Songs

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Readers’ Version

Literal Version

First collection

(Songs 1–41)

1:1 Wicked and godly roads

True Happiness; The Two Ways

1 A person will reap the benefits

if they don’t take advice from wicked people,

and don’t stand ≈around where sinners ≈go,

and don’t sit and join all the scoffers.

2 Instead, they enjoy Yahweh’s instructions

and think about them day and night.

3 Those people are like trees that are planted by a stream[ref]

and which produce fruit in season.

Their leaves don’t wither,

and they prosper in everything they do.[ref]

4 But wicked people won’t prosper—

they’re like straw that gets blown away by the wind.

5 The wicked people won’t be able to stand when God judges them,

and sinners won’t be able to join in the assembly of all the godly people,

6 because Yahweh knows the path chosen by godly people,

but the path of wicked people will be destroyed.

1  How_blessed the_man\f + \fr 1:1 \ft OSHB note: We read one or more accents in L differently than BHS.

Often this notation indicates a typographical error in BHS.

\f* who not he_walks in/on/at/with_advice_of wicked_people and_in/on/at/with_way_of sinners not he_stands and_in/on/at/with_seat_of mockers not he_sits.

2 If/because (if) in/on/at/with_law_of YHWH delight_of_his and_in/on/at/with_law_of_his he_meditates by_day and_night.

3 And_it_was like_tree planted at streams_of water which fruit_of_its it_gives in/on/at/with_season_of_its and_leaf_of_its not it_withers and_all/each/any/every that he_does it_succeeds.

4 Not are_so the_wicked if/because (if) like_the_chaff which drives_away_they wind.

5 On/upon/above/on_account_of//he/it_went_in yes/correct/thus/so not they_will_stand wicked_people in/on/at/with_judgement and_sinners in/on/at/with_assembly_of righteous_people.

6 If/because YHWH is_knowing the_way_of righteous_people and_way_of wicked_people it_will_perish.

2:1 God’s chosen king

God’s Promise to His Anointed; God’s Chosen King

2 Why do nations make plans,[ref]

≈and people groups devise empty schemes?

2 The kings of this world take their stand

≈and the rulers collaborate against Yahweh and his chosen one,

3 saying, “Let’s break their chains off us.

≈Let’s throw off their ropes.”

4 The one who sits in the heavens laughs.

≈The master ridicules them.

5 Then he’ll speak to them in his anger,

≈and terrify them in his fury.

6 Yahweh says, “I myself have placed my king on Tsiyyon (Zion)—

the hill I’ve chosen to be my holy place.”

7 I’ll explain Yahweh’s decree.[ref]

He told me, “You’re my son. Today I’ve become your father.

8 Ask me and I’ll give the nations to you for your inheritance.

≈The whole world will be owned by you.

9 You’ll break those nations with an iron bar.[ref]

≈You’ll smash them to pieces like a clay pot.”

10 So act wisely all you kings.

≈Be warned all you rulers of the earth.

11 Serve Yahweh with fear.

Be happy for his goodness but tremble because of his power.

12 Honour the son or he might get angry

and you’ll perish on the way.

His severe anger can ignite any moment.

Everyone who goes to him to be safe will reap the benefits.

↑ 2  To/for_what nations do_they_plot and_peoples do_they_devise emptiness.

2 They_take_their_stand the_kings_of the_earth and_rulers they_seat_themselves together on YHWH and_against anointed_of_his.

3 Let_us_tear_apart DOM bonds_of_their and_throw from_him/it cords_of_their.

4 the_one_who_sits in/on/at/with_heavens he_laughs my_master he_mocks them_them.

5 Then he_speaks to_them in/on/at/with_anger_of_his and_in/on/at/with_fury_of_his terrifies_them.

6 And_me I_have_installed king_of_my on Tsiyyōn/(Zion) the_mountain_of holy_of_my.

7 I_will_recount concerning the_decree_of YHWH he_said to_me son_of_my you I the_day begotten_you.

8 Ask of_me and_make nations inheritance_of_your and_possession_of_your the_ends_of the_earth.

9 Break_them in/on/at/with_rod_of iron like_vessel_of a_potter shatter_them.

10 And_now Oh_kings act_prudently let_yourselves_be_instructed Oh_rulers_of the_earth.

11 Serve DOM YHWH in/on/at/with_fear and_rejoice in/on/at/with_trembling.

12 Kiss the_son lest he_should_be_angry and_perish way if/because it_burns at_any_moment severe_anger_of_his how_blessed are_all_of those_who_seek_refuge_of in_him/it.

