17. Morning, noon, and nightyou hear my concernsand my complaints.
18. I am attacked from all sides,but you will rescue meunharmed by the battle.
19. You have always ruled,and you will hear me.You will defeat my enemiesbecause they won't turnand worship you.
20. My friend turned against meand broke his promise.
21. His words were smootherthan butter, and softerthan olive oil.But hatred filled his heart,and he was ready to attackwith a sword.
22. Our Lord, we belong to you.We tell you what worries us,and you won't let us fall.
23. But what about those peoplewho are cruel and brutal?You will throw them downinto the deepest pitlong before their time.I trust you, Lord!