He putteth his mouth in the dust; if so be there may be hope.
Ver. 29. He putteth his mouth in the dust.] He lieth low at God's feet: putting himself into the hands of justice, yet in hope of mercy. See 1 Corinthians 14:25 .
If so be there may be hope.] Heb., Peradventure there is hope - q.d., doubtless there is; however, I will try, since I have lost many a worse labour.