3:1 A prayer when under attack

Trust in God under Adversity; Morning Prayer for Help

A song by David when he fled from his son Avshalom (Absalom).

A psalm of David. When he fled from his son Absalom.; A psalm of David, regarding the time David fled from his son Absalom.; A Psalm of David, when he fled from his son Absalom.; A psalm: for David (when he fled from his son Absalom)

3 Yahweh, how did I get so many enemies?

≈Many people are rising up against me.

2 Many people are talking about me,

≡saying that God won’t help me. (Instrumental break.)[fn]

3 ≈But you, Yahweh, ≈protect me like a shield.

≈You honour and encourage me.

4 I called out with my voice to Yahweh,

and he answered me from his sacred mountain. (Instrumental break.)

5 I laid down and slept.

I awoke, because Yahweh sustains me.

6 I won’t be afraid even of tens of thousands of people—

those all around who’ve taken a stand against me.

7 ≈Take action, Yahweh.

≈Save me, my God.

≈Yes, you’ve slapped all my enemies on the cheek—

you’ve broken the teeth of the wicked people.

8 Salvation comes from Yahweh.

Your blessing goes to your people. (Instrumental break.)

↑ 3  A_song of_Dāvid in/on/at/with_fled_he from_face/in_front_of ʼAⱱīshālōm his/its_son.

2 \f + \fr 3:2 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

1\f* Oh_YHWH how they_are_many foes_of_my many_people are_rising_up against_me.

3 \f + \fr 3:3 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

2\f* many_people are_saying of_soul_of_my there_is_not help for_him/it in/on/at/with_god Şelāh.

4 \f + \fr 3:4 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

3\f* and_you(ms) Oh_YHWH are_a_shield around_me glory_of_my and_lifts_up my_head.

5 \f + \fr 3:5 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

4\f* my_sound/voice to YHWH I_called_out and_answers_me from_hill holy_of_his Şelāh.

6 \f + \fr 3:6 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

5\f* I I_lay_down and_sleep I_awoke if/because YHWH sustains_me.

7 \f + \fr 3:7 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

6\f* not I_will_be_afraid of_ten_thousands_of people who all_around they_have_taken_a_stand against_me.

8 \f + \fr 3:8 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

7\f* rise_up Oh_YHWH deliver_me god_of_my if/because you_have_struck DOM all_of enemies_of_my jaw the_teeth_of wicked_people you_have_broken.

9 \f + \fr 3:9 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

8\f* to/for_YHWH the_deliverance is_towards people_of_your blessing_of_your Şelāh.

4:1 A night-time prayer

Confident Plea for Deliverance from Enemies; Evening Prayer for Help

For the musical director: a song by David ≈to be accompanied by stringed instruments.

For the director of music. With stringed instruments. A psalm of David.; For the choir director: A psalm of David, to be accompanied by stringed instruments.; For the leader: with stringed instruments: a psalm: for David; To the leader: with stringed instruments. A Psalm of David.

4 God of my righteousness, answer me when I call out.

≈You who granted me relief from distress.

Be gracious to me and ≈listen to my prayer.

2 ≈How long will you mortal people keep shaming me instead of honouring me?

Why do you all love ≈meaninglessness and enjoy dishonesty? (Instrumental break.)

3 ≈But be aware that Yahweh has ≈treats people who are faithful to him as special to him.

Yahweh ≈pays attention when I call out to him for help.

4 ≈Respect Yahweh and don’t sin.[ref]

Meditate ≈silently on your bed. (Instrumental break.)

5 Sacrifice ≈to him by obeying him,

and keep trusting him.

6 Many people ≈ask, “Who can show us anything that’s good?”

Yahweh, ≈shower your favour down on us.

7 You’ve ≈made me very happy,

even more so than when ≈there’s plenty of fine and wine.

8 I can lie down and sleep in peace,

because you, Yahweh, and only you, ≈let me life in safety.

↑ 4  For_the_director in/on/at/with_stringed_instruments a_song of_Dāvid.

