1 Plead my cause, O Lord, with my adversaries;fight those who fight me.
2 Take hold of the large shield and small shield,and rise up for my help.
3 Draw the spear and javelinagainst those who pursue me.Say to my soul,“I am Your salvation.”
4 May those who seek my lifebe ashamed and humiliated;may those who plan my injurybe turned back and put to shame.
5 May they be as chaff before the wind,and may the angel of the Lord cast them down.