Psalms 79:8

O remember not against us former iniquities: let thy tender mercies speedily prevent us: for we are brought very low.

King James Version
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Other Translations for Psalms 79:8

BSB
Do not hold past sins against us; let Your compassion come quickly, for we are brought low.
AKJV
O remember not against us former iniquities: let your tender mercies speedily prevent us: for we are brought very low.
CPDV
Do not remember our iniquities of the past. May your mercies quickly intercept us, for we have become exceedingly poor.
ERV
Remember not against us the iniquities of our forefathers: let thy tender mercies speedily prevent us: for we are brought very low.
NHEB
Do not hold the iniquities of our forefathers against us. Let your tender mercies speedily meet us, for we are in desperate need.
SMT
Thou wilt not remember against us former iniquities: thy compassions shall quickly anticipate us, for we were greatly weak:

Commentary for Psalms 79:8

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Barnes’ Notes Classic commentary from Albert Barnes Matthew Henry Commentary Classic commentary from Matthew Henry
Overview of Psalms 79:8
Summary
Request forgiveness and urgent divine assistance
Event
Plea for merciful deliverance
Estimated Time Period
c. 586 BC
Category
Prayer