2 \f + \fr 4:2 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

1\f* in/on/at/with_call_I answer_me Oh_god_of righteousness_of_my in/on/at/with_distress you_have_made_wide to/for_me gracious_me and_hear prayer_of_my.

3 \f + \fr 4:3 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

2\f* Oh_sons_of man until when honour_of_my into_shame love emptiness will_you_all_seek falsehood Şelāh.

4 \f + \fr 4:4 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

3\f* and_know if/because_that he_has_made_separate YHWH the_faithful to_him/it YHWH he_will_hear in/on/at/with_call_I to_him/it.

5 \f + \fr 4:5 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

4\f* tremble and_not sin speak in/on/at/with_heart_of_your_all’s on bed_of_your_all’s and_silent Şelāh.

6 \f + \fr 4:6 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

5\f* sacrifice sacrifices_of righteousness and_trust to YHWH.

7 \f + \fr 4:7 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

6\f* many_people are_saying who show_us\f + \fr 4:7 \ft OSHB note: We read one or more accents in L differently than BHS.

Often this notation indicates a typographical error in BHS.

\f* good lift_up upon_us the_light_of face_of_your Oh_YHWH.

8 \f + \fr 4:8 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

7\f* you_have_put joy in/on/at/with_heart_of_my more_than_when_of grain_of_their and_new_wine_of_their they_abound.

9 \f + \fr 4:9 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

8\f* in/on/at/with_peace together I_will_lie_down and_sleep if/because you Oh_YHWH to/for_alone in_safety dwell_me.

5:1 A prayer for protection

A Prayer for Protection; Trust in God for Deliverance from Enemies

For the musical director: a song by David ≈to be accompanied by flutes.

For the leader: with the flutes: a psalm: for David; For the director of music. For flutes. A psalm of David.; For the choir director: A psalm of David, to be accompanied by the flute.; To the leader: for the flutes. A Psalm of David.

5 ≈Listen to what I say, Yahweh.

≈≈Give consideration to my groans of distress.

2 Listen to ≈my cry for help,

my king and my God, because it’s you that I pray to.

3 Yahweh, you hear my voice each morning.

≈In the morning I ≈look in your direction and wait.

4 You’re not a God who ≈takes pleasure in wickedness.

≈Evil >people can’t live with you.

5 ≈Arrogant >people can’t stand ≈in your presence.

≈You hate ≈everyone who does ≈wicked things.

6 You destroy those who ≈tell lies.

≈Yahweh despises murderers and fraudsters.

7 Because of your loyal commitment, I’m able to enter your house.

≈I will bow down in awe towards your sacred temple.

8 Yahweh, ≈help me to do what is right because my enemies are watching.

≈≈Show me clearly how to stay on your path.

9 Their ≈lips are always flapping.

≈Their minds are their destruction.

Their throats are open graves[ref]

≈Their tongues are full of flattery.

10 My God, make them feel guilty.

May their own ≈plans lead to their downfall.

Drive them out because of their ≈frequent disobedience

because they’ve rebelled against you.

11 May those who ≈find safety in you be glad.

≈Let them shout in happiness forever.

Spread your blanket of protection over them.

May those who love your ≈authority praise you.

12 Because you, Yahweh, bless ≈those who do what’s right.

You ≈protect them with your favour like a shield.

↑ 5  For_the_director to the_flutes a_song of_Dāvid.

2 \f + \fr 5:2 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

1\f* messages_of_my give_ear Oh_YHWH consider sighing_of_my.

3 \f + \fr 5:3 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

2\f* listen to_sound/voice cry_of_my king_of_my and_god_of_my if/because to_you I_pray.

4 \f + \fr 5:4 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

3\f* Oh_YHWH morning\f + \fr 5:4 \ft OSHB note: We read one or more accents in L differently than BHS.

Often this notation indicates a typographical error in BHS.

\f* you_hear my_sound/voice morning I_arrange to/for_yourself(m) and_watch.

5 \f + \fr 5:5 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

4\f* if/because not are_a_god desiring_of wickedness you not dwell_with_you evil.

6 \f + \fr 5:6 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

5\f* not they_will_take_their_stand those_who_boast at_before eyes_of_your you_hate all_of those_who_do_of (of)_wickedness.

