15 All who hate me are controlledby the power of evil.Sentence them to deathand send them down aliveto the world of the dead.
16 I ask for your help, Lord God,and you will keep me safe.
17 Morning, noon, and nightyou hear my concernsand my complaints.
18 I am attacked from all sides,but you will rescue meunharmed by the battle.
19 You have always ruled,and you will hear me.You will defeat my enemiesbecause they won't turnand worship you.
20 My friend turned against meand broke his promise.
21 His words were smootherthan butter, and softerthan olive oil.But hatred filled his heart,and he was ready to attackwith a sword.