Psalms 6:8 - Commentary Critical and Explanatory on the Whole Bible

Bible Comments

Depart from me, all ye workers of iniquity; for the LORD hath heard the voice of my weeping.

Immediately after his heartfelt contrition follows his restoration to God's favour, and to confident anticipation of triumph over his enemies.

Depart from me, all ye workers of iniquity - i:e. desist from your assaults, because they are all in vain (cf. Psalms 6:10), as I am under God's special protection. After bitter wailings over weakness, faith suddenly gains the victory, God hearing his cry, and giving him peace.

The voice of my weeping. Silent grief is uncommon in the East. It is generally expressed in loud wailings with the "voice,"

Psalms 6:8

8 Depart from me, all ye workers of iniquity; for the LORD hath heard the voice of my weeping.