7 \f + \fr 5:7 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

6\f* you_destroy those_who_speak_of (of)_falsehood everyone_of blood(s) and_deceitful he_abhors YHWH.

8 \f + \fr 5:8 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

7\f* and_I in/on/at/with_abundance_of steadfast_love_of_your I_will_enter house_of_your I_will_bow_down to the_temple_of holy_of_your in/on/at/with_awe_of_you.

9 \f + \fr 5:9 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

8\f* Oh_YHWH lead_me in/on/at/with_righteousness_of_your on_account_of enemies_of_my make_straight\f + \fr 5:9 \ft OSHB variant note: הושר: (x-qere) ’הַיְשַׁ֖ר’: lemma_3474 morph_HVhv2ms id_192gM הַיְשַׁ֖ר\f* to/for_my_face/front way_of_your.

10 \f + \fr 5:10 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

9\f* if/because there_is_not in/on/at/with_mouth_of_their a_reliable_thing hearts_of_their is_destruction(s) is_a_grave open throat_of_their tongue_of_their flatter.

11 \f + \fr 5:11 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

10\f* bear_guilt_them Oh_god may_they_fall by_counsels_of_their_own in/on/at/with_many_of transgressions_of_their throw_out_them if/because they_have_rebelled in/on/at/with_you.

12 \f + \fr 5:12 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

11\f* and_ all_of _rejoice those_who_seek_refuge_of in/on/at/with_you for_ever let_them_shout_for_joy and_spread_protection over_them and_exult in_you(ms) those_who_love_of name_of_your.

13 \f + \fr 5:13 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

12\f* if/because you you_bless the_righteous Oh_YHWH as_a_shield favour surround_him.

6:1 A prayer in time of distress

A Prayer for Help in Time of Trouble; Prayer for Recovery from Grave Illness

A song by David for the singing director ≈to be accompanied by the ?≈eight-stringed instrument.

For the leader: with stringed instruments: according to the sheminith: a psalm: for David; To the leader: with stringed instruments—according to The Sheminith. A Psalm of David.; For the director of music. With stringed instruments. According to sheminith. A psalm of David.; For the choir director: A psalm of David, to be accompanied by an eight-stringed instrument.

6 Yahweh, don’t rebuke me ≈in your anger,[ref]

≈or discipline me in your rage.

2 Be gracious to me, Yahweh, because I’m frail.

≈Heal me, Yahweh, because my bones are aching.

3 I’m ≈emotionally distressed.

≈How much longer, Yahweh?

4 Turn around, Yahweh, and save my life

≈to demonstrate your loyal commitment.

5 ≈Once we’re dead we can’t honour you.

Who will give thanks to you from Sheol?

6 I’m worn out from groaning.

Every night I make my bed swim with my tears.

I melt away on my couch.

7 ≈I can barely open my eyes because of &my grief.

My enemies make me weak ≡with grief.

8 Keep away from me, all you who do evil things,[ref]

because Yahweh has heard the sound of my weeping.

9 Yahweh has heard my requests—

≈Yahweh will ≈answer my prayer.

10 Let my enemies be shamed and severely dismayed.

Let them ≈retreat and ≈feel ashamed for a while.

↑ 6  For_the_director in/on/at/with_stringed_instruments on the_shəmīnīt a_song of_Dāvid.

2 \f + \fr 6:2 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

1\f* Oh_YHWH do_not in/on/at/with_anger_of_your rebuke_me and_not in/on/at/with_severe_anger_of_your discipline_me.

3 \f + \fr 6:3 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

2\f* gracious_me Oh_YHWH if/because am_frail I heal_me Oh_YHWH if/because they_are_disturbed bones_of_my.

4 \f + \fr 6:4 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

3\f* and_soul_of_my it_is_disturbed exceedingly and_you\f + \fr 6:4 \ft OSHB variant note: ו/את: (x-qere) ’וְ/אַתָּ֥ה’: lemma_c/859 c morph_HC/Pp2ms id_19tc4 וְ/אַתָּ֥ה\f* Oh_YHWH until when.

5 \f + \fr 6:5 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

4\f* turn Oh_YHWH deliver life_of_my save_me on_account_of steadfast_love_of_your.

