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Will the foe revile your name forever?<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nlt/psalms/74.htm">New Living Translation</a></span><br />How long, O God, will you allow our enemies to insult you? Will you let them dishonor your name forever?<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/esv/psalms/74.htm">English Standard Version</a></span><br />How long, O God, is the foe to scoff? Is the enemy to revile your name forever?<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/bsb/psalms/74.htm">Berean Standard Bible</a></span><br />How long, O God, will the enemy taunt You? Will the foe revile Your name forever?<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/kjv/psalms/74.htm">King James Bible</a></span><br />O God, how long shall the adversary reproach? shall the enemy blaspheme thy name for ever?<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nkjv/psalms/74.htm">New King James Version</a></span><br />O God, how long will the adversary reproach? Will the enemy blaspheme Your name forever?<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb_/psalms/74.htm">New American Standard Bible</a></span><br />How long, God, will the enemy taunt <i>You?</i> Shall the enemy treat Your name disrespectfully forever?<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb/psalms/74.htm">NASB 1995</a></span><br />How long, O God, will the adversary revile, And the enemy spurn Your name forever?<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb77/psalms/74.htm">NASB 1977 </a></span><br />How long, O God, will the adversary revile, <i>And</i> the enemy spurn Thy name forever?<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lsb/psalms/74.htm">Legacy Standard Bible </a></span><br />How long, O God, will the adversary reproach? Will the enemy spurn Your name forever?<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/amp/psalms/74.htm">Amplified Bible</a></span><br />O God, how long will the adversary scoff? Is the enemy to revile Your name forever?<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/csb/psalms/74.htm">Christian Standard Bible</a></span><br />God, how long will the enemy mock? Will the foe insult your name forever?<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/hcsb/psalms/74.htm">Holman Christian Standard Bible</a></span><br />God, how long will the enemy mock? Will the foe insult Your name forever? <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/asv/psalms/74.htm">American Standard Version</a></span><br />How long, O God, shall the adversary reproach? Shall the enemy blaspheme thy name for ever?<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/cev/psalms/74.htm">Contemporary English Version</a></span><br />Our God, how much longer will our enemies sneer? Won't they ever stop insulting you? <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/erv/psalms/74.htm">English Revised Version</a></span><br />How long, O God, shall the adversary reproach? shall the enemy blaspheme thy name for ever?<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/gwt/psalms/74.htm">GOD'S WORD® Translation</a></span><br />How long, O God, will the enemy insult us? Will the enemy despise you forever?<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/gnt/psalms/74.htm">Good News Translation</a></span><br />How long, O God, will our enemies laugh at you? Will they insult your name forever? <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/isv/psalms/74.htm">International Standard Version</a></span><br />God, how long will the adversary scorn while the enemy despises your name endlessly?<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/net/psalms/74.htm">NET Bible</a></span><br />How long, O God, will the adversary hurl insults? Will the enemy blaspheme your name forever? <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nheb/psalms/74.htm">New Heart English Bible</a></span><br />How long, God, shall the enemy mock? Shall the enemy blaspheme your name forever?<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/wbt/psalms/74.htm">Webster's Bible Translation</a></span><br />O God, how long shall the adversary reproach? shall the enemy blaspheme thy name for ever?<div class="vheading2"><b>Majority Text Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/msb/psalms/74.htm">Majority Standard Bible</a></span><br />How long, O God, will the enemy taunt You? Will the foe revile Your name forever?