Psalms 86:3
Psalms 86:3 in Multiple Translations
Be merciful to me, O Lord, for I call to You all day long.
Be merciful unto me, O Lord: for I cry unto thee daily.
Be merciful unto me, O Lord; For unto thee do I cry all the day long.
Have mercy on me, O Lord; for my cry goes up to you all the day.
Be kind to me, Lord, for I call out to you all day long.
Be mercifull vnto me, O Lord: for I crie vpon thee continually.
Favour me, O Lord, for to Thee I call all the day.
Be merciful to me, Lord, for I call to you all day long.
Be merciful to me, O LORD: for I cry to thee daily.
Glorious things are said of thee, O city of God.
Lord, be kind to me, because I cry out to you all during the day.
Berean Amplified Bible — Psalms 86:3
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Psalms 86:3 Interlinear (Deep Study)
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חָנֵּ֥/נִי
אֲדֹנָ֑/י
כִּ֥י
אֵלֶ֥י/ךָ
אֶ֝קְרָ֗א
כָּל
הַ/יּֽוֹם
חָנֵּ֥/נִי
chânan
H2603
be gracious
V-Qal-Impv-2ms | Suff
אֲדֹנָ֑/י
ʼĂdônây
H136
Lord
N-mp | Suff
כִּ֥י
kîy
H3588
for
Conj
אֵלֶ֥י/ךָ
ʼêl
H413
to(wards)
Prep | Suff
אֶ֝קְרָ֗א
qârâʼ
H7121
to call
V-Qal-Imperf-1cs
כָּל
kôl
H3605
all
N-ms
הַ/יּֽוֹם
yôwm
H3117
day
Art | N-ms
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Hebrew Word Reference — Psalms 86:3
חָנֵּ֥/נִי
chânan
H2603
"be gracious"
V-Qal-Impv-2ms | Suff
This Hebrew word means to show kindness or favor, often by bending or stooping to help someone in need, as seen in the actions of God towards his people.
Definition: 1) to be gracious, show favour, pity 1a) (Qal) to show favour, be gracious 1b) (Niphal) to be pitied 1c) (Piel) to make gracious, make favourable, be gracious 1d) (Poel) to direct favour to, have mercy on 1e) (Hophal) to be shown favour, be shown consideration 1f) (Hithpael) to seek favour, implore favour
Usage: Occurs in 73 OT verses. KJV: beseech, [idiom] fair, (be, find, shew) favour(-able), be (deal, give, grant (gracious(-ly), intreat, (be) merciful, have (shew) mercy (on, upon), have pity upon, pray, make supplication, [idiom] very. See also: Genesis 33:5; Psalms 37:21; Psalms 4:2.
אֲדֹנָ֑/י
ʼĂdônây
H136
"Lord"
N-mp | Suff
Adonay is a title used to refer to God, spoken in place of Yahweh as a sign of reverence and respect. It is used throughout the Bible to address God or refer to Him in a formal way. Adonay is a term of worship and devotion.
Definition: Lord - a title, spoken in place of Yahweh in Jewish display of reverence Another name of ye.ho.vah (יהוה "LORD" H3068G)
Usage: Occurs in 430 OT verses. KJV: (my) Lord. See also: Genesis 15:2; Isaiah 3:17; Psalms 2:4.
כִּ֥י
kîy
H3588
"for"
Conj
A conjunction used to show cause or connection, as in Genesis 2:23 where Adam says the woman is bone of his bone because she was taken out of him. It is often translated as 'for', 'because', or 'since'.
Definition: 1) that, for, because, when, as though, as, because that, but, then, certainly, except, surely, since 1a) that 1a1) yea, indeed 1b) when (of time) 1b1) when, if, though (with a concessive force) 1c) because, since (causal connection) 1d) but (after negative) 1e) that if, for if, indeed if, for though, but if 1f) but rather, but 1g) except that 1h) only, nevertheless 1i) surely 1j) that is 1k) but if 1l) for though 1m) forasmuch as, for therefore
Usage: Occurs in 3910 OT verses. KJV: and, + (forasmuch, inasmuch, where-) as, assured(-ly), + but, certainly, doubtless, + else, even, + except, for, how, (because, in, so, than) that, + nevertheless, now, rightly, seeing, since, surely, then, therefore, + (al-) though, + till, truly, + until, when, whether, while, whom, yea, yet. See also: Genesis 1:4; Genesis 26:16; Genesis 42:15.
