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Psalms 102:7 Cross-References
Explore 8 cross-references for Psalms 102:7 from the Treasury of Scripture Knowledge, connecting Psalms chapter 102 verse 7 to related passages throughout the Bible.
“I watch, and am as a sparrow alone upon the house top.”
Psalms 102:7 (KJV)
Commentary on Psalms 102:7
Sleeplessness (shaqad) due to distress intensifies suffering; the sparrow 'alone upon the house top' emphasizes vulnerability and exposure. Sparrows typically flock together; a solitary sparrow faces danger. This image of watchful isolation resonates with Christ's experience in Gethsemane when His disciples slept and He faced His agony alone (Mark 14:37-40). The Reformed doctrine of union with Christ means believers share in His sufferings (Phil 3:10) but are never truly alone (Heb 13:5).
Source: KJV Study Commentary
Cross-References for Psalms 102:7
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“Thou holdest mine eyes waking: I am so troubled that I cannot speak.”
“My lovers and my friends stand aloof from my sore; and my kinsmen stand afar off.”
“because he has laid it on him.”
“James”
“I cry in the daytime”
“'My bed shall comfort me. My couch shall ease my complaint;'”
“My soul waiteth for the Lord more than they that watch for the morning: I say”
“and shall have no assurance of your life.”