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Psalms, 38

1. (To the choir-master, Idithun. A psalm. Of David.)

2. It was my resolve to live watchfully, and never use my tongue amiss; still, while I was in the presence of sinners, I kept my mouth gagged,

3. dumb and patient, impotent for good. But indignation came back,

4. and my heart burned within me, the fire kindled by my thoughts,

5. so that at last I kept silence no longer.Lord, warn me of my end, and how few my days are; teach me to know my own insufficiency.

6. See how thou hast measured my years with a brief span, how my life is nothing in thy reckoning! Nay, what is any man living but a breath that passes?

7. Truly man walks the world like a shadow; with what vain anxiety he hoards up riches, when he cannot tell who will have the counting of them!

8. What hope then is mine, Lord? In thee alone I trust.

9. Clear me of that manifold guilt which makes me the laughing-stock of fools,

10. tongue-tied and uncomplaining, because I know that my troubles come from thee;

11. spare me this punishment; I faint under thy powerful hand.

12. When thou dost chasten man to punish his sins, gone is all he loved, as if the moth had fretted it away; a breath that passes, and no more.

13. Listen, Lord, to my prayer, let my cry reach thy hearing, and my tears win answer. What am I in thy sight but a passer-by, a wanderer, as all my fathers were?

14. Thy frown relax, give me some breath of comfort, before I go away and am known no more.


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38:1-2 - The psalmist cries out to God for help, acknowledging his suffering and need for mercy. Awareness of sin is central, showing that repentance is necessary for restoration (see also Psalm 51:1-2 and 1 John 1:9).

38:3-4 - The psalmist's description of physical and emotional pain reveals the depth of suffering caused by sin. This connection between sin and suffering is a reality in human experience (see also Psalm 32:3-4 and Proverbs 13:15).

38:9-10 - Acknowledging pain and anguish is a crucial part of lament. The psalmist turns to God for relief, exemplifying honesty in prayer in the face of suffering (see also Psalm 130:1-2 and Romans 8:26).

38:15-16 - Hope in the Lord and asking for help reflect a resilient faith, even in difficult times. The psalmist trusts in God's answer, an important theme in prayer (see also Psalm 27:14 and Hebrews 4:16).

38:21-22 - The request not to be abandoned emphasizes the need for divine presence and support. This cry echoes the human experience of loneliness and the search for comfort in God (see also Psalm 10:1 and Psalm 42:5).

Versi relativi a Psalms, 38:

Psalm 38 is an intense plea for mercy. How does the psalmist deal with the suffering caused by sin? This penitential psalm of David expresses deep physical and spiritual anguish, recognizing sin as the root of his affliction. The text addresses themes such as divine discipline, social isolation due to sin and hope in God's compassion. Psalm 38 offers comfort to those who repent. Study with us five biblical passages that relate to the repentance expressed in this moving psalm.

2 Corinthians 7:10: "For godly sorrow produces repentance that leads to salvation and not remorse, but worldly sorrow produces death." - This passage reflects the deep repentance expressed in Psalm 38.

Isaiah 53:5: "But he was pierced for our transgressions, he was crushed for our iniquities; the punishment that brought us peace was upon him, and by his wounds we were healed." - This Messianic verse echoes the afflictions described in Psalm 38:5-8.

Romans 8:26: "In the same way the Spirit helps us in our weakness, because we do not know how to pray in the way we need. But the Spirit himself intercedes for us with inexpressible groans." - It relates to the groanings and anguish expressed in Psalms 38:9-10.

Luke 23:49: "But all who knew him, including the women who had followed him from Galilee, stood afar off, watching these things." - This crucifixion scene reflects the distancing from friends mentioned in Psalm 38:11.

1 Peter 2:23: "When insulted, he did not retaliate; When he suffered, he did not threaten, but surrendered himself to the one who judges justly." - This verse about Christ echoes the psalmist's attitude in Psalm 38:13-14.

FAQ:

How does Psalm 38 express David's suffering?

Psalm 38 expresses the physical and spiritual suffering of David, who feels oppressed by sin and God's wrath, but seeks divine mercy. (Psalm 38:3-6)

What is the role of repentance in Psalm 38?

Repentance is essential in Psalm 38. David acknowledges his sins, asks God for forgiveness, and seeks to restore his relationship with the Lord. (Psalm 38:18)

How does Psalm 38 describe trusting God in the face of pain?

Psalm 38 shows that even in the midst of suffering, David trusts in God, asks for help, and believes that God will hear and restore him. (Psalm 38:15-22)

What does "do not depart from me, Lord" mean?

This phrase reflects David's cry for closeness to God in times of distress. He seeks God's presence as a source of healing and help. (Psalm 38:21-22)

Does Psalm 38 show any signs of hope?

Yes, despite his anguish, David expresses confidence in God’s salvation, hoping that He, in His mercy, will deliver him from suffering. (Psalm 38:21-22)


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