Why are you far away, Lord? Why do you hide yourself when I am in trouble?
My God, my God, why have you deserted me? Why are you so far away? Won't you listen to my groans and come to my rescue?
so don't hide from me. I am your servant, Lord, and you have helped me. Don't turn from me in anger. You alone keep me safe. Don't reject or desert me.
You're our only hope; you alone can save us now. You help us one day, but you're gone the next.
Why do you reject me? Why do you turn from me?
God is our mighty fortress, always ready to help in times of trouble.
Why do you keep looking away? Don't forget our sufferings and all our troubles.
You, Lord, were my friend, and you made me strong as a mighty mountain. But when you hid your face, I was crushed.
Why have you turned your back and count me your enemy?
When God does nothing, can any person or nation find fault with him?
to my left or my right. God is always at work, though I never see him.
We are flat on the ground, holding on to the dust.
Did this disaster take you by surprise? Are you a warrior with your hands tied? You have chosen us, and your temple is here. Don't abandon us!