The Psalms
57. fejezet
1. vers
For the Chief Musician. To the tune of “Do Not Destroy.” A poem by David, when he fled from Saul, in the cave. Be merciful to me, God, be merciful to me, for my soul takes refuge in you. Yes, in the shadow of your wings, I will take refuge, until disaster has passed.
2. vers
I cry out to God Most High, to God who accomplishes my requests for me.
3. vers
He will send from heaven, and save me, he rebukes the one who is pursuing me. Selah. God will send out his loving kindness and his truth.
4. vers
My soul is among lions. I lie among those who are set on fire, even the sons of men, whose teeth are spears and arrows, and their tongue a sharp sword.
5. vers
Be exalted, God, above the heavens! Let your glory be above all the earth!
6. vers
They have prepared a net for my steps. My soul is bowed down. They dig a pit before me. They fall into the middle of it themselves. Selah.
7. vers
My heart is steadfast, God. My heart is steadfast. I will sing, yes, I will sing praises.
8. vers
Wake up, my glory! Wake up, lute and harp! I will wake up the dawn.
9. vers
I will give thanks to you, Lord, among the peoples. I will sing praises to you among the nations.
10. vers
For your great loving kindness reaches to the heavens, and your truth to the skies.
11. vers
Be exalted, God, above the heavens. Let your glory be over all the earth.
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