Psa 51:9 | JFB | STEP | 7-12. A series of prayers for forgiveness and purifying. Purge ... hyssop-- The use of this plant in the ritual ( ; , ) suggests the idea of atonement as prominent here; "purge" refers to vicarious satisfaction ( ).

‏ Psalms 51:9

7-12. A series of prayers for forgiveness and purifying.

Purge ... hyssop--The use of this plant in the ritual (Ex 12:22; Nu 19:6, 18) suggests the idea of atonement as prominent here; "purge" refers to vicarious satisfaction (Nu 19:17-20).