3 God’s lamp shined on my head,and I walked through darkness by his light.
4 I wish for the days when I was strong,when God’s close friendship blessed my house.
5 The Almighty was still with me,and my children were all around me.
6 It was as if my path were covered with creamand the rocks poured out olive oil for me.
7 I would go to the city gateand sit in the public square.
8 When the young men saw me, they would step aside,and the old men would stand up in respect.
9 The leading men stopped speakingand covered their mouths with their hands.