Psalms 106:40 Meaning and Explanation
“Therefore was the wrath of the LORD kindled against his people, insomuch that he abhorred his own inheritance.”
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Read Full Chapter →God's wrath was fully kindled against His people because of their unfaithfulness, and He rejected His own inheritance.
The Context of Psalms 106:40
The turning point in the psalm: from recounting Israel's sins to showing the severe consequences that follow.
What Does Psalms 106:40 Mean?
The wrath of the LORD is not arbitrary anger but justified response to comprehensive rebellion. The people had systematically violated the covenant in every possible way—idolatry, immorality, child sacrifice, and spiritual unfaithfulness.
Abhorring His own inheritance shows the depth of God's rejection. Even the relationship called 'His inheritance' was rejected because the people had so thoroughly broken faith.
Psalms 106:40 in the Original Language
qa'atz (קָאַץ), 'abhorred' — to loathe, reject with disgust, turn away from in contempt.
Frequently Asked Questions About Psalms 106:40
What does Psalms 106:40 mean?
God's wrath was fully kindled against His people because of their unfaithfulness, and He rejected His own inheritance.
What is the context of Psalms 106:40?
The turning point in the psalm: from recounting Israel's sins to showing the severe consequences that follow.