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Psalms 88:17 web — They came around me like water all day long. They completely engulfed me.

World English Bible

"They came around me like water all day long. They completely engulfed me."

— Psalms 88:17, World English Bible

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Psalms 88 — Context

14

Yahweh, why do you reject my soul? Why do you hide your face from me?

15

I am afflicted and ready to die from my youth up. While I suffer your terrors, I am distracted.

16

Your fierce wrath has gone over me. Your terrors have cut me off.

17

They came around me like water all day long. They completely engulfed me.

18

You have put lover and friend far from me, and my friends into darkness. A contemplation by Ethan, the Ezrahite.

Psalms 88:17 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Psalms 88:17 say?
Psalms 88:17 in the World English Bible reads: “They came around me like water all day long. They completely engulfed me.”
Where is Psalms 88:17 in the Bible?
Psalms 88:17 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of Psalms, chapter 88, verse 17.
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 88:17.
What translation should I read Psalms 88:17 in?
Psalms 88:17 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 88:17?
Psalms 88:17 reads (WEB): “They came around me like water all day long. They completely engulfed 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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