<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/web/psalms/74.htm">World English Bible</a></span><br />How long, God, shall the adversary reproach? Shall the enemy blaspheme your name forever? <div class="vheading2"><b>Literal Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lsv/psalms/74.htm">Literal Standard Version</a></span><br />Until when, O God, does an adversary reproach? Does an enemy despise Your Name forever?<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/ylt/psalms/74.htm">Young's Literal Translation</a></span><br /> Till when, O God, doth an adversary reproach? Doth an enemy despise thy name for ever?<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/slt/psalms/74.htm">Smith's Literal Translation</a></span><br />How long, O God, shall the enemy reproach? Shall the enemy despise thy name forever?<div class="vheading2"><b>Catholic Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/drb/psalms/74.htm">Douay-Rheims Bible</a></span><br />How long, O God, shall the enemy reproach: is the adversary to provoke thy name for ever? <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/cpdv/psalms/74.htm">Catholic Public Domain Version</a></span><br /><V 73:10>How long, O God, will the enemy place blame? Is the adversary to provoke your name until the end?<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nabre/psalms/74.htm">New American Bible</a></span><br />How long, O God, will the enemy jeer? Will the enemy revile your name forever? <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nrsvce/psalms/74.htm">New Revised Standard Version</a></span><br />How long, O God, is the foe to scoff? Is the enemy to revile your name forever?<div class="vheading2"><b>Translations from Aramaic</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lamsa/psalms/74.htm">Lamsa Bible</a></span><br />O God, how long shall the adversary reproach? Shall the enemy blaspheme thy name for ever?<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/hpbt/psalms/74.htm">Peshitta Holy Bible Translated</a></span><br />How long, oh God, does the enemy reproach and rage against your Name; forever?<div class="vheading2"><b>OT Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/jps/psalms/74.htm">JPS Tanakh 1917</a></span><br />How long, O God, shall the adversary reproach? Shall the enemy blaspheme Thy name for ever?<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/sep/psalms/74.htm">Brenton Septuagint Translation</a></span><br />How long, O God, shall the enemy reproach? shall the enemy provoke thy name forever?<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/parallel/psalms/74-10.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=9053" 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/74.htm">Why Have You Rejected Us Forever?</a></span><br>…<span class="reftext">9</span>There are no signs for us to see. There is no longer any prophet. And none of us knows how long this will last. <span class="reftext">10</span><span class="highl"><a href="/hebrew/5704.htm" title="5704: ‘aḏ- (Interrog) -- As far as, even to, up to, until, while. Properly, the same as ad; as far as, whether of space or time or degree.">How long,</a> <a href="/hebrew/4970.htm" title="4970: mā·ṯay (Interrog) -- When?. From an unused root meaning to extend; properly, extent; but used only adverbially, when."></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">O God,</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.">will the enemy</a> <a href="/hebrew/2778.htm" title="2778: yə·ḥā·rep̄ (V-Piel-Imperf-3ms) -- To pull off, to expose, to betroth, to carp at, defame, to spend the winter.">taunt You?</a> <a href="/hebrew/341.htm" title="341: ’ō·w·yêḇ (V-Qal-Prtcpl-ms) -- Hating, an adversary. Or owyeb; active participle of 'ayab; hating; an adversary.">Will the foe</a> <a href="/hebrew/5006.htm" title="5006: yə·nā·’êṣ (V-Piel-Imperf-3ms) -- To spurn, treat with contempt. A primitive root; to scorn; or by interchange for nuwts, to bloom.">revile</a> <a href="/hebrew/8034.htm" title="8034: šim·ḵā (N-msc:: 2ms) -- A primitive word; an appellation, as a mark or memorial of individuality; by implication honor, authority, character.">Your name</a> <a href="/hebrew/5331.htm" title="5331: lā·ne·ṣaḥ (Prep-l:: N-ms) -- Eminence, enduring, everlastingness, perpetuity. ">forever?