Psalms 106:23
Psalms 106:23 in Multiple Translations
So He said He would destroy them— had not Moses His chosen one stood before Him in the breach to divert His wrath from destroying them.
Therefore he said that he would destroy them, had not Moses his chosen stood before him in the breach, to turn away his wrath, lest he should destroy them.
Therefore he said that he would destroy them, Had not Moses his chosen stood before him in the breach, To turn away his wrath, lest he should destroy them.
And he was purposing to put an end to them if Moses, his special servant, had not gone up before him, between him and his people, turning back his wrath, to keep them from destruction.
So he said he was going to destroy them. But Moses, his chosen leader, placed himself between the Lord and the people to persuade the Lord not to destroy them in his anger.
Therefore he minded to destroy them, had not Moses his chosen stand in the breach before him to turne away his wrath, least he shoulde destroy them.
And He saith to destroy them, Unless Moses, His chosen one, Had stood in the breach before Him, To turn back His wrath from destroying.
Therefore he said that he would destroy them, had Moses, his chosen, not stood before him in the breach, to turn away his wrath, so that he wouldn’t destroy them.
Therefore he said that he would destroy them, had not Moses his chosen stood before him in the breach, to turn away his wrath, lest he should destroy them .
They that go down to the sea in ships, doing business in the great waters:
Because of that, God said that he would get rid of the Israelis, but Moses, whom God had chosen to serve him, pleaded with God not to get rid of them. And as a result God did not destroy them.
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Study Notes — Psalms 106:23
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- Psalms 106:23 Summary
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Reflection Questions
- Gill's Exposition on Psalms 106:23
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Psalms 106:23
- Matthew Poole's Commentary on Psalms 106:23
- Trapp's Commentary on Psalms 106:23
- Ellicott's Commentary on Psalms 106:23
- Adam Clarke's Commentary on Psalms 106:23
- Cambridge Bible on Psalms 106:23
- Barnes' Notes on Psalms 106:23
- Whedon's Commentary on Psalms 106:23
- Sermons on Psalms 106:23
Context — Give Thanks to the LORD, for He Is Good
23So He said He would destroy them— had not Moses His chosen one stood before Him in the breach to divert His wrath from destroying them.
24They despised the pleasant land; they did not believe His promise. 25They grumbled in their tents and did not listen to the voice of the LORD.Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
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| 1 | Deuteronomy 9:13–14 | The LORD also said to me, “I have seen this people, and they are indeed a stiff-necked people. Leave Me alone, so that I may destroy them and blot out their name from under heaven. Then I will make you into a nation mightier and greater than they are.” |
| 2 | Deuteronomy 9:25 | So I fell down before the LORD for forty days and forty nights, because the LORD had said He would destroy you. |
| 3 | Ezekiel 22:30 | I searched for a man among them to repair the wall and stand in the gap before Me on behalf of the land, so that I should not destroy it. But I found no one. |
| 4 | James 5:16 | Therefore confess your sins to each other and pray for each other so that you may be healed. The prayer of a righteous man has great power to prevail. |
| 5 | Psalms 105:6 | O offspring of His servant Abraham, O sons of Jacob, His chosen ones. |
| 6 | Matthew 12:18 | “Here is My Servant, whom I have chosen, My beloved, in whom My soul delights. I will put My Spirit on Him, and He will proclaim justice to the nations. |
| 7 | Ezekiel 20:8 | But they rebelled against Me and refused to listen. None of them cast away the abominations before their eyes, and they did not forsake the idols of Egypt. So I resolved to pour out My wrath upon them and vent My anger against them in the land of Egypt. |
| 8 | Ezekiel 13:5 | You did not go up to the gaps or restore the wall around the house of Israel so that it would stand in the battle on the Day of the LORD. |
| 9 | Exodus 32:32 | Yet now, if You would only forgive their sin.... But if not, please blot me out of the book that You have written.” |
| 10 | Numbers 16:5 | Then he said to Korah and all his followers, “Tomorrow morning the LORD will reveal who belongs to Him and who is holy, and He will bring that person near to Himself. The one He chooses, He will bring near to Himself. |
Psalms 106:23 Summary
This verse means that God was so angry with the Israelites because they forgot about all the great things He had done for them, but Moses prayed for them and asked God to spare them. This shows us that God is a God of mercy and love, but also a God of justice, as seen in Psalms 103:8-12. Just like the Israelites, we can forget about God's goodness and mercy, but we can also learn from Moses' example of praying for others and seeking God's mercy, just as it says in Exodus 32:11-14. We should always remember God's great works and seek His mercy and forgiveness when we need it, as encouraged in 1 John 1:9.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why did God want to destroy the Israelites?
