10 My courage shocked the Persiansand stunned the Medes.
11 Our weak and abused peoplelet out shouts of victory,while the Assyrianstrembled in fear and ran.
12 Though our ancestors were slaves,we, the Lord's mighty army,attacked and killedenemy troops.
13 I will sing a new song of praiseto the Lord our God;he is glorious and all-powerful,and his strength never fails.
14 Let all living creaturesworship the Lord.By his word, he gave them life;his breath created them.Nothing can opposethe Lord's command.
15 Mountains and oceansshake with fear,and rocks melt like wax,when the Lord approaches.But he shows mercy to allwho are faithful to him.
16 It is much betterto obey the Lordthan to offersweet-smelling sacrificesor the fat of choice meat.