Psalms 40:17

But I am poor and needy; yet the Lord thinketh upon me: thou art my help and my deliverer; make no tarrying, O my God.

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Other Translations for Psalms 40:17

BSB
But I am poor and needy; may the Lord think of me. You are my helper and deliverer; O my God, do not delay.
AKJV
But I am poor and needy; yet the Lord thinks on me: you are my help and my deliverer; make no tarrying, O my God.
CPDV
But I am a beggar and poor. The Lord has been concerned about me. You are my helper and my protector. My God, do not delay.
ERV
But I am poor and needy; yet the Lord thinketh upon me: thou art my help and my deliverer; make no tarrying, O my God.
NHEB
But I am poor and needy. May the Lord think about me. You are my help and my deliverer. Do not delay, my God.
SMT
And I am poor and needy, Jehovah will think upon me: thou my help and my deliverer; thou will not delay, O my God.

Commentary for Psalms 40:17

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Barnes’ Notes Classic commentary from Albert Barnes Matthew Henry Commentary Classic commentary from Matthew Henry
Overview of Psalms 40:17
Summary
Needy person requests swift divine assistance
Event
Requesting quick aid
Estimated Time Period
c. 1000 BC
Category
Prayer