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he surrendered his glory into enemy hands.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/esv/psalms/78.htm">English Standard Version</a></span><br />and delivered his power to captivity, his glory to the hand of the foe.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/bsb/psalms/78.htm">Berean Standard Bible</a></span><br />He delivered His strength to captivity, and His splendor to the hand of the adversary.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/kjv/psalms/78.htm">King James Bible</a></span><br />And delivered his strength into captivity, and his glory into the enemy's hand.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nkjv/psalms/78.htm">New King James Version</a></span><br />And delivered His strength into captivity, And His glory into the enemy’s hand.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb_/psalms/78.htm">New American Standard Bible</a></span><br />And He gave up His strength to captivity And His glory into the hand of the enemy.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb/psalms/78.htm">NASB 1995</a></span><br />And gave up His strength to captivity And His glory into the hand of the adversary.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb77/psalms/78.htm">NASB 1977 </a></span><br />And gave up His strength to captivity, And His glory into the hand of the adversary.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lsb/psalms/78.htm">Legacy Standard Bible </a></span><br />And gave up His strength to captivity And His beauty into the hand of the adversary.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/amp/psalms/78.htm">Amplified Bible</a></span><br />And gave up His strength <i>and</i> power (the ark of the covenant) into captivity, And His glory into the hand of the enemy (the Philistines).<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/csb/psalms/78.htm">Christian Standard Bible</a></span><br />He gave up his strength to captivity and his splendor to the hand of a foe.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/hcsb/psalms/78.htm">Holman Christian Standard Bible</a></span><br />He gave up His strength to captivity and His splendor to the hand of a foe. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/asv/psalms/78.htm">American Standard Version</a></span><br />And delivered his strength into captivity, And his glory into the adversary's hand.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/cev/psalms/78.htm">Contemporary English Version</a></span><br />He let enemies capture the sacred chest and let them dishonor him. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/erv/psalms/78.htm">English Revised Version</a></span><br />And delivered his strength into captivity, and his glory into the adversary's hand.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/gwt/psalms/78.htm">GOD'S WORD® Translation</a></span><br />He allowed his power to be taken captive and handed his glory over to an oppressor.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/gnt/psalms/78.htm">Good News Translation</a></span><br />He allowed our enemies to capture the Covenant Box, the symbol of his power and glory. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/isv/psalms/78.htm">International Standard Version</a></span><br />Then he sent his might into captivity and his glory into the control of the adversary.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/msb/psalms/78.htm">Majority Standard Bible</a></span><br />He delivered His strength to captivity, and His splendor to the hand of the adversary.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/net/psalms/78.htm">NET Bible</a></span><br />He allowed the symbol of his strong presence to be captured; he gave the symbol of his splendor into the hand of the enemy. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nheb/psalms/78.htm">New Heart English Bible</a></span><br />and delivered his strength into captivity, his glory into the adversary's hand.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/wbt/psalms/78.htm">Webster's Bible Translation</a></span><br />And delivered his strength into captivity, and his glory into the enemy's hand.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/web/psalms/78.htm">World English Bible</a></span><br />and delivered his strength into captivity, his glory into the adversary’s hand. <div class="vheading2"><b>Literal Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lsv/psalms/78.htm">Literal Standard Version</a></span><br />And He gives His strength to captivity, "" And His beauty into the hand of an adversary,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/ylt/psalms/78.htm">Young's Literal Translation</a></span><br /> And He giveth His strength to captivity, And His beauty into the hand of an adversary,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/slt/psalms/78.htm">Smith's Literal Translation</a></span><br />And he will give his strength to captivity, and his beauty into the hand of the enemy.<div class="vheading2"><b>Catholic Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/drb/psalms/78.htm">Douay-Rheims Bible</a></span><br />And he delivered their strength into captivity: and their beauty into the hands of the enemy. