¹⁷ “Now, our God, hear the prayers and petitions of your servant. For your sake, Lord, look with favor^(A) on your desolate sanctuary. ¹⁸ Give ear,^(B) our God, and hear;^(C) open your eyes and see^(D) the desolation of the city that bears your Name.^(E) We do not make requests of you because we are righteous, but because of your great mercy.^(F)