Psalms 130:1-2

[1] [[A Song of degrees.]] Out of the depths have I cried unto thee, O LORD. [2] Lord, hear my voice: let thine ears be attentive to the voice of my supplications.

What is the context of Psalms 130:1-2?

My Soul Waits for the Lord (Psalms 130:1-8 true)
Hope for the Redemption of Yahweh (Psalms 130:1-8 true)
Hope in the Lord’s Forgiving Love. (Psalms 130:1-8 true)
A Prayer for Mercy (Psalms 130:1-8 true)
Waiting for the Redemption of the Lord (Psalms 130:1-8 true)
Awaiting Redemption (Psalms 130:1-8 true)

What does Psalms 130:1-2 Mean?

Contextual Meaning

The writer felt that he was at the very bottom of his resources, at the end of his rope (cf. Psalm 30:2-3; Psalm 71:20). This expression stresses the urgency of his request. The particular situation he faced is unknown, but in view of Psalm 130:8 it may have been oppression by an enemy.