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class="clickchap" style="color:#001320" title="Click any translation name for full chapter">  (Click for Chapter)</a></div><div id="par"><span class="versiontext"><a href="/niv/psalms/5.htm">New International Version</a></span><br />Hear my cry for help, my King and my God, for to you I pray.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nlt/psalms/5.htm">New Living Translation</a></span><br />Listen to my cry for help, my King and my God, for I pray to no one but you.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/esv/psalms/5.htm">English Standard Version</a></span><br />Give attention to the sound of my cry, my King and my God, for to you do I pray.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/bsb/psalms/5.htm">Berean Standard Bible</a></span><br />Attend to the sound of my cry, my King and my God, for to You I pray.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/kjv/psalms/5.htm">King James Bible</a></span><br />Hearken unto the voice of my cry, my King, and my God: for unto thee will I pray.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nkjv/psalms/5.htm">New King James Version</a></span><br />Give heed to the voice of my cry, My King and my God, For to You I will pray.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb_/psalms/5.htm">New American Standard Bible</a></span><br />Listen to the sound of my cry for help, my King and my God, For to You I pray.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb/psalms/5.htm">NASB 1995</a></span><br />Heed the sound of my cry for help, my King and my God, For to You I pray.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb77/psalms/5.htm">NASB 1977 </a></span><br />Heed the sound of my cry for help, my King and my God, For to Thee do I pray.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lsb/psalms/5.htm">Legacy Standard Bible </a></span><br />Give heed to the sound of my cry for help, my King and my God, For to You I pray.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/amp/psalms/5.htm">Amplified Bible</a></span><br />Heed the sound of my cry for help, my King and my God, For to You I pray.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/csb/psalms/5.htm">Christian Standard Bible</a></span><br />Pay attention to the sound of my cry, my King and my God, for I pray to you.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/hcsb/psalms/5.htm">Holman Christian Standard Bible</a></span><br />Pay attention to the sound of my cry, my King and my God, for I pray to You. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/asv/psalms/5.htm">American Standard Version</a></span><br />Hearken unto the voice of my cry, my King, and my God; For unto thee do I pray.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/cev/psalms/5.htm">Contemporary English Version</a></span><br />You are my King and my God. Answer my cry for help because I pray to you. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/erv/psalms/5.htm">English Revised Version</a></span><br />Hearken unto the voice of my cry, my King, and my God: for unto thee do I pray.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/gwt/psalms/5.htm">GOD'S WORD® Translation</a></span><br />Pay attention to my cry for help, my king and my God, because I pray only to you.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/gnt/psalms/5.htm">Good News Translation</a></span><br />Listen to my cry for help, my God and king! I pray to you, O LORD; <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/isv/psalms/5.htm">International Standard Version</a></span><br />Pay attention to my cry for help, my king and my God, for unto you will I pray.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/msb/psalms/5.htm">Majority Standard Bible</a></span><br />Attend to the sound of my cry, my King and my God, for to You I pray.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/net/psalms/5.htm">NET Bible</a></span><br />Pay attention to my cry for help, my king and my God, for I am praying to you! <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nheb/psalms/5.htm">New Heart English Bible</a></span><br />Give attention to the voice of my cry, my King and my God; for to you do I pray.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/wbt/psalms/5.htm">Webster's Bible Translation</a></span><br />Hearken to the voice of my cry, my King, and my God: for to thee will I pray.