14. Like animals going down into a valley,they were given rest by the Lord’s Spirit.In this way you guided your peopleto make an honored name for yourself.
15. Look down and see from heaven, from your holy and beautiful dwelling.Where is your determination and might?Where is the longing of your heart and your compassion?Don’t hold back.
16. You are our Father.Even though Abraham doesn’t know usand Israel doesn’t pay attention to us,O Lord, you are our Father.Your name is our Defender From Everlasting.
17. O Lord, why do you let us wander from your waysand become so stubborn that we are unable to fear you?Return for the sake of your servants.They are the tribes that belong to you.
18. Your holy people possessed the land for a little while.Our enemies have trampled on your holy place.
19. We have become like those whom you never ruled,like those who are not called by your name.