Why is light given to one burdened with grief,
and life to those whose existence is bitter,

He doesn’t let me catch my breath
but soaks me with bitter experiences.

For You record bitter accusations against me
and make me inherit the iniquities of my youth.

Yet another person dies with a bitter soul,
having never tasted prosperity.

Today also my complaint is bitter.
His hand is heavy despite my groaning.

As God lives, who has deprived me of justice,
and the Almighty who has made me bitter,