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/web/psalms/5.htm">World English Bible</a></span><br />Listen to the voice of my cry, my King and my God, for I pray to you. <div class="vheading2"><b>Literal Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lsv/psalms/5.htm">Literal Standard Version</a></span><br />Be attentive to the voice of my cry, "" My King and my God, "" For I pray to You habitually.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/ylt/psalms/5.htm">Young's Literal Translation</a></span><br /> Be attentive to the voice of my cry, My king and my God, For unto Thee I pray habitually.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/slt/psalms/5.htm">Smith's Literal Translation</a></span><br />Attend to the voice of my supplication, my King and my God: for to thee will I pray.<div class="vheading2"><b>Catholic Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/drb/psalms/5.htm">Douay-Rheims Bible</a></span><br />Hearken to the voice of my prayer, O my King and my God. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/cpdv/psalms/5.htm">Catholic Public Domain Version</a></span><br /><V 5:3>Attend to the voice of my prayer, my King and my God.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nabre/psalms/5.htm">New American Bible</a></span><br />Attend to the sound of my cry, my king and my God! For to you I will pray, LORD; <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nrsvce/psalms/5.htm">New Revised Standard Version</a></span><br />Listen to the sound of my cry, my King and my God, for to you I pray.<div class="vheading2"><b>Translations from Aramaic</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lamsa/psalms/5.htm">Lamsa Bible</a></span><br />Hearken to the voice of my cry, my King and my God; for to thee do I pray.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/hpbt/psalms/5.htm">Peshitta Holy Bible Translated</a></span><br />Give ear to the voice of my cry, my King and my God, because it is to you that I pray.<div class="vheading2"><b>OT Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/jps/psalms/5.htm">JPS Tanakh 1917</a></span><br />Hearken unto the voice of my cry, my King, and my God; For unto Thee do I pray.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/sep/psalms/5.htm">Brenton Septuagint Translation</a></span><br />Attend to the voice of my supplication, my King, and my God: for to thee, O Lord, will I pray.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/parallel/psalms/5-2.htm">Additional Translations ...</a></span></div></div></div><div id="centbox"><div class="padcent"><a name="audio" id="audio"></a><div class="vheadingv"><b>Audio Bible</b></div><iframe width="100%" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/nFaD2oDhKPc?start=269" title="YouTube video player" frameborder="0" allow="accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share" allowfullscreen></iframe><span class="p"><br /><br /><br /></span><div class="vheadingv"><b>Context</b></div><span class="hdg"><a href="/bsb/psalms/5.htm">Give Ear to My Words</a></span><br><span class="reftext">1</span>For the choirmaster, to be accompanied by flutes. A Psalm of David. Give ear to my words, O LORD; consider my groaning. <span class="reftext">2</span><span class="highl"><a href="/hebrew/7181.htm" title="7181: haq·šî·ḇāh (V-Hifil-Imp-ms:: 3fs) -- To incline (ears), attend. A primitive root; to prick up the ears, i.e. Hearken.">Attend to</a> <a href="/hebrew/6963.htm" title="6963: lə·qō·wl (Prep-l:: N-msc) -- Sound, voice. Or qol; from an unused root meaning to call aloud; a voice or sound.">the sound</a> <a href="/hebrew/7773.htm" title="7773: šaw·‘î (N-msc:: 1cs) -- A halloo. From shava'; a halloo.">of my cry,</a> <a href="/hebrew/4428.htm" title="4428: mal·kî (N-msc:: 1cs) -- King. From malak; a king.">my King</a> <a href="/hebrew/430.htm" title="430: wê·lō·hāy (Conj-w:: N-mpc:: 1cs) -- Plural of 'elowahh; gods in the ordinary sense; but specifically used of the supreme God">and my God,</a> <a href="/hebrew/3588.htm" title="3588: kî- (Conj) -- That, for, when. ">for</a> <a href="/hebrew/413.htm" title="413: ’ê·le·ḵā (Prep:: 2ms) -- To, into, towards. ">to You</a> <a href="/hebrew/6419.htm" title="6419: ’eṯ·pal·lāl (V-Hitpael-Imperf-1cs) -- To intervene, interpose. A primitive root; to judge; by extension, to intercede, pray.">I pray.</a> </span><span class="reftext">3</span>In the morning, O LORD, You hear my voice; at daybreak I lay my plea before You and wait in expectation.