6 \f + \fr 6:6 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

5\f* if/because there_is_not in/on/at/with_death remembrance_of_you in/on/at/with_shəʼōl who will_he_give_thanks to_you.

7 \f + \fr 6:7 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

6\f* I_have_become_weary in/on/at/with_groaning_of_my I_make_swim in/on/at/with_every_of night bed_of_my in/on/at/with_tears_of_my couch_of_my I_melt.

8 \f + \fr 6:8 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

7\f* it_has_wasted_away because_of_grief eyes_of_my it_has_grown_weak in_all foes_of_my.

9 \f + \fr 6:9 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

8\f* turn_away from_me Oh_all_of those_who_do_of (of)_wickedness if/because YHWH he_has_heard the_sound_of weeping_of_my.

10 \f + \fr 6:10 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

9\f* YHWH he_has_heard supplication_of_my YHWH prayer_of_my he_will_accept.

11 \f + \fr 6:11 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

10\f* they_will_be_ashamed and_dismayed exceedingly all_of enemies_of_my they_will_turn_back they_will_be_ashamed a_moment.

7:1 A prayer for justice

A Prayer for Justice; Plea for Help against Persecutors

A ≈song by David which he sang to Yahweh concerning the Benyamite, Kush.

A shiggaion of David, which he sang to the Lord concerning Cush, a Benjamite.; A Shiggaion of David, which he sang to the Lord concerning Cush, a Benjaminite.; A shiggaion: for David (which he sang to the Lord because of Cush, a Benjamite); A psalm of David, which he sang to the Lord concerning Cush of the tribe of Benjamin.

7 I’ve ≈taken refuge in you, Yahweh, my God.

Save me from those who are ≈trying to get me,

2 ≈or else they’ll rip ≈me apart like a lion—

tearing me apart without anyone to rescue me.

3 Yahweh my God, if I’m ≈the cause of this,

≈if it’s my hands that have ≈done wrong,

4 if I repaid my friend with evil instead of good,

≈or ≈stole from my enemy for no good reason,

5 allow my enemy to chase ≈me and overtake me,

and trample my life into the ground,

and ≡allow my honour to disappear into the dust. (Instrumental break.)

6 Take action, Yahweh.

≈Take out your anger on my enemies

Wake up ≈for my sake—it’s you who ≈demands justice.

7 The countries have gathered around you—

return ≈to ruling them from on high.

8 Yahweh, judge those ≈people groups.

See my ≈obedience and integrity,

and ≈declare me innocent.

9 Bring the evil >activities of wicked >people to an end,

and establish ≈those who do good instead.

The righteous God examines ≈inner thoughts and motives.[ref]

10 ≈I trust God as my shield—

≡the one who rescues people ≈who desire to do good.

11 God is a judge ≈who never does wrong.

≡He’s ≈always against evil.

12 If anyone doesn’t repent, he’ll sharpen his bow,

then bend it back ready to use,

13 because he’s prepared weapons of death—

he makes fiery arrows.

14 Look at @that person who’s pregnant with wickedness

≈and conceives trouble

≈and gives birth to lies.

15 He digs a pit ≈then makes it deeper,

≈but he’ll fall into the very hole that he made.

16 His trouble returns on his own head,

≈and his violence ≈crushes his own skull.

17 I thank Yahweh ≈for how he always does what’s right,

and sing praises to Yahweh the highest >one.

↑ 7  A_shiggaion of_Dāvid which he_sang to/for_YHWH on the_messages_of Kūsh/(Cush) a_Ben-_of jaminite.

2 \f + \fr 7:2 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

1\f* Oh_YHWH god_of_my in/on/at/with_you I_have_sought_refuge save_me from_all pursue_of_me and_deliver_me.

3 \f + \fr 7:3 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

2\f* lest he_should_tear_to_pieces like_lion soul_of_my tearing and_no a_deliverer.

4 \f + \fr 7:4 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

3\f* Oh_YHWH god_of_my if I_have_done this if there_is unrighteousness in/on/at/with_hands_of_my.

5 \f + \fr 7:5 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

4\f* if I_have_repaid friend_of_my evil and_plundered foe_of_my without_cause.

6 \f + \fr 7:6 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

5\f* may_he_pursue an_enemy soul_of_my and_overtake and_trample to_the_ground life_of_my and_honour_of_my in_the_dust may_he_lay Şelāh.

