May death destroy them! May they go down alive into Sheol! For evil is in their dwelling place and in their midst.

He will rescue me and protect me from those who attack me, even though they greatly outnumber me.

Those who anticipate my defeat attack me all day long. Indeed, many are fighting against me, O Exalted One.

My enemies will turn back when I cry out to you for help; I know that God is on my side.

For your loyal love extends beyond the sky, and your faithfulness reaches the clouds.

The godly will rejoice when they see vengeance carried out; they will bathe their feet in the blood of the wicked.

Look, they hurl insults at me and openly threaten to kill me, for they say, “Who hears?”

You are my source of strength! I will sing praises to you! For God is my refuge, the God who loves me.

Indeed, you are my shelter, a strong tower that protects me from the enemy.

For you, O God, hear my vows; you grant me the reward that belongs to your loyal followers.

God has declared one principle; two principles I have heard: God is strong,

and you, O Lord, demonstrate loyal love. For you repay men for what they do.

Let foreigners rejoice and celebrate! For you execute justice among the nations, and govern the people living on earth. (Selah)

For the music director; according to the tune of “Lilies;” by David. Deliver me, O God, for the water has reached my neck.

Certainly zeal for your house consumes me; I endure the insults of those who insult you.

Answer me, O Lord, for your loyal love is good! Because of your great compassion, turn toward me!

Do not ignore your servant, for I am in trouble! Answer me right away!

For they harass the one whom you discipline; they spread the news about the suffering of those whom you punish.

For the Lord listens to the needy; he does not despise his captive people.

For God will deliver Zion and rebuild the cities of Judah, and his people will again live in them and possess Zion.