Psalms 119:141

“I am small and despised - The word here rendered “small” may mean “small” in respect to number - that is, “few,” Micah 5:2; Isaiah 60:22; or in respect to age - “young,” Genesis 19:31; or in respect to dignity - “low;” least in rank or esteem. The language here may be applied to the church as comparatively few; to one who is young; or to one in humble life. Either of these may be a reason why one is regarded as of little consequence, or may be subject to reproach and ridicule. It is not possible to determine in which of these senses the word is used here, or in which sense it was applicable to the psalmist. The word “despised” means treated as unworthy of notice; passed by; looked upon with…”

“119:141 The psalmist is greatly troubled by his oppressors (see 119:143; cp. Isa 53).”

“small: Psa 22:6, Psa 40:17; Pro 15:16, Pro 16:8, Pro 19:1; Isa 53:3; Luk 6:20, Luk 9:58; Co2 8:9; Jam 2:5 yet do: Psa 119:109, Psa 119:176; Pro 3:1 Psalms 119:142”