The Bible

This is a minor adaptation of the WEB to include nuanced meanings of particular ancient words for placenames, God and others of special interest. In general square brackets:[] are used to indicated words not found in the original text. It also indicates the 5 books of the Psalms; and a few passages considered by some to be of questionable authenticity.

Psalm 142

A contemplation by David, when he was in the cave. A Prayer. ¹I cry with my voice to TheIAM. With my voice, I ask TheIAM for mercy. ²I pour out my complaint before him. I tell him my troubles. ³When my spirit was overwhelmed within me, you knew my path. In the way in which I walk, they have hidden a snare for me. ⁴Look on my right, and see; for there is no one who is concerned for me. Refuge has fled from me. No one cares for my soul. ⁵I cried to you, TheIAM. I said, "You are my refuge, my portion in the land of the living." ⁶Listen to my cry, for I am in desperate need. deliver me from my persecutors, For they are stronger than me. ⁷Bring my soul out of prison, that I may give thanks to your name. The righteous will surround me, for you will be good to me.


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