What does Psalm 6:1 mean?

Psalm 6:1 highlights themes such as rebuke, anger, discipline when read in context.

How should I apply Psalm 6:1 today?

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

O LORD, rebuke me not in thine anger, neither chasten me in thy hot displeasure.

1O LORD, rebuke me not in thine anger, neither chasten me in thy hot displeasure.

2Have mercy upon me, O LORD; for I am weak: O LORD, heal me; for my bones are vexed.

3My soul is also sore vexed: but thou, O LORD, how long?

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Hebrews 12:5-6
This passage discusses God's discipline of His children, similar to the plea for mercy in Psalm 6:1.
Proverbs 3:11-12
Both verses address the theme of not despising the Lord's discipline.
Psalm 38:1
This verse echoes the plea for mercy in times of God's displeasure.