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href="/bsb/psalms/78.htm" class="clickchap" style="color:#001320" title="Click any translation name for full chapter">  (Click for Chapter)</a></div><div id="par"><span class="versiontext"><a href="/niv/psalms/78.htm">New International Version</a></span><br />They remembered that God was their Rock, that God Most High was their Redeemer.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nlt/psalms/78.htm">New Living Translation</a></span><br />Then they remembered that God was their rock, that God Most High was their redeemer.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/esv/psalms/78.htm">English Standard Version</a></span><br />They remembered that God was their rock, the Most High God their redeemer.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/bsb/psalms/78.htm">Berean Standard Bible</a></span><br />And they remembered that God was their Rock, that God Most High was their Redeemer.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/kjv/psalms/78.htm">King James Bible</a></span><br />And they remembered that God <i>was</i> their rock, and the high God their redeemer.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nkjv/psalms/78.htm">New King James Version</a></span><br />Then they remembered that God <i>was</i> their rock, And the Most High God their Redeemer.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb_/psalms/78.htm">New American Standard Bible</a></span><br />And they remembered that God was their rock, And the Most High God their Redeemer.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb/psalms/78.htm">NASB 1995</a></span><br />And they remembered that God was their rock, And the Most High God their Redeemer.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb77/psalms/78.htm">NASB 1977 </a></span><br />And they remembered that God was their rock, And the Most High God their Redeemer.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lsb/psalms/78.htm">Legacy Standard Bible </a></span><br />And they remembered that God was their rock, And the Most High God their Redeemer.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/amp/psalms/78.htm">Amplified Bible</a></span><br />And they remembered that God was their rock, And the Most High God their Redeemer.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/csb/psalms/78.htm">Christian Standard Bible</a></span><br />They remembered that God was their rock, the Most High God, their Redeemer.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/hcsb/psalms/78.htm">Holman Christian Standard Bible</a></span><br />They remembered that God was their rock, the Most High God, their Redeemer. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/asv/psalms/78.htm">American Standard Version</a></span><br />And they remembered that God was their rock, And the Most High God their redeemer.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/cev/psalms/78.htm">Contemporary English Version</a></span><br />They remembered God Most High, the mighty rock that kept them safe. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/erv/psalms/78.htm">English Revised Version</a></span><br />And they remembered that God was their rock, and the Most High God their redeemer.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/gwt/psalms/78.htm">GOD'S WORD® Translation</a></span><br />They remembered that God was their rock, that the Most High was their defender.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/gnt/psalms/78.htm">Good News Translation</a></span><br />They remembered that God was their protector, that the Almighty came to their aid. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/isv/psalms/78.htm">International Standard Version</a></span><br />Then they remembered that God was their rock, and the Most High God was their deliverer.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/msb/psalms/78.htm">Majority Standard Bible</a></span><br />And they remembered that God was their Rock, that God Most High was their Redeemer.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/net/psalms/78.htm">NET Bible</a></span><br />They remembered that God was their protector, and that the sovereign God was their deliverer. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nheb/psalms/78.htm">New Heart English Bible</a></span><br />They remembered that God was their rock, the Most High God, their redeemer.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/wbt/psalms/78.htm">Webster's Bible Translation</a></span><br />And they remembered that God was their rock, and the high God their redeemer.