16 Let me not be covered by the flowing waters; let not the deep waters go over my head, and let me not be shut up in the underworld.
17 Give an answer to my words, O Lord; for your mercy is good: be turned to me, because of your great pity.
18 Let not your face be covered from your servant, for I am in trouble; quickly give me an answer.
19 Come near to my soul, for its salvation: be my saviour, because of those who are against me.
20 You have seen my shame, how I was laughed at and made low; my haters are all before you.
21 My heart is broken by bitter words, I am full of grief; I made a search for some to have pity on me, but there was no one; I had no comforter.
22 They gave me poison for my food; and bitter wine for my drink.