he digs a pit and then falls into the hole he has made.

O Lord, you pulled me up from Sheol; you rescued me from among those descending into the grave.

They treat me like those who descend into the grave. I am like a helpless man,

By David. To you, O Lord, I cry out! My protector, do not ignore me! If you do not respond to me, I will join those who are descending into the grave.

Answer me quickly, Lord! My strength is fading. Do not reject me, or I will join those descending into the grave.