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/web/psalms/78.htm">World English Bible</a></span><br />They remembered that God was their rock, the Most High God, their redeemer. <div class="vheading2"><b>Literal Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lsv/psalms/78.htm">Literal Standard Version</a></span><br />And they remember that God [is] their rock, "" And God Most High their redeemer.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/ylt/psalms/78.htm">Young's Literal Translation</a></span><br /> And they remember that God is their rock, And God Most High their redeemer.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/slt/psalms/78.htm">Smith's Literal Translation</a></span><br />And they will remember that God is their Rock, and God the Most High redeemed them.<div class="vheading2"><b>Catholic Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/drb/psalms/78.htm">Douay-Rheims Bible</a></span><br />And they remembered that God was their helper: and the most high God their redeemer. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/cpdv/psalms/78.htm">Catholic Public Domain Version</a></span><br /><V 77:35>And they were mindful that God is their helper and that the Most High God is their redeemer.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nabre/psalms/78.htm">New American Bible</a></span><br />They remembered that God was their rock, God Most High, their redeemer. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nrsvce/psalms/78.htm">New Revised Standard Version</a></span><br />They remembered that God was their rock, the Most High God their redeemer.<div class="vheading2"><b>Translations from Aramaic</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lamsa/psalms/78.htm">Lamsa Bible</a></span><br />And they remembered that God was their helper, and the high God their Saviour.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/hpbt/psalms/78.htm">Peshitta Holy Bible Translated</a></span><br />They remembered that God is their helper, and God The Highest, their Savior.<div class="vheading2"><b>OT Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/jps/psalms/78.htm">JPS Tanakh 1917</a></span><br />And they remembered that God was their Rock, And the Most High God their redeemer.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/sep/psalms/78.htm">Brenton Septuagint Translation</a></span><br />And they remembered that God was their helper, and the most high God was their redeemer.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/parallel/psalms/78-35.htm">Additional Translations ...</a></span></div></div></div><div id="centbox"><div class="padcent"><a name="audio" id="audio"></a><div class="vheadingv"><b>Audio Bible</b></div><iframe width="100%" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/nFaD2oDhKPc?start=9697" title="YouTube video player" frameborder="0" allow="accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share" allowfullscreen></iframe><span class="p"><br /><br /><br /></span><div class="vheadingv"><b>Context</b></div><span class="hdg"><a href="/bsb/psalms/78.htm">I Will Open My Mouth in Parables</a></span><br>…<span class="reftext">34</span>When He slew them, they would seek Him; they repented and searched for God. <span class="reftext">35</span><span class="highl"><a href="/hebrew/2142.htm" title="2142: way·yiz·kə·rū (Conj-w:: V-Qal-ConsecImperf-3mp) -- Remember. A primitive root; properly, to mark, i.e. To remember; by implication, to mention; also to be male.">And they remembered</a> <a href="/hebrew/3588.htm" title="3588: kî- (Conj) -- That, for, when. ">that</a> <a href="/hebrew/430.htm" title="430: ’ĕ·lō·hîm (N-mp) -- Plural of 'elowahh; gods in the ordinary sense; but specifically used of the supreme God">God</a> <a href="/hebrew/6697.htm" title="6697: ṣū·rām (N-msc:: 3mp) -- Rock, cliff. Or tsur; from tsuwr; properly, a cliff; generally, a rock or boulder; figuratively, a refuge; also an edge.">was their Rock,</a> <a href="/hebrew/410.htm" title="410: wə·’êl (Conj-w:: N-ms) -- God, in pl. gods. Shortened from 'ayil; strength; as adjective, mighty; especially the Almighty.">that God</a> <a href="/hebrew/5945.htm" title="5945: ‘el·yō·wn (Adj-ms) -- An elevation, lofty, as title, the Supreme. From alah; an elevation, i.e. Lofty; as title, the Supreme.">Most High</a> <a href="/hebrew/1350.htm" title="1350: gō·’ă·lām (V-Qal-Prtcpl-msc:: 3mp) -- To redeem, act as kinsman. A primitive root, to redeem, i.e. To be the next of kin.">was their Redeemer.