אֵלֶ֥י/ךָ
ʼêl
H413
"to(wards)"
Prep | Suff
This Hebrew word means 'to' or 'toward', showing direction or movement. It appears in many books, including Genesis and Exodus, to indicate where someone is going. The KJV translates it in various ways, like 'about', 'according to', or 'against'.
Definition: 1) to, toward, unto (of motion) 2) into (limit is actually entered) 2a) in among 3) toward (of direction, not necessarily physical motion) 4) against (motion or direction of a hostile character) 5) in addition to, to 6) concerning, in regard to, in reference to, on account of 7) according to (rule or standard) 8) at, by, against (of one's presence) 9) in between, in within, to within, unto (idea of motion to)
Usage: Occurs in 4205 OT verses. KJV: about, according to, after, against, among, as for, at, because(-fore, -side), both...and, by, concerning, for, from, [idiom] hath, in(-to), near, (out) of, over, through, to(-ward), under, unto, upon, whether, with(-in). See also: Genesis 1:9; Genesis 21:14; Genesis 31:13.
אֶ֝קְרָ֗א
qârâʼ
H7121
"to call"
V-Qal-Imperf-1cs
This Hebrew word means to call out to someone or something, often by name. It's used in many situations, like calling for help or reading aloud. In Genesis, God calls out to Adam in the Garden.
Definition: : call_to/invite/entreat 1) to call, call out, recite, read, cry out, proclaim 1a) (Qal) 1a1) to call, cry, utter a loud sound 1a2) to call unto, cry (for help), call (with name of God) 1a3) to proclaim 1a4) to read aloud, read (to oneself), read 1a5) to summon, invite, call for, call and commission, appoint, call and endow 1a6) to call, name, give name to, call by 1b) (Niphal) 1b1) to call oneself 1b2) to be called, be proclaimed, be read aloud, be summoned, be named 1c) (Pual) to be called, be named, be called out, be chosen
Usage: Occurs in 689 OT verses. KJV: bewray (self), that are bidden, call (for, forth, self, upon), cry (unto), (be) famous, guest, invite, mention, (give) name, preach, (make) proclaim(-ation), pronounce, publish, read, renowned, say. See also: Genesis 1:5; Genesis 49:1; Judges 1:26.
כָּל
kôl
H3605
"all"
N-ms
The Hebrew word for 'all' or 'everything' is used throughout the Bible, like in Genesis 1:31, where God sees all He has made as very good. It encompasses the entirety of something, whether people, things, or situations.
Definition: 1) all, the whole 1a) all, the whole of 1b) any, each, every, anything 1c) totality, everything Aramaic equivalent: kol (כֹּל "all" H3606)
Usage: Occurs in 4242 OT verses. KJV: (in) all (manner, (ye)), altogether, any (manner), enough, every (one, place, thing), howsoever, as many as, (no-) thing, ought, whatsoever, (the) whole, whoso(-ever). See also: Genesis 1:21; Genesis 17:10; Genesis 41:40.
הַ/יּֽוֹם
yôwm
H3117
"day"
Art | N-ms
The Hebrew word 'yom' refers to a day, which can be a literal 24-hour period or a figurative space of time. It is used in the Bible to describe a wide range of time periods, from a single day to a year or a lifetime. The word 'yom' is used in many different contexts throughout the Bible.