7 \f + \fr 7:7 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

6\f* rise_up Oh_YHWH in/on/at/with_anger_of_your raise_yourself in/on/at/with_fury_of enemies_of_my and_awake to_me justice you_have_commanded.

8 \f + \fr 7:8 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

7\f* and_assembly_of nations gather_around_you and_over_it on_the_high return.

9 \f + \fr 7:9 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

8\f* YHWH judges peoples vindicate_me Oh_YHWH according_to_righteousness_of_my and_according_to_integrity_of_my in_me.

10 \f + \fr 7:10 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

9\f* may_it_come_to_an_end please the_evil_of wicked_people and_establish the_righteous and_test hearts and_hearts Oh_god righteous.

11 \f + \fr 7:11 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

10\f* shield_of_my is_on god a_deliverer of_people_upright_of heart.

12 \f + \fr 7:12 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

11\f* god is_a_judge righteous and_god is_indignant in_all day.

13 \f + \fr 7:13 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

12\f* if not anyone_will_repent sword_of_his he_will_sharpen bow_of_his he_has_bent and_made_ready_it.

14 \f + \fr 7:14 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

13\f* and_to/for_him/it he_has_prepared weapons_of death arrows_of_his with_fiery he_will_make.

15 \f + \fr 7:15 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

14\f* there he_is_in_labour_with wickedness and_conceives mischief and_gives_birth_to falsehood.

16 \f + \fr 7:16 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

15\f* a_pit he_digs and_hollowed_out_it and_falls in/on/at/with_hole which_he_made.

17 \f + \fr 7:17 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

16\f* trouble_of_his it_returns in/on/at/with_head_of_his_own and_on skull_of_his_own violence_of_his it_comes_down.

18 \f + \fr 7:18 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

17\f* I_will_give_thanks_to YHWH according_to_righteousness_of_his and_sing_praise the_name_of YHWH the_Most_High.

8:1 God’s splendour and mankind’s status

God’s Glory and Human Dignity; Divine Majesty and Human Dignity

For the musical director: a song by David ≈to be accompanied by a stringed instrument.[fn]

For the director of music. According to gittith. A psalm of David.; For the choir director: A psalm of David, to be accompanied by a stringed instrument.; To the leader: according to The Gittith. A Psalm of David.; For the leader: according to the gittith: a psalm: for David

8 Our master Yahweh, your ≈reputation all over the earth is magnificent.

Your splendour is ≈displayed across the sky

2 for even infants and children to notice.[ref]

You have established strength because of your enemies—to ≈put an end to the enemy and the avenger.

3 When I look up at the sky, I see your ≈handiwork—

the moon and the stars that you ≈placed there.

4 ≈How come that you even notice humankind?[fn]

≡Why would you even pay attention to ≈any descendant of ours?[ref]

5 You’ve made him a little lower than ?≈God (or ‘gods’),

and ≈poured splendour and majesty over him.[fn]

6 You’ve established him as ruler over ≈your creation—

you’ve put him in charge of everything:[ref]

7 All the sheep and cows,

as well as the animals in the countryside,

8 the birds ≈that fly and the fish in the sea—

everything that moves along the ≈ocean currents.

9 Our master, Yahweh,

your ≈magnificent reputation has spread around the whole world.

↑ 8  For_the_director on the_gittit a_song of_Dāvid.

2 \f + \fr 8:2 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

1\f* Oh_YHWH master_of_our how majestic name_of_your in_all the_earth/land the_one_who set glory_of_your above the_heavens.

3 \f + \fr 8:3 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

2\f* from_mouth_of children and_infants you_have_established strength on_account_of enemies_of_your to_silence an_enemy and_avenger.

4 \f + \fr 8:4 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

3\f* if/because I_will_see heavens_of_your the_works_of fingers_of_your the_moon and_stars which you_have_established.

5 \f + \fr 8:5 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

4\f* what is_humankind (cmp) mindful_him and_son_of humankind (cmp) care_for_him.

6 \f + \fr 8:6 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

5\f* and_made_lower_him little than_god and_glory and_honour crowned_him.

7 \f + \fr 8:7 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

6\f* made_ruler_him in/on/at/with_works_of hands_of_your everything you_have_put under feet_of_his.

