KJV ORIGINAL
And hide not thy face from thy servant; for I am in trouble: hear me speedily.
Close to the original. Clear modern English.
✦ MADE SIMPLE
Don't turn your face away from me, your servant; I'm in serious trouble, so please answer me quickly.
⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE
The writer is desperately asking God not to ignore him during his crisis and to respond to his prayer right away.
📚 Historical Context
This psalm is attributed to David and reflects the deep anguish of someone facing overwhelming opposition and suffering. In ancient Hebrew culture, God 'hiding his face' meant withdrawing his favor and presence, which was considered the most terrifying experience possible. The urgency of the plea suggests David was facing immediate danger, possibly from enemies or personal crisis.
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