How blessed is the one whose helper is the God of Jacob, whose hope is in the Lord his God,

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.

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

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!

O Lord my God, if I have done what they say, or am guilty of unjust actions,

Stand up angrily, Lord! Rise up with raging fury against my enemies! Wake up for my sake and execute the judgment you have decreed for them!

For the music director; according to the alumoth-labben style; a psalm of David. I will thank the Lord with all my heart! I will tell about all your amazing deeds!