For the Chief Musician; on stringed instruments, set to the Sheminith. A Psalm of David. O LORD, rebuke me not in thine anger, neither chasten me in thy hot displeasure.
Have mercy upon me, O LORD; for I am withered away: O LORD, heal me; for my bones are vexed.
My soul also is sore vexed: and thou, O LORD, how long?
Return, O LORD, deliver my soul: save me for thy lovingkindness' sake.
For in death there is no remembrance of thee: in Sheol who shall give thee thanks?
I am weary with my groaning; every night make I my bed to swim; I water my couch with my tears.
Mine eye wasteth away because of grief; it waxeth old because of all mine adversaries.
Depart from me, all ye workers of iniquity; for the LORD hath heard the voice of my weeping.
The LORD hath heard my supplication; the LORD will receive my prayer.
All mine enemies shall be ashamed and sore vexed: they shall turn back, they shall be ashamed suddenly.
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Penitent cry amid sickness: David begs for healing, weeps through the night, confident enemies will retreat in shame.
Personal laments and praises expressing trust in God.
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