Psalms 42:9

I will say unto God my rock, Why hast thou forgotten me? why go I mourning because of the oppression of the enemy?

King James Version
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Other Translations for Psalms 42:9

BSB
I say to God my Rock, "Why have You forgotten me? Why must I walk in sorrow because of the enemy's oppression?"
AKJV
I will say to God my rock, Why have you forgotten me? why go I mourning because of the oppression of the enemy?
CPDV
I will say to God, "You are my supporter. Why have you forgotten me? And why do I walk in mourning, while my adversary afflicts me?"
ERV
I will say unto God my rock, Why hast thou forgotten me? why go I mourning because of the oppression of the enemy?
NHEB
I will ask God, my Rock, "Why have you forgotten me? Why do I go mourning because of the oppression of the enemy?"
SMT
I will say to God my rock, Wherefore didst thou forget me? wherefore darkened shall I go for the oppression of the enemy?

Commentary for Psalms 42:9

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Barnes’ Notes Classic commentary from Albert Barnes Matthew Henry Commentary Classic commentary from Matthew Henry
Overview of Psalms 42:9
Summary
Questioning why divine aid seems withdrawn
Event
Crying out against enemy pressure
Estimated Time Period
c. 1000 BC
Category
Lament