9:16 The Lord revealed himself;
he accomplished justice;
the wicked were ensnared by their own actions.
9:17 The wicked are turned back and sent to Sheol;
this is the destiny of
9:18 for the needy are not permanently ignored,
the hopes of the oppressed are not forever dashed.
9:19 Rise up, Lord!
Don’t let men be defiant!
May the nations be judged in your presence!
9:20 Terrify them, Lord!
Let the nations know they are mere mortals!