Psalms 102:21

"to hear the groans of the prisoner, to free those who are condemned to death,"

Key Reflection

In Psalms 102:21, the psalmist calls upon God to hear the cries of prisoners and release those sentenced to die. This verse reflects a deep concern for the suffering of those held captive, whether physically or metaphorically. The cry for deliverance resonates with broader themes in biblical literature where God is seen as both judge and liberator, promising relief to the oppressed and the condemned.

From the Scholars: Barnes' Notes

To declare the name of the Lord in Zion ... -That his name might be declared in Zion, or that his praise might be set up in Jerusalem again. That is, that his people might be returned there, and his praise be celebrated again in the holy city.

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