Psalms 106:25 Meaning and Explanation
“But murmured in their tents, and hearkened not unto the voice of the LORD.”
King James Version (KJV)
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Read Full Chapter →The people complained in their dwellings and refused to listen to God's voice.
The Context of Psalms 106:25
The response to God's promise: complaint and disobedience rather than faith and obedience.
What Does Psalms 106:25 Mean?
Murmuring in the tents represents private complaint that spread through the community, undermining trust and unity. The private grumbling revealed the hearts' true orientation—doubt and dissatisfaction.
Not hearkening to God's voice meant refusing to obey His direction and instruction. The people chose their own desires and perceptions over God's revealed will.
Psalms 106:25 in the Original Language
raggan (רָגַן), 'murmured' — to complain, grumble, or whisper discontent.
Frequently Asked Questions About Psalms 106:25
What does Psalms 106:25 mean?
The people complained in their dwellings and refused to listen to God's voice.
What is the context of Psalms 106:25?
The response to God's promise: complaint and disobedience rather than faith and obedience.