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Psalms 142:2 Cross-References
Explore 9 cross-references for Psalms 142:2 from the Treasury of Scripture Knowledge, connecting Psalms chapter 142 verse 2 to related passages throughout the Bible.
“I poured out my complaint before him; I shewed before him my trouble.”
Psalms 142:2 (KJV)
Commentary on Psalms 142:2
I poured out my complaint before him; I shewed before him my trouble. The Hebrew verb shaphak (שָׁפַךְ), translated "poured out," conveys unrestrained emotional expression—literally to pour out like water. David holds nothing back before God, modeling honest prayer that doesn't hide distress behind pious platitudes. The parallel structure—"poured out my complaint" (siach, שִׂיחַ) and "shewed...my trouble" (tsarah, צָרָה)—emphasizes complete transparency.This verse assumes a foundational truth: God welcomes raw honesty. The Psalms consistently demonstrate that authentic lament is not unbelief b...
Source: KJV Study Commentary
Cross-References for Psalms 142:2
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“the Spirit also helps our weaknesses”
“in trouble they have visited you. They poured out a prayer when your chastening was on them.”
“but in everything”
“you people. Pour out your heart before him. God is a refuge for us. Selah.”
“in the days of his flesh”
“when he is overwhelmed and pours out his complaint before Yahweh.>> Hear my prayer”
“The sorrows of death compassed me”
“No”
“and pour out my soul within me”