Psalms 12:2 cpdv — How long can I take counsel in my soul, sorrowing in my heart throughout the day?

Catholic Public Domain Version

"How long can I take counsel in my soul, sorrowing in my heart throughout the day? "

— Psalms 12:2, Catholic Public Domain Version

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Psalms 12 — Context

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Unto the end. A Psalm of David. How long, O Lord? Will you forget me until the end? How long will you turn your face away from me?

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How long can I take counsel in my soul, sorrowing in my heart throughout the day?

3

How long will my enemy be exalted over me?

4

Look upon me and listen to me, O Lord my God. Enlighten my eyes, lest I fall asleep forever in death,

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lest at any time my enemy may say, “I have prevailed against him.” Those who trouble me will exult, if I have been disturbed.

Psalms 12:2 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Psalms 12:2 say?
Psalms 12:2 in the Catholic Public Domain Version reads: “How long can I take counsel in my soul, sorrowing in my heart throughout the day? ”
Where is Psalms 12:2 in the Bible?
Psalms 12:2 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of Psalms, chapter 12, verse 2.
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 12:2.
What translation should I read Psalms 12:2 in?
Psalms 12:2 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 12:2?
Psalms 12:2 reads (CPDV): “How long can I take counsel in my soul, sorrowing in my heart throughout the day? ” 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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