Psalm 51:5 · KJV

"Behold, I was shapen in iniquity; and in sin did my mother conceive me."

King James Version

Passage Context

³For I acknowledge my transgressions: and my sin is ever before me.

⁴Against thee, thee only, have I sinned, and done this evil in thy sight: that thou mightest be justified when thou speakest, and be clear when thou judgest.

⁵Behold, I was shapen in iniquity; and in sin did my mother conceive me.

⁶Behold, thou desirest truth in the inward parts: and in the hidden part thou shalt make me to know wisdom.

⁷Purge me with hyssop, and I shall be clean: wash me, and I shall be whiter than snow.

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Reflection Questions

How do you view your own nature in relation to sin?

What does it mean for you to acknowledge your faults?

When have you felt the weight of your sinfulness?

Life Application

self-awareness

Practice humility by recognizing your imperfections and seeking forgiveness.

spiritual growth

Engage in regular self-reflection to understand your spiritual condition.

People in This Verse

DavidBoth

The second king of Israel, known for his leadership, poetry, and a heart for God. He is a central figure in both Jewish and Christian traditions.

First appearance: 1 Samuel 16:1

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