</a> </span><span class="reftext">11</span>Why do You withdraw Your strong right hand? Stretch it out to destroy them!…<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="/revelation/6-10.htm">Revelation 6:10</a></span><br />And they cried out in a loud voice, “How long, O Lord, holy and true, until You judge those who dwell upon the earth and avenge our blood?”<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/habakkuk/1-2.htm">Habakkuk 1:2</a></span><br />How long, O LORD, must I call for help but You do not hear, or cry out to You, “Violence!” but You do not save?<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/psalms/13-1.htm">Psalm 13:1-2</a></span><br />For the choirmaster. A Psalm of David. How long, O LORD? Will You forget me forever? How long will You hide Your face from me? / How long must I wrestle in my soul, with sorrow in my heart each day? How long will my enemy dominate me?<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/psalms/79-5.htm">Psalm 79:5</a></span><br />How long, O LORD? Will You be angry forever? Will Your jealousy burn like fire?<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/psalms/89-46.htm">Psalm 89:46</a></span><br />How long, O LORD? Will You hide Yourself forever? Will Your wrath keep burning like fire?<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/isaiah/64-12.htm">Isaiah 64:12</a></span><br />After all this, O LORD, will You restrain Yourself? Will You keep silent and afflict us beyond measure?<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/jeremiah/12-1.htm">Jeremiah 12:1</a></span><br />Righteous are You, O LORD, when I plead before You. Yet about Your judgments I wish to contend with You: Why does the way of the wicked prosper? Why do all the faithless live at ease?<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/daniel/12-7.htm">Daniel 12:7</a></span><br />And the man dressed in linen, who was above the waters of the river, raised his right hand and his left hand toward heaven, and I heard him swear by Him who lives forever, saying, “It will be for a time, and times, and half a time. When the power of the holy people has finally been shattered, all these things will be completed.”<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/matthew/24-22.htm">Matthew 24:22</a></span><br />If those days had not been cut short, nobody would be saved. But for the sake of the elect, those days will be cut short.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/luke/18-7.htm">Luke 18:7-8</a></span><br />Will not God bring about justice for His elect who cry out to Him day and night? Will He delay in helping them? / I tell you, He will promptly carry out justice on their behalf. Nevertheless, when the Son of Man comes, will He find faith on earth?”<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/2_peter/3-9.htm">2 Peter 3:9</a></span><br />The Lord is not slow in keeping His promise as some understand slowness, but is patient with you, not wanting anyone to perish but everyone to come to repentance.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/revelation/18-20.htm">Revelation 18:20</a></span><br />Rejoice over her, O heaven, and you saints and apostles and prophets, because God has pronounced for you His judgment against her.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/psalms/44-23.htm">Psalm 44:23-24</a></span><br />Wake up, O Lord! Why are You sleeping? Arise! Do not reject us forever. / Why do You hide Your face and forget our affliction and oppression?<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/psalms/10-1.htm">Psalm 10:1</a></span><br />Why, O LORD, do You stand far off? Why do You hide in times of trouble?<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/psalms/35-17.htm">Psalm 35:17</a></span><br />How long, O Lord, will You look on? Rescue my soul from their ravages, my precious life from these lions.</div><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a name="tsk" id="tsk"><div class="vheading">Treasury of Scripture</div><p class="tsk2">O God, how long shall the adversary reproach? shall the enemy blaspheme your name for ever?