King James Version
Psalms 40:13 in the King James Version says “Be pleased, O LORD, to deliver me: O LORD, make haste to help me.” — study this verse from Psalms chapter 40 with commentary, cross-references, and original Hebrew word analysis.
“Be pleased, O LORD, to deliver me: O LORD, make haste to help me.”
Psalms 40:13 · KJV
Withhold not thou thy tender mercies from me, O LORD: let thy lovingkindness and thy truth continually preserve me.
For innumerable evils have compassed me about: mine iniquities have taken hold upon me, so that I am not able to look up; they are more than the hairs of mine head: therefore my heart faileth me. falleth: Heb. forsaketh
Be pleased, O LORD, to deliver me: O LORD, make haste to help me.
Let them be ashamed and confounded together that seek after my soul to destroy it; let them be driven backward and put to shame that wish me evil.
Let them be desolate for a reward of their shame that say unto me, Aha, aha.
KJV Study — Public Domain
This verse is found in the book of Psalms. Understanding the historical and cultural background helps illuminate its meaning for the original audience and for us today.
Psalms 40:13 contributes to our understanding of God's character and His relationship with humanity. Consider how this verse connects to the broader themes of Scripture.
Verses related to Psalms 40:13 from Treasury of Scripture Knowledge