Psalm 102:19

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

Modern
For He looked down from the heights of His sanctuary; the LORD gazed out from heaven to earth
Traditional
For he hath looked down from the height of his sanctuary; from heaven did the Lord behold the earth;
Literal
For He looked down from the height of His sanctuary, YHWH looked out from the heavens to the earth,
Latin
Quia prospexit de excelso sancto suo; Dominus de cælo in terram aspexit:

Original

Hebrew
English
For He looked down from the heights of His sanctuary; the LORD gazed out from heaven to earth

Notes

His sanctuary refers to God's holy place in heaven (see Psalm 92:8–10).

The Lord will show mercy. Both Jews and Gentiles will worship him.

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

Church: Prophecies Concerning Prosperity of Church: Unclassified Scriptures Relating To Gentiles: Prophecies of the Conversion of God: Preserver Heaven: God's Dwelling Place Holy of Holies: A Type of Heaven Prayer: Answer To, Promise Prisoners of War: Consolations For Thankfulness: Exemplified