Psalms 18:5

The sorrows of hell compassed me about: the snares of death prevented me.

King James Version
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Other Translations for Psalms 18:5

BSB
The cords of Sheol entangled me; the snares of death confronted me.
AKJV
The sorrows of hell compassed me about: the snares of death prevented me.
CPDV
The sorrows of Hell encompassed me, and the snares of death intercepted me.
ERV
The cords of Sheol were round about me: the snares of death came on me.
NHEB
The cords of Sheol were around me. The snares of death came on me.
SMT
The pains of hades surrounded me: the snares of death anticipated me.

Commentary for Psalms 18:5

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Barnes’ Notes Classic commentary from Albert Barnes Matthew Henry Commentary Classic commentary from Matthew Henry
Overview of Psalms 18:5
Summary
Mortal danger threatens from multiple sources
Event
Facing existential threats
Estimated Time Period
c. 1000 BC
Category
Lament