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Psalm 86:5
ESV For you, O Lord, are good and forgiving, abounding in steadfast love to all who call upon you.
NIV You, Lord, are forgiving and good, abounding in love to all who call to you.
NASB For You, Lord, are good, and ready to forgive, And abundant in mercy to all who call upon You.
CSB For you, Lord, are kind and ready to forgive, abounding in faithful love to all who call on you.
NLT O Lord, you are so good, so ready to forgive, so full of unfailing love for all who ask for your help.
KJV For thou, Lord, art good, and ready to forgive; and plenteous in mercy unto all them that call upon thee.
NKJV For You, Lord, are good, and ready to forgive, And abundant in mercy to all those who call upon You.

What does Psalm 86:5 mean?

Please see our chapter commentary on Psalm 86, verse-level content coming soon!
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Context Summary
Psalm 86:1–7 opens a prayer which seems to combine parts of David's psalms and quotations from the books of Moses. This calls out to God for help in a time of trouble. The psalmist repeatedly mentions the Lord's forgiving, loving nature. The second section of the prayer praises God for His uniqueness. The final passage is more specific about the dangers being faced.
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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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