Psalms 71:9 meaning and explanation

Do not discard me in my old age; do not forsake me when my strength fails.

Psalms 71:9, Berean Standard Bible

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The speaker is an older worshiper of God, likely in the temple community, who has trusted the Lord since birth and now faces enemies who claim God has abandoned him (verses 10 to 11). Having recalled God's faithfulness from youth, he asks not to be cast aside as his strength declines.

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