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I am as satisfied as with rich food; my mouth praises you with joy on my lips

I am sinking down in the mud, and there is no foothold; I have come into deep water; the flood is sweeping over me.

I am exhausted from crying, my throat is dry and sore, my eyes are worn out with looking for my God.

Those who hate me for no reason outnumber the hairs on my head. My persecutors are powerful, my enemies accuse me falsely. Am I expected to return things I didn't steal?

God, you know how foolish I am; my guilt is not hidden from you.

I am estranged from my brothers, an alien to my mother's children,

Don't hide your face from your servant, for I am in trouble; answer me quickly.

You know how I am insulted, shamed and disgraced; before you stand all my foes.

Meanwhile, I am afflicted and hurting; God, let your saving power raise me up.

But may all those who seek you be glad and take joy in you. May those who love your salvation say always, "God is great and glorious!" But I am poor and needy; God, hurry for me. You are my helper and rescuer; Adonai , don't delay!

To many, I am an amazing example; but you are strong protection for me.

for all day long I am plagued; my punishment comes every morning.

Nevertheless, I am always with you; you hold my right hand.

On the day of my distress I am seeking Adonai; my hands are lifted up; my tears flow all night without ceasing; my heart refuses comfort.

You hold my eyelids [and keep me from sleeping]; I am too troubled to speak.

I am Adonai your God, who brought you up from the land of Egypt. Open your mouth, and I will fill it.'

I am listening. What will God, Adonai , say? For he will speak peace to his people, to his holy ones — but only if they don't relapse into folly.

A prayer of David: Listen, Adonai , and answer me, for I am poor and needy.

Preserve my life, for I am faithful; save your servant, who puts his trust in you because you are my God.

On the day of my trouble I am calling on you, for you will answer me.