1 I love the Lord, for he heard my voice;he heard my cry for mercy.
2 Because he turned his ear to me,I will call on him as long as I live.
3 The cords of death entangled me,the anguish of the grave came over me;I was overcome by distress and sorrow.
4 Then I called on the name of the Lord:‘Lord, save me!’
5 The Lord is gracious and righteous;our God is full of compassion.