KJV ORIGINAL
I am weary of my crying: my throat is dried: mine eyes fail while I wait for my God.
Close to the original. Clear modern English.
✦ MADE SIMPLE
I am exhausted from crying out for help. My throat is dry from calling out, and my eyes are worn out from looking and waiting for my God to answer.
⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE
The writer is expressing deep exhaustion and weariness from crying out to God for help, yet continues to wait for God's response.
📚 Historical Context
This psalm is traditionally attributed to David during a time of severe distress, possibly when he was fleeing from enemies or facing betrayal. The imagery of being overwhelmed by troubles was a common way ancient Hebrew poets expressed intense suffering. This particular psalm is also considered messianic, as several verses are quoted in the New Testament in reference to Jesus' suffering.
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