Psalms 79:12

And render unto our neighbours sevenfold into their bosom their reproach, wherewith they have reproached thee, O Lord.

King James Version
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Other Translations for Psalms 79:12

BSB
Pay back into the laps of our neighbors sevenfold the reproach they hurled at You, O Lord.
AKJV
And render to our neighbors sevenfold into their bosom their reproach, with which they have reproached you, O Lord.
CPDV
And repay our neighbors sevenfold within their sinews. It is the reproach of the same ones who brought reproach against you, O Lord.
ERV
And render unto our neighbours sevenfold into their bosom their reproach, wherewith they have reproached thee, O Lord.
NHEB
Pay back to our neighbors seven times into their lap the insults with which they have insulted you, Lord.
SMT
And turn back to our neighbors seven fold to their bosom their reproach which they reproached thee, O Jehovah.

Commentary for Psalms 79:12

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Barnes’ Notes Classic commentary from Albert Barnes Matthew Henry Commentary Classic commentary from Matthew Henry
Overview of Psalms 79:12
Summary
Return sevenfold reproach upon mocking neighbors
Event
Request multiplied judgment on foes
Estimated Time Period
c. 586 BC
Category
Prayer