17. Fools, because of their rebellious way and their iniquities, were afflicted.
18. Their soul abhorred all food, and they approached the gates of death.
19. Then they called to Yahweh for help in their trouble. He saved them from their distresses.
20. He sent his word and healed them, and he delivered them from their pits.
21. Let them give thanks to Yahweh for his loyal love, and his wonderful deeds for the children of humankind,
22. and let them offer sacrifices of thanksgiving, and tell of his works with rejoicing.
23. Those who went down to the sea into ships, doing business on the high seas,