1 To you, O Lord, I cry out!My protector, do not ignore me!If you do not respond to me,I will join those who are descending into the grave.
2 Hear my plea for mercy when I cry out to you for help,when I lift my hands toward your holy temple!
3 Do not drag me away with evil men,with those who behave wickedly,who talk so friendly to their neighbors,while they plan to harm them!
4 Pay them back for their evil deeds!Pay them back for what they do!Punish them!
5 For they do not understand the Lord’s actions,or the way he carries out justice.The Lord will permanently demolish them.
6 The Lord deserves praise,for he has heard my plea for mercy!
7 The Lord strengthens and protects me;I trust in him with all my heart.I am rescued and my heart is full of joy;I will sing to him in gratitude.
8 The Lord strengthens his people;he protects and delivers his chosen king.
9 Deliver your people!Empower the nation that belongs to you!Care for them like a shepherd and carry them in your arms at all times!