³ For those who oppose me are pursuing my life,
    crushing me to the ground,
making me sit in darkness
    like those who died long ago.
⁴ As a result, my spirit is desolate within me,
    and my mind within me is appalled.

⁵ I remember the former times,
    meditating on everything you have done.
        I think about the work^[a] of your hands.
⁶ I stretch out my hands toward you,
    longing for you like a parched land.
Interlude

⁷ Answer me quickly, Lord;
    my spirit is failing.
Do not hide your face from me;
    otherwise, I will become like those who descend to the Pit.^[b]
8 In the morning let me hear of your gracious love,
    for in you I trust.
Cause me to know the way I should take,
    because I have set my hope on you.
⁹ Deliver me from my enemies, Lord.
    I have taken refuge in you.
¹⁰ Teach me to do your will,
    for you are my God.
        Let your good Spirit lead me on level ground.
¹¹ For the sake of your name, Lord,
    preserve my life.
Because you are righteous,
    bring me out of trouble.
¹² Because of your gracious love,
    you will cut off my enemies.
You will destroy all who oppose me,
    for I am your servant.