Psalms 28:2 net — Hear my plea for mercy when I cry out to you for help, when I lift my hands toward your holy temple!

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"Hear my plea for mercy when I cry out to you for help, when I lift my hands toward your holy temple!"

— Psalms 28:2, NET Bible

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Psalms 28 — Context

1

By David. To you, O LORD, I cry out! My protector, do not ignore me! If you do not respond to me, I will join those who are descending into the grave.

2

Hear my plea for mercy when I cry out to you for help, when I lift my hands toward your holy temple!

3

Do not drag me away with evil men, with those who behave wickedly, who talk so friendly to their neighbors, while they plan to harm them!

4

Pay them back for their evil deeds! Pay them back for what they do! Punish them!

5

For they do not understand the LORD’s actions, or the way he carries out justice. The LORD will permanently demolish them.

Psalms 28:2 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Psalms 28:2 say?
Psalms 28:2 in the NET Bible reads: “Hear my plea for mercy when I cry out to you for help, when I lift my hands toward your holy temple!”
Where is Psalms 28:2 in the Bible?
Psalms 28:2 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of Psalms, chapter 28, 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 28:2.
What translation should I read Psalms 28:2 in?
Psalms 28:2 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 28:2?
Psalms 28:2 reads (NET): “Hear my plea for mercy when I cry out to you for help, when I lift my hands toward your holy temple!” 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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