…<div class="cred"><a href="//berean.bible">Berean Standard Bible</a> · <a href="//berean.bible/downloads.htm">Download</a></div><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a name="crossref" id="crossref"></a><div class="vheading">Cross References</div><div id="crf"><span class="crossverse"><a href="/psalms/55-1.htm">Psalm 55:1-2</a></span><br />For the choirmaster. With stringed instruments. A Maskil of David. Listen to my prayer, O God, and do not ignore my plea. / Attend to me and answer me. I am restless in my complaint, and distraught<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/psalms/17-1.htm">Psalm 17:1</a></span><br />A prayer of David. Hear, O LORD, my righteous plea; listen to my cry. Give ear to my prayer—it comes from lips free of deceit.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/psalms/86-6.htm">Psalm 86:6</a></span><br />Hear my prayer, O LORD, and attend to my plea for mercy.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/psalms/130-2.htm">Psalm 130:2</a></span><br />O Lord, hear my voice; let Your ears be attentive to my plea for mercy.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/psalms/143-1.htm">Psalm 143:1</a></span><br />A Psalm of David. O LORD, hear my prayer. In Your faithfulness, give ear to my plea; in Your righteousness, answer me.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/1_kings/8-28.htm">1 Kings 8:28</a></span><br />Yet regard the prayer and plea of Your servant, O LORD my God, so that You may hear the cry and the prayer that Your servant is praying before You today.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/nehemiah/1-6.htm">Nehemiah 1:6</a></span><br />let Your eyes be open and Your ears attentive to hear the prayer that I, Your servant, now pray before You day and night for Your servants, the Israelites. I confess the sins that we Israelites have committed against You. Both I and my father’s house have sinned.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/daniel/9-17.htm">Daniel 9:17-18</a></span><br />So now, our God, hear the prayers and petitions of Your servant. For Your sake, O Lord, cause Your face to shine upon Your desolate sanctuary. / Incline Your ear, O my God, and hear; open Your eyes and see the desolation of the city that bears Your name. For we are not presenting our petitions before You because of our righteous acts, but because of Your great compassion.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/isaiah/37-17.htm">Isaiah 37:17</a></span><br />Incline Your ear, O LORD, and hear; open Your eyes, O LORD, and see. Listen to all the words that Sennacherib has sent to defy the living God.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/jeremiah/29-12.htm">Jeremiah 29:12</a></span><br />Then you will call upon Me and come and pray to Me, and I will listen to you.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/matthew/6-9.htm">Matthew 6:9</a></span><br />So then, this is how you should pray: ‘Our Father in heaven, hallowed be Your name.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/luke/11-2.htm">Luke 11:2</a></span><br />So Jesus told them, “When you pray, say: ‘Father, hallowed be Your name. Your kingdom come.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/romans/8-15.htm">Romans 8:15</a></span><br />For you did not receive a spirit of slavery that returns you to fear, but you received the Spirit of adoption to sonship, by whom we cry, “Abba! Father!”<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/ephesians/2-18.htm">Ephesians 2:18</a></span><br />For through Him we both have access to the Father by one Spirit.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/hebrews/4-16.htm">Hebrews 4:16</a></span><br />Let us then approach the throne of grace with confidence, so that we may receive mercy and find grace to help us in our time of need.</div><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a name="tsk" id="tsk"><div class="vheading">Treasury of Scripture</div><p class="tsk2">Listen to the voice of my cry, my King, and my God: for to you will I pray.</p><p class="hdg">unto the</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/psalms/3-4.htm">Psalm 3:4</a></b></br> I cried unto the LORD with my voice, and he heard me out of his holy hill. Selah.</p><p class="hdg">my King</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/psalms/10-16.htm">Psalm 10:16</a></b></br> The LORD <i>is</i> King for ever and ever: the heathen are perished out of his land.</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/psalms/24-7.htm">Psalm 24:7,8</a></b></br> Lift up your heads, O ye gates; and be ye lift up, ye everlasting doors; and the King of glory shall come in… </p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/psalms/44-4.htm">Psalm 44:4</a></b></br> Thou art my King, O God: command deliverances for Jacob.</p><p class="hdg">unto thee</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/psalms/65-2.htm">Psalm 65:2</a></b></br> O thou that hearest prayer, unto thee shall all flesh come.