But thou, O Lord, art a God full of compassion, and gracious, long suffering, and plenteous in mercy and truth.
But you, O Lord, are a God full of compassion and grace, patient with us, and overflowing with mercy and truth.
The writer is declaring that God's character is defined by His deep compassion, endless patience, abundant mercy, and complete truthfulness.
📚 Historical Context
Psalms 86 is a prayer of David, where he seeks God's mercy and protection during times of trouble, likely reflecting his experiences with enemies and personal crises in ancient Israel. In this verse, David highlights God's unchanging character as a response to his pleas, drawing from earlier revelations of God's nature in the Old Testament, such as in Exodus 34:6. This reflects the ancient Israelite understanding of God as a faithful covenant keeper who remains compassionate amid human suffering.
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