Definition: : day/when/time/period 1) day, time, year 1a) day (as opposed to night) 1b) day (24 hour period) 1b1) as defined by evening and morning in Genesis 1 1b2) as a division of time 1b2a) a working day, a day's journey 1c) days, lifetime (pl.) 1d) time, period (general) 1e) year 1f) temporal references 1f1) today 1f2) yesterday 1f3) tomorrow
Usage: Occurs in 1930 OT verses. KJV: age, [phrase] always, [phrase] chronicals, continually(-ance), daily, ((birth-), each, to) day, (now a, two) days (agone), [phrase] elder, [idiom] end, [phrase] evening, [phrase] (for) ever(-lasting, -more), [idiom] full, life, as (so) long as (... live), (even) now, [phrase] old, [phrase] outlived, [phrase] perpetually, presently, [phrase] remaineth, [idiom] required, season, [idiom] since, space, then, (process of) time, [phrase] as at other times, [phrase] in trouble, weather, (as) when, (a, the, within a) while (that), [idiom] whole ([phrase] age), (full) year(-ly), [phrase] younger. See also: Genesis 1:5; Genesis 33:13; Exodus 23:15.
Study Notes — Psalms 86:3
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- Gill's Exposition on Psalms 86:3
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Psalms 86:3
- Trapp's Commentary on Psalms 86:3
- Adam Clarke's Commentary on Psalms 86:3
- Cambridge Bible on Psalms 86:3
- Barnes' Notes on Psalms 86:3
- Sermons on Psalms 86:3
Context — Tried but Trusting
1Incline Your ear, O LORD, and answer me, for I am poor and needy.
2Preserve my soul, for I am godly. You are my God; save Your servant who trusts in You.
3Be merciful to me, O Lord, for I call to You all day long.
4Bring joy to Your servant, for to You, O Lord, I lift up my soul. 5For You, O Lord, are kind and forgiving, rich in loving devotion to all who call on You.Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
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| 1 | Psalms 57:1 | Have mercy on me, O God, have mercy, for in You my soul takes refuge. In the shadow of Your wings I will take shelter until the danger has passed. |
| 2 | Psalms 88:9 | My eyes grow dim with grief. I call to You daily, O LORD; I spread out my hands to You. |
| 3 | Ephesians 6:18 | Pray in the Spirit at all times, with every kind of prayer and petition. To this end, stay alert with all perseverance in your prayers for all the saints. |
| 4 | Psalms 25:5 | Guide me in Your truth and teach me, for You are the God of my salvation; all day long I wait for You. |
| 5 | Psalms 4:1 | Answer me when I call, O God of my righteousness! You have relieved my distress; show me grace and hear my prayer. |
| 6 | Psalms 55:17 | Morning, noon, and night, I cry out in distress, and He hears my voice. |
| 7 | Psalms 56:1 | Be merciful to me, O God, for men are hounding me; all day they press their attack. |
| 8 | Luke 2:37 | and then was a widow to the age of eighty-four. She never left the temple, but worshiped night and day, fasting and praying. |
| 9 | Luke 18:7 | Will not God bring about justice for His elect who cry out to Him day and night? Will He continue to defer their help? |
| 10 | Luke 11:8–13 | I tell you, even though he will not get up to provide for him because of his friendship, yet because of the man’s persistence, he will get up and give him as much as he needs. So I tell you: Ask, and it will be given to you; seek, and you will find; knock, and the door will be opened to you. For everyone who asks receives; he who seeks finds; and to him who knocks, the door will be opened. What father among you, if his son asks for a fish, will give him a snake instead? Or if he asks for an egg, will give him a scorpion? So if you who are evil know how to give good gifts to your children, how much more will your Father in heaven give the Holy Spirit to those who ask Him!” |
Psalms 86:3 Summary
[Psalms 86:3 is a heartfelt cry to God for mercy, where the psalmist expresses his dependence on God and his need for constant communication with Him. This verse reminds us that we can talk to God anytime, anywhere, and that He is always listening, as promised in Jeremiah 33:3 and Romans 8:26. By calling to God all day, we acknowledge our limitations and trust in His goodness and kindness, as seen in Psalms 103:8. As we reflect on this verse, let us remember to prioritize prayer and seek God's mercy in our own lives.]
Frequently Asked Questions
What does it mean to call to God all day long?
