They remembered not his hand, nor the day when he delivered them from the enemy.
They forgot about God's powerful works and the day when he rescued them from their enemies.
The writer is pointing out how the Israelites forgot God's powerful help and the specific time he saved them from their enemies.
📚 Historical Context
Psalms 78 is a historical psalm that recounts the story of Israel's past to instruct future generations on God's unwavering faithfulness amid the people's repeated unfaithfulness. In this verse, it specifically highlights the Israelites during their wilderness journey after the Exodus, where they forgot God's mighty acts, such as parting the Red Sea and defeating their Egyptian oppressors. This forgetfulness reflects a common theme in Israel's history, illustrating how failing to remember God's deliverance led to cycles of doubt and rebellion.
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