</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/psalms/13-1.htm">Psalm 13:1,2</a></b></br> To the chief Musician, A Psalm of David. How long wilt thou forget me, O LORD? for ever? how long wilt thou hide thy face from me? … </p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/psalms/79-4.htm">Psalm 79:4,5</a></b></br> We are become a reproach to our neighbours, a scorn and derision to them that are round about us… </p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/psalms/89-46.htm">Psalm 89:46,50,52</a></b></br> How long, LORD? wilt thou hide thyself for ever? shall thy wrath burn like fire? … </p><div class="vheading">Jump to Previous</div><a href="/psalms/60-11.htm">Adversary</a> <a href="/job/2-9.htm">Blaspheme</a> <a href="/psalms/10-13.htm">Contemn</a> <a href="/psalms/73-8.htm">Cruel</a> <a href="/psalms/73-20.htm">Despise</a> <a href="/psalms/74-3.htm">Enemy</a> <a href="/psalms/68-23.htm">Foe</a> <a href="/psalms/74-1.htm">Forever</a> <a href="/psalms/55-12.htm">Hater</a> <a href="/psalms/73-8.htm">Mock</a> <a href="/psalms/71-13.htm">Reproach</a> <a href="/psalms/44-16.htm">Revile</a> <a href="/psalms/73-8.htm">Scoff</a> <a href="/job/10-3.htm">Spurn</a><div class="vheading2">Jump to Next</div><a href="/psalms/78-42.htm">Adversary</a> <a href="/mark/3-28.htm">Blaspheme</a> <a href="/jeremiah/14-21.htm">Contemn</a> <a href="/psalms/74-18.htm">Cruel</a> <a href="/psalms/102-17.htm">Despise</a> <a href="/psalms/74-18.htm">Enemy</a> <a href="/psalms/78-42.htm">Foe</a> <a href="/psalms/74-19.htm">Forever</a> <a href="/psalms/78-61.htm">Hater</a> <a href="/psalms/74-22.htm">Mock</a> <a href="/psalms/74-22.htm">Reproach</a> <a href="/psalms/109-28.htm">Revile</a> <a href="/psalms/74-22.htm">Scoff</a> <a href="/psalms/77-7.htm">Spurn</a><div class="vheading2">Psalm 74</div><span class="reftext">1. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/psalms/74-1.htm">The prophet complains of the desolation of the sanctuary</a></span><br><span class="reftext">10. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/psalms/74-10.htm">He moves God to help in consideration of his power</a></span><br><span class="reftext">18. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/psalms/74-18.htm">Of his reproachful enemies, or his children and of his covenant.</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'; </script> <script id="b817b7107f1d4a7997da1b3c33457e03"> (new Image()).src = 'https://capi.connatix.com/tr/si?token=cb0edd8b-b416-47eb-8c6d-3cc96561f7e8&cid=3a9f82d0-4344-4f8d-ac0c-e1a0eb43a405'; </script><br /><br />  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-2'> </div><br /><br />  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-0' style='max-width: 300px;'> </div><br /><br />  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-3'> </div><br /><br />  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-1' style='max-width: 300px;'> </div><br /><br />  <div align="center" id='div-gpt-ad-1531425649696-0'> </div><br /><br /> <ins class="adsbygoogle" style="display:inline-block;width:200px;height:200px" data-ad-client="ca-pub-3753401421161123" data-ad-slot="3592799687"></ins> <script> (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); </script> <br /><br /> </div> </td></tr></table></div></div></div><div id="combox"><div class="padcom"><a name="study" id="study"></a><div class="vheading"><table width="100%"><tr><td width="99%" valign="top"><a href="/study/psalms/74.htm">Study Bible</a></td><td width="1%" valign="top"><a href="/study/psalms/" title="Book Summary and Study">Book ◦</a> <a href="/study/chapters/psalms/74.htm" title="Chapter summary and Study">Chapter </a></tr></table></div><b>How long, O God, will the enemy taunt You?</b><br>This phrase reflects a cry of lament and urgency, common in the Psalms, where the psalmist seeks God's intervention against adversaries. The question "How long?" is a recurring theme in the Psalms (e.g., <a href="/psalms/13.htm">Psalm 13:1</a>, <a href="/psalms/79-5.htm">Psalm 79:5</a>), expressing a deep yearning for God's deliverance. The "enemy" here can be understood as those who oppose God's people and, by extension, God Himself. Historically, this could refer to the Babylonian destruction of Jerusalem and the subsequent exile, a time when the Israelites felt abandoned and mocked by surrounding nations. Theologically, it underscores the tension between God's promises and the present reality of suffering, inviting believers to trust in God's ultimate justice and timing.<p><b>Will the foe revile Your name forever?