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Date | Original Topic | 17th January 2005 | The Psalms By Tony Jones In the film Zulu Colour Sergeant Bourne,when in the hospital with Witt,discusses and relates part of a Psalm 'He breaketh the bow and snappeth the spear asunder.'Does anyone know what number this Psalm is in the Bible,as i find it's inclusion in the film very interesting.Thanks | Date | Replies | 17th January 2005 | Alan Critchley Tony, I think it's 46.
Alan | 17th January 2005 | Julian whybra Correct. Verse 46, lines 9-11(with words left out) to be precise.
Selah | 17th January 2005 | Tony Jones Cheers Chaps,
it is indeed Psalm 46.The psalm gets a second mention in the film where 'The Lord of hosts is with us ' line is used.This is intelligent use of artistic licence,i feel,irregardless of whether anyone said the psalm or not,much better than some of the liberties excercised in the making of the film. | 19th January 2005 | Mark If I may state an opinion...
This is a film I find hard to admire due to its laughable departure from the truth. However, the use of the Psalm prior to battle is truly an inspired piece of dramatic writing. |
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