4 “Lord, tell me when the end will comeand how long I will live.Let me know how long I have.
5 You have given me only a short life;my lifetime is like nothing to you.Everyone’s life is only a breath.Selah
6 People are like shadows moving about.All their work is for nothing;they collect things but don’t know who will get them.
7 “So, Lord, what hope do I have?You are my hope.
8 Save me from all my sins.Don’t let wicked fools make fun of me.
9 I am quiet; I do not open my mouth,because you are the one who has done this.
10 Quit punishing me;your beating is about to kill me.