Psalms 38:11

My lovers and my friends stand aloof from my sore; and my kinsmen stand afar off.

King James Version
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Other Translations for Psalms 38:11

BSB
My beloved and friends shun my disease, and my kinsmen stand at a distance.
AKJV
My lovers and my friends stand aloof from my sore; and my kinsmen stand afar off.
CPDV
My friends and my neighbors have drawn near and stood against me. And those who were next to me stood far apart. And those who sought my soul used violence.
ERV
My lovers and my friends stand aloof from my plague; and my kinsmen stand afar off.
NHEB
My loved ones and my friends keep their distance because of my affliction. My kinsmen stand far away.
SMT
My heart moved about rapidly, my strength forsook me, and the light of mine eyes also they not with me.

Commentary for Psalms 38:11

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Barnes’ Notes Classic commentary from Albert Barnes Matthew Henry Commentary Classic commentary from Matthew Henry
Overview of Psalms 38:11
Summary
Isolated abandonment by family and close relationships
Event
David's abandonment by loved ones
Estimated Time Period
c. 1000 BC
Category
Lament