Psalms 107:10
Psalms 107:10 Meaning and Explanation
“Such as sit in darkness and in the shadow of death, being bound in affliction and iron;”
King James Version (KJV)
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The Context of Psalms 107:10
Second parallel distress scene, depicting those imprisoned and despairing.
What Does Psalms 107:10 Mean?
A second group of distressed people is introduced: prisoners in darkness, metaphorically bound by affliction, literally by iron (chains). The 'shadow of death' conveys hopelessness and despair.
Darkness and iron together paint a picture of complete captivity—physical confinement and spiritual despair. This group, like the first, will cry out and be delivered.
Frequently Asked Questions About Psalms 107:10
What does Psalms 107:10 mean?
Some suffer in darkness, bound by affliction and imprisonment.
What is the context of Psalms 107:10?
Second parallel distress scene, depicting those imprisoned and despairing.