He covers himself with light as if it were a garment. He stretches out the skies like a tent curtain,

I am fading away like a shadow at the end of the day; I am shaken off like a locust.

and listened to me. As long as I live, I will call to him when I need help.

I am determined to obey your statutes at all times, to the very end.

The enemies who chase me are numerous. Yet I do not turn aside from your rules.

They attack me, now they surround me; they intend to throw me to the ground.

He made the sky sink as he descended; a thick cloud was under his feet.

I will learn a song that imparts wisdom; I will then sing my insightful song to the accompaniment of a harp.

Vindicate me by rescuing me! Listen to me! Deliver me!

But as for me, my feet almost slipped; my feet almost slid out from under me.

Listen to my prayer! Pay attention to my cry for help!

My days are coming to an end, and I am withered like grass.

Give me a desire for your rules, rather than for wealth gained unjustly.

Arrogant people do nothing but scoff at me. Yet I do not turn aside from your law.

with a strong hand and an outstretched arm, for his loyal love endures,

O Lord, make the sky sink and come down! Touch the mountains and make them smolder!

I call to you for you will answer me, O God. Listen to me! Hear what I say!

Yes, they intend to do you harm; they dream up a scheme, but they do not succeed.

For the music director; By David, a psalm. I relied completely on the Lord, and he turned toward me and heard my cry for help.

We have not been unfaithful, nor have we disobeyed your commands.