145:19 He satisfies the desire 1 of his loyal followers; 2
he hears their cry for help and delivers them.
145:20 The Lord protects those who love him,
but he destroys all the wicked.
145:21 My mouth will praise the Lord. 3
Let all who live 4 praise his holy name forever!
1 tn In this context “desire” refers to the followers’ desire to be delivered from wicked enemies.
2 tn Heb “the desire of those who fear him, he does.”
3 tn Heb “the praise of the
4 tn Heb “all flesh.”