Translations
Modern
Draw near to my soul and redeem me; ransom me because of my foes.
Traditional
Draw nigh unto my soul, and redeem it: deliver me because of mine enemies.
Literal
Draw near to my soul and redeem it; on account of my enemies, may You ransom me.
Latin
Intende animæ meæ, et libera eam; propter inimicos meos, eripe me.
Original
Hebrew
English
Draw near to my soul and redeem me; ransom me because of my foes.
Notes
The psalmist can only pray for rescue and relief from his enemies.
In this personal lament, the poet shares his vulnerability, humiliation, and deep pain. He asks God to defend him for the sake of the righteous.
These last four psalms of Book Two contrast with the earlier psalms that describe God’s mighty acts in creation and redemption, ending with God’s march to Zion (Psalms 65–68). Psalms 69–71 describe the king's suffering, and Psalm 72 responds with a prayer for God to bless the king.
Theme notes and profiles
Glossary
David Mercy Music Persecution Psalms, Book of Shoshannim, Shoshannim-Eduth
Topics
Afflictions and Adversities: Prayer In Jesus, the Christ: Messiah: Messianic Psalms Persecution of Jesus