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/cpdv/psalms/78.htm">Catholic Public Domain Version</a></span><br /><V 77:61>And he delivered their virtue into captivity, and their beauty into the hands of the enemy.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nabre/psalms/78.htm">New American Bible</a></span><br />He gave up his might into captivity, his glorious ark into the hands of the foe. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nrsvce/psalms/78.htm">New Revised Standard Version</a></span><br />and delivered his power to captivity, his glory to the hand of the foe.<div class="vheading2"><b>Translations from Aramaic</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lamsa/psalms/78.htm">Lamsa Bible</a></span><br />And he delivered his people into captivity, and his glory into the oppressor's hand.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/hpbt/psalms/78.htm">Peshitta Holy Bible Translated</a></span><br />He gave his people to captivity and his glory into the hand of the oppressor.<div class="vheading2"><b>OT Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/jps/psalms/78.htm">JPS Tanakh 1917</a></span><br />And delivered His strength into captivity, And His glory into the adversary's hand.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/sep/psalms/78.htm">Brenton Septuagint Translation</a></span><br />And he gave their strength into captivity, and their beauty into the enemy's hand.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/parallel/psalms/78-61.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=9871" 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">60</span>He abandoned the tabernacle of Shiloh, the tent He had pitched among men. <span class="reftext">61</span><span class="highl"><a href="/hebrew/5414.htm" title="5414: way·yit·tên (Conj-w:: V-Qal-ConsecImperf-3ms) -- To give, put, set. A primitive root; to give, used with greatest latitude of application.">He delivered</a> <a href="/hebrew/5797.htm" title="5797: ‘uz·zōw (N-msc:: 3ms) -- Strength, might. Or rowz; from azaz; strength in various applications.">His strength</a> <a href="/hebrew/7628.htm" title="7628: laš·šə·ḇî (Prep-l, Art:: N-ms) -- Exiled, captured, exile, booty. From shbuw; exiled; captured; as noun, exile; by extension, booty.">to captivity,</a> <a href="/hebrew/8597.htm" title="8597: wə·ṯip̄·’ar·tōw (Conj-w:: N-fsc:: 3ms) -- Beauty, glory. Or tiphereth; from pa'ar; ornament.">and His splendor</a> <a href="/hebrew/3027.htm" title="3027: ḇə·yaḏ- (Prep-b:: N-fsc) -- Hand (indicating power, means, direction, etc.)">to the hand</a> <a href="/hebrew/6862.htm" title="6862: ṣār (N-ms) -- Narrow, a tight place, a pebble, an opponent. Or tsar; from tsarar; narrow; a tight place; also a pebble; an opponent.">of the adversary.</a> </span><span class="reftext">62</span>He surrendered His people to the sword because He was enraged by His heritage.…<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="/1_samuel/4-11.htm">1 Samuel 4:11</a></span><br />The ark of God was captured, and Eli’s two sons, Hophni and Phinehas, died.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/jeremiah/7-12.htm">Jeremiah 7:12-14</a></span><br />But go now to the place in Shiloh where I first made a dwelling for My Name, and see what I did to it because of the wickedness of My people Israel. / And now, because you have done all these things, declares the LORD, and because I have spoken to you again and again but you would not listen, and I have called to you but you would not answer, / therefore what I did to Shiloh I will now do to the house that bears My Name, the house in which you trust, the place that I gave to you and your fathers.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/1_samuel/4-17.htm">1 Samuel 4:17-22</a></span><br />The messenger answered, “Israel has fled before the Philistines, and there has been a great slaughter among the people. Your two sons, Hophni and Phinehas, are both dead, and the ark of God has been captured.” / As soon as the ark of God was mentioned, Eli fell backward from his chair by the city gate, and being old and heavy, he broke his neck and died. And Eli had judged Israel forty years. / Now Eli’s daughter-in-law, the wife of Phinehas, was pregnant and about to give birth. When she heard the news of the capture of God’s ark and the deaths of her father-in-law and her husband, she collapsed and gave birth, for her labor pains overtook her. ...<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/lamentations/2-7.htm">Lamentations 2:7</a></span><br />The Lord has rejected His altar; He has abandoned His sanctuary; He has delivered the walls of her palaces into the hand of the enemy. They have raised a shout in the house of the LORD as on the day of an appointed feast.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/1_samuel/5-1.htm">1 Samuel 5:1-2</a></span><br />After the Philistines had captured the ark of God, they took it from Ebenezer to Ashdod, / carried it into the temple of Dagon, and set it beside his statue.