For their heart was not right with him, neither were they stedfast in his covenant.
Their hearts were not truly committed to him, and they were not faithful to keep their agreement with him.
This verse explains that the Israelites' relationship with God failed because their hearts weren't genuinely devoted to him and they didn't remain faithful to their promises.
📚 Historical Context
Psalm 78 is a historical psalm that recounts Israel's repeated cycle of rebellion and unfaithfulness despite God's miraculous provisions during their wilderness wanderings and early history. This verse refers to the covenant God made with Israel at Mount Sinai, where they promised to obey his laws and be his chosen people. Despite witnessing incredible miracles like the parting of the Red Sea and receiving manna from heaven, the Israelites continually turned away from God to worship idols and follow their own desires.
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