2 who plot evil things in their hearts,who pick fights every single day!
3 They sharpen their tongues like a snake’s;spider poison is on their lips. Selah
4 Protect me from the power of the wicked, Lord!Guard me from violent peoplewho plot to trip me up!
5 Arrogant people have laid a trap for me with ropes.They’ve spread out a net alongside the road.They’ve set snares for me. Selah
6 I tell the Lord, "You are my God!Listen to my request for mercy, Lord!"
7 My Lord God, my strong saving help—you’ve protected my head on the day of battle.
8 Lord, don’t give the wicked what they want!Don’t allow their plans to succeed,or they’ll exalt themselves even more! Selah