Psalms 88:4 net — They treat me like those who descend into the grave. I am like a helpless man,

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"They treat me like those who descend into the grave. I am like a helpless man,"

— Psalms 88:4, NET Bible

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Psalms 88 — Context

1

A song, a psalm written by the Korahites; for the music director; according to the machalath-leannoth style; a well-written song by Heman the Ezrachite. O LORD God who delivers me! By day I cry out and at night I pray before you.

2

Listen to my prayer! Pay attention to my cry for help!

3

For my life is filled with troubles and I am ready to enter Sheol.

4

They treat me like those who descend into the grave. I am like a helpless man,

5

adrift among the dead, like corpses lying in the grave, whom you remember no more, and who are cut off from your power.

6

You place me in the lowest regions of the Pit, in the dark places, in the watery depths.

7

Your anger bears down on me, and you overwhelm me with all your waves.(Selah)

Psalms 88:4 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Psalms 88:4 say?
Psalms 88:4 in the NET Bible reads: “They treat me like those who descend into the grave. I am like a helpless man,”
Where is Psalms 88:4 in the Bible?
Psalms 88:4 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of Psalms, chapter 88, verse 4.
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 88:4.
What translation should I read Psalms 88:4 in?
Psalms 88:4 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 88:4?
Psalms 88:4 reads (NET): “They treat me like those who descend into the grave. I am like a helpless man,” 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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