Psalm 86:15

ESV But you, O Lord, are a God merciful and gracious, slow to anger and abounding in steadfast love and faithfulness.

NIV But you, Lord, are a compassionate and gracious God, slow to anger, abounding in love and faithfulness.

NASB But You, Lord, are a compassionate and gracious God, Slow to anger and abundant in mercy and truth.

CSB But you, Lord, are a compassionate and gracious God, slow to anger and abounding in faithful love and truth.

NLT But you, O Lord, are a God of compassion and mercy, slow to get angry and filled with unfailing love and faithfulness.

KJV But thou, O Lord, art a God full of compassion, and gracious, longsuffering, and plenteous in mercy and truth.

NKJV But You, O Lord, are a God full of compassion, and gracious, Longsuffering and abundant in mercy and truth.

What does Psalm 86:15 mean?

Please see our chapter commentary on Psalm 86, verse-level content coming soon!

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Context Summary
Psalm 86:14–17 closes this prayer with a more specific appeal about the psalmist's trouble. As with other Davidic psalms, this includes mortal threats from enemies (Psalm 35:4; 70:2). Following the pattern of this prayer, the writer includes references to other psalms (Psalm 54:3) and Old Testament history (Exodus 34:6). The prayer ends with an appeal to God for both salvation and assurance.

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Chapter Summary
Three sections form this prayer, which repeats statements from David's psalms and famous portions of the Old Testament. The first section asks for God's rescue during some hardship or danger. The second segment praises the Lord for His divine nature and His prior efforts on the psalmist's behalf. The last section returns to an appeal for salvation in the face of murderous enemies. Throughout this prayer are references to God using multiple terms, including the Hebrew word Adōnā'y, or Adonai, which literally means "Master."

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