17 Fools, ^abecause of their transgression,
And because of their iniquities, were afflicted. ‡

18 ^aTheir soul abhorred all manner of food,
And they ^bdrew near to the gates of death. ‡

20 ^aHe sent His word and ^bhealed them,
And ^cdelivered them from their destructions. ‡

21 Oh, that men would give thanks to the Lord for His goodness,
And for His wonderful works to the children of men!