Psalms 81:11 Made Simple

KJV ORIGINAL

But my people would not hearken to my voice; and Israel would none of me.

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✦ MADE SIMPLE

But my people would not listen to my voice, and Israel wanted nothing to do with me.

⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE

God is expressing his hurt that his chosen people rejected him and refused to listen to his guidance.

📚 Historical Context

Psalms 81 is a psalm attributed to Asaph, likely written for use in festivals like the Feast of Tabernacles to remind Israel of God's deliverance from Egypt and His ongoing provision. In this verse, God expresses disappointment that the people refused to listen to His commands, reflecting the historical pattern of Israel's rebellion during their wilderness journeys and later periods of Judges and Kings. This highlights the covenant relationship where God's faithfulness called for responsive obedience from His people.

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