107:13 They cried out to the Lord in their distress;
he delivered them from their troubles.
107:14 He brought them out of the utter darkness, 1
and tore off their shackles.
107:15 Let them give thanks to the Lord for his loyal love,
and for the amazing things he has done for people! 2
107:16 For he shattered the bronze gates,
and hacked through the iron bars. 3
107:17 They acted like fools in their rebellious ways, 4
and suffered because of their sins.
107:18 They lost their appetite for all food, 5
and they drew near the gates of death.
107:19 They cried out to the Lord in their distress;
he delivered them from their troubles.