For too long I have had to reside with those who hate peace.

I am committed to peace, but when I speak, they want to make war.

Yes indeed, the man who fears the Lord will be blessed in this way.

May your priests be clothed with integrity! May your loyal followers shout for joy!

I will protect her priests, and her godly people will shout exuberantly.

and snatched us away from our enemies, for his loyal love endures,

who plan ways to harm me. All day long they stir up conflict.

My strength leaves me; I am absolutely shocked.

Rescue me from my enemies, O Lord! I run to you for protection.

Praise him, O highest heaven, and you waters above the sky!

Praise him with loud cymbals! Praise him with clanging cymbals!

For the Lord gives wisdom, and from his mouth comes knowledge and understanding.

Although he is scornful to arrogant scoffers, yet he shows favor to the humble.

Remove perverse speech from your mouth; keep devious talk far from your lips.

My child, be attentive to my wisdom, pay close attention to my understanding,

“I have fresh meat at home; today I have fulfilled my vows!

“I, wisdom, live with prudence, and I find knowledge and discretion.

The faithful witness tells what is right, but a false witness speaks deceit.

The one who tells the truth will endure forever, but the one who lies will last only for a moment.

An unreliable messenger falls into trouble, but a faithful envoy brings healing.