</p><div class="vheading">Jump to Previous</div><a href="/nehemiah/8-3.htm">Attentive</a> <a href="/psalms/3-4.htm">Cry</a> <a href="/psalms/3-4.htm">Crying</a> <a href="/job/22-14.htm">Habitually</a> <a href="/job/37-14.htm">Hearken</a> <a href="/psalms/5-1.htm">Heed</a> <a href="/psalms/3-2.htm">Help</a> <a href="/psalms/4-1.htm">Prayer</a> <a href="/psalms/4-4.htm">Sound</a> <a href="/psalms/3-4.htm">Voice</a><div class="vheading2">Jump to Next</div><a href="/psalms/34-15.htm">Attentive</a> <a href="/psalms/6-9.htm">Cry</a> <a href="/psalms/18-41.htm">Crying</a> <a href="/psalms/26-3.htm">Habitually</a> <a href="/psalms/34-11.htm">Hearken</a> <a href="/psalms/17-1.htm">Heed</a> <a href="/psalms/9-10.htm">Help</a> <a href="/psalms/5-3.htm">Prayer</a> <a href="/psalms/6-8.htm">Sound</a> <a href="/psalms/5-3.htm">Voice</a><div class="vheading2">Psalm 5</div><span class="reftext">1. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/psalms/5-1.htm">David prays, and professes his study in prayer</a></span><br><span class="reftext">4. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/psalms/5-4.htm">God favors not the wicked</a></span><br><span class="reftext">7. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/psalms/5-7.htm">David, professing his faith, prays to God to guide him</a></span><br><span class="reftext">10. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/psalms/5-10.htm">to destroy his enemies</a></span><br><span class="reftext">11. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/psalms/5-11.htm">and to preserve the godly</a></span><br></div></div><div id="mdd"><div align="center"><div class="bot2"><table align="center" width="100%"><tr><td><div align="center"> <script id="3d27ed63fc4348d5b062c4527ae09445"> (new Image()).src = 'https://capi.connatix.com/tr/si?token=51ce25d5-1a8c-424a-8695-4bd48c750f35&cid=3a9f82d0-4344-4f8d-ac0c-e1a0eb43a405'; </script> <script id="b817b7107f1d4a7997da1b3c33457e03"> (new Image()).src = 'https://capi.connatix.com/tr/si?token=cb0edd8b-b416-47eb-8c6d-3cc96561f7e8&cid=3a9f82d0-4344-4f8d-ac0c-e1a0eb43a405'; </script><br /><br />  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-2'> </div><br /><br />  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-0' style='max-width: 300px;'> </div><br /><br />  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-3'> </div><br /><br />  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-1' style='max-width: 300px;'> </div><br /><br />  <div align="center" id='div-gpt-ad-1531425649696-0'> </div><br /><br /> <ins class="adsbygoogle" style="display:inline-block;width:200px;height:200px" data-ad-client="ca-pub-3753401421161123" data-ad-slot="3592799687"></ins> <script> (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); </script> <br /><br /> </div> </td></tr></table></div></div></div><div id="combox"><div class="padcom"><a name="study" id="study"></a><div class="vheading"><table width="100%"><tr><td width="99%" valign="top"><a href="/study/psalms/5.htm">Study Bible</a></td><td width="1%" valign="top"><a href="/study/psalms/" title="Book Summary and Study">Book ◦</a> <a href="/study/chapters/psalms/5.htm" title="Chapter summary and Study">Chapter </a></tr></table></div><b>Attend to the sound of my cry</b><br>This phrase reflects a deep sense of urgency and desperation in prayer. The psalmist, traditionally understood to be David, is pleading for God's attention. The use of "cry" indicates a heartfelt, emotional plea, suggesting a situation of distress or need. In the cultural context of ancient Israel, crying out to God was a common practice, especially in times of trouble. This reflects the belief in a personal God who hears and responds to the cries of His people, as seen in <a href="/exodus/3-7.htm">Exodus 3:7</a>, where God hears the cries of the Israelites in Egypt.<p><b>my King and my God</b><br>By addressing God as "my King," the psalmist acknowledges God's sovereign rule over all creation, including his own life. This title emphasizes God's authority and power, aligning with the theocratic understanding of God's kingship in Israel. The phrase "my God" denotes a personal relationship, highlighting the covenantal bond between God and His people. This dual acknowledgment of God as both King and personal God is echoed in other scriptures, such as <a href="/psalms/84-3.htm">Psalm 84:3</a>, and points to the ultimate kingship of Christ, who is both sovereign and intimately involved with His followers.