3 My heart grew hot within me;

as I mused, a fire burned.b

I spoke with my tongue:

4 “Lord, make me aware of my end

and the number of my days

so that I will know how short-lived I am.c

5 In fact, you have made my days just inches long,

and my life span is as nothing to you.

Yes, every human being stands as only a vapor.d

Selah

6 Yes, a person goes about like a mere shadow.

Indeed, they rush around in vain,

gathering possessions

without knowing who will get them.e

7 “Now, Lord, what do I wait for?

My hope is in you.f

8 Rescue me from all my transgressions;

do not make me the taunt of fools.g

9 I am speechless; I do not open my mouth

because of what you have done.h