8. I lie awake and moan,like a lone sparrow on the roof.
9. All day long my enemies taunt me;in their rage, they make my name a curse.
10. I eat ashes like bread,mingle my drink with tears.
11. Because of your furious wrath,you lifted me up just to cast me down.
12. My days are like a lengthening shadow;I wither like the grass.
13. But you, Lord, are enthroned forever;your renown is for all generations.
14. You will again show mercy to Zion;now is the time for pity;the appointed time has come.
15. Its stones are dear to your servants;its dust moves them to pity.