6. In their misery they cried out to the Lord.And he saved them from their troubles.
7. He led them on a straight roadto a city where they could live.
8. Let them give thanks to the Lord for his loveand for the miracles he does for people.
9. He satisfies the thirsty.He fills up the hungry.
10. Some sat in gloom and darkness.They were prisoners suffering in chains.
11. They had turned against the words of God.They had refused the advice of God Most High.
12. So he broke their pride by hard work.They stumbled, and no one helped.
13. In their misery they cried out to the Lord.And he saved them from their troubles.
14. He brought them out of their gloom and darkness.He broke their chains.
15. Let them give thanks to the Lord for his loveand for the miracles he does for people.
16. He breaks down bronze gates.And he cuts apart iron bars.
17. Some became fools who turned against God.They suffered for the evil they did.