2. Because He has inclined His ear to me,therefore I will call upon Him as long as I live.
3. The cords of death encircled me,and the pains of Sheol took hold ofme;I found trouble and sorrow.
4. Then called I upon the name of the Lord:“O Lord, I plead with You, deliver my soul.”
5. Gracious is the Lord, and righteous;indeed, our God is merciful.
6. The Lord protects the simple;I was brought low, and He helped me.
7. Return to your rest, O my soul;for the Lord has vindicated you.