Psalms 78:12 Meaning and Explanation
“Marvellous things did he in the sight of their fathers, in the land of Egypt, in the field of Zoan.”
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The Context of Psalms 78:12
God performed marvelous deeds in Egypt, particularly in Zoan, before the fathers of Israel.
What Does Psalms 78:12 Mean?
The psalmist begins to recount the wonders that Ephraim had forgotten. These took place 'in the sight of their fathers,' establishing that the original generation witnessed them directly. Zoan (a city in Egypt) marks the geographical setting of the mighty works—the plagues that led to Israel's deliverance.
The phrase 'marvellous things' introduces a narrative of divine power. These acts were not hidden or ambiguous but performed openly where they could be seen and remembered. The specificity of the location grounds the theology in historical memory.
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What does Psalms 78:12 mean?
God performed marvelous deeds before the fathers in Egypt, particularly in the region of Zoan.
What is the context of Psalms 78:12?
God performed marvelous deeds in Egypt, particularly in Zoan, before the fathers of Israel.