17. Until I went into the sanctuary of God; then I understood [for I considered] their end.
18. [After all] You do set the [wicked] in slippery places; You cast them down to ruin and destruction.
19. How they become a desolation in a moment! They are utterly consumed with terrors!
20. As a dream [which seems real] until one awakens, so, O Lord, when You arouse Yourself [to take note of the wicked], You will despise their outward show.
21. For my heart was grieved, embittered, and in a state of ferment, and I was pricked in my heart [as with the sharp fang of an adder].
22. So foolish, stupid, and brutish was I, and ignorant; I was like a beast before You.
23. Nevertheless I am continually with You; You do hold my right hand.
24. You will guide me with Your counsel, and afterward receive me to honor and glory.
25. Whom have I in heaven but You? And I have no delight or desire on earth besides You.