Psalm 18:4 Meaning
The sorrows of death compassed me, and the floods of ungodly men made me afraid.
Context Explained
2The LORD is my rock, and my fortress, and my deliverer; my God, my strength, in whom I will trust; my buckler, and the horn of my salvation, and my high tower.
3I will call upon the LORD, who is worthy to be praised: so shall I be saved from mine enemies.
4The sorrows of death compassed me, and the floods of ungodly men made me afraid.
5The sorrows of hell compassed me about: the snares of death prevented me.
6In my distress I called upon the LORD, and cried unto my God: he heard my voice out of his temple, and my cry came before him, even into his ears.
Key Themes
Related Cross References
Psalm 69:1
Both verses express a sense of being overwhelmed by troubles and fear.
Hebrews 2:15
This verse discusses Jesus freeing those who fear death, connecting to the theme of fear in Psalm 18:4.
Matthew 14:30
Peter's fear when sinking parallels the fear expressed in this verse.
Source: Psalm 18:4