For there is no mention of You in death; In Sheol, who will praise You?
The dead do not praise the Lord, Nor do any who go down into silence;
Then I called upon the name of the Lord: “Please, Lord, save my life!”
I will not die, but live, And tell of the works of the Lord.
“What gain is there in my blood, if I go down to the pit? Will the dust praise You? Will it declare Your faithfulness?
¶Do return, Lord; how long will it be? And be sorry for Your servants.
Whatever your hand finds to do, do it with all your might; for there is no activity, planning, knowledge, or wisdom in Sheol where you are going.
We must carry out the works of Him who sent Me as long as it is day; night is coming, when no one can work.