Psalms 38:15 Meaning and Explanation
“For in thee, O LORD, do I hope: thou wilt hear, O Lord my God.”
King James Version (KJV)
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Read Full Chapter →Despite affliction and enemies, the psalmist's hope rests entirely on God's hearing.
The Context of Psalms 38:15
A pivot from suffering toward trust in God's attention.
What Does Psalms 38:15 Mean?
A turn toward affirmation: hope rests in God alone, not in self-defense or vindication by friends. The confidence 'thou wilt hear' asserts that God listens—not ignoring the groans, not indifferent to the plea.
God as 'O Lord my God' is personal and covenant-bearing. The psalmist does not hope in outcomes he can control but in the God who is attentive and able.
Psalms 38:15 in the Original Language
yachal (יָחַל), 'hope'—to wait with confident expectation, not passive wishfulness but active trust.
Frequently Asked Questions About Psalms 38:15
What does Psalms 38:15 mean?
Despite affliction and enemies, the psalmist's hope rests entirely on God's hearing.
What is the context of Psalms 38:15?
A pivot from suffering toward trust in God's attention.