But it is said of Zion’s residents, “Each one of these was born in her, and the sovereign One makes her secure.”

A slanderer will not endure on the earth; calamity will hunt down a violent man and strike him down.

He sent a man ahead of them – Joseph was sold as a servant.

The Lord shows his faithful followers the way they should live.

Take note of the one who has integrity! Observe the godly! For the one who promotes peace has a future.

Man ate the food of the mighty ones. He sent them more than enough to eat.

A person’s life is like grass. Like a flower in the field it flourishes,

It goes well for the one who generously lends money, and conducts his business honestly.

O Lord, of what importance is the human race, that you should notice them? Of what importance is mankind, that you should be concerned about them?

He is not enamored with the strength of a horse, nor is he impressed by the warrior’s strong legs.

You men, how long will you try to turn my honor into shame? How long will you love what is worthless and search for what is deceptive? (Selah)

You destroy liars; the Lord despises violent and deceitful people.

Rise up, Lord! Don’t let men be defiant! May the nations be judged in your presence!

You defend the fatherless and oppressed, so that mere mortals may no longer terrorize them.

People lie to one another; they flatter and deceive.

He delivers me from my enemies; you snatch me away from those who attack me; you rescue me from violent men.

But I am a worm, not a man; people insult me and despise me.

Do not sweep me away with sinners, or execute me along with violent people,

You hide them with you, where they are safe from the attacks of men; you conceal them in a shelter, where they are safe from slanderous attacks.

Do you want to really live? Would you love to live a long, happy life?