13I act as if I'm deaf to what they're saying, and pretend to be dumb so I don't have to speak.
14Like a man who can't hear, and who doesn't reply—that's me!
15For I'm waiting on you, Lord! You will answer for me, my Lord and my God.
16I'm asking you, Lord, please don't let my enemies gloat over me, don't let them be glad when I trip up.
17For I'm about ready to collapse—the pain never stops.