Lord, hear my voice; i.e. "hear and grant my request;" or, as explained in the next clause, let thine ears be attentive to the voice of my supplications.
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Psalms 130:2
Psalms 130:2
The Pulpit Commentary · Joseph S. Exell and contributors · Public Domain
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