17 Because of this our heart is faint, Because of these things our eyes are dim;
18 Because of Mount Zion which lies desolate, Foxes prowl in it.
19 You, O Lord, rule forever; Your throne is from generation to generation.
20 Why do You forget us forever? Why do You forsake us so long?
21 Restore us to You, O Lord, that we may be restored; Renew our days as of old,
22 Unless You have utterly rejected us And are exceedingly angry with us.