For the director of music. For pipes. A psalm of David.
1 Listen to my words, Lord,
consider my lament.
my King and my God,
for to you I pray.
in the morning I lay my requests before you
and wait expectantly.
with you, evil people are not welcome.
in your presence.
You hate all who do wrong;
The bloodthirsty and deceitful
you, Lord, detest.
can come into your house;
in reverence I bow down
toward your holy temple.
because of my enemies —
make your way straight before me.
their heart is filled with malice.
Their throat is an open grave;
with their tongues they tell lies.
Let their intrigues be their downfall.
Banish them for their many sins,
for they have rebelled against you.
let them ever sing for joy.
Spread your protection over them,
that those who love your name may rejoice in you.
you surround them with your favor as with a shield.