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For these nations devoured Jacob, consumed him,
    and turned his home into a wasteland.

Do not hold the sins of our ancestors against us,
    but send Your compassion to meet us quickly, God.
    We are in deep despair.
Help us, O God who saves us,
    to the honor and glory of Your name.
Pull us up, deliver us, and forgive our sins,
    for Your name’s sake.

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for they have devoured(A) Jacob
    and devastated his homeland.

Do not hold against us the sins of past generations;(B)
    may your mercy come quickly to meet us,
    for we are in desperate need.(C)
Help us,(D) God our Savior,
    for the glory of your name;
deliver us and forgive our sins
    for your name’s sake.(E)

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