Key Figures — Psalms 130

3 figures

1. Psalmist

   Author and supplicant seeking God's mercy and forgiveness.

   The Psalmist cries out to the Lord from the depths, expressing a deep sense of repentance and hope in God's unfailing love and redemption.

   Related passages

   • Psalms 51 (A plea for mercy and forgiveness)
   • Lamentations 3:55-57 (Crying out to God from the depths)
   • Romans 8:24-25 (Hope in God's promises)

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2. The Lord

   The object of the Psalmist's plea for mercy and forgiveness.

   The Lord is depicted as merciful and forgiving, the one who redeems Israel from all their sins.

   Related passages

   • Exodus 34:6-7 (God's merciful and forgiving nature)
   • Micah 7:18-19 (God's delight in showing mercy)
   • Ephesians 1:7 (Redemption through Christ)

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3. Israel

   The nation called to hope in the Lord for redemption.

   Israel is encouraged to place their hope in the Lord, who offers steadfast love and full redemption.

   Related passages

   • Psalms 131:3 (Call for Israel to hope in the Lord)
   • Isaiah 43:1 (God's redemption of Israel)
   • Romans 11:26 (All Israel will be saved)

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