3The enemy has chased me down. He crushes me to the ground. He makes me live in darkness like those who died a long time ago.
4I sense myself fading away inside; I am overwhelmed by a sense of desolation.
5I think of days long ago, and as I meditate I talk to myself about all you have done, I reflect on what you have accomplished.
6I stretch out my hands to you, thirsting for you like dried-out land. Selah.
7Please answer me quickly, Lord! I'm dying! Don't turn away otherwise I'll be just like those who are going down into the grave.