² He lifted me out of the slimy pit,^(A)
    out of the mud^(B) and mire;^(C)
he set my feet^(D) on a rock^(E)
    and gave me a firm place to stand.

³ I am worn out calling for help;^(A)
    my throat is parched.
My eyes fail,^(B)
    looking for my God.