Psalms 142:2 Meaning and Explanation
“I poured out my complaint before him; I shewed before him my trouble.”
King James Version (KJV)
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The Context of Psalms 142:2
The psalmist opens their heart completely about their suffering.
What Does Psalms 142:2 Mean?
'Poured out' suggests an overwhelming flood of words and emotion—the psalmist holds nothing back in revealing their complaint to God. There is no pretense, no hiding of feelings, only a full unburdening before the Lord.
The parallel phrase 'I shewed before him my trouble' reinforces that God already knows what the psalmist is about to express. Yet the act of pouring out and showing—of naming and articulating the trouble—is itself part of the prayer's power. God invites this honesty.
Psalms 142:2 in the Original Language
shewed (הִגִּיד, higuid) — to show, declare, or make known; implies active revelation of what is hidden or internal.
Frequently Asked Questions About Psalms 142:2
What does Psalms 142:2 mean?
The psalmist fully discloses their distress to God.
What is the context of Psalms 142:2?
The psalmist opens their heart completely about their suffering.