8 \f + \fr 8:8 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

7\f* sheep and_oxen all_of_them and_also the_animals_of the_field.

9 \f + \fr 8:9 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

8\f* the_birds_of the_heavens and_fish_of the_sea that_which_passes_through the_paths_of the_seas.

10 \f + \fr 8:10 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

9\f* Oh_YHWH master_of_our how majestic name_of_your in_all the_earth/land.

9:1 Thanking Yahweh for his justice

God’s Power and Justice; Thanksgiving to God for His Justice

For the musical director: David’s song about the death of the son

For the choir director: A psalm of David, to be sung to the tune “Death of the Son.”; To the leader: according to Muth-labben. A Psalm of David.; For the leader: set to ‘Muth labben’: a psalm: for David; For the director of music. To the tune of “The Death of the Son.” A psalm of David.

9 I will thank Yahweh with all ≈of my being.

≈I will ≈tell others all ≈about your miracles.

2 I will be happy and ≈celebrate you,

I will sing praise to your name, the highest >one.

3 When my enemies ≈are forced to retreat,

they stumble and ≈die as they run away from you

4 because you have ≈accepted my claim and decided the case in my favour.

You have sat on your throne—a judge ≈who always decides fairly.

5 You scolded countries and destroyed the wicked ones—

≈making their names disappear, never to return.

6 The enemy are finished—≈just ruins remaining from now on.

You ≈also uprooted cities—≈they too will be forgotten.

7 ≈However, Yahweh will ≈reign forever.

He’s established his throne ≈as a platform for justice,

8 ≈so he’ll judge the world ≈without bias,

and he will ≈solve cases for the peoples with fairness.

9 ≈Anyone who’s oppressed can go to Yahweh for safety—

he’s a safe refuge in times of trouble.

10 Those who know your ≈reputation put their trust in you,

because you don’t abandon those who make the effort to find you, Yahweh.

11 Sing praises to Yahweh who lives in Tsiyyon (Zion).

≈Tell all the peoples about the good things he’s done,

12 because the God ≈who avenges those who’ve been murdered,

doesn’t forget the cries of ≈those who suffered.

13 Have mercy on me, Yahweh.

See my suffering because of those who hate me.

You’re the one who ≈pulls me away from the gates of death

14 so that I can ≈keep praising you at the gates of Tsiyyon’s daughter.

I’ll ≈celebrate the salvation that comes from you.

15 The nations have sunk down into the pit they themselves made.

≈Their foot is caught in the hidden net that they themselves ≈had put there.

16 Yahweh has revealed himself—he’s served justice—

the wicked >people were trapped by ≈their own actions. (Meditation break.) (Instrumental break.)

17 Wicked >people will turn back to Sheol,

all nations are forgetful of God.

18 But the needy won’t ≈always be forgotten,

and ≈those who are suffering won’t always find their hopes dashed.

19 ≈Take action, Yahweh. Don’t let evil people prevail.

Let the nations ≈face you for judgement.

20 Put ≈some fear in them, Yahweh.

≈Remind the nations that they’re human. (Instrumental break.)

↑ 9  For_the_director alumoth_of labben a_song of_Dāvid.

2 \f + \fr 9:2 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

1\f* I_will_give_thanks_to YHWH in_all heart_of_my I_will_recount all_of wonders_of_your.

3 \f + \fr 9:3 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

2\f* I_will_rejoice and_exult in/on/at/with_you I_will_sing_praises_to name_of_your Oh_Most_High.

4 \f + \fr 9:4 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

3\f* in/on/at/with_to_turn enemies_of_my backwards they_stumble and_perish because_of_presence_of_you.

5 \f + \fr 9:5 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

4\f* if/because you_have_done just_of_my and_cause_of_my you_have_sat on_throne judging_of (of)_righteousness.

6 \f + \fr 9:6 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

5\f* you_have_rebuked nations you_have_destroyed the_wicked their_name you_have_wiped_out for_ever and_ever.

7 \f + \fr 9:7 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

6\f* the_enemy they_have_come_to_an_end ruins in_everlasting and_cities you_have_plucked_up memory_of_them it_has_perished they.

