3For the enemy pursueth my life; He hath smitten me to the ground; He hath made me dwell in darkness, As those that have been dead of old.
4My spirit is overwhelmed within me; My heart within me is desolate.
5I remember the days of old; I meditate on all thy works; I muse on the deeds of thy hands.
6I stretch forth my hands unto thee; My soul thirsteth for thee, like a parched land.
7Hear me speedily, O LORD! My spirit faileth; Hide not thy face from me. Lest I become like those who go down to the pit!