</b><br>The "foe" represents those who not only oppose Israel but also challenge God's sovereignty and holiness. In ancient Near Eastern culture, a name was more than a label; it represented one's character and authority. To "revile" God's name is to disrespect and blaspheme His character. This phrase echoes concerns found in other scriptures, such as <a href="/ezekiel/36-20.htm">Ezekiel 36:20-23</a>, where God's name is profaned among the nations, and He promises to vindicate His holiness. The psalmist's question implies a plea for God to act to uphold His reputation and demonstrate His power. This connects to the broader biblical narrative of God's redemptive plan, culminating in Jesus Christ, who fully reveals and glorifies God's name (<a href="/john/17-6.htm">John 17:6</a>). The longing for God's intervention against His foes points to the ultimate victory over evil prophesied in <a href="/revelation/19-11.htm">Revelation 19:11-16</a>.<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, addressed directly by the psalmist, representing divine authority and power.<br><br>2. <b><a href="/topical/t/the_enemy.htm">The Enemy</a></b><br>Represents those who oppose God and His people, often seen as foreign nations or spiritual adversaries.<br><br>3. <b><a href="/topical/t/the_psalmist.htm">The Psalmist</a></b><br>Likely Asaph or a descendant of Asaph, expressing lament and seeking God's intervention.<br><br>4. <b><a href="/topical/i/israel.htm">Israel</a></b><br>The implied community suffering under the taunts and reviling of their enemies.<br><br>5. <b><a href="/topical/t/the_temple.htm">The Temple</a></b><br>Though not mentioned directly in this verse, the context of <a href="/bsb/psalms/74.htm">Psalm 74</a> suggests the desecration of the temple, a significant event for Israel.<div class="vheading2">Teaching Points</div><b><a href="/topical/u/understanding_lament.htm">Understanding Lament</a></b><br>Lament is a biblical way to express grief and seek God's intervention. It is a form of worship that acknowledges God's sovereignty even in distress.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/t/the_reality_of_spiritual_warfare.htm">The Reality of Spiritual Warfare</a></b><br>The "enemy" can be both physical and spiritual. Believers must recognize the ongoing spiritual battle and rely on God's strength.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/g/god's_timing.htm">God's Timing</a></b><br>God's timing is perfect, even when it seems delayed. Trusting in His timing requires faith and patience.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/t/the_power_of_god's_name.htm">The Power of God's Name</a></b><br>The reviling of God's name is significant. Believers are called to honor and uphold the sanctity of God's name in their lives.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/h/hope_in_god's_justice.htm">Hope in God's Justice</a></b><br>Despite the taunts of the enemy, believers can have hope in God's ultimate justice and vindication.<div class="vheading2">Lists and Questions</div><a href="/top10/lessons_from_psalm_74.htm">Top 10 Lessons from Psalm 74</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/what_is_the_meaning_of_mocking_god.htm">What is the meaning of mocking God?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/are_pleasant_words_like_a_honeycomb.htm">Can you trample on snakes and scorpions safely?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/are_there_archaeological_proofs_of_psalm_74.htm">Psalm 74:6-7 describes enemies hacking at woodwork and burning the temple; are there archaeological findings that confirm such extensive destruction?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/bible_miracle_examples.htm">What does the Bible teach about hate?</a><a name="commentary" id="commentary"></a><div class="vheading2"><a href="/commentaries/ellicott/psalms/74.htm">Ellicott's Commentary for English Readers</a></div>(10-15) ln the true prophetic spirit, as Moses brought the cries of distress "by reason of their bondage" from the oppressed Israelites to God (<a href="/exodus/5-22.htm" title="And Moses returned to the LORD, and said, LORD, why have you so evil entreated this people? why is it that you have sent me?">Exodus 5:22</a>), so this poet carries to the same God the pathos of this later cry, <span class= "ital">How long? how long? </span>In answer, the deliverances of old rush into his mind. He recalls the right hand once stretched out to save (now thrust in inaction into the bosom), the wonders at the Red Sea, and all the long-continued providential guiding. Surely the same God will do the same wonders now!