KJV ORIGINAL
So they did eat, and were well filled: for he gave them their own desire;
Close to the original. Clear modern English.
✦ MADE SIMPLE
So they ate and were completely satisfied, because God gave them exactly what they had asked for.
⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE
God gave the Israelites exactly what they craved and they ate until they were completely full.
📚 Historical Context
Psalms 78 is a historical psalm written by Asaph that retells the story of Israel's journey from Egypt to the Promised Land, emphasizing God's provision and the people's repeated unfaithfulness. In this specific verse, it describes the event where the Israelites grumbled against God for meat in the wilderness, despite receiving manna daily. God miraculously provided quail to satisfy their cravings, fulfilling their desires but also revealing their lack of trust in His care.
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