Psalms 69:25
“Let their habitation be desolate; and let none dwell in their tents.”
Psalms 69:25 in 8 translations
- KJVKing James Version
- Let their habitation be desolate; and let none dwell in their tents.
- DRADouay–Rheims
- Let their habitation be made desolate: and let there be none to dwell in their tabernacles.
- ASVAmerican Standard Version
- Let their habitation be desolate; Let none dwell in their tents.
- DARBYDarby
- Let their habitation be desolate; let there be no dweller in their tents.
- WEBThe World English Bible
- Let their habitation be desolate. Let no one dwell in their tents.
- YLTYoung's Literal Translation
- Their tower is desolated, In their tents there is no dweller.
- BPVBiblePics Version
- Let their habitation be desolate; and let none dwell in their tents.
- BPVBiblePics Version
- Let their habitation be desolate; and let none dwell in their tents.
Context: Psalms 69
23Let their eyes be darkened, that they see not; and make their loins continually to shake.
24Pour out thine indignation upon them, and let thy wrathful anger take hold of them.
25Let their habitation be desolate; and let none dwell in their tents.
26For they persecute him whom thou hast smitten; and they talk to the grief of those whom thou hast wounded.
27Add iniquity unto their iniquity: and let them not come into thy righteousness.
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.