Psalms 88:6 akjv — You have laid me in the lowest pit, in darkness, in the deeps.

American King James Version

" You have laid me in the lowest pit, in darkness, in the deeps. "

— Psalms 88:6, American King James Version

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Psalms 88 — Context

3

For my soul is full of troubles: and my life draws near to the grave.

4

I am counted with them that go down into the pit: I am as a man that has no strength:

5

Free among the dead, like the slain that lie in the grave, whom you remember no more: and they are cut off from your hand.

6

You have laid me in the lowest pit, in darkness, in the deeps.

7

Your wrath lies hard on me, and you have afflicted me with all your waves. Selah.

8

You have put away my acquaintance far from me; you have made me an abomination to them: I am shut up, and I cannot come forth.

9

My eye mourns by reason of affliction: LORD, I have called daily on you, I have stretched out my hands to you.

Psalms 88:6 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Psalms 88:6 say?
Psalms 88:6 in the American King James Version reads: “ You have laid me in the lowest pit, in darkness, in the deeps. ”
Where is Psalms 88:6 in the Bible?
Psalms 88:6 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of Psalms, chapter 88, verse 6.
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 88:6.
What translation should I read Psalms 88:6 in?
Psalms 88:6 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 88:6?
Psalms 88:6 reads (AKJV): “ You have laid me in the lowest pit, in darkness, in the deeps. ” 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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