KJV ORIGINAL
Hear, O LORD, and have mercy upon me: LORD, be thou my helper.
Close to the original. Clear modern English.
✦ MADE SIMPLE
Listen, LORD, and show me mercy. LORD, please be my helper.
⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE
The writer is crying out to God, asking Him to listen to his desperate plea and to be merciful and helpful in his time of need.
📚 Historical Context
This psalm is attributed to David and was likely written during a time of personal crisis or illness. The superscription indicates it was for the dedication of the house, possibly referring to David's palace or the temple site. Throughout this psalm, David moves from desperation to praise, showing his journey through suffering to restoration.
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