What does Psalm 88:17 mean?

Psalm 88:17 highlights themes such as desperation, oppression, suffering when read in context.

How should I apply Psalm 88:17 today?

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

They came round about me daily like water; they compassed me about together.

15I am afflicted and ready to die from my youth up: while I suffer thy terrors I am distracted.

16Thy fierce wrath goeth over me; thy terrors have cut me off.

17They came round about me daily like water; they compassed me about together.

18Lover and friend hast thou put far from me, and mine acquaintance into darkness.

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Psalm 22:16
Both verses convey a sense of being surrounded and overwhelmed by troubles.
Lamentations 3:54
This verse also reflects feelings of being surrounded by despair.
Matthew 26:38
Jesus expressed deep anguish, similar to the feelings of being encompassed by troubles.