10 I have known only sorrowall my life long, and I sufferyear after year.I am weak from sin,and my bones are limp.
11 My enemies insult me.Neighbours are even worse,and I disgust my friends.People meet me in the street,and they turn and run.
12 I am completely forgottenlike someone dead.I am merely a broken dish.
13 I hear the crowds whisper,“Everyone is afraid!”They are plotting and schemingto murder me.
14 But I trust you, Lord,and I claim you as my God.
15 My life is in your hands.Save me from enemieswho hunt me down.
16 Smile on me, your servant.Have pity and rescue me.