13 You are strong and mighty!
14 Your kingdom is ruledby justice and fairnesswith love and faithfulnessleading the way.
15 Our Lord, you bless thosewho join in the festivaland walk in the brightnessof your presence.
16 We are happy all daybecause of you,and your saving powerbrings honour to us.
17 Your own glorious powermakes us strong,and because of your kindness,our strength increases.
18 Our Lord and our King,the Holy One of Israel,you are truly our shield.
19 In a vision, you once saidto your faithful followers:“I have helped a mighty hero.I chose him from my peopleand made him famous.