KJV ORIGINAL
For thy name’s sake, O LORD, pardon mine iniquity; for it is great.
Close to the original. Clear modern English.
✦ MADE SIMPLE
For the sake of your reputation, O LORD, forgive my wrongdoing, even though it is great.
⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE
The writer is asking God to forgive his serious sins not because he deserves it, but because God's character is merciful and forgiving.
📚 Historical Context
This psalm is attributed to David, likely written during a time of personal crisis when he was deeply aware of his sins. In ancient Hebrew culture, a person's 'name' represented their entire character and reputation. David is appealing to God's well-known nature as a merciful and forgiving God.
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