1
For the leader. With stringed instruments. On sh'minit [low-pitched musical instruments?]. A psalm of David: ADONAI, don't rebuke me in your anger, don't discipline me in the heat of your fury.
2
Be gracious to me, ADONAI, because I am withering away; heal me, ADONAI, because my bones are shaking;
3
I am completely terrified; and you, ADONAI - how long?
4
Come back, ADONAI, and rescue me! Save me for the sake of your grace;
5
for in death, no one remembers you; in Sh'ol, who will praise you?
Complete Jewish Bible Copyright 1998 by David H. Stern. Published by Jewish New Testament Publications, Inc. All rights reserved. Used by permission.