Psalms 69:2
“I sink in deep mire, where there is no standing: I am come into deep waters, where the floods overflow me.”
Psalms 69:2 in 8 translations
- KJVKing James Version
- I sink in deep mire, where there is no standing: I am come into deep waters, where the floods overflow me.
- DRADouay–Rheims
- I stick fast in the mire of the deep: and there is no sure standing. I am come into the depth of the sea: and a tempest hath overwhelmed me.
- ASVAmerican Standard Version
- I sink in deep mire, where there is no standing: I am come into deep waters, where the floods overflow me.
- DARBYDarby
- I sink in deep mire, where there is no standing; I am come into the depths of waters, and the flood overfloweth me.
- WEBThe World English Bible
- I sink in deep mire, where there is no foothold. I have come into deep waters, where the floods overflow me.
- YLTYoung's Literal Translation
- I have sunk in deep mire, And there is no standing, I have come into the depths of the waters, And a flood hath overflown me.
- BPVBiblePics Version
- I sink in deep mire, where there is no standing: I am come into deep waters, where the floods overflow me.
- BPVBiblePics Version
- I sink in deep mire, where there is no standing: I am come into deep waters, where the floods overflow me.
Context: Psalms 69
1{To the chief Musician upon Shoshannim, A Psalm of David.} Save me, O God; for the waters are come in unto my soul.
2I sink in deep mire, where there is no standing: I am come into deep waters, where the floods overflow me.
3I am weary of my crying: my throat is dried: mine eyes fail while I wait for my God.
4They that hate me without a cause are more than the hairs of mine head: they that would destroy me, being mine enemies wrongfully, are mighty: then I restored that which I took not away.
About Psalms 69: Cry for Help in Distress
In Psalm 69, the psalmist cries out to God in distress, feeling overwhelmed by the troubles and enemies who surround him. He begs God to save him, to not let him sink in the deep waters, and to turn his enemies back. The psalmist expresses his frustration and sorrow, feeling like he has been shamed and rejected by those who should have been his friends. Despite this, he puts his hope and trust in God, recognizing that God is the one who can deliver him.
Commentary
Psalm 69 paints a vivid picture of the emotional turmoil that often accompanies difficult circumstances. The psalmist's raw and honest expression of his feelings serves as a model for us in times of distress, reminding us that we can bring our brokenness and pain to God in prayer. This psalm also highlights the important theme of trust in God, even in the midst of trials. The psalmist's confidence in God's power to save and deliver him is an encouragement for us to cling to God's promises and to seek refuge in Him. Overall, Psalm 69 teaches us to turn to God in our darkest moments and to trust in His unfailing love and faithfulness.