17. The prayer of the destitute Although the deliverance of the exiles was signally the work of God, and promised, yet they were to pray for it as a condition of fulfilment. Jeremiah 29:12-13; Ezekiel 36:37; Daniel 9:2-3. Destitute Literally, Naked. The word denotes utter poverty and helplessness. Yet God despises not their prayer. read more
Whedon's Commentary on the Bible - Psalms 102:17
17. The prayer of the destitute Although the deliverance of the exiles was signally the work of God, and promised, yet they were to pray for it as a condition of fulfilment. Jeremiah 29:12-13; Ezekiel 36:37; Daniel 9:2-3. Destitute Literally, Naked. The word denotes utter poverty and helplessness. Yet God despises not their prayer. read more