15. Lord, you understand;remember me and care for me.Avenge me on my persecutors.You are long-suffering – do not take me away;think of how I suffer reproach for your sake.
16. When your words came, I ate them;they were my joy and my heart’s delight,for I bear your name,Lord God Almighty.
17. I never sat in the company of revellers,never made merry with them;I sat alone because your hand was on meand you had filled me with indignation.