Psalms 142:2
Psalms 142:2 in Multiple Translations
I pour out my complaint before Him; I reveal my trouble to Him.
I poured out my complaint before him; I shewed before him my trouble.
I pour out my complaint before him; I show before him my trouble.
I put all my sorrows before him; and made clear to him all my trouble.
I pour out my complaints before him; I tell him what's troubling me.
I powred out my meditation before him, and declared mine affliction in his presence.
I pour forth before Him my meditation, My distress before Him I declare.
I pour out my complaint before him. I tell him my troubles.
I poured out my complaint before him; I showed before him my trouble.
And enter not into judgment with thy servant: for in thy sight no man living shall be justified.
I am bringing to you all my problems; I am telling you all my troubles/difficulties.
Berean Amplified Bible — Psalms 142:2
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Psalms 142:2 Interlinear (Deep Study)
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ק֭וֹלִ/י
אֶל
יְהוָ֣ה
אֶזְעָ֑ק
ק֝וֹלִ֗/י
אֶל
יְהוָ֥ה
אֶתְחַנָּֽן
ק֭וֹלִ/י
qôwl
H6963
voice
N-ms | Suff
אֶל
ʼêl
H413
to(wards)
Prep
יְהוָ֣ה
Yᵉhôvâh
H3068
The Lord
N-proper
אֶזְעָ֑ק
zâʻaq
H2199
to cry out
V-Qal-Imperf-1cs
ק֝וֹלִ֗/י
qôwl
H6963
voice
N-ms | Suff
אֶל
ʼêl
H413
to(wards)
Prep
יְהוָ֥ה
Yᵉhôvâh
H3068
The Lord
N-proper
אֶתְחַנָּֽן
chânan
H2603
be gracious
V-Hithpael-Imperf-1cs
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Hebrew Word Reference — Psalms 142:2
ק֭וֹלִ/י
qôwl
H6963
"voice"
N-ms | Suff
A voice or sound, it can refer to the sound of a person speaking, an animal, or a musical instrument. In the Bible, it is often used to describe God's voice or the sound of praise and worship.
Definition: : sound/noise 1) voice, sound, noise 1a) voice 1b) sound (of instrument)
Usage: Occurs in 436 OT verses. KJV: [phrase] aloud, bleating, crackling, cry ([phrase] out), fame, lightness, lowing, noise, [phrase] hold peace, (pro-) claim, proclamation, [phrase] sing, sound, [phrase] spark, thunder(-ing), voice, [phrase] yell. See also: Genesis 3:8; Judges 5:11; Job 4:10.
אֶל
ʼêl
H413
"to(wards)"
Prep
This Hebrew word means 'to' or 'toward', showing direction or movement. It appears in many books, including Genesis and Exodus, to indicate where someone is going. The KJV translates it in various ways, like 'about', 'according to', or 'against'.
Definition: 1) to, toward, unto (of motion) 2) into (limit is actually entered) 2a) in among 3) toward (of direction, not necessarily physical motion) 4) against (motion or direction of a hostile character) 5) in addition to, to 6) concerning, in regard to, in reference to, on account of 7) according to (rule or standard) 8) at, by, against (of one's presence) 9) in between, in within, to within, unto (idea of motion to)
Usage: Occurs in 4205 OT verses. KJV: about, according to, after, against, among, as for, at, because(-fore, -side), both...and, by, concerning, for, from, [idiom] hath, in(-to), near, (out) of, over, through, to(-ward), under, unto, upon, whether, with(-in). See also: Genesis 1:9; Genesis 21:14; Genesis 31:13.
יְהוָ֣ה
Yᵉhôvâh
H3068
"The Lord"
N-proper
Yehovah is another name for God, often translated as 'the Lord'. It is a national name for God in the Jewish faith. This name is used throughout the Old Testament.
Definition: Another name of ye.ru.sha.laim (יְרוּשָׁלִַ֫ם, יְרוּשְׁלֵם "Jerusalem" H3389)
Usage: Occurs in 5522 OT verses. KJV: Jehovah, the Lord. Compare H3050 (יָהּ), H3069 (יְהֹוִה). See also: Genesis 2:4; Genesis 24:42; Exodus 8:8.
אֶזְעָ֑ק
zâʻaq
H2199
"to cry out"
V-Qal-Imperf-1cs
This verb means to cry out for help or announce something publicly, often in a loud voice, like a herald calling people together. It is used in the Bible to describe people crying out to God for aid. It can also mean to summon or assemble people.