</a> </span><span class="reftext">36</span>But they deceived Him with their mouths, and lied to Him with their tongues.…<div class="cred"><a href="//berean.bible">Berean Standard Bible</a> · <a href="//berean.bible/downloads.htm">Download</a></div><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a name="crossref" id="crossref"></a><div class="vheading">Cross References</div><div id="crf"><span class="crossverse"><a href="/deuteronomy/32-4.htm">Deuteronomy 32:4</a></span><br />He is the Rock, His work is perfect; all His ways are just. A God of faithfulness without injustice, righteous and upright is He.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/isaiah/44-8.htm">Isaiah 44:8</a></span><br />Do not tremble or fear. Have I not told you and declared it long ago? You are My witnesses! Is there any God but Me? There is no other Rock; I know not one.”<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/isaiah/26-4.htm">Isaiah 26:4</a></span><br />Trust in the LORD forever, because GOD the LORD is the Rock eternal.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/2_samuel/22-32.htm">2 Samuel 22:32</a></span><br />For who is God besides the LORD? And who is the Rock except our God?<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/1_corinthians/10-4.htm">1 Corinthians 10:4</a></span><br />and drank the same spiritual drink; for they drank from the spiritual rock that accompanied them, and that rock was Christ.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/isaiah/17-10.htm">Isaiah 17:10</a></span><br />For you have forgotten the God of your salvation and failed to remember the Rock of your refuge. Therefore, though you cultivate delightful plots and set out cuttings from exotic vines—<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/psalms/18-2.htm">Psalm 18:2</a></span><br />The LORD is my rock, my fortress, and my deliverer. My God is my rock, in whom I take refuge, my shield, and the horn of my salvation, my stronghold.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/psalms/62-7.htm">Psalm 62:7</a></span><br />My salvation and my honor rest on God, my strong rock; my refuge is in God.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/psalms/89-26.htm">Psalm 89:26</a></span><br />He will call to Me, ‘You are my Father, my God, the Rock of my salvation.’<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/isaiah/30-29.htm">Isaiah 30:29</a></span><br />You will sing as on the night of a holy festival, and your heart will rejoice like one who walks to the music of a flute, going up to the mountain of the LORD, to the Rock of Israel.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/jeremiah/16-19.htm">Jeremiah 16:19</a></span><br />O LORD, my strength and my fortress, my refuge in the day of distress, the nations will come to You from the ends of the earth, and they will say, “Our fathers inherited nothing but lies, worthless idols of no benefit at all.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/2_samuel/22-47.htm">2 Samuel 22:47</a></span><br />The LORD lives, and blessed be my Rock! And may God, the Rock of my salvation, be exalted—<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/psalms/19-14.htm">Psalm 19:14</a></span><br />May the words of my mouth and the meditation of my heart be pleasing in Your sight, O LORD, my Rock and my Redeemer.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/psalms/94-22.htm">Psalm 94:22</a></span><br />But the LORD has been my stronghold, and my God is my rock of refuge.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/isaiah/45-22.htm">Isaiah 45:22</a></span><br />Turn to Me and be saved, all the ends of the earth; for I am God, and there is no other.</div><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a name="tsk" id="tsk"><div class="vheading">Treasury of Scripture</div><p class="tsk2">And they remembered that God was their rock, and the high God their redeemer.</p><p class="hdg">remembered</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/psalms/78-7.htm">Psalm 78:7,11,42</a></b></br> That they might set their hope in God, and not forget the works of God, but keep his commandments: … </p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/psalms/106-13.htm">Psalm 106:13,21</a></b></br> They soon forgat his works; they waited not for his counsel: … </p><p class="hdg">God was</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/deuteronomy/32-4.htm">Deuteronomy 32:4,15,30,31</a></b></br> <i>He is</i> the Rock, his work <i>is</i> perfect: for all his ways <i>are</i> judgment: a God of truth and without iniquity, just and right <i>is</i> he… </p><p class="hdg">the high.