Psalms 88:9
The Scripture
(9) Mine eye mourneth by reason of affliction: LORD, I have called daily upon thee, I have stretched out my hands unto thee.
Chapter overview (whole chapter)
The psalmist mourns the loss of his beloved and the impending doom that follows his sin, expressing deep sorrow and questioning God’s justice. He cries out for mercy, acknowledging his own unworthiness while still trusting in God’s righteousness. The chapter ends with a plea for deliverance and a reminder of God’s enduring love.
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Treasury of Scripture Knowledge
Psalms 38:10Psalms 42:3Psalms 102:9Job 16:20Job 17:7Lamentations 3:48Lamentations 3:49John 11:35Psalms 88:1Psalms 55:17Psalms 86:3Psalms 44:20
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