Psalms 38:5

My wounds stink and are corrupt because of my foolishness.

King James Version
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Other Translations for Psalms 38:5

BSB
My wounds are foul and festering because of my sinful folly.
AKJV
My wounds stink and are corrupt because of my foolishness.
CPDV
My sores have putrefied and been corrupted before the face of my foolishness.
ERV
My wounds stink and are corrupt, because of my foolishness.
NHEB
My wounds are loathsome and corrupt, because of my foolishness.
SMT
For mine iniquities passed over my head: as a heavy lifting up they will be loaded above me.

Commentary for Psalms 38:5

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Barnes’ Notes Classic commentary from Albert Barnes Matthew Henry Commentary Classic commentary from Matthew Henry
Overview of Psalms 38:5
Summary
Physical wounds deteriorating from foolish actions
Event
David's wounds rotting from folly
Estimated Time Period
c. 1000 BC
Category
Lament