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/judges/18-30.htm">Judges 18:30-31</a></span><br />The Danites set up idols for themselves, and Jonathan son of Gershom, the son of Moses, and his sons were priests for the tribe of Dan until the day of the captivity of the land. / So they set up for themselves Micah’s graven image, and it was there the whole time the house of God was in Shiloh.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/2_chronicles/36-17.htm">2 Chronicles 36:17-19</a></span><br />So He brought up against them the king of the Chaldeans, who put their young men to the sword in the sanctuary, sparing neither young men nor young women, neither elderly nor infirm. God gave them all into the hand of Nebuchadnezzar, / who carried off everything to Babylon—all the articles of the house of God, both large and small, and the treasures of the house of the LORD and of the king and his officials. / Then the Chaldeans set fire to the house of God and broke down the wall of Jerusalem. They burned down all the palaces and destroyed every article of value.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/1_samuel/6-1.htm">1 Samuel 6:1-2</a></span><br />When the ark of the LORD had been in the land of the Philistines seven months, / the Philistines summoned the priests and diviners, saying, “What shall we do with the ark of the LORD? Tell us how to send it back to its place.”<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/jeremiah/52-13.htm">Jeremiah 52:13</a></span><br />He burned down the house of the LORD, the royal palace, and all the houses of Jerusalem—every significant building.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/ezekiel/7-20.htm">Ezekiel 7:20-22</a></span><br />His beautiful ornaments they transformed into pride and used them to fashion their vile images and detestable idols. Therefore I will make these into something unclean for them. / And I will hand these things over as plunder to foreigners and loot to the wicked of the earth, who will defile them. / I will turn My face away from them, and they will defile My treasured place. Violent men will enter it, and they will defile it.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/1_samuel/7-1.htm">1 Samuel 7:1-2</a></span><br />Then the men of Kiriath-jearim came for the ark of the LORD and took it into Abinadab’s house on the hill. And they consecrated his son Eleazar to guard the ark of the LORD. / And from that day a long time passed, twenty years in all, as the ark remained at Kiriath-jearim. And all the house of Israel mournfully sought the LORD.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/revelation/11-2.htm">Revelation 11:2</a></span><br />But exclude the courtyard outside the temple. Do not measure it, because it has been given over to the nations, and they will trample the holy city for 42 months.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/2_kings/25-9.htm">2 Kings 25:9</a></span><br />He burned down the house of the LORD, the royal palace, and all the houses of Jerusalem—every significant building.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/matthew/24-15.htm">Matthew 24:15</a></span><br />So when you see standing in the holy place ‘the abomination of desolation,’ spoken of by the prophet Daniel (let the reader understand),<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/luke/21-20.htm">Luke 21:20-24</a></span><br />But when you see Jerusalem surrounded by armies, you will know that her desolation is near. / Then let those who are in Judea flee to the mountains, let those in the city get out, and let those in the country stay out of the city. / For these are the days of vengeance, to fulfill all that is written. ...</div><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a name="tsk" id="tsk"><div class="vheading">Treasury of Scripture</div><p class="tsk2">And delivered his strength into captivity, and his glory into the enemy's hand.</p><p class="hdg">his strength.</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/psalms/132-8.htm">Psalm 132:8</a></b></br> Arise, O LORD, into thy rest; thou, and the ark of thy strength.</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/judges/18-30.htm">Judges 18:30</a></b></br> And the children of Dan set up the graven image: and Jonathan, the son of Gershom, the son of Manasseh, he and his sons were priests to the tribe of Dan until the day of the captivity of the land.</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/1_samuel/5-1.htm">1 Samuel 5:1,2</a></b></br> And the Philistines took the ark of God, and brought it from Ebenezer unto Ashdod… </p><p class="hdg">glory</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/psalms/24-7.htm">Psalm 24:7</a></b></br> Lift up your heads, O ye gates; and be ye lift up, ye everlasting doors; and the King of glory shall come in.</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/exodus/40-34.htm">Exodus 40:34</a></b></br> Then a cloud covered the tent of the congregation, and the glory of the LORD filled the tabernacle.