For our hearts rejoice in him, for we trust in his holy name.

Do not let them say to themselves, “Aha! We have what we wanted!” Do not let them say, “We have devoured him!”

Extend your loyal love to your faithful followers, and vindicate the morally upright!

Then you will take delight in the Lord, and he will answer your prayers.

I am numb with pain and severely battered; I groan loudly because of the anxiety I feel.

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

My heart beats violently within me; the horrors of death overcome me.

If I had harbored sin in my heart, the Lord would not have listened.

They were not really committed to him, and they were unfaithful to his covenant.

Yes, they devise a unified strategy; they form an alliance against you.

Boast about his holy name! Let the hearts of those who seek the Lord rejoice!

For I am oppressed and needy, and my heart beats violently within me.

He does not fear bad news. He is confident; he trusts in the Lord.

His resolve is firm; he will not succumb to fear before he looks in triumph on his enemies.

In my heart I store up your words, so I might not sin against you.

Give me a desire for your rules, rather than for wealth gained unjustly.

May I be fully committed to your statutes, so that I might not be ashamed.

I claim your rules as my permanent possession, for they give me joy.

ק (Qof) I cried out with all my heart, “Answer me, O Lord! I will observe your statutes.”

By David. I will give you thanks with all my heart; before the heavenly assembly I will sing praises to you.