23. [Why is the light of day given] to a man whose way is hidden, and whom God has hedged in?
24. For my sighing comes before my food, and my groanings are poured out like water.
25. For the thing which I greatly fear comes upon me, and that of which I am afraid befalls me.
26. I was not or am not at ease, nor had I or have I rest, nor was I or am I quiet, yet trouble came and still comes [upon me].