Psalm 6 is a penitential psalm of David, expressing deep sorrow and seeking God's mercy. David begins by asking the Lord not to rebuke him in anger or discipline him in wrath. He pleads for God's grace and healing, acknowledging his own weakness and distress. David's soul is troubled, and he asks, "How long, O Lord?" He appeals to God's steadfast love and asks for deliverance, expressing the futility of death in praising God. David's grief is profound, as he describes his weeping and the toll it has taken on him. However, he ends with confidence that the Lord has heard his plea and will accept his prayer, and he anticipates that his enemies will be ashamed and dismayed. This psalm highlights themes of repentance, God's mercy, and the assurance of His response to sincere prayer.