The Lord lifts up the oppressed, but knocks the wicked to the ground.

The Lord takes delight in his faithful followers, and in those who wait for his loyal love.

Extol the Lord, O Jerusalem! Praise your God, O Zion!

Let them praise the name of the Lord, for he gave the command and they came into existence.

Praise the Lord from the earth, you sea creatures and all you ocean depths,

For the Lord takes delight in his people; he exalts the oppressed by delivering them.

For the music director; by the Lord’s servant David, who sang to the Lord the words of this song when the Lord rescued him from the power of all his enemies, including Saul. He said: “I love you, Lord, my source of strength!

Instead he finds pleasure in obeying the Lord’s commands; he meditates on his commands day and night.

The kings of the earth form a united front; the rulers collaborate against the Lord and his anointed king.

The king says, “I will announce the Lord’s decree. He said to me: ‘You are my son! This very day I have become your father!

To the Lord I cried out, and he answered me from his holy hill. (Selah)

Many say, “Who can show us anything good?” Smile upon us, Lord!

I will lie down and sleep peacefully, for you, Lord, make me safe and secure.

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

Lord, in the morning you will hear me; in the morning I will present my case to you and then wait expectantly for an answer.

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

Lord, lead me in your righteousness because of those who wait to ambush me, remove the obstacles in the way in which you are guiding me!

Certainly you reward the godly, Lord. Like a shield you protect them in your good favor.

I am absolutely terrified, and you, Lord – how long will this continue?

Turn back from me, all you who behave wickedly, for the Lord has heard the sound of my weeping!