KJV ORIGINAL
Mine eyes fail for thy salvation, and for the word of thy righteousness.
Close to the original. Clear modern English.
✦ MADE SIMPLE
My eyes grow weary from looking and waiting for your salvation, and for your righteous word to be fulfilled.
⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE
The writer is expressing how exhausted he is from waiting and watching for God to rescue him and fulfill His promises.
📚 Historical Context
Psalm 119 is the longest chapter in the Bible, written as an acrostic poem praising God's law and word. This verse comes from a section where the psalmist is likely experiencing persecution or distress, possibly during the exile period when faithful Jews were suffering under foreign oppression. The phrase 'eyes fail' was a common Hebrew expression for being worn out from intense watching or weeping.
Ask the AI Assistant
Have a question about this chapter or verse? Ask below for a clear explanation.
Share or Save