Psalms 107:4 Made Simple

KJV ORIGINAL

They wandered in the wilderness in a solitary way; they found no city to dwell in.

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✦ MADE SIMPLE

They wandered through the wilderness on a lonely path; they couldn't find any city where they could live.

⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE

This verse describes people who were lost and homeless, wandering alone in the desert without finding a place to settle.

📚 Historical Context

This psalm reflects the experience of the Israelites during their 40-year journey through the wilderness after leaving Egypt, when they had no permanent home. It also speaks to the broader human experience of exile and displacement that many ancient peoples faced through wars, famines, or other calamities that forced them from their homes.

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For about forty years, he put up with all their attitudes and complaints while they wandered around in the desert.

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Did you really bring me sacrifices and offerings during those forty years wandering in the desert, Israel?

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