But You, O LORD, be gracious to me and raise me up, that I may repay them.
And these enemies of mine who were unwilling for me to rule over them, bring them here and slay them in front of me.’”
For the choirmaster. To the tune of “Do Not Destroy.” A Miktam of David, when he fled from Saul into the cave. Have merc
Set over him a wicked man; let an accuser stand at his right hand.
Your hand will apprehend all Your enemies; Your right hand will seize those who hate You.
But You, O LORD, are a shield around me, my glory, and the One who lifts my head.
May their table become a snare; may it be a retribution and a trap.
I pursued my enemies and overtook them; I did not turn back until they were consumed.