if I have rewarded evil to my friend, or if I have delivered one oppressing me without cause;

As a friend, as to my brother, I walked; as one who mourns for a mother, I was bowed down, mourning.

Even a man, my friend, in whom I trusted, who ate of my bread, has lifted up his heel against me.

but it is you, a man my rank, my guide and my friend.

You have taken lover and friend far from me, and those who know me into darkness.

You have closed me in behind and in front, and laid Your hand on me.