</p><p class="hdg">upon their redeemer</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/exodus/6-6.htm">Exodus 6:6</a></b></br> Wherefore say unto the children of Israel, I <i>am</i> the LORD, and I will bring you out from under the burdens of the Egyptians, and I will rid you out of their bondage, and I will redeem you with a stretched out arm, and with great judgments:</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/exodus/15-13.htm">Exodus 15:13</a></b></br> Thou in thy mercy hast led forth the people <i>which</i> thou hast redeemed: thou hast guided <i>them</i> in thy strength unto thy holy habitation.</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/deuteronomy/7-8.htm">Deuteronomy 7:8</a></b></br> But because the LORD loved you, and because he would keep the oath which he had sworn unto your fathers, hath the LORD brought you out with a mighty hand, and redeemed you out of the house of bondmen, from the hand of Pharaoh king of Egypt.</p><div class="vheading">Jump to Previous</div><a href="/psalms/78-23.htm">High</a> <a href="/psalms/78-11.htm">Memory</a> <a href="/psalms/69-18.htm">Redeemer</a> <a href="/psalms/77-11.htm">Remember</a> <a href="/psalms/77-6.htm">Remembered</a> <a href="/psalms/78-20.htm">Rock</a> <a href="/psalms/72-13.htm">Saviour</a><div class="vheading2">Jump to Next</div><a href="/psalms/78-56.htm">High</a> <a href="/psalms/83-4.htm">Memory</a> <a href="/proverbs/23-11.htm">Redeemer</a> <a href="/psalms/78-42.htm">Remember</a> <a href="/psalms/78-39.htm">Remembered</a> <a href="/psalms/81-16.htm">Rock</a> <a href="/psalms/82-4.htm">Saviour</a><div class="vheading2">Psalm 78</div><span class="reftext">1. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/psalms/78-1.htm">An exhortation both to learn and to preach, the law of God</a></span><br><span class="reftext">9. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/psalms/78-9.htm">The story of God's wrath against the incredulous and disobedient</a></span><br><span class="reftext">67. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/psalms/78-67.htm">The Israelites being rejected, God chose Judah, Zion, and David.</a></span><br></div></div><div id="mdd"><div align="center"><div class="bot2"><table align="center" width="100%"><tr><td><div align="center"> <script id="3d27ed63fc4348d5b062c4527ae09445"> (new Image()).src = 'https://capi.connatix.com/tr/si?token=51ce25d5-1a8c-424a-8695-4bd48c750f35&cid=3a9f82d0-4344-4f8d-ac0c-e1a0eb43a405'; 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In biblical context, the term "Rock" is often used to symbolize strength, stability, and protection. In <a href="/deuteronomy/32-4.htm">Deuteronomy 32:4</a>, God is referred to as "the Rock," emphasizing His perfect work and justice. The imagery of God as a rock would resonate with the Israelites, who lived in a region where rocky landscapes were common, providing natural fortresses and places of refuge. This acknowledgment comes after a period of forgetfulness and rebellion, illustrating a cycle of sin and repentance that is prevalent throughout the Old Testament. The concept of God as a rock also foreshadows Christ, who is referred to as the spiritual rock in <a href="/1_corinthians/10-4.htm">1 Corinthians 10:4</a>, providing spiritual sustenance and salvation.<p><b>that God Most High was their Redeemer</b><br>The title "God Most High" underscores God's supreme authority and sovereignty over all creation. This name for God, "El Elyon," is used to emphasize His exalted position above all other gods and powers. The term "Redeemer" is rich with theological significance, pointing to God's role in delivering and saving His people. In the historical context of Israel, redemption often referred to God's acts of deliverance, such as the Exodus from Egypt. The concept of redemption is deeply rooted in the sacrificial system, where a price is paid to free someone from bondage or debt. This foreshadows the ultimate redemption through Jesus Christ, who is described as the Redeemer in the New Testament. In <a href="/titus/2-14.htm">Titus 2:14</a>, Christ is said to have given Himself to redeem us from all lawlessness, highlighting the fulfillment of this redemptive promise. The acknowledgment of God as Redeemer reflects a recognition of His mercy and grace in restoring the relationship between Himself and His people.