I will declare a wise saying; I will share my profound thoughts.

Even my close friend whom I trusted, he who shared meals with me, has turned against me.

We would share personal thoughts with each other; in God’s temple we would walk together among the crowd.

so that your feet may stomp in their blood, and your dogs may eat their portion of the enemies’ corpses.”

so I may see the prosperity of your chosen ones, rejoice along with your nation, and boast along with the people who belong to you.

Hold them accountable for all their sins! Do not vindicate them!

The Lord’s loyal followers receive his guidance, and he reveals his covenantal demands to them.

They will talk about the fame of your great kindness, and sing about your justice.

Do not let me have evil desires, or participate in sinful activities with men who behave wickedly. I will not eat their delicacies.