3. For the enemy has persecuted my soul; He has crushed my life to the ground; He has made me dwell in dark places, like those who have long been dead.
4. Therefore my spirit is overwhelmed within me; My heart is appalled within me.
5. I remember the days of old; I meditate on all Your doings; I muse on the work of Your hands.
6. I stretch out my hands to You; My soul longs for You, as a parched land. Selah.
7. Answer me quickly, O Lord, my spirit fails; Do not hide Your face from me, Or I will become like those who go down to the pit.
8. Let me hear Your lovingkindness in the morning; For I trust in You; Teach me the way in which I should walk; For to You I lift up my soul.