Psalms 28:2 Made Simple

KJV ORIGINAL

Hear the voice of my supplications, when I cry unto thee, when I lift up my hands toward thy holy oracle.

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✦ MADE SIMPLE

Listen to my prayers when I cry out to You, when I raise my hands toward Your holy place.

⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE

David is desperately calling out to God in prayer, lifting his hands toward the temple as he begs for God to hear and answer him.

📚 Historical Context

This psalm was likely written by David during a time of personal crisis or threat. The 'holy oracle' refers to the Most Holy Place in the temple (or tabernacle), where God's presence dwelt above the ark of the covenant. Lifting hands toward the temple was a common posture of prayer and worship in ancient Israel.

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