Psalm

³They have poured out blood like waterall around Jerusalem,and there is no one to bury the dead. ⁴We are objects of contempt to our neighbours,of scorn and derision to those around us. ⁵How long, Lord? Will you be angry for ever?How long will your jealousy burn like fire? ⁶Pour out your wrath on the nationsthat do not acknowledge you,on the kingdomsthat do not call on your name; ⁷for they have devoured Jacoband devastated his homeland. ⁸Do not hold against us the sins of past generations;may your mercy come quickly to meet us,for we are in desperate need. ⁹Help us, God our Saviour,for the glory of your name;deliver us and forgive our sinsfor your name’s sake.