What does Psalm 22:19 mean?

Psalm 22:19 highlights themes such as faith and obedience when read in context.

How should I apply Psalm 22:19 today?

Read the surrounding passage, compare related cross references, and turn the verse into a short prayer and concrete action.

But be not thou far from me, O LORD: O my strength, haste thee to help me.

17I may tell all my bones: they look and stare upon me.

18They part my garments among them, and cast lots upon my vesture.

19But be not thou far from me, O LORD: O my strength, haste thee to help me.

20Deliver my soul from the sword; my darling from the power of the dog.

21Save me from the lion's mouth: for thou hast heard me from the horns of the unicorns.

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