</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/1_samuel/4-21.htm">1 Samuel 4:21,22</a></b></br> And she named the child Ichabod, saying, The glory is departed from Israel: because the ark of God was taken, and because of her father in law and her husband… </p><div class="vheading">Jump to Previous</div><a href="/psalms/78-42.htm">Adversary</a> <a href="/job/6-23.htm">Adversary's</a> <a href="/2_chronicles/35-3.htm">Ark</a> <a href="/psalms/71-8.htm">Beauty</a> <a href="/psalms/68-18.htm">Captivity</a> <a href="/psalms/78-50.htm">Delivered</a> <a href="/psalms/78-42.htm">Enemy</a> <a href="/job/31-29.htm">Enemy's</a> <a href="/psalms/78-42.htm">Foe</a> <a href="/psalms/76-4.htm">Glory</a> <a href="/psalms/78-54.htm">Hand</a> <a href="/psalms/76-5.htm">Hands</a> <a href="/psalms/74-10.htm">Hater</a> <a href="/psalms/78-42.htm">Oppressor</a> <a href="/psalms/78-42.htm">Power</a> <a href="/2_chronicles/33-11.htm">Prisoner</a> <a href="/psalms/71-8.htm">Splendor</a> <a href="/psalms/78-51.htm">Strength</a><div class="vheading2">Jump to Next</div><a href="/psalms/107-2.htm">Adversary</a> <a href="/job/6-23.htm">Adversary's</a> <a href="/psalms/132-8.htm">Ark</a> <a href="/psalms/89-17.htm">Beauty</a> <a href="/psalms/85-1.htm">Captivity</a> <a href="/psalms/78-62.htm">Delivered</a> <a href="/psalms/89-22.htm">Enemy</a> <a href="/exodus/23-4.htm">Enemy's</a> <a href="/psalms/106-10.htm">Foe</a> <a href="/psalms/79-9.htm">Glory</a> <a href="/psalms/78-72.htm">Hand</a> <a href="/psalms/78-72.htm">Hands</a> <a href="/psalms/119-104.htm">Hater</a> <a href="/psalms/107-2.htm">Oppressor</a> <a href="/psalms/79-11.htm">Power</a> <a href="/psalms/79-11.htm">Prisoner</a> <a href="/psalms/89-44.htm">Splendor</a> <a href="/psalms/79-11.htm">Strength</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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The Ark was central to Israel's worship and represented God's strength and glory. The historical context is found in <a href="/1_samuel/4.htm">1 Samuel 4</a>, where the Israelites, in a misguided attempt to ensure victory, brought the Ark into battle against the Philistines. This act of presumption led to their defeat and the capture of the Ark. Theologically, this event signifies God's judgment on Israel for their disobedience and lack of faith. It serves as a reminder that God's presence cannot be manipulated or taken for granted. The Ark's capture also foreshadows the ultimate captivity of Jesus Christ, who willingly submitted to the powers of this world to accomplish God's redemptive plan.<p><b>and His splendor to the hand of the adversary</b><br>The "splendor" here refers to the glory and majesty of God, which was associated with the Ark. By allowing the Ark to fall into enemy hands, God demonstrated that His glory is not confined to physical objects or places. The Philistines, as adversaries, temporarily possessed what was sacred to Israel, highlighting the consequences of Israel's spiritual infidelity. This event is a precursor to the New Testament understanding of Jesus Christ, who, though possessing divine splendor, was handed over to His adversaries. In <a href="/philippians/2-6.htm">Philippians 2:6-8</a>, Christ's humility and submission to death on a cross are seen as the ultimate expression of God's glory. The capture of the Ark and its eventual return (1 Samuel 6) also prefigures the resurrection, where what seemed like defeat was turned into victory.<div class="vheading2">Persons / Places / Events</div>1. <b><a href="/topical/g/god.htm">God</a></b><br>The central figure in this verse, God is depicted as allowing His strength and splendor to be taken by adversaries. This reflects His sovereignty and the consequences of Israel's disobedience.<br><br>2. <b><a href="/topical/i/israel.htm">Israel</a></b><br>The people of God, who are the recipients of His strength and splendor. Their disobedience and idolatry led to their downfall and captivity.<br><br>3. <b><a href="/topical/t/the_ark_of_the_covenant.htm">The Ark of the Covenant</a></b><br>Often considered the "strength" and "splendor" of God, representing His presence among the Israelites. Its capture by the Philistines is a significant event related to this verse.<br><br>4. <b><a href="/topical/p/philistines.htm">Philistines</a></b><br>The adversaries who captured the Ark of the Covenant, symbolizing the defeat and humiliation of Israel due to their unfaithfulness.<br><br>5. <b><a href="/topical/s/shiloh.htm">Shiloh</a></b><br>The place where the Ark was kept before its capture, representing a center of worship and God's presence among His people.<div class="vheading2">Teaching Points</div><b><a href="/topical/t/the_consequences_of_disobedience.htm">The Consequences of Disobedience</a></b><br>God's strength and splendor are not to be taken for granted. Israel's disobedience led to the loss of His presence, reminding us of the importance of faithfulness.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/g/god's_sovereignty_in_judgment.htm">God's Sovereignty in Judgment</a></b><br>Even in allowing His strength to be captured, God remains sovereign. His actions serve a purpose, often as a call to repentance and renewal.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/t/the_importance_of_god's_presence.htm">The Importance of God's Presence</a></b><br>The Ark symbolized God's presence. Its loss was devastating, teaching us to cherish and prioritize God's presence in our lives.