does Psalms 106:21 Mean?
Forgetfulness appears repeatedly in this psalm as Israel's primary sin. Despite witnessing God's saving power in Egypt, the people allowed memory to fade, severing themselves from the identity and gratitude that should have defined them.
Saviour emphasizes God's active role in their deliverance. The rapid forgetting of what God had done represented a break in the covenant relationship and a failure to recognize their complete dependence on Him.
Psalms 106:21 in the Original Language
yoshia (יוֹשִׁיעַ), 'saviour' — one who saves, delivers, rescues from danger or distress.
Frequently Asked Questions About Psalms 106:21
What does Psalms 106:21 mean?
The people forgot the God who had saved them and performed miracles in Egypt.
What is the context of Psalms 106:21?
Returning to the theme of forgetfulness, now applied to God's saving work itself—the foundation of the covenant.