You are aware of our sins; you even know about our hidden sins.

For justice will prevail, and all the morally upright will be vindicated.

May his descendants be cut off! May the memory of them be wiped out by the time the next generation arrives!

He loved to curse others, so those curses have come upon him. He had no desire to bless anyone, so he has experienced no blessings.

The Lord’s deeds are great, eagerly awaited by all who desire them.

I will fulfill my vows to the Lord before all his people.

Do not completely deprive me of a truthful testimony, for I await your justice.

I know, Lord, that your regulations are just. You disciplined me because of your faithful devotion to me.

A song of ascents. How blessed is every one of the Lord’s loyal followers, each one who keeps his commands!

When I cried out for help, you answered me. You made me bold and energized me.

As a demonstration of your loyal love, destroy my enemies! Annihilate all who threaten my life, for I am your servant.

The Lord is merciful and compassionate; he is patient and demonstrates great loyal love.

Let the godly rejoice because of their vindication! Let them shout for joy upon their beds!

for with guidance you wage your war, and with numerous advisers there is victory.

Establish your work outside and get your fields ready; afterward build your house.

For with great wisdom comes great frustration; whoever increases his knowledge merely increases his heartache.

At that time the sovereign master will remove their beautiful ankle jewelry, neck ornaments, crescent shaped ornaments,

Assyria, the club I use to vent my anger, is as good as dead, a cudgel with which I angrily punish.

The sovereign master, the Lord who commands armies, is certainly ready to carry out the decreed destruction throughout the land.

“At that time Jacob’s splendor will be greatly diminished, and he will become skin and bones.