Psalms 78:50 Meaning and Explanation
“He made a way to his anger; he spared not their soul from death, but gave their life over to the pestilence;”
King James Version (KJV)
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Read Full Chapter →God cleared a path for his anger, withholding mercy and allowing plague to take Egyptian lives.
The Context of Psalms 78:50
God unleashed his full wrath without restraint, allowing plague to kill the Egyptians.
What Does Psalms 78:50 Mean?
'Made a way to his anger' suggests removing obstacles or restraints. God did not hold back; he did not mitigate or qualify his judgment. 'Spared not their soul from death' indicates no exemption, no exceptions. The people face the full force of judgment. 'Gave their life over to the pestilence' shows God actively delivering them to death through plague.
The language is stark and unsparing. There is no suggestion of mercy or proportionality here—only full judgment. This reflects the seriousness with which God treats the oppression of his people and the resistance to his will. The cost of opposing God and his purpose is total.
Frequently Asked Questions About Psalms 78:50
What does Psalms 78:50 mean?
God cleared a path for his anger, withholding mercy and allowing plague to take Egyptian lives.
What is the context of Psalms 78:50?
God unleashed his full wrath without restraint, allowing plague to kill the Egyptians.