3 When my enemies turn back,they trip and are defeated before you.
4 For you defended my just cause;from your throne you pronounced a just decision.
5 You terrified the nations with your battle cry;you destroyed the wicked;you permanently wiped out all memory of them.
6 The enemy’s cities have been reduced to permanent ruins;you destroyed their cities;all memory of the enemies has perished.
7 But the Lord rules forever;he reigns in a just manner.
8 He judges the world fairly;he makes just legal decisions for the nations.
9 Consequently the Lord provides safety for the oppressed;he provides safety in times of trouble.