Holy Scripture

Psalms 37:7

A church father on this verse
“(Verse 7.) Be subject to the Lord and beseech Him. Not only should you be subject to God, but also beseech the Lord, so that you can fulfill your desire for submission, as it also says above: Reveal your way to the Lord and hope in Him. It is not only fitting to reveal your way; but also to hope in the Lord. However,…”
Ambrose of Milan, 4th c. — Commentaries on the Twelve Davidic Psalms

Source: Septuagint

Original

7I have been wretched and bowed down continually: I went with a mourning countenance all the day.

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5For my transgressions have gone over my head: They have pressed heavily upon me like a weighty burden.

6My bruises have become noisome and corrupt, Because of my foolishness.

— Psalms 37:7 —

8For my soul is filled with mockings; And there is no health in my flesh.

9I have been afflicted and brought down exceedingly: I have roared for the groaning of my heart.

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