Evening, and morning, and at noon, will I pray, and cry aloud: and he shall hear my voice.
In the evening, in the morning, and at noon, I will pray and cry out loud to God, and he will hear my voice.
The writer is committing to pray to God three times every day, trusting that God will listen and respond to his prayers.
📚 Historical Context
In the biblical narrative, Psalm 55 is attributed to King David, who wrote it during a time of deep personal distress and betrayal by a close friend, reflecting the dangers he faced as a leader in ancient Israel. Jewish culture in that era valued structured prayer times, such as morning, evening, and noon, as a way to maintain spiritual rhythm and seek God's intervention in daily life. This verse highlights David's commitment to persistent prayer, assuring himself that God would respond to his cries.
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