The sorrows of Hell encompassed me, and the snares of death intercepted me.
I have called upon thee, for thou wilt hear me, O God: Incline thine ear unto me, and hear my speech.
I have called upon You, O God, for You will hear me; incline Your ear to me and hear my speech.
I have called upon thee, for thou wilt answer me, O God: Incline thine ear unto me, and hear my speech.
I cry out to you because you answer me. So tilt your ears toward me now— listen to what I’m saying!
The sorrows of hell encompassed me: and the snares of death prevented me.
