15. Don't let the floods cover me. Don't let the deep water swallow me up. Don't let the grave close its mouth over me.
16. Lord, answer me because your love is so good. Turn to me because you are so kind.
17. Don't turn your face away from me. Answer me quickly. I'm in trouble.
18. Come near and save me. Set me free from my enemies.
19. You know how they make fun of me. They dishonor me and put me to shame. You know all about my enemies.
20. They have broken my heart by saying evil things about me. It has left me helpless. I looked for pity, but I didn't find any. I looked for someone to comfort me, but I didn't find anyone.