Psalm 106:40
“Therefore was the wrath of the Lord kindled against his people, insomuch that he abhorred his own inheritance.”
KJV
Read in Psalm 106Meaning
The severe covenant language follows idolatry and innocent bloodshed; it is part of Israel's own confession, not permission for outsiders to despise Israel.
Compromise, idolatry, violence, and oppression
The psalm recounts Israel's assimilation to surrounding worship, sacrifice of children, moral corruption, and repeated subjection to enemies.
Read carefully
The psalm is Israel's own covenant confession and cannot be weaponized for antisemitism.
Reflection
Reject defensive exceptionalism and face wrongdoing honestly.