The In-Dept Study of the Bible
Psalms 142
A contemplation by David, when he was in
the cave. A Prayer.
1 I cry with my voice to Yahweh.
With my voice, I ask Yahweh for
mercy.
2 I pour out my complaint before him.
I tell him my troubles.
3 When my spirit was over whelmed within
me, you knew my route. On the path in which I walk,
they have hidden a snare for me.
4 Look on my right, and see;
for there is no one who is concerned
for me. Refuge has fled from me.
No one cares for my soul.
5 I cried to you, Yahweh.
I said, “You are my refuge,
my portion in the land of the living.”
6 Listen to my cry,
for I am in desperate need.
Deliver me from my persecutors,
for they are too strong for me.
7 Bring my soul out of prison,
that I may give thanks to your name.
The righteous will surround me,
for you will be good to me.