Psalms 79:9

Help us, O God of our salvation, for the glory of thy name: and deliver us, and purge away our sins, for thy name's sake.

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Other Translations for Psalms 79:9

BSB
Help us, O God of our salvation, for the glory of Your name; deliver us and atone for our sins, for the sake of Your name.
AKJV
Help us, O God of our salvation, for the glory of your name: and deliver us, and purge away our sins, for your name's sake.
CPDV
Help us, O God, our Savior. And free us, Lord, for the glory of your name. And forgive us our sins for the sake of your name.
ERV
Help us, O God of our salvation, for the glory of thy name: and deliver us, and purge away our sins, for thy name's sake.
NHEB
Help us, God of our salvation, for the glory of your name. Deliver us, and forgive our sins, for your name's sake.
SMT
Help us, O God; save us, for the word of the glory of thy name: and deliver us, and cover our sins for sake of thy name.

Commentary for Psalms 79:9

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Barnes’ Notes Classic commentary from Albert Barnes Matthew Henry Commentary Classic commentary from Matthew Henry
Overview of Psalms 79:9
Summary
Appeal for rescue and purification through honor
Event
Request divine intervention and cleansing
Estimated Time Period
c. 586 BC
Category
Prayer