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/r/repentance_and_restoration.htm">Repentance and Restoration</a></b><br>While God allows consequences for sin, His ultimate desire is for repentance and restoration. We are called to turn back to Him and seek His mercy.<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/can_i_skip_church_if_i'm_sick.htm">What guidance does the Bible offer on mourning?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/what_does_skeptical_theism_say_on_divine_hiddenness.htm">What does the Bible say about mental health?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/what_does_'tarry'_mean.htm">What does Exodus 15:2 signify about God's role?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/how_can_christians_beat_porn_addiction.htm">How can Christians overcome internet pornography addiction?</a><a name="commentary" id="commentary"></a><div class="vheading2"><a href="/commentaries/pulpit/psalms/78.htm">Pulpit Commentary</a></div><span class="cmt_sub_title">Verse 61.</span> - <span class="cmt_word">And delivered his strength into captivity, and his glory into the enemy's hand</span>. God's "strength" and "glory" is the ark of the covenant (compare the expression in <a href="/1_samuel/4-21.htm">1 Samuel 4:21, 22</a>, "The glory is departed from Israel"). (For the capture and "captivity" of the ark, see <a href="/1_samuel/4-17.htm">1 Samuel 4:17</a>, and 5, 6.) <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/commentaries/psalms/78-61.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">He delivered</span><br /><span class="heb">וַיִּתֵּ֣ן</span> <span class="translit">(way·yit·tên)</span><br /><span class="parse">Conjunctive waw | Verb - Qal - Consecutive imperfect - third person masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_5414.htm">Strong's 5414: </a> </span><span class="str2">To give, put, set</span><br /><br /><span class="word">His strength</span><br /><span class="heb">עֻזּ֑וֹ</span> <span class="translit">(‘uz·zōw)</span><br /><span class="parse">Noun - masculine singular construct | third person masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_5797.htm">Strong's 5797: </a> </span><span class="str2">Strength, might</span><br /><br /><span class="word">to captivity,</span><br /><span class="heb">לַשְּׁבִ֣י</span> <span class="translit">(laš·šə·ḇî)</span><br /><span class="parse">Preposition-l, Article | Noun - masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_7628.htm">Strong's 7628: </a> </span><span class="str2">Exiled, captured, exile, booty</span><br /><br /><span class="word">and His splendor</span><br /><span class="heb">וְֽתִפְאַרְתּ֥וֹ</span> <span class="translit">(wə·ṯip̄·’ar·tōw)</span><br /><span class="parse">Conjunctive waw | Noun - feminine singular construct | third person masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_8597.htm">Strong's 8597: </a> </span><span class="str2">Beauty, glory</span><br /><br /><span class="word">to the hand</span><br /><span class="heb">בְיַד־</span> <span class="translit">(ḇə·yaḏ-)</span><br /><span class="parse">Preposition-b | Noun - feminine singular construct<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_3027.htm">Strong's 3027: </a> </span><span class="str2">A hand</span><br /><br /><span class="word">of the adversary.</span><br /><span class="heb">צָֽר׃</span> <span class="translit">(ṣār)</span><br /><span class="parse">Noun - masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_6862.htm">Strong's 6862: </a> </span><span class="str2">Narrow, a tight place, a pebble, an opponent</span><br /><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><div class="vheading">Links</div><a href="/niv/psalms/78-61.htm">Psalm 78:61 NIV</a><br /><a href="/nlt/psalms/78-61.htm">Psalm 78:61 NLT</a><br /><a href="/esv/psalms/78-61.htm">Psalm 78:61 ESV</a><br /><a href="/nasb/psalms/78-61.htm">Psalm 78:61 NASB</a><br /><a href="/kjv/psalms/78-61.htm">Psalm 78:61 KJV</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="//bibleapps.com/psalms/78-61.htm">Psalm 78:61 BibleApps.com</a><br /><a href="//bibliaparalela.com/psalms/78-61.htm">Psalm 78:61 Biblia Paralela</a><br /><a href="//holybible.com.cn/psalms/78-61.htm">Psalm 78:61 Chinese Bible</a><br /><a href="//saintebible.com/psalms/78-61.htm">Psalm 78:61 French Bible</a><br /><a href="/catholic/psalms/78-61.htm">Psalm 78:61 Catholic Bible</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/psalms/78-61.htm">OT Poetry: Psalm 78:61 And delivered his strength into captivity his (Psalm Ps Psa.) </a></div></div></td></tr></table></div><div id="left"><a href="/psalms/78-60.htm" onmouseover='lft.src="/leftgif.png"' onmouseout='lft.src="/left.png"' title="Psalm 78:60"><img src="/left.png" name="lft" border="0" alt="Psalm 78:60" /></a></div><div id="right"><a href="/psalms/78-62.htm" onmouseover='rght.src="/rightgif.png"' onmouseout='rght.src="/right.png"' title="Psalm 78:62"><img src="/right.png" name="rght" border="0" alt="Psalm 78:62" /></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>