Psalms 77:2

Psalms 77:1 web — My cry goes to God! Indeed, I cry to God for help, and for him to listen to me.

World English Bible

"My cry goes to God! Indeed, I cry to God for help, and for him to listen to me."

— Psalms 77:1, World English Bible

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KJV
“I cried unto God with my voice, even unto God with my voice; and he gave ear unto me.”
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ASV
“ I will cry unto God with my voice, Even unto God with my voice; and he will give ear unto me. ”
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NET
“For the music director, Jeduthun; a psalm of Asaph. I will cry out to God and call for help! I will cry out to God and he will pay attention to me.”
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DRB
“Understanding for Asaph. Attend, O my people, to my law: incline your ears to the words of my mouth.”
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BBE
“ I was crying to God with my voice; even to God with my voice, and he gave ear to me.”
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KJVA
“I cried unto God with my voice, even unto God with my voice; and he gave ear unto me.”
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Psalms 77 — Context

My cry goes to God! Indeed, I cry to God for help, and for him to listen to me.

In the day of my trouble I sought the Lord. My hand was stretched out in the night, and didn't get tired. My soul refused to be comforted.

I remember God, and I groan. I complain, and my spirit is overwhelmed. Selah.

You hold my eyelids open. I am so troubled that I can't speak.

Psalms 77:1 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Psalms 77:1 say?

Psalms 77:1 in the World English Bible reads: “My cry goes to God! Indeed, I cry to God for help, and for him to listen to me.”

Where is Psalms 77:1 in the Bible?

Psalms 77:1 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of Psalms, chapter 77, verse 1.

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 77:1.

What translation should I read Psalms 77:1 in?

Psalms 77:1 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 77:1?

Psalms 77:1 reads (WEB): “My cry goes to God! Indeed, I cry to God for help, and for him to listen to me.” 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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