24. “Surely no one would turn against the needywhen they cry for help in their trouble.
25. Did I not weep for those in trouble?Was I not deeply grieved for the needy?
26. So I looked for good, but evil came instead.I waited for the light, but darkness fell.
27. My heart is troubled and restless.Days of suffering torment me.
28. I walk in gloom, without sunlight.I stand in the public square and cry for help.
29. Instead, I am considered a brother to jackalsand a companion to owls.
30. My skin has turned dark,and my bones burn with fever.
31. My harp plays sad music,and my flute accompanies those who weep.