Definition: 1) to cry, cry out, call, call for help 1a) (Qal) 1a1) to call (to one's aid) 1a2) to cry, cry out (in need) 1b) (Niphal) to be assembled, be called together, be joined together 1c) (Hiphil) 1c1) to call, call out, call together, summon 1c2) to make a crying, proclaim 1c3) to have a proclamation made 1c4) to call out to, call out at Aramaic equivalent: ze.iq (זְעִ֑ק "to cry out" H2200)
Usage: Occurs in 72 OT verses. KJV: assemble, call (together), (make a) cry (out), come with such a company, gather (together), cause to be proclaimed. See also: Exodus 2:23; Nehemiah 9:28; Psalms 22:6.
ק֝וֹלִ֗/י
qôwl
H6963
"voice"
N-ms | Suff
A voice or sound, it can refer to the sound of a person speaking, an animal, or a musical instrument. In the Bible, it is often used to describe God's voice or the sound of praise and worship.
Definition: : sound/noise 1) voice, sound, noise 1a) voice 1b) sound (of instrument)
Usage: Occurs in 436 OT verses. KJV: [phrase] aloud, bleating, crackling, cry ([phrase] out), fame, lightness, lowing, noise, [phrase] hold peace, (pro-) claim, proclamation, [phrase] sing, sound, [phrase] spark, thunder(-ing), voice, [phrase] yell. See also: Genesis 3:8; Judges 5:11; Job 4:10.
אֶל
ʼêl
H413
"to(wards)"
Prep
This Hebrew word means 'to' or 'toward', showing direction or movement. It appears in many books, including Genesis and Exodus, to indicate where someone is going. The KJV translates it in various ways, like 'about', 'according to', or 'against'.
Definition: 1) to, toward, unto (of motion) 2) into (limit is actually entered) 2a) in among 3) toward (of direction, not necessarily physical motion) 4) against (motion or direction of a hostile character) 5) in addition to, to 6) concerning, in regard to, in reference to, on account of 7) according to (rule or standard) 8) at, by, against (of one's presence) 9) in between, in within, to within, unto (idea of motion to)
Usage: Occurs in 4205 OT verses. KJV: about, according to, after, against, among, as for, at, because(-fore, -side), both...and, by, concerning, for, from, [idiom] hath, in(-to), near, (out) of, over, through, to(-ward), under, unto, upon, whether, with(-in). See also: Genesis 1:9; Genesis 21:14; Genesis 31:13.
יְהוָ֥ה
Yᵉhôvâh
H3068
"The Lord"
N-proper
Yehovah is another name for God, often translated as 'the Lord'. It is a national name for God in the Jewish faith. This name is used throughout the Old Testament.
Definition: Another name of ye.ru.sha.laim (יְרוּשָׁלִַ֫ם, יְרוּשְׁלֵם "Jerusalem" H3389)
Usage: Occurs in 5522 OT verses. KJV: Jehovah, the Lord. Compare H3050 (יָהּ), H3069 (יְהֹוִה). See also: Genesis 2:4; Genesis 24:42; Exodus 8:8.
אֶתְחַנָּֽן
chânan
H2603
"be gracious"
V-Hithpael-Imperf-1cs
This Hebrew word means to show kindness or favor, often by bending or stooping to help someone in need, as seen in the actions of God towards his people.
Definition: 1) to be gracious, show favour, pity 1a) (Qal) to show favour, be gracious 1b) (Niphal) to be pitied 1c) (Piel) to make gracious, make favourable, be gracious 1d) (Poel) to direct favour to, have mercy on 1e) (Hophal) to be shown favour, be shown consideration 1f) (Hithpael) to seek favour, implore favour
Usage: Occurs in 73 OT verses. KJV: beseech, [idiom] fair, (be, find, shew) favour(-able), be (deal, give, grant (gracious(-ly), intreat, (be) merciful, have (shew) mercy (on, upon), have pity upon, pray, make supplication, [idiom] very. See also: Genesis 33:5; Psalms 37:21; Psalms 4:2.
Study Notes — Psalms 142:2
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- Context
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- Psalms 142:2 Summary
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Reflection Questions
- Gill's Exposition on Psalms 142:2
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Psalms 142:2
- Matthew Poole's Commentary on Psalms 142:2
- Trapp's Commentary on Psalms 142:2
- Ellicott's Commentary on Psalms 142:2
- Cambridge Bible on Psalms 142:2
- Barnes' Notes on Psalms 142:2
- Whedon's Commentary on Psalms 142:2
- Sermons on Psalms 142:2
Context — I Lift My Voice to the LORD
1I cry aloud to the LORD; I lift my voice to the LORD for mercy.
