8 He lies in ambush near villages. In hidden places he slays the innocent. His eyes watch in secret for the helpless.
9 He lurks in a hiding place like a lion in a thicket. He lies in wait to catch the helpless. He catches the unfortunate one, dragging him away in his net.
10 The victim is crushed, brought down, and falls into his mighty claws.
11 He says in his heart: “God has forgotten. He hides His face—He will never see it.”
12 Arise, Adonai! O God, lift up Your hand. Do not forget the afflicted.
13 Why does the wicked one revile God? He says in his heart: “You will never require anything.”
14 You saw—for You see trouble and grief, to take it in Your hand. The victim puts his trust in You— You are the helper of the orphan.