Psalm 102:17

The Prayer of the Afflicted · Psalm 102:1–28
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Translations

Modern
He will turn toward the prayer of the destitute; He will not despise their prayer.
Traditional
He will regard the prayer of the destitute, and not despise their prayer.
Literal
He has turned toward the prayer of the destitute, and He will not despise their prayer.
Latin
Respexit in orationem humilium et non sprevit precem eorum.

Original

Hebrew
English
He will turn toward the prayer of the destitute; He will not despise their prayer.

Notes

The people of Israel were very poor and vulnerable (destitute) during the exile.

The topic changes from the psalmist’s troubles to the Lord’s glory. A vision of the Lord’s compassionate kingship gives him confidence in Zion’s future.

A weak and suffering person prays for the Lord's mercy on Jerusalem and for his presence with its people.

Glossary

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Topics

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