20 Their words are not friendlybut are lies about peace-loving people.
21 They speak against meand say, “Aha! We saw what you did!”
22 Lord, you have been watching. Do not keep quiet.Lord, do not leave me alone.
23 Wake up! Come and defend me!My God and Lord, fight for me!
24 Lord my God, defend me with your justice.Don’t let them laugh at me.
25 Don’t let them think, “Aha! We got what we wanted!”Don’t let them say, “We destroyed him.”
26 Let them be ashamed and embarrassed,because they were happy when I hurt.Cover them with shame and disgrace,because they thought they were better than I was.