Psalms 79:12

And render unto our neighbours sevenfold into their bosom their reproach, wherewith they have reproached Thee, O Lord.

JPS TaNaKH 1917

In The King James Version

And render unto our neighbours sevenfold into their bosom their reproach, wherewith they have reproached thee, O Lord.

In Context

11Let the groaning of the prisoner come before Thee; according to the greatness of Thy power set free those that are appointed to death;

13So we that are Thy people and the flock of Thy pasture will give Thee thanks for ever; we will tell of Thy praise to all generations.

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Cross References

Genesis 4:15And the LORD said unto him: 'Therefore whosoever slayeth Cain, vengeance shall be taken on him sevenfold.' And the LORD set a sign for Cain, lest any finding him should smite him.

Leviticus 26:28then I will walk contrary unto you in fury; and I also will chastise you seven times for your sins.

Psalms 74:10How long, O God, shall the adversary reproach? Shall the enemy blaspheme Thy name for ever?

Psalms 89:52(89-53) Blessed be the LORD for evermore. Amen, and Amen.

Isaiah 65:5That say: 'Stand by thyself, come not near to me, for I am holier than thou'; these are a smoke in My nose, a fire that burneth all the day.

Jeremiah 32:18who showest mercy unto thousands, and recompensest the iniquity of the fathers into the bosom of their children after them; the great, the mighty God, the LORD of hosts is His name;

Matthew Henry on Psalms 79:7-13

Petitions for Succor and Relief; Petitions for Deliverance. 6 Pour out thy wrath upon the heathen that have not known thee, and upon the kingdoms that have not called upon thy name. 7 For they have devoured Jacob, and laid waste his dwelling place. 8 O remember not against us former iniquities: let thy tender mercies speedily prevent us: for we are brought very low. 9 Help us, O God of our salvation, for the glory of thy name: and deliver us, and purge away our sins, for thy name's sake. 10 Wherefore should the… Read the whole commentary →

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