25:7 Do not hold against me 1 the sins of my youth 2 or my rebellious acts!
Because you are faithful to me, extend to me your favor, O Lord! 3
25:11 For the sake of your reputation, 4 O Lord,
forgive my sin, because it is great. 5
1 tn Heb “do not remember,” with the intention of punishing.
2 sn That is, the sins characteristic of youths, who lack moral discretion and wisdom.
3 tn Heb “according to your faithfulness, remember me, you, for the sake of your goodness, O
4 tn Heb “name.” By forgiving the sinful psalmist, the
5 sn Forgive my sin, because it is great. The psalmist readily admits his desperate need for forgiveness.