Psalms 102:9 kjva — For I have eaten ashes like bread, and mingled my drink with weeping,

King James Version with Apocrypha

"For I have eaten ashes like bread, and mingled my drink with weeping,"

— Psalms 102:9, King James Version with Apocrypha

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Psalms 102:9 in Other Translations

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Psalms 102 — Context

6

I am like a pelican of the wilderness: I am like an owl of the desert.

7

I watch, and am as a sparrow alone upon the house top.

8

Mine enemies reproach me all the day; and they that are mad against me are sworn against me.

9

For I have eaten ashes like bread, and mingled my drink with weeping,

10

Because of thine indignation and thy wrath: for thou hast lifted me up, and cast me down.

11

My days are like a shadow that declineth; and I am withered like grass.

12

But thou, O Lord, shalt endure for ever; and thy remembrance unto all generations.

Psalms 102:9 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Psalms 102:9 say?
Psalms 102:9 in the King James Version with Apocrypha reads: “For I have eaten ashes like bread, and mingled my drink with weeping,”
Where is Psalms 102:9 in the Bible?
Psalms 102:9 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of Psalms, chapter 102, verse 9.
Who wrote Psalms?
Psalms is traditionally attributed to Multiple authors (David, Asaph, the sons of Korah, Solomon, Moses, others). Approximately 73 psalms are attributed to David; others to Asaph, the sons of Korah, Solomon, Moses, Heman, and Ethan; the remainder are anonymous. It was written c. 1410–430 BC.
What is the book of Psalms about?
The Psalms are the prayer book and hymnal of God's people, gathering a thousand years of inspired song — praise, lament, thanksgiving, confession, and royal and messianic worship. Every emotion of the believing heart finds a voice here, and every voice finds its center in Christ.
What are the major themes of Psalms?
Psalms explores themes including Praise, Lament, Trust, Messiah, Refuge, Kingship. These themes shape the meaning and context of Psalms 102:9.
What translation should I read Psalms 102:9 in?
Psalms 102:9 is available on GodsGoodBook in the King James Version (KJV), American Standard Version (ASV), World English Bible (WEB), NET Bible, Young's Literal Translation, Darby Bible, Douay-Rheims Bible, and the Bible in Basic English. Each translation reflects different translation philosophies — use the translation picker on this page to compare them, or browse our full translations directory.
How can I memorize Psalms 102:9?
Psalms 102:9 reads (KJVA): “For I have eaten ashes like bread, and mingled my drink with weeping,” Read it aloud, break it into short phrases, repeat each phrase three times before adding the next, then put the phrases together. Reading it in multiple translations (above) often helps the meaning settle.
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