Psalms 51:3

For I acknowledge my transgressions: and my sin is ever before me.

King James Version
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Other Translations for Psalms 51:3

BSB
For I know my transgressions, and my sin is always before me.
AKJV
For I acknowledge my transgressions: and my sin is ever before me.
CPDV
For I know my iniquity, and my sin is ever before me.
ERV
For I acknowledge my transgressions: and my sin is ever before me.
NHEB
For I know my transgressions. My sin is constantly before me.
SMT
For I shall know my transgression, and my sin is always before me.

Commentary for Psalms 51:3

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Barnes’ Notes Classic commentary from Albert Barnes Matthew Henry Commentary Classic commentary from Matthew Henry
Overview of Psalms 51:3
Summary
Confessing ongoing awareness of personal failure
Event
David acknowledging constant guilt
Estimated Time Period
c. 1000 BC
Category
Prayer