3. For the enemy has persecuted my soul;He has crushed my life to the ground;He has made me dwell in darkness,Like those who have long been dead.
4. Therefore my spirit is overwhelmed within me;My heart within me is distressed.
5. I remember the days of old;I meditate on all Your works;I muse on the work of Your hands.
6. I spread out my hands to You;My soul longs for You like a thirsty land.Selah
7. Answer me speedily, O Lord;My spirit fails!Do not hide Your face from me,Lest I be like those who go down into the pit.