<div class="vheading2">Persons / Places / Events</div>1. <b><a href="/topical/g/god.htm">God</a></b><br>Referred to as the Rock and Redeemer, highlighting His strength, stability, and role in salvation.<br><br>2. <b><a href="/topical/i/israelites.htm">Israelites</a></b><br>The people who remembered God as their Rock and Redeemer, often forgetting and then recalling His faithfulness.<br><br>3. <b><a href="/topical/e/egypt.htm">Egypt</a></b><br>Implied as the place of bondage from which God redeemed the Israelites, showcasing His power and mercy.<br><br>4. <b><a href="/topical/w/wilderness.htm">Wilderness</a></b><br>The setting for much of Israel's forgetfulness and subsequent remembrance of God's provision and protection.<br><br>5. <b><a href="/topical/m/moses.htm">Moses</a></b><br>Though not directly mentioned in this verse, he is a key figure in leading the Israelites and reminding them of God's faithfulness.<div class="vheading2">Teaching Points</div><b><a href="/topical/g/god_as_the_rock.htm">God as the Rock</a></b><br>God is unchanging and reliable, providing a firm foundation for our faith.<br><br>In times of trouble, we can find stability and security in God, our Rock.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/g/god_as_the_redeemer.htm">God as the Redeemer</a></b><br>Redemption is central to God's relationship with His people, offering deliverance from sin and bondage.<br><br>Reflect on personal experiences of God's redemption and share testimonies to encourage others.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/t/the_importance_of_remembrance.htm">The Importance of Remembrance</a></b><br>Regularly recalling God's past faithfulness strengthens our trust in Him for the future.<br><br>Establish practices of remembrance, such as journaling or sharing accounts of God's work in your life.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/t/the_danger_of_forgetfulness.htm">The Danger of Forgetfulness</a></b><br>Forgetting God's past deeds can lead to spiritual drift and disobedience.<br><br>Cultivate a heart of gratitude and remembrance to combat forgetfulness.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/l/living_in_light_of_redemption.htm">Living in Light of Redemption</a></b><br>Our identity as redeemed people should influence our daily actions and decisions.<br><br>Seek to live a life that reflects the transformative power of God's redemption.<div class="vheading2">Lists and Questions</div><a href="/top10/lessons_from_psalm_78.htm">Top 10 Lessons from Psalm 78</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/is_divine_punishment_in_psalm_78_at_odds_with_a_loving_god.htm">Does the repeated theme of divine punishment in Psalm 78 conflict with the concept of a loving God found in other biblical passages?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/bible's_view_on_god_vs._satan.htm">What does the Bible say about God versus Satan?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/does_'bread_of_life'_conflict_beliefs.htm">John 6:35: Does Jesus's claim to be the 'bread of life' conflict with other biblical teachings or Jewish beliefs about divine provision?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/why_does_psalm_78_stress_unverified_miracles.htm">Why does Psalm 78 emphasize miracles that lack corroboration in external historical records, such as water flowing from rocks?</a><a name="commentary" id="commentary"></a><div class="vheading2"><a href="/commentaries/ellicott/psalms/78.htm">Ellicott's Commentary for English Readers</a></div>(35) <span class= "bld">Rock.</span>--A reminiscence of <a href="/context/deuteronomy/32-15.htm" title="But Jeshurun waxed fat, and kicked: you are waxen fat, you are grown thick, you are covered with fatness; then he forsook God which made him, and lightly esteemed the Rock of his salvation.">Deuteronomy 32:15-18</a>.<p><div class="vheading2"><a href="/commentaries/pulpit/psalms/78.htm">Pulpit Commentary</a></div><span class="cmt_sub_title">Verse 35.</span> - <span class="cmt_word">And they remembered that God was their Rock;</span> <span class="accented">i.e.</span> their strength and stay. The expression is first used of God in <a href="/deuteronomy/32-4.htm">Deuteronomy 32:4</a>. <span class="cmt_word">And the high God their Redeemer</span> (comp. <a href="/psalms/19-14.htm">Psalm 19:14</a>; <a href="/psalms/74-2.htm">Psalm 74:2</a>). <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/commentaries/psalms/78-35.htm">Parallel Commentaries ...