<p><b>for to You I pray</b><br>This phrase underscores the exclusivity of the psalmist's devotion and reliance on God. In the historical context, surrounding nations often worshiped multiple deities, but the psalmist directs his prayers solely to the one true God of Israel. This reflects the monotheistic faith of the Israelites and their understanding of God as the only source of help and salvation. The act of prayer itself is a demonstration of faith and dependence on God, as seen throughout the Psalms and exemplified in the life of Jesus, who often withdrew to pray to the Father (<a href="/luke/5-16.htm">Luke 5:16</a>).<div class="vheading2">Persons / Places / Events</div>1. <b><a href="/topical/d/david.htm">David</a></b><br>The author of <a href="/bsb/psalms/5.htm">Psalm 5</a>, David is expressing his deep reliance on God through prayer. As a king himself, he acknowledges God as the ultimate King and authority.<br><br>2. <b><a href="/topical/g/god.htm">God</a></b><br>Referred to as "my King and my God," highlighting His sovereignty and personal relationship with David.<br><br>3. <b><a href="/topical/p/prayer.htm">Prayer</a></b><br>The act of communicating with God, which is central to this verse. David is seeking God's attention and intervention.<div class="vheading2">Teaching Points</div><b><a href="/topical/t/the_importance_of_prayer.htm">The Importance of Prayer</a></b><br>David's example shows that prayer is a vital part of a believer's life. It is a means of expressing dependence on God and seeking His guidance.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/r/recognizing_god's_sovereignty.htm">Recognizing God's Sovereignty</a></b><br>By addressing God as "my King and my God," David acknowledges God's ultimate authority over his life. Believers are encouraged to submit to God's rule.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/p/personal_relationship_with_god.htm">Personal Relationship with God</a></b><br>David's use of "my" indicates a personal relationship with God. Believers are reminded that God desires a personal connection with each of His children.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/g/god's_attentiveness.htm">God's Attentiveness</a></b><br>The plea for God to "attend" to his cry assures believers that God listens to their prayers and is attentive to their needs.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/c/consistency_in_prayer.htm">Consistency in Prayer</a></b><br>David's regular practice of prayer serves as a model for believers to maintain a consistent prayer life, regardless of circumstances.<div class="vheading2">Lists and Questions</div><a href="/top10/lessons_from_psalm_5.htm">Top 10 Lessons from Psalm 5</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/evidence_for_david's_psalm_38_affliction.htm">If David wrote Psalm 38, is there historical or archaeological evidence supporting his severe affliction described here?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/what's_music's_role_in_church.htm">What is music's role and purpose in the church?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/who_is_the_one_true_god.htm">What does 'You are my Son' signify?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/how_can_flawed_david_teach_morality.htm">If Psalm 15 is attributed to David, how can a flawed king instruct perfect moral conduct without undermining his own credibility?</a><a name="commentary" id="commentary"></a><div class="vheading2"><a href="/commentaries/pulpit/psalms/5.htm">Pulpit Commentary</a></div><span class="cmt_sub_title">Verse 2.</span> - <span class="cmt_word">Hearken unto the voice of my cry</span> (comp. <a href="/psalms/27-7.htm">Psalm 27:7</a>; <a href="/psalms/28-2.htm">Psalm 28:2</a>; <a href="/psalms/64-1.htm">Psalm 64:1</a>; <a href="/psalms/119-149.htm">Psalm 119:149</a>; <a href="/psalms/130-2.htm">Psalm 130:2</a>; <a href="/psalms/140-6.htm">Psalm 140:6</a>). The Oriental habit of making requests in loud and shrill tones is the origin of these forms of speech. My King. David was "king" over Israel; but Jehovah was "King" over David (comp. <a href="/psalms/10-16.htm">Psalm 10:16</a>; <a href="/psalms/29-10.htm">Psalm 29:10</a>; <a href="/psalms/44-4.htm">Psalm 44:4</a>; <a href="/psalms/47-6.htm">Psalm 47:6</a>, etc.). And my God (see <a href="/psalms/84-3.htm">Psalm 84:3</a>). For auto thee will I pray. To thee, <span class="accented">i.e.</span>, and to no other. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/commentaries/psalms/5-2.htm">Parallel Commentaries ...