Psalms 25:18 Meaning and Explanation
“Look upon mine affliction and my pain; and forgive all my sins.”
King James Version (KJV)
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Read Full Chapter →The psalmist asks God to see his suffering and to forgive his sins, linking deliverance to pardon.
The Context of Psalms 25:18
Prayer for God to witness suffering and grant forgiveness of sin.
What Does Psalms 25:18 Mean?
To look upon suffering means to acknowledge it, witness it, and respond to it. The psalmist's affliction and pain are not hidden from God but openly presented to His gaze. This combination of seeing and forgiving suggests that the psalmist links his external troubles to his internal guilt.
Forgiveness of all sins is the deeper request. The psalmist recognizes that his suffering may be connected to his own failure, and that healing requires both God's response to his pain and His cancellation of his guilt. Pardon restores the relationship that is the foundation of his peace.
Frequently Asked Questions About Psalms 25:18
What does Psalms 25:18 mean?
The psalmist asks God to see his suffering and to forgive his sins, linking deliverance to pardon.
What is the context of Psalms 25:18?
Prayer for God to witness suffering and grant forgiveness of sin.