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Psalm 69:33
ESV For the Lord hears the needy and does not despise his own people who are prisoners.
NIV The Lord hears the needy and does not despise his captive people.
NASB For the Lord hears the needy, And does not despise those of His who are prisoners.
CSB For the Lord listens to the needy and does not despise his own who are prisoners.
NLT For the Lord hears the cries of the needy; he does not despise his imprisoned people.
KJV For the Lord heareth the poor, and despiseth not his prisoners.
NKJV For the Lord hears the poor, And does not despise His prisoners.

What does Psalm 69:33 mean?

Please see our chapter commentary on Psalm 69, verse-level content coming soon!
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Context Summary
Psalm 69:30–36 presents another shift in tone and focus. Here, the emphasis is on David's plans to worship God; he anticipates being rescued from harm according to his prayers (Psalm 69:29). David is confident that the Lord cares for those who are persecuted. He calls for universal worship and praise of God and looks forward to a future when God's people are finally at peace.
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Chapter Summary
David opens with a passionate plea for God's rescue. He feels as if he is drowning among enemies and liars. These opponents hate David for his loyalty to the Lord. They even hate him for faithfully continuing to practice his faith. David wants more than to be rescued, however. He calls on God to bring brutal justice to these enemies, including seeing them die with no hope of eternity. David closes the psalm on a more positive note: planning to worship God. This means he fully expects God's long-awaited answer to come in the form of rescue.
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