⁸ For what is ^(A)the hope of the godless ^[a]when he is cut off,
When God requires ^(B)his ^[b]soul?
⁹ Will God ^(C)hear his cry
When ^(D)distress comes upon him?

¹⁸ If I ^[a](A)see wickedness in my heart,
The ^(B)Lord ^[b]will not ^[c]hear;