^{1 Ref} I love Yahweh, because he listens to my voice, And my cries for mercy.

^{2 Ref} Because he has turned his ear to me, Therefore I will call on him as long as I live.

^{3 Ref} The cords of death surrounded me, The pains of Sheol got a hold of me. I found trouble and sorrow.

^{4 Ref} Then called I on the name of Yahweh: "Yahweh, I beg you, deliver my soul."

^{5 Ref} Gracious is Yahweh, and righteous; Yes, our God is merciful.

^{6 Ref} Yahweh preserves the simple. I was brought low, and he saved me.

^{7 Ref} Return to your rest, my soul, For Yahweh has dealt bountifully with you.