Fire burned their group; the flames scorched the wicked.

The countries are assembled all around you; take once more your rightful place over them!

The earth opened up and swallowed Dathan; it engulfed the group led by Abiram.

For this reason the wicked cannot withstand judgment, nor can sinners join the assembly of the godly.

Yes, wild dogs surround me – a gang of evil men crowd around me; like a lion they pin my hands and feet.

Remember your people whom you acquired in ancient times, whom you rescued so they could be your very own nation, as well as Mount Zion, where you dwell!

A psalm of Asaph. God stands in the assembly of El; in the midst of the gods he renders judgment.

O God, arrogant men attack me; a gang of ruthless men, who do not respect you, seek my life.

Praise the Lord! I will give thanks to the Lord with my whole heart, in the assembly of the godly and the congregation.

Sound your battle cry against the wild beast of the reeds, and the nations that assemble like a herd of calves led by bulls! They humble themselves and offer gold and silver as tribute. God scatters the nations that like to do battle.