Psalms 51:1
The Scripture
(1) To the chief Musician, A Psalm of David, when Nathan the prophet came unto him, after he had gone in to Bathsheba. Have mercy upon me, O God, according to thy lovingkindness: according unto the multitude of thy tender mercies blot out my transgressions.
Chapter overview (whole chapter)
The psalmist confesses his deep sin and pities himself, asking God to cleanse his heart and renew his spirit. He prays for a pure soul and for God's mercy to replace his guilt.
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