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.
21. They put bitter spices in my food. They gave me vinegar when I was thirsty.
22. Let their feast be a trap and a snare. Let my enemies get what's coming to them.
23. Let their eyes grow weak so they can't see. Let their backs be bent forever.
24. Pour out your anger on them. Let them feel its burning heat.
25. May their homes be deserted. May no one live in their tents.