</a></span><span class="p"><br /><br /><br /></span><a name="lexicon" id="lexicon"></a><div class="vheading">Hebrew</div><span class="word">Attend to</span><br /><span class="heb">הַקְשִׁ֤יבָה ׀</span> <span class="translit">(haq·šî·ḇāh)</span><br /><span class="parse">Verb - Hifil - Imperative - masculine singular | third person feminine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_7181.htm">Strong's 7181: </a> </span><span class="str2">To prick up the ears, hearken</span><br /><br /><span class="word">the sound</span><br /><span class="heb">לְק֬וֹל</span> <span class="translit">(lə·qō·wl)</span><br /><span class="parse">Preposition-l | Noun - masculine singular construct<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_6963.htm">Strong's 6963: </a> </span><span class="str2">A voice, sound</span><br /><br /><span class="word">of my cry,</span><br /><span class="heb">שַׁוְעִ֗י</span> <span class="translit">(šaw·‘î)</span><br /><span class="parse">Noun - masculine singular construct | first person common singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_7773.htm">Strong's 7773: </a> </span><span class="str2">A halloo</span><br /><br /><span class="word">my King</span><br /><span class="heb">מַלְכִּ֥י</span> <span class="translit">(mal·kî)</span><br /><span class="parse">Noun - masculine singular construct | first person common singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_4428.htm">Strong's 4428: </a> </span><span class="str2">A king</span><br /><br /><span class="word">and my God,</span><br /><span class="heb">וֵאלֹהָ֑י</span> <span class="translit">(wê·lō·hāy)</span><br /><span class="parse">Conjunctive waw | Noun - masculine plural construct | first person common singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_430.htm">Strong's 430: </a> </span><span class="str2">gods -- the supreme God, magistrates, a superlative</span><br /><br /><span class="word">for</span><br /><span class="heb">כִּֽי־</span> <span class="translit">(kî-)</span><br /><span class="parse">Conjunction<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_3588.htm">Strong's 3588: </a> </span><span class="str2">A relative conjunction</span><br /><br /><span class="word">to You</span><br /><span class="heb">אֵ֝לֶ֗יךָ</span> <span class="translit">(’ê·le·ḵā)</span><br /><span class="parse">Preposition | second person masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_413.htm">Strong's 413: </a> </span><span class="str2">Near, with, among, to</span><br /><br /><span class="word">I pray.</span><br /><span class="heb">אֶתְפַּלָּֽל׃</span> <span class="translit">(’eṯ·pal·lāl)</span><br /><span class="parse">Verb - Hitpael - Imperfect - first person common singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_6419.htm">Strong's 6419: </a> </span><span class="str2">To judge, to intercede, pray</span><br /><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><div class="vheading">Links</div><a href="/niv/psalms/5-2.htm">Psalm 5:2 NIV</a><br /><a href="/nlt/psalms/5-2.htm">Psalm 5:2 NLT</a><br /><a href="/esv/psalms/5-2.htm">Psalm 5:2 ESV</a><br /><a href="/nasb/psalms/5-2.htm">Psalm 5:2 NASB</a><br /><a href="/kjv/psalms/5-2.htm">Psalm 5:2 KJV</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="//bibleapps.com/psalms/5-2.htm">Psalm 5:2 BibleApps.com</a><br /><a href="//bibliaparalela.com/psalms/5-2.htm">Psalm 5:2 Biblia Paralela</a><br /><a href="//holybible.com.cn/psalms/5-2.htm">Psalm 5:2 Chinese Bible</a><br /><a href="//saintebible.com/psalms/5-2.htm">Psalm 5:2 French Bible</a><br /><a href="/catholic/psalms/5-2.htm">Psalm 5:2 Catholic Bible</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/psalms/5-2.htm">OT Poetry: Psalm 5:2 Listen to the voice of my cry (Psalm Ps Psa.) </a></div></div></td></tr></table></div><div id="left"><a href="/psalms/5-1.htm" onmouseover='lft.src="/leftgif.png"' onmouseout='lft.src="/left.png"' title="Psalm 5:1"><img src="/left.png" name="lft" border="0" alt="Psalm 5:1" /></a></div><div id="right"><a href="/psalms/5-3.htm" onmouseover='rght.src="/rightgif.png"' onmouseout='rght.src="/right.png"' title="Psalm 5:3"><img src="/right.png" name="rght" border="0" alt="Psalm 5:3" /></a></div><div id="botleft"><a href="#" onmouseover='botleft.src="/botleftgif.png"' onmouseout='botleft.src="/botleft.png"' title="Top of Page"><img src="/botleft.png" name="botleft" border="0" alt="Top of Page" /></a></div><div id="botright"><a href="#" onmouseover='botright.src="/botrightgif.png"' onmouseout='botright.src="/botright.png"' title="Top of Page"><img src="/botright.png" name="botright" border="0" alt="Top of Page" /></a></div><div id="bot"><iframe width="100%" height="1500" scrolling="no" src="/botmenubhnew2.htm" frameborder="0"></iframe></div></td></tr></table></div></body></html>