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Psalms 73:21 Cross-References
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“Thus my heart was grieved, and I was pricked in my reins.”
Psalms 73:21 (KJV)
Commentary on Psalms 73:21
The psalmist confesses: 'Thus my heart was grieved, and I was pricked in my reins.' The emotional turmoil ('grieved') and visceral pain ('pricked in my reins'—kidneys, seat of deepest feelings) describe the agony of his theological crisis. Doubting God's justice caused profound internal suffering. This validates that spiritual struggles affect us emotionally and physically. Yet this pain drove him to God's sanctuary for answers, making the grief productive rather than destructive.
Source: KJV Study Commentary
Cross-References for Psalms 73:21
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“and wait patiently for him. Don't fret because of him who prospers in his way”
“when I saw the prosperity of the wicked.”
“He hath caused the arrows of his quiver to enter into my reins.”
“and does not spare. He pours out my gall on the ground.”
“neither be envious against those who work unrighteousness.”