Out of the depths, I cry to you, O Lord; Lord, hear my voice! Let your ears be attentive to the voice of my supplications.
If you, O Lord, should mark iniquities, Lord, who could stand? But there is forgiveness with you, so that you may be revered.
I wait for the Lord, my soul waits, and in his word, I hope; my soul waits for the Lord more than those who watch for the morning.
O Israel, hope in the Lord! For with the Lord, there is steadfast love, and with him is great power to redeem.
It is he who will redeem Israel from all its iniquities.
Details about OUT OF THE DEPTHS # 1 Also known as “De Profundis” (Psalm 130)
The “De Profundis” or “Out of the Depths” is the name given to Psalm 130 in the Catholic Church. This psalm has been known to the Christian community since the early days of the Church and was often used in liturgical prayers and private devotions. It has been used in the liturgy of Advent in the Western Church since the sixth century.
The name “De Profundis” is taken from the opening words of Psalm 130 in the Latin Vulgate translation of the Bible. In English, the psalm begins with the words “Out of the Depths.” These words express the feeling of despair and hopelessness that the psalmist is experiencing.
The psalm is a cry to God for mercy and forgiveness. The psalmist acknowledges his sinfulness and asks God to hear his supplication. He expresses his confidence in God’s mercy and redemption.
The “De Profundis” has been a source of comfort and consolation for many throughout the ages. It has been set to music by many composers, including Johann Sebastian Bach, who wrote a cantata based on the psalm. It has also been the inspiration for numerous works of art, including paintings and sculptures.
Today, the “De Profundis” is still used in the liturgy of the Catholic Church, particularly during times of penitence and mourning. It is a reminder to all believers that our hope and our trust should always be placed in God, who is merciful and forgiving.