Psalms 106:43 Meaning and Explanation
“Many times did he deliver them; but they provoked him with their counsel, and were brought low for their iniquity.”
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Read Full Chapter →God repeatedly delivered Israel, yet they continued to provoke Him, and their iniquity brought them low.
The Context of Psalms 106:43
A summary of Israel's entire history: a cycle of rebellion, judgment, deliverance, and renewed rebellion.
What Does Psalms 106:43 Mean?
God's faithfulness is remarkable: 'many times did he deliver them.' Despite repeated failures, God continued to respond to Israel's cry with deliverance. This shows the patience and mercy of the covenant God.
Yet the pattern repeated endlessly: each deliverance was followed by renewed provocation through disobedience and false counsel. The people's own iniquity—their moral perversity—ultimately brought about their humiliation.
Psalms 106:43 in the Original Language
eizah (עֵצָה), 'counsel' — advice, plan, purpose.
Frequently Asked Questions About Psalms 106:43
What does Psalms 106:43 mean?
God repeatedly delivered Israel, yet they continued to provoke Him, and their iniquity brought them low.
What is the context of Psalms 106:43?
A summary of Israel's entire history: a cycle of rebellion, judgment, deliverance, and renewed rebellion.