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Psalms 13 (ASV) — Full Text, Hebrew Interlinear & Cross-References

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How long, O Jehovah? wilt thou forget me for ever? How long wilt thou hide thy face from me?

How long shall I take counsel in my soul, Having sorrow in my heart all the day? How long shall mine enemy be exalted over me?

Consider and answer me, O Jehovah my God: Lighten mine eyes, lest I sleep the'sleep of death;

Lest mine enemy say, I have prevailed against him; Lest mine adversaries rejoice when I am moved.

But I have trusted in thy lovingkindness; My heart shall rejoice in thy salvation.

I will sing unto Jehovah, Because he hath dealt bountifully with me.

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About Psalms 13

How long, LORD? Feeling forgotten, David petitions, regains trust, and ends by singing of God’s salvation.

Historical context

Author: David
Written: c. 1000 BC (David's lifetime)
Location: Ancient Israel
Setting: Individual and small-group worship

Personal laments and praises expressing trust in God.

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