Psalms 79:4

We are become a reproach to our neighbours, a scorn and derision to them that are round about us.

King James Version

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Other Translations for Psalms 79:4

BSB

We have become a reproach to our neighbors, a scorn and derision to those around us.

AKJV

We are become a reproach to our neighbors, a scorn and derision to them that are round about us.

CPDV

We have become a disgrace to our neighbors, an object of ridicule and mockery to those who are around us.

ERV

We are become a reproach to our neighbours, a scorn and derision to them that are round about us.

NHEB

We have become objects of contempt to our neighbors, mocked and ridiculed by those who are around us.

SMT

We were a reproach to our neighbors, a derision and scorn to those being round about us.

Word Study (Strong’s) for Psalms 79:4

WearebecomeareproachH2781Noun FemininetoourneighboursH7934AdjectiveascornH3933Noun MasculineandderisionH7047Noun MasculinetothemthatareroundaboutH5439us

Commentary for Psalms 79:4

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Barnes’ Notes Classic commentary from Albert Barnes Matthew Henry Commentary Classic commentary from Matthew Henry

Overview of Psalms 79:4

Summary

Nation shamed by surrounding peoples mockingly

Place

Jerusalem

Event

People mocked by neighbors

Estimated Time Period

c. 586 BC