Bible verse
for they have devoured Jacob and devastated his homeland.
Psalm 79:7 · BSB
The verses around it, from Psalm 79.
3 They have poured out their blood like water all around Jerusalem, and there is no one to bury the dead.
4 We have become a reproach to our neighbors, a scorn and derision to those around us.
5 How long, O LORD? Will You be angry forever? Will Your jealousy burn like fire?
6 Pour out Your wrath on the nations that do not acknowledge You, on the kingdoms that refuse to call on Your name,
7 for they have devoured Jacob and devastated his homeland.
8 Do not hold past sins against us; let Your compassion come quickly, for we are brought low.
9 Help us, O God of our salvation, for the glory of Your name; deliver us and atone for our sins, for the sake of Your name.
10 Why should the nations ask, “Where is their God?” Before our eyes, make known among the nations Your vengeance for the bloodshed of Your servants.
11 May the groans of the captives reach You; by the strength of Your arm preserve those condemned to death.
KJV
For they have devoured Jacob, and laid waste his dwelling place.
ASV
For they have devoured Jacob, And laid waste his habitation.
ERV
For they have devoured Jacob, and laid waste his habitation.
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