¹⁷ “Now, our God, hear the prayers and petitions of your servant. For your sake, Lord, look with favor^(A) on your desolate sanctuary. ¹⁸ Give ear,^(B) our God, and hear;^(C) open your eyes and see^(D) the desolation of the city that bears your Name.^(E) We do not make requests of you because we are righteous, but because of your great mercy.^{(F) 19} Lord, listen! Lord, forgive!^(G) Lord, hear and act! For your sake,^(H) my God, do not delay, because your city and your people bear your Name.”