1. For the music director, on stringed instruments, a contemplative song of David.
2. Give ear, O God, to my prayer and do not ignore my plea for help.
3. Listen to me and answer me. I am restless in my complaint and moan—
4. because of the voice of the enemy, because of the pressure of the wicked. For they thrust trouble on me, and in anger bear a grudge against me.
5. My heart shudders within me and the terrors of death sweep over me.