2I pour out my complaint before Him; I reveal my trouble to Him.
3Although my spirit grows faint within me, You know my way. Along the path I travel they have hidden a snare for me. 4Look to my right and see; no one attends to me. There is no refuge for me; no one cares for my soul.Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
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| 1 | Romans 8:26 | In the same way, the Spirit helps us in our weakness. For we do not know how we ought to pray, but the Spirit Himself intercedes for us with groans too deep for words. |
| 2 | Isaiah 26:16 | O LORD, they sought You in their distress; when You disciplined them, they poured out a quiet prayer. |
| 3 | Psalms 62:8 | Trust in Him at all times, O people; pour out your hearts before Him. God is our refuge. Selah |
| 4 | Hebrews 5:7 | During the days of Jesus’ earthly life, He offered up prayers and petitions with loud cries and tears to the One who could save Him from death, and He was heard because of His reverence. |
| 5 | Philippians 4:6–7 | Be anxious for nothing, but in everything, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God. And the peace of God, which surpasses all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus. |
| 6 | Psalms 102:1–28 | Hear my prayer, O LORD; let my cry for help come before You. Do not hide Your face from me in my day of distress. Incline Your ear to me; answer me quickly when I call. For my days vanish like smoke, and my bones burn like glowing embers. My heart is afflicted, and withered like grass; I even forget to eat my bread. Through my loud groaning my flesh clings to my bones. I am like a desert owl, like an owl among the ruins. I lie awake; I am like a lone bird on a housetop. All day long my enemies taunt me; they ridicule me and curse me. For I have eaten ashes like bread and mixed my drink with tears because of Your indignation and wrath, for You have picked me up and cast me aside. My days are like lengthening shadows, and I wither away like grass. But You, O LORD, sit enthroned forever; Your renown endures to all generations. You will rise up and have compassion on Zion, for it is time to show her favor— the appointed time has come. For Your servants delight in her stones and take pity on her dust. So the nations will fear the name of the LORD, and all the kings of the earth will fear Your glory. For the LORD will rebuild Zion; He has appeared in His glory. He will turn toward the prayer of the destitute; He will not despise their prayer. Let this be written for the generation to come, so that a people not yet created may praise the LORD. For He looked down from the heights of His sanctuary; the LORD gazed out from heaven to earth to hear a prisoner’s groaning, to release those condemned to death, that they may proclaim the name of the LORD in Zion and praise Him in Jerusalem, when peoples and kingdoms assemble to serve the LORD. He has broken my strength on the way; He has cut short my days. I say: “O my God, do not take me in the midst of my days! Your years go on through all generations. In the beginning You laid the foundations of the earth, and the heavens are the work of Your hands. They will perish, but You remain; they will all wear out like a garment. Like clothing You will change them, and they will be passed on. But You remain the same, and Your years will never end. The children of Your servants will dwell securely, and their descendants will be established before You.” |
| 7 | Psalms 18:4–6 | The cords of death encompassed me; the torrents of chaos overwhelmed me. The cords of Sheol entangled me; the snares of death confronted me. In my distress I called upon the LORD; I cried to my God for help. From His temple He heard my voice, and my cry for His help reached His ears. |
| 8 | 1 Samuel 1:15–16 | “No, my lord,” Hannah replied. “I am a woman oppressed in spirit. I have not had any wine or strong drink, but I have poured out my soul before the LORD. Do not take your servant for a wicked woman; for all this time I have been praying out of the depth of my anguish and grief.” |
| 9 | Psalms 42:4 | These things come to mind as I pour out my soul: how I walked with the multitude, leading the procession to the house of God with shouts of joy and praise. |
Psalms 142:2 Summary
[This verse means that the Psalmist is being completely honest with God about how he's feeling, sharing his complaints and troubles with Him. This is something we can all do, just like the Psalmist, by trusting in God's love and care for us, as seen in Psalms 136:1 and Jeremiah 31:3. We can talk to God about anything, and He will listen and help us, as promised in Matthew 11:28-30. By sharing our troubles with God, we can experience His peace and comfort, even in difficult times, as seen in Isaiah 26:3-4.]
Frequently Asked Questions
What does it mean to 'pour out my complaint' before God?
This phrase means to honestly and openly share our struggles and feelings with God, just as the Psalmist does in Psalms 142:2, trusting in His care and mercy as seen in Psalms 86:5.
Is it okay to reveal my troubles to God, even if they seem insignificant?
