2 Just as Jerusalem is protectedby mountains on every side,the Lord protects his peopleby holding them in his armsnow and for ever.
3 He won't let the wickedrule his peopleor lead them to do wrong.
4 Let's ask the Lord to be kindto everyone who is goodand completely obeys him.
5 When the Lord punishesthe wicked,he will punish everyone elsewho lives a crooked life.Pray for peace in Israel!