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Psalm 88:15

ESV Afflicted and close to death from my youth up, I suffer your terrors; I am helpless.
NIV From my youth I have suffered and been close to death; I have borne your terrors and am in despair.
NASB I was miserable and about to die from my youth on; I suffer Your terrors; I grow weary.
CSB From my youth, I have been suffering and near death. I suffer your horrors; I am desperate.
NLT I have been sick and close to death since my youth. I stand helpless and desperate before your terrors.
KJV I am afflicted and ready to die from my youth up: while I suffer thy terrors I am distracted.
NKJV I have been afflicted and ready to die from my youth; I suffer Your terrors; I am distraught.

What does Psalm 88:15 mean?

Please see our chapter commentary on Psalm 88, verse-level content coming soon!
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Context Summary
Psalm 88:10–18 turns to examine God's nature and appeal for His intervention. Because of this intense suffering, the psalmist feels that the Lord is purposefully punishing him. The psalm provides an emotional expression of frustration and despair; these are often a human reaction to deep misery. Unlike other psalms, this song does not end on a positive note. The psalmist's sense of pain and longing for rescue stand alone.

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Chapter Summary
The psalmist uses a variety of phrases to express deep despair and anguish. He is considered as good as dead, like someone already buried and forgotten by others. The impression that God is judging him is like drowning in an ocean. Even close friends are absent. The psalmist claims he cannot praise or worship God if he dies.
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