5 I know I've been a sinner ever since I was born. I've been a sinner ever since my mother became pregnant with me.
6 I know that you want truth to be in my heart. You teach me wisdom deep down inside me.
7 Make me pure by sprinkling me with hyssop plant. Then I will be clean. Wash me. Then I will be whiter than snow.
8 Let me hear you say, "Your sins are forgiven." That will bring me joy and gladness. Let the body you have broken be glad.
9 Take away all of my sins. Wipe away all of the evil things I've done.
10 God, create a pure heart in me. Give me a new spirit that is faithful to you.
11 Don't send me away from you. Don't take your Holy Spirit away from me.