Psalms 6:1-6

¹For the Chief Musician; on stringed instruments, upon the eight-stringed lyre. A Psalm by David. Yahweh, don’t rebuke me in your anger, neither discipline me in your wrath.

²Have mercy on me, Yahweh, for I am faint. Yahweh, heal me, for my bones are troubled.

³My soul is also in great anguish. But you, Yahweh—how long?

⁴Return, Yahweh. Deliver my soul, and save me for your loving kindness’ sake.

⁵For in death there is no memory of you. In Sheol, who shall give you thanks?

⁶I am weary with my groaning. Every night I flood my bed. I drench my couch with my tears.