Psalms 6:1
For the choirmaster. With stringed instruments, according to Sheminith. A Psalm of David.
What it says
For the choirmaster with stringed instruments according to Sheminith, a psalm of David that asks not to be rebuked in anger.
What it is doing
This verse frames the lament as both liturgical song and plea for merciful restraint.
In context
1For the choirmaster. With stringed instruments, according to Sheminith. A Psalm of David. 2Be merciful to me, O LORD, for I am frail; 3My soul is deeply distressed. 4Turn, O LORD, and deliver my soul; 5For there is no mention of You in death; 6I am weary from groaning; 7My eyes fail from grief; 8Depart from me, all you workers of iniquity, 9The LORD has heard my cry for mercy; 10All my enemies will be ashamed and dismayed;