KJV ORIGINAL
Mine eyes fail for thy word, saying, When wilt thou comfort me?
Close to the original. Clear modern English.
✦ MADE SIMPLE
My eyes grow tired from looking for your word, asking, 'When will you comfort me?'
⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE
The writer is expressing deep longing and weariness as they wait for God's comfort and promises to come true.
📚 Historical Context
Psalm 119 is the longest chapter in the Bible, with each section focusing on God's word and law. This verse comes from a section where the psalmist is experiencing distress and persecution, likely written during Israel's exile or a time of national suffering. The imagery of 'failing eyes' suggests someone who has been watching and waiting so long that they're physically and emotionally exhausted.
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