</a></span><span class="p"><br /><br /><br /></span><a name="lexicon" id="lexicon"></a><div class="vheading">Hebrew</div><span class="word">And they remembered</span><br /><span class="heb">וַֽ֭יִּזְכְּרוּ</span> <span class="translit">(way·yiz·kə·rū)</span><br /><span class="parse">Conjunctive waw | Verb - Qal - Consecutive imperfect - third person masculine plural<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_2142.htm">Strong's 2142: </a> </span><span class="str2">To mark, to remember, to mention, to be male</span><br /><br /><span class="word">that</span><br /><span class="heb">כִּֽי־</span> <span class="translit">(kî-)</span><br /><span class="parse">Conjunction<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_3588.htm">Strong's 3588: </a> </span><span class="str2">A relative conjunction</span><br /><br /><span class="word">God</span><br /><span class="heb">אֱלֹהִ֣ים</span> <span class="translit">(’ĕ·lō·hîm)</span><br /><span class="parse">Noun - masculine plural<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_430.htm">Strong's 430: </a> </span><span class="str2">gods -- the supreme God, magistrates, a superlative</span><br /><br /><span class="word">was their rock,</span><br /><span class="heb">צוּרָ֑ם</span> <span class="translit">(ṣū·rām)</span><br /><span class="parse">Noun - masculine singular construct | third person masculine plural<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_6697.htm">Strong's 6697: </a> </span><span class="str2">A cliff, a rock, boulder, a refuge, an edge</span><br /><br /><span class="word">that God</span><br /><span class="heb">וְאֵ֥ל</span> <span class="translit">(wə·’êl)</span><br /><span class="parse">Conjunctive waw | Noun - masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_410.htm">Strong's 410: </a> </span><span class="str2">Strength -- as adjective, mighty, the Almighty</span><br /><br /><span class="word">Most High</span><br /><span class="heb">עֶ֝לְיוֹן</span> <span class="translit">(‘el·yō·wn)</span><br /><span class="parse">Adjective - masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_5945.htm">Strong's 5945: </a> </span><span class="str2">An elevation, lofty, as title, the Supreme</span><br /><br /><span class="word">was their Redeemer.</span><br /><span class="heb">גֹּאֲלָֽם׃</span> <span class="translit">(gō·’ă·lām)</span><br /><span class="parse">Verb - Qal - Participle - masculine singular construct | third person masculine plural<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_1350.htm">Strong's 1350: </a> </span><span class="str2">To redeem, act as kinsman</span><br /><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><div class="vheading">Links</div><a href="/niv/psalms/78-35.htm">Psalm 78:35 NIV</a><br /><a href="/nlt/psalms/78-35.htm">Psalm 78:35 NLT</a><br /><a href="/esv/psalms/78-35.htm">Psalm 78:35 ESV</a><br /><a href="/nasb/psalms/78-35.htm">Psalm 78:35 NASB</a><br /><a href="/kjv/psalms/78-35.htm">Psalm 78:35 KJV</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="//bibleapps.com/psalms/78-35.htm">Psalm 78:35 BibleApps.com</a><br /><a href="//bibliaparalela.com/psalms/78-35.htm">Psalm 78:35 Biblia Paralela</a><br /><a href="//holybible.com.cn/psalms/78-35.htm">Psalm 78:35 Chinese Bible</a><br /><a href="//saintebible.com/psalms/78-35.htm">Psalm 78:35 French Bible</a><br /><a href="/catholic/psalms/78-35.htm">Psalm 78:35 Catholic Bible</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/psalms/78-35.htm">OT Poetry: Psalm 78:35 They remembered that God was their rock (Psalm Ps Psa.) </a></div></div></td></tr></table></div><div id="left"><a href="/psalms/78-34.htm" onmouseover='lft.src="/leftgif.png"' onmouseout='lft.src="/left.png"' title="Psalm 78:34"><img src="/left.png" name="lft" border="0" alt="Psalm 78:34" /></a></div><div id="right"><a href="/psalms/78-36.htm" onmouseover='rght.src="/rightgif.png"' onmouseout='rght.src="/right.png"' title="Psalm 78:36"><img src="/right.png" name="rght" border="0" alt="Psalm 78:36" /></a></div><div id="botleft"><a href="#" onmouseover='botleft.src="/botleftgif.png"' onmouseout='botleft.src="/botleft.png"' title="Top of Page"><img src="/botleft.png" name="botleft" border="0" alt="Top of Page" /></a></div><div id="botright"><a href="#" onmouseover='botright.src="/botrightgif.png"' onmouseout='botright.src="/botright.png"' title="Top of Page"><img src="/botright.png" name="botright" border="0" alt="Top of Page" /></a></div><div id="bot"><iframe width="100%" height="1500" scrolling="no" src="/botmenubhnew2.htm" frameborder="0"></iframe></div></td></tr></table></div></body></html>