Psalms 38:8
Psalms 38:8 Meaning and Explanation
“I am feeble and sore broken: I have roared by reason of the disquietness of my heart.”
King James Version (KJV)
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The Context of Psalms 38:8
Suffering expressed as anguish that breaks beyond normal speech.
What Does Psalms 38:8 Mean?
'Feeble and sore broken'—the body is depleted and fractured. 'Roared' is not gentle prayer but the raw vocalization of distress, arising from a disquieted heart, a heart turbulent and unsettled.
The roar is honest expression of pain, not suppressed. The disquietness—internal chaos—finds outward voice; the psalmist does not mask suffering but gives it utterance to God.
Frequently Asked Questions About Psalms 38:8
What does Psalms 38:8 mean?
Weakness and brokenness reduce the psalmist to anguished cries.
What is the context of Psalms 38:8?
Suffering expressed as anguish that breaks beyond normal speech.