Psalms 108:23 cpdv — I have been taken away like a shadow when it declines, and I have been shaken off like locusts.

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"I have been taken away like a shadow when it declines, and I have been shaken off like locusts. "

— Psalms 108:23, Catholic Public Domain Version

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“I am taken away like the shadow when it declineth: and I am shaken off as locusts.”
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Psalms 108 — Context

This is the work of those who detract me with the Lord and who speak evils against my soul.

But as for you, Lord, O Lord: act on my behalf for your name’s sake. For your mercy is sweet.

Free me, for I am destitute and poor, and my heart has been disquieted within me.

I have been taken away like a shadow when it declines, and I have been shaken off like locusts.

My knees have been weakened by fasting, and my flesh has been replaced by oil.

And I have become a disgrace to them. They saw me, and they shook their heads.

Help me, O Lord, my God. Save me according to your mercy.

Psalms 108:23 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Psalms 108:23 say?

Psalms 108:23 in the Catholic Public Domain Version reads: “I have been taken away like a shadow when it declines, and I have been shaken off like locusts. ”

Where is Psalms 108:23 in the Bible?

Psalms 108:23 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of Psalms, chapter 108, verse 23.

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 108:23.

What translation should I read Psalms 108:23 in?

Psalms 108:23 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 108:23?

Psalms 108:23 reads (CPDV): “I have been taken away like a shadow when it declines, and I have been shaken off like locusts. ” 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.

Psalms 108:23 cpdv — I have been taken away like a shadow when it declines, and I have been shaken off like locusts.

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