86 Bend down and hear my prayer, O Lord, and answer me, for I am deep in trouble.

² Protect me from death, for I try to follow all your laws. Save me, for I am serving you and trusting you.

³ Be merciful, O Lord, for I am looking up to you in constant hope. ⁴ Give me happiness, O Lord, for I worship only you.

⁵ O Lord, you are so good and kind, so ready to forgive, so full of mercy for all who ask your aid.

⁶ Listen closely to my prayer, O God. Hear my urgent cry.