16 He shattered bronze gatesand cut iron bars in two.
17 Fools suffered because of their disobedienceand because of their crimes.
18 All food was disgusting to them,and they came near death’s gates.
19 In their distress they cried out to the Lord.He saved them from their troubles.
20 He sent his message and healed them.He rescued them from the grave.
21 Let them give thanks to the Lord because of his mercy.He performed his miracles for Adam’s descendants.
22 Let them bring songs of thanksgiving as their sacrifice.Let them tell in joyful songs what he has done.