11 Because of my wounds, my friends and neighbors avoid me,and my relatives stay far away.
12 Some people set traps to kill me.Those who want to hurt me plan trouble;all day long they think up lies.
13 I am like the deaf; I cannot hear.Like the mute, I cannot speak.
14 I am like those who do not hear,who have no answer to give.
15 I trust you, Lord.You will answer, my Lord and God.
16 I said, “Don’t let them laugh at meor brag when I am defeated.”
17 I am about to die,and I cannot forget my pain.