1By David. To you, O LORD, I cry out! My protector, do not ignore me! If you do not respond to me, I will join those who are descending into the grave. | 1By David. To you, O LORD, I cry out! My protector, do not ignore me! If you do not respond to me, I will join those who are descending into the grave. |
2Hear my plea for mercy when I cry out to you for help, when I lift my hands toward your holy temple! | 2Hear my plea for mercy when I cry out to you for help, when I lift my hands toward your holy temple! |
3Do not drag me away with evil men, with those who behave wickedly, who talk so friendly to their neighbors, while they plan to harm them! | 3Do not drag me away with evil men, with those who behave wickedly, who talk so friendly to their neighbors, while they plan to harm them! |
4Pay them back for their evil deeds! Pay them back for what they do! Punish them! | 4Pay them back for their evil deeds! Pay them back for what they do! Punish them! |
5For they do not understand the LORD's actions, or the way he carries out justice. The LORD will permanently demolish them. | 5For they do not understand the LORD's actions, or the way he carries out justice. The LORD will permanently demolish them. |
6The LORD deserves praise, for he has heard my plea for mercy! | 6The LORD deserves praise, for he has heard my plea for mercy! |
7The LORD strengthens and protects me; I trust in him with all my heart. I am rescued and my heart is full of joy; I will sing to him in gratitude. | 7The LORD strengthens and protects me; I trust in him with all my heart. I am rescued and my heart is full of joy; I will sing to him in gratitude. |
8The LORD strengthens his people; he protects and delivers his chosen king. | 8The LORD strengthens his people; he protects and delivers his chosen king. |
9Deliver your people! Empower the nation that belongs to you! Care for them like a shepherd and carry them in your arms at all times! | 9Deliver your people! Empower the nation that belongs to you! Care for them like a shepherd and carry them in your arms at all times! |
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