16. They never thought about doing anything kind. Instead, they drove those who were poor and needy to their deaths. They did the same thing to those whose hearts were broken.
17. They loved to call down curses on others. May their curses come back on them. They didn't find any pleasure in giving anyone their blessing. May no blessing ever come to them.
18. They called down curses on others as easily as they put on clothes. Cursing was as natural to them as getting a drink of water or putting olive oil on their bodies.
19. May their curses cover them like coats. May their curses be wrapped around them like a belt forever.
20. May that be the Lord's way of paying back those who bring charges against me. May it happen to those who say evil things about me.
21. But Lord and King, be true to your name. Treat me well. Because your love is so good, save me.
22. I am poor and needy. My heart is wounded deep down inside me.
23. I fade away like an evening shadow. I'm like a locust that someone brushes off.
24. My knees are weak because I've gone without food. My body is very thin.
25. Those who bring charges against me laugh at me. When they see me, they shake their heads at me.
26. Lord my God, help me. Save me because you love me.
27. Lord, let my enemies know that you yourself have saved me. You have done it with your own hand.