Psalms 74:1

KJV

O God, why hast thou cast us off for ever? why doth thine anger smoke against the sheep of thy pasture?

— Psalms 74:1, King James Version
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Context

This verse from Psalms Chapter 74 connects to 10 cross-references. A communal lament of Asaph over the destruction of the sanctuary, possibly reflecting the Babylonian destruction. The psalmist cries that God has cast off his people and enemies have desecrated the meeting place. He appeals to God's past mighty acts …

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Other Translations

ASV

O God, why hast thou cast us off for ever? Why doth thine anger smoke against the sheep of thy pasture?

YLT

An Instruction of Asaph. Why, O God, hast Thou cast off for ever? Thine anger smoketh against the flock of Thy pasture.

BBE

Of God, why have you put us away from you for ever? why is the fire of your wrath smoking against the sheep who are your care?

Cross References