because they had rebelled against God’s commands, and rejected the instructions of the sovereign king.

They will be thrown down the side of a cliff by their judges. They will listen to my words, for they are pleasant.

For the music director, to be accompanied by wind instruments; a psalm of David. Listen to what I say, Lord! Carefully consider my complaint!

May my words and my thoughts be acceptable in your sight, O Lord, my sheltering rock and my redeemer.

Let all the kings of the earth give thanks to you, O Lord, when they hear the words you speak.