Psalms 13:3

Consider and hear me, O LORD my God: lighten mine eyes, lest I sleep the sleep of death;

King James Version
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Other Translations for Psalms 13:3

BSB
Consider me and respond, O LORD my God. Give light to my eyes, lest I sleep in death,
AKJV
Consider and hear me, O LORD my God: lighten my eyes, lest I sleep the sleep of death;
CPDV
How long will my enemy be exalted over me?
ERV
Consider and answer me, O LORD my God: lighten mine eyes, lest I sleep the sleep of death;
NHEB
Look, and answer me, LORD, my God. Give light to my eyes, lest I sleep in death;
SMT
How long shall I put counsels in my soul, grief in my heart the day? how long shall mine enemy rise up against me?

Commentary for Psalms 13:3

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Barnes’ Notes Classic commentary from Albert Barnes Matthew Henry Commentary Classic commentary from Matthew Henry
Overview of Psalms 13:3
Summary
Plea for divine attention before death comes
Event
David begs God for immediate help
Estimated Time Period
c. 1000 BC
Category
Prayer