God wanted to destroy the Israelites because they forgot Him and His great works, as seen in Psalms 106:21-22, and this forgetfulness led to disobedience and a lack of faith, similar to what is warned against in Deuteronomy 8:11-20.
What does it mean that Moses stood in the breach?
Moses standing in the breach means that he interceded on behalf of the Israelites, pleading with God to spare them from destruction, much like what is described in Exodus 32:11-14 and Numbers 14:13-20, where Moses' prayers turned away God's wrath.
Is God's wrath something to be feared?
Yes, God's wrath is a serious matter, as seen in Psalms 106:23, and it is to be feared, but it is also important to remember that God is a loving and merciful God, as described in Psalms 103:8-12 and Exodus 34:6-7.
Can anyone stand in the breach like Moses?
While we are not Moses, we can intercede for others in prayer, as seen in Ezekiel 22:30, and we can also learn from Moses' example of humility and faithfulness, as described in Numbers 12:3 and Hebrews 11:24-27.
Reflection Questions
- What are some ways that I have forgotten God's works in my life, and how can I remember them?
- How can I, like Moses, stand in the breach for others through prayer and intercession?
- What are some breaches in my life where I need God's mercy and intervention, and how can I seek His help?
- In what ways can I show gratitude for God's mercy and intervention in my life, just as the Israelites were called to do in Psalms 106?
Gill's Exposition on Psalms 106:23
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Psalms 106:23
Matthew Poole's Commentary on Psalms 106:23
Trapp's Commentary on Psalms 106:23
Ellicott's Commentary on Psalms 106:23
Adam Clarke's Commentary on Psalms 106:23
Cambridge Bible on Psalms 106:23
Barnes' Notes on Psalms 106:23
Whedon's Commentary on Psalms 106:23
Sermons on Psalms 106:23
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Exposition on Psalm 107 by St. Augustine | St. Augustine preaches on the mercies of God as seen in the Psalms, emphasizing the importance of experiencing God's goodness personally to truly appreciate His praises. The Psalms |
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Life Changing Message!!@! - His and His Alone by K.P. Yohannan | This sermon emphasizes the radical commitment to following Jesus, illustrated through personal stories of persecution, sacrifice, and unwavering faith. It highlights the importance |
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God Seeks a Man of Prayer by Alan Redpath | In this sermon, the speaker reflects on the lack of justice and salvation in the world, drawing parallels to historical events such as the Vietnam War, the tragedy of the boat peop |
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(The Word for Today) Isaiah 16:1 - Part 2 by Chuck Smith | In this sermon, Pastor Chuck Smith discusses the importance of standing up for Jesus Christ in a fallen world. He emphasizes the need for young adults to abstain from the immoralit |
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The Destiny of Man by David Wilkerson | In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the importance of understanding and fulfilling our destiny as Christians. He explains that our destiny is to live for the glory and honor of |
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Great Prayers of History by F.J. Huegel | In this sermon, the preacher discusses the story of Daniel in the lion's den from the Bible. He highlights how Daniel remained faithful to God and continued to pray despite a decre |
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Apostleship - Part 2 by Norman Grubb | In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the importance of fulfilling the word of God and helping others see their true identity in Christ. They mention that everyone has a role to p |







