Psalm 78:8 Meaning
And might not be as their fathers, a stubborn and rebellious generation; a generation that set not their heart aright, and whose spirit was not stedfast with God.
Context Explained
6That the generation to come might know them, even the children which should be born; who should arise and declare them to their children:
7That they might set their hope in God, and not forget the works of God, but keep his commandments:
8And might not be as their fathers, a stubborn and rebellious generation; a generation that set not their heart aright, and whose spirit was not stedfast with God.
9The children of Ephraim, being armed, and carrying bows, turned back in the day of battle.
10They kept not the covenant of God, and refused to walk in his law;
Key Themes
Related Cross References
Hebrews 3:10
Both verses warn against a hardened heart and rebellion against God.
1 Corinthians 10:6
This verse serves as a warning to believers to avoid the mistakes of previous generations.
Deuteronomy 6:5
Contrasts the call to love God with the stubbornness mentioned in Psalm 78:8.
Source: Psalm 78:8