Psalms 78:31
The wrath of God came upon them, and slew the fattest of them, and smote down the chosen men of Israel.
Context
This verse from Psalms Chapter 78 connects to 1 cross-reference. A lengthy Maskil of Asaph retelling Israelite history from the Exodus through David's election, emphasizing the recurring pattern of divine provision, human rebellion, divine judgment, and renewed grace. It aims to teach the next generation not to be like their …
Other Translations
When the anger of God went up against them, And slew of the fattest of them, And smote down the young men of Israel.
And the anger of God hath gone up against them, And He slayeth among their fat ones, And youths of Israel He caused to bend.
The wrath of God came on them, and put to death the fattest of them, and put an end to the young men of Israel.