Psalms 28:2
Hear my cry for mercy
What it says
He asks God to hear his cry for mercy as he lifts his hands toward the holy sanctuary.
What it is doing
This verse intensifies the plea by describing earnest prayer before God's presence.
In context
1Of David. 2Hear my cry for mercy 3Do not drag me away with the wicked, 4Repay them according to their deeds 5Since they show no regard for the works of the LORD 6Blessed be the LORD, 7The LORD is my strength and my shield; 8The LORD is the strength of His people, 9Save Your people and bless Your inheritance;