OLD TESTAMENT · VERSE 3

Psalms 116:3

The cords of death surrounded me,

the pains of Sheol ^† got a hold of me.

I found trouble and sorrow.

THE SURROUNDING PASSAGE

Psalms 116:3 in context

Psalms 116:1–6

I love the LORD, because he listens to my voice,

and my cries for mercy.

Because he has turned his ear to me,

therefore I will call on him as long as I live.

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The cords of death surrounded me,

the pains of Sheol ^† got a hold of me.

I found trouble and sorrow.

Then I called on the LORD’s name:

“LORD, I beg you, deliver my soul.”

The LORD is gracious and righteous.

Yes, our God is merciful.

The LORD preserves the simple.

I was brought low, and he saved me.

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