Psalms 10:1

Why standest thou afar off, O LORD? why hidest thou thyself in times of trouble?

King James Version
View Chapter

Other Translations for Psalms 10:1

BSB
Why, O LORD, do You stand far off? Why do You hide in times of trouble?
AKJV
Why stand you afar off, O LORD? why hide you yourself in times of trouble?
CPDV
So then, why, O Lord, have you withdrawn far away? Why have you overlooked us in opportunity, in tribulation?
ERV
Why standest thou afar off, O LORD? why hidest thou thyself in times of trouble?
NHEB
Why do you stand far off, LORD? Why do you hide yourself in times of trouble?
SMT
Wherefore, O Jehovah, wilt thou stand afar off? wilt thou hide for times in straits?

Word Study (Strong’s) for Psalms 10:1

WhystandestH5975VerbthouafaroffH7350OLORDH3068Proper NamewhyhidestH5956VerbthouthyselfintimesH6256Noun FeminineoftroubleH6869Noun Feminine

Commentary for Psalms 10:1

Please note: this is not Scripture

These study resources are provided for informational purposes only. They reflect human interpretation, are subject to human error, and should not be considered divinely inspired or authoritative.

Barnes’ Notes Classic commentary from Albert Barnes Matthew Henry Commentary Classic commentary from Matthew Henry
Overview of Psalms 10:1
Summary
Questioning God's distance during hardship
Event
Expressing confusion about God's distance
Estimated Time Period
c. 1000 BC
Category
Lament