Psalms 106:29 Meaning and Explanation
“Thus they provoked him to anger with their inventions: and the plague brake in upon them.”
King James Version (KJV)
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Read Full Chapter →Israel's innovations in idolatry provoked God's anger, resulting in a plague.
The Context of Psalms 106:29
The immediate consequence of joining Baal worship: a plague that killed thousands (Numbers 25).
What Does Psalms 106:29 Mean?
Inventions refers to their devising new forms of worship and idolatry, showing deliberate creativity in turning from God. They were not passively seduced but actively inventing ways to displease Him.
A plague came as direct divine response to this provocation. The sudden outbreak of sickness and death made visible the consequences of spiritual unfaithfulness and showed that God was taking their actions seriously.
Psalms 106:29 in the Original Language
machteshavot (מַחְשְׁבוֹת), 'inventions' — devices, schemes, or devised plans.
Frequently Asked Questions About Psalms 106:29
What does Psalms 106:29 mean?
Israel's innovations in idolatry provoked God's anger, resulting in a plague.
What is the context of Psalms 106:29?
The immediate consequence of joining Baal worship: a plague that killed thousands (Numbers 25).