Yes, God cares about every aspect of our lives, and we can confidently share our troubles with Him, as encouraged in Philippians 4:6 and Psalms 55:22.
How can I develop the habit of regularly sharing my complaints with God?
We can cultivate this habit by setting aside time for prayer, being honest about our feelings, and trusting in God's faithfulness, as demonstrated in Psalms 119:145-152 and Lamentations 3:22-23.
What if I don't feel like God is listening to my complaints?
Even when we don't feel like God is listening, we can trust that He is always present and cares about our struggles, as promised in Jeremiah 29:12-13 and Hebrews 4:15-16.
Reflection Questions
- What are some complaints or troubles that I have been hesitant to share with God, and how can I begin to open up to Him about these issues?
- In what ways can I demonstrate my trust in God's care and mercy, even when I don't see immediate solutions to my problems?
- How does the example of the Psalmist in Psalms 142:2 encourage me to be more honest and vulnerable in my prayers?
- What are some ways that I can balance honesty about my struggles with faith and trust in God's goodness, as seen in Habakkuk 3:17-19?
Gill's Exposition on Psalms 142:2
I poured out my complaint before him,.... Not a complaint of the Lord and of his providences, but of himself; of his sins, and particularly his unbelief; and also of them that persecuted and
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Psalms 142:2
I poured out my complaint before him; I shewed before him my trouble. I poured out my complaint before him - (Psalms 102:1-28, Title; 62:8; Isaiah 26:16.)
Matthew Poole's Commentary on Psalms 142:2
I poured out; I did it fully, and fervently, and confidently.
Trapp's Commentary on Psalms 142:2
Psalms 142:2 I poured out my complaint before him; I shewed before him my trouble.Ver. 2. I poured out my complaint] Heb. my mussitation. I showed before him] Plainly and plentifully, how my danger increased to a very crisis, as one expresseth it.
Ellicott's Commentary on Psalms 142:2
(2) I poured out.—See the same verb used in similar sense, Psalms 42:4; Psalms 62:8; and with the second clause comp. Psalms 107:6.
Cambridge Bible on Psalms 142:2
2. I will pour out before him my complaint; My distress before him will I declare. Aloud, lit. with my voice, not merely in silent prayer, but with cries which give relief to pent up feeling and express the intensity of distress. Cp. Psalms 3:4; Psalms 30:8; and for ‘cry,’ a word expressing the cry of need, anxiety, distress, cp. Psalms 142:5; Psalms 22:5; Psalms 77:1; Psalms 107:13; Psalms 107:19. poured out my complaint] Cp. 102 title; Psalms 42:4; Psalms 62:8.
Barnes' Notes on Psalms 142:2
I poured out my complaint before him - literally, my meditation; that is, What so much occupied my thoughts at the time I expressed aloud. The word “complaint” does not express the idea.
Whedon's Commentary on Psalms 142:2
2. I poured out my complaint before him—The idea of profuseness, unreservedness, is given—I emptied out my complaint. Nothing was kept back. So, in the next line, I showed… him my trouble.
Sermons on Psalms 142:2
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One Sigh and Groan by Thomas Brooks | Thomas Brooks emphasizes that the essence of prayer is not found in eloquent words but in the sincerity of the heart expressed through sighs and groans. He reassures those who feel |
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The Burdens of Ravenhill - Part 3 (Compilation) by Leonard Ravenhill | In this sermon transcript, the speaker, Brother Ravenhill, engages in a conversation with a man named Brother Singh about the procedure in his church service. Brother Singh describ |
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Interview 1974 by Corrie Ten Boom | This sermon shares the powerful testimony of a woman who endured imprisonment and suffering during World War II, highlighting how God's grace sustained her through the darkest time |
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Absolute Surrender by Keith Daniel | In this sermon, the speaker shares two powerful stories that highlight the desperate state of humanity and the need for God's intervention. The first story describes a disturbing e |
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The Power of God - Part 1 by Kathryn Kuhlman | In this sermon, the speaker reflects on the power of the Holy Spirit and the need for believers to be led by the Spirit. They emphasize the importance of humility and caution again |
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Getting to Know the Holy Spirit by David Wilkerson | This sermon focuses on the importance of getting to know the Holy Spirit as described in John 14:16. It emphasizes the ministry of the Holy Spirit, including comfort, sonship, and |
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Fresh Power Book Reading Clip by Jim Cymbala | In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the importance of the Holy Spirit in empowering ordinary people to work for Jesus Christ. The Holy Spirit enables believers to fulfill God's |