Psalms 78:66

Psalms 78:66 Meaning and Explanation

And he smote his enemies in the hinder parts: he put them to a perpetual reproach.

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God defeated Israel's enemies, striking them in flight and bringing them lasting shame.

The Context of Psalms 78:66

God defeated Israel's enemies completely, striking them in flight and bringing them lasting shame.

What Does Psalms 78:66 Mean?

'Smote his enemies in the hinder parts' is specific language: it means he struck them as they fled in defeat, attacking from behind. This is how you kill routing enemies. The phrase indicates total victory—not a stalemate but complete defeat of the foe.

'Put them to a perpetual reproach' means the enemies' shame is permanent and enduring. They are not merely defeated but dishonored. This kind of lasting reputation was important in ancient cultures; the memory of defeat would live in stories passed down. God does not merely win battles; he establishes a lasting narrative of his enemies' humiliation.

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What does Psalms 78:66 mean?

God defeated Israel's enemies, striking them in flight and bringing them lasting shame.

What is the context of Psalms 78:66?

God defeated Israel's enemies completely, striking them in flight and bringing them lasting shame.

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