<p><div class="vheading2"><a href="/commentaries/pulpit/psalms/74.htm">Pulpit Commentary</a></div><span class="cmt_sub_title">Verse 10.</span> - <span class="cmt_word">O God, how long shall the adversary reproach? shall the enemy blaspheme thy Name forever?</span> There is no contradiction between these two clauses. The psalmist wishes to ask two things: <p><span class="Text_Heading">1.</span> Is the present distress to continue forever? <p><span class="Text_Heading">2.</span> And if not, how long is it to endure? It is true that he inverts the natural order of the questions; but this is so common a mode of speech, that grammarians have given it a name, and call it <span class="greek">ὔστερον(πρότερον</span>. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/commentaries/psalms/74-10.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">How long,</span><br /><span class="heb">עַד־</span> <span class="translit">(‘aḏ-)</span><br /><span class="parse">Interrogative<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_5704.htm">Strong's 5704: </a> </span><span class="str2">As far as, even to, up to, until, while</span><br /><br /><span class="word">O God,</span><br /><span class="heb">אֱ֭לֹהִים</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">will the enemy</span><br /><span class="heb">צָ֑ר</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 /><br /><span class="word">taunt You?</span><br /><span class="heb">יְחָ֣רֶף</span> <span class="translit">(yə·ḥā·rep̄)</span><br /><span class="parse">Verb - Piel - Imperfect - third person masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_2778.htm">Strong's 2778: </a> </span><span class="str2">To pull off, to expose, to betroth, to carp at, defame, to spend the winter</span><br /><br /><span class="word">Will the foe</span><br /><span class="heb">אוֹיֵ֖ב</span> <span class="translit">(’ō·w·yêḇ)</span><br /><span class="parse">Verb - Qal - Participle - masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_341.htm">Strong's 341: </a> </span><span class="str2">Hating, an adversary</span><br /><br /><span class="word">revile</span><br /><span class="heb">יְנָ֘אֵ֤ץ</span> <span class="translit">(yə·nā·’êṣ)</span><br /><span class="parse">Verb - Piel - Imperfect - third person masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_5006.htm">Strong's 5006: </a> </span><span class="str2">To spurn, treat with contempt</span><br /><br /><span class="word">Your name</span><br /><span class="heb">שִׁמְךָ֣</span> <span class="translit">(šim·ḵā)</span><br /><span class="parse">Noun - masculine singular construct | second person masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_8034.htm">Strong's 8034: </a> </span><span class="str2">A name</span><br /><br /><span class="word">forever?</span><br /><span class="heb">לָנֶֽצַח׃</span> <span class="translit">(lā·ne·ṣaḥ)</span><br /><span class="parse">Preposition-l | Noun - masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_5331.htm">Strong's 5331: </a> </span><span class="str2">Eminence, enduring, everlastingness, perpetuity</span><br /><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><div class="vheading">Links</div><a href="/niv/psalms/74-10.htm">Psalm 74:10 NIV</a><br /><a href="/nlt/psalms/74-10.htm">Psalm 74:10 NLT</a><br /><a href="/esv/psalms/74-10.htm">Psalm 74:10 ESV</a><br /><a href="/nasb/psalms/74-10.htm">Psalm 74:10 NASB</a><br /><a href="/kjv/psalms/74-10.htm">Psalm 74:10 KJV</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="//bibleapps.com/psalms/74-10.htm">Psalm 74:10 BibleApps.com</a><br /><a href="//bibliaparalela.com/psalms/74-10.htm">Psalm 74:10 Biblia Paralela</a><br /><a href="//holybible.com.cn/psalms/74-10.htm">Psalm 74:10 Chinese Bible</a><br /><a href="//saintebible.com/psalms/74-10.htm">Psalm 74:10 French Bible</a><br /><a href="/catholic/psalms/74-10.htm">Psalm 74:10 Catholic Bible</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/psalms/74-10.htm">OT Poetry: Psalm 74:10 How long God shall the adversary reproach? 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