Psalms 89:50 Meaning and Explanation
“Remember, Lord, the reproach of thy servants; how I do bear in my bosom the reproach of all the mighty people;”
King James Version (KJV)
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Read Full Chapter →The psalmist asks God to recall the shame His servants endure and confesses his own burden of disgrace.
The Context of Psalms 89:50
A prayer that acknowledges communal suffering and asks God to attend to the deep shame of His people.
What Does Psalms 89:50 Mean?
Reproach borne in the bosom is intimate humiliation—carried in the heart, not merely external but deeply internalized. The psalmist expresses how the shame of God's apparent abandonment cuts deep, affecting the whole person.
Bearing the reproach of the mighty people adds another layer: not only does the individual suffer, but the entire community—all the mighty people—carries this shame. It is collective disgrace, and the psalmist speaks for all.
Frequently Asked Questions About Psalms 89:50
What does Psalms 89:50 mean?
The psalmist asks God to recall the shame His servants endure and confesses his own burden of disgrace.
What is the context of Psalms 89:50?
A prayer that acknowledges communal suffering and asks God to attend to the deep shame of His people.