But murmured in their tents, and hearkened not unto the voice of the LORD.
Instead, they complained in their tents and refused to listen to the Lord's voice.
This verse describes how the Israelites grumbled privately and ignored God's guidance.
📚 Historical Context
Psalm 106 is a historical psalm that recounts Israel's repeated failures and God's enduring mercy throughout their history, serving as a reminder of their unfaithfulness. In this verse, it specifically refers to the Israelites in the wilderness after the Exodus, where they grumbled against God and refused to obey His commands, as described in events like the rebellion following the spies' report in Numbers 14. This murmuring reflected a lack of trust in God's provision, leading to divine consequences that delayed their promised inheritance.
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