Psalms 27:9 meaning and explanation

Hide not Your face from me, nor turn away Your servant in anger. You have been my helper; do not leave me or forsake me, O God of my salvation.

Psalms 27:9, Berean Standard Bible

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Psalm 27 is David's prayer, moving from confident trust in God as his light and stronghold to an urgent plea for help. In verse 9 he asks God not to hide His face, a Hebrew image for withdrawing favor and presence, and not to turn away His servant in anger.

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