Calling to God all day long, as mentioned in Psalms 86:3, means to constantly communicate with Him, seeking His guidance and presence in every aspect of life, as encouraged in Psalms 55:17 and Luke 18:1.
Why does the psalmist ask for mercy?
The psalmist asks for mercy because he recognizes his own sinfulness and limitations, and understands that God's mercy is essential for his salvation and well-being, as seen in Psalms 51:1 and Matthew 9:13.
How can we balance the idea of calling to God all day with our busy schedules?
We can balance our busy schedules with calling to God all day by prioritizing prayer and making it a habit, even in short moments throughout the day, as taught in Ephesians 6:18 and 1 Thessalonians 5:17.
Is it really possible to call to God all day, or is this just a figure of speech?
While it may not be possible to pray constantly in the classical sense, the idea of calling to God all day is a spiritual posture of dependence and awareness of God's presence, as described in Psalms 119:97 and Colossians 3:17.
Reflection Questions
- What are some ways I can cultivate a habit of calling to God throughout my day?
- How does my understanding of God's mercy impact my prayer life?
- In what areas of my life do I need to cry out to God for mercy and help?
- What would it look like for me to make prayer a priority in my daily routine?
Gill's Exposition on Psalms 86:3
Be merciful unto me, O Lord,.... In my distressed and miserable condition, being an object of mercy, pity, and compassion; this petition is used by Christ in Psalms 41:10 for I cry unto thee daily;
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Psalms 86:3
Be merciful unto me, O Lord: for I cry unto thee daily. Be merciful unto me, O Lord. The chief ground of hope, not merely my misery, but God's mercy (cf. Psalms 86:15).
Trapp's Commentary on Psalms 86:3
Psalms 86:3 Be merciful unto me, O Lord: for I cry unto thee daily.Ver. 3. Be merciful unto me] Lest any should, by the former words (I am holy), suspect him to be a merit monger, he beggeth mercy, with instancy and constancy of request.
Adam Clarke's Commentary on Psalms 86:3
Verse 3. Be merciful unto me] I have no merit; I plead none, but trust in thee alone. I cry unto thee daily.] My state deeply affects me; and I incessantly cry for thy salvation.
Cambridge Bible on Psalms 86:3
3. Be gracious unto me, O Lord; For unto thee do I cry all the day long. See Psalms 57:1-2, and elsewhere (Psalms 3:4; Psalms 4:1; &c.).
Barnes' Notes on Psalms 86:3
Be merciful unto me, O Lord - It was mercy after all that he relied on, and not justice.
Sermons on Psalms 86:3
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The Leader and His Home by David Smith | In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the need for faithful shepherds in the church and in families. He highlights the impact of fathers who have failed to shepherd their familie |
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The Importance of Daily Living by C.A. Coates | C.A. Coates preaches on the importance of daily spiritual disciplines, emphasizing the need for Christians to not only listen to the Word but also search the Scriptures daily to in |
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A Man Who Exalted God by A.W. Tozer | A.W. Tozer emphasizes the importance of exalting God above all else, using Psalm 57 as a foundation. He reflects on David's prayer for God's mercy and his commitment to praise God |
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Under His Wings by John Henry Jowett | John Henry Jowett beautifully illustrates the tender and gracious image of finding refuge under the shadow of God's wings, symbolizing warmth, shelter, and rest in God's loving emb |
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"We'll Do It on Our Own" by David Wilkerson | David Wilkerson emphasizes the danger of self-reliance and rebellion against God, as illustrated by Isaiah's warning to Israel. He explains that true rebellion is not just overt si |
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More on David and the Lord's Lovingkindness by Bob Hoekstra | Bob Hoekstra preaches on the precious lovingkindness of God, drawing parallels between lovingkindness in the Old Testament and grace in the New Testament. He emphasizes how God's l |
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Finished by Erlo Stegen | Erlo Stegen preaches on the profound significance of Jesus' declaration 'It is finished' from John 19:30, emphasizing that this single word encapsulates the depth of God's love and |