8 \f + \fr 9:8 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

7\f* and_YHWH to_forever he_remains he_has_established for_the_judgement throne_of_his.

9 \f + \fr 9:9 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

8\f* and_he he_will_judge the_world in/on/at/with_righteousness he_will_judge the_nations in/on/at/with_equity.

10 \f + \fr 9:10 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

9\f* and_let_it_be YHWH a_refuge for_the_oppressed a_refuge in_times trouble.

11 \f + \fr 9:11 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

10\f* and_trust in_you(ms) those_who_know_of your(ms)_name if/because not you_have_abandoned seek_of_you Oh_YHWH.

12 \f + \fr 9:12 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

11\f* sing_praises to/for_YHWH who_dwells_of Tsiyyōn/(Zion) declare in/on/at/with_peoples deeds_of_his.

13 \f + \fr 9:13 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

12\f* if/because one_who_seeks blood(s) DOM_them he_has_remembered not he_has_forgotten the_cry_of_distress_of humble_people\f + \fr 9:13 \ft OSHB variant note: עניים: (x-qere) ’עֲנָוִֽים’: lemma_6035 n_0 morph_HAampa id_19y7z עֲנָוִֽים\f*.

14 \f + \fr 9:14 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

13\f* gracious_me Oh_YHWH see affliction_of_my from_hate_of_me lift_up_of_me from_gates_of death.

15 \f + \fr 9:15 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

14\f* so_that I_may_recount all_of praises_of_your in/on/at/with_gates_of the_daughter_of Tsiyyōn I_will_rejoice in/on/at/with_salvation_of_your.

16 \f + \fr 9:16 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

15\f* nations they_have_sunk in/on/at/with_pit which_they_made in/on/at/with_net which they_had_hidden foot_of_their it_has_been_caught.

17 \f + \fr 9:17 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

16\f* he_has_made_himself_known YHWH justice he_has_done in/on/at/with_work_of hands_of_their he_is_striking_down the_wicked Higgāyōn Şelāh.

18 \f + \fr 9:18 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

17\f* they_will_return wicked_people to_shəʼōl_to all_of the_nations forgetful_of god.

19 \f + \fr 9:19 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

18\f* if/because not to_always he_will_be_forgotten the_needy the_hope_of afflicted_people\f + \fr 9:19 \ft OSHB variant note: ענוים: (x-qere) ’עֲ֝נִיִּ֗ים’: lemma_6041 n_0.

0 morph_HAampa id_19twL עֲ֝נִיִּ֗ים\f* it_will_be_lost to_ever.

20 \f + \fr 9:20 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

19\f* rise_up Oh_YHWH not humankind let_it_prevail the_nations let_them_be_judged on presence_of_you.

21 \f + \fr 9:21 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

20\f* put Oh_YHWH terror to/for_them the_nations may_they_know are_human_beings they Şelāh.

10:1 A prayer for relief from bullies

A Prayer for Justice; Prayer for Deliverance from Enemies

10 Why do you ≈seem so distant, Yahweh?

Why ≈can’t we see you helping us in times of trouble?

2 Wicked >people just arrogantly bully the poor and needy.

May they be caught up by the very schemes that they planned for others.

3 Indeed, the wicked >people boast about ≈everything they want

≈and ≈they say that the greedy person is a fine guy, but they despise Yahweh.

4 In #their pride, wicked >people don’t seek him.

≈≈In their minds, they convince themselves that there’s no God.

5 #Their ≈don’t want to change their ways.

Your judgements are high ≈above out of their sight.

As for all #their enemies, #they sigh at them.

6 ≈They tell themselves, “≈No one’s going to change me.

≈≈No one will trouble me, even through all the generations.”

7 #Their mouths are full of curses and lies, and ≈they oppress others.

Mischief and evil are under #their tongues.[ref]

8 #They sit in ambush near the villages.

In ≈isolated places #they murder the innocent.

#Their eyes stealthily watch for ≈any vulnerable people.

9 #They ambush in a hidden places like a lion in cover.

#They hide so they can seize ≈helpless >people.

#They capture the weak by pulling in @their nets.

10 #They stoop then crouch,

and unfortunate people succumb to #their strength.

11 #They ≈tell themselves, “God has ≈gone on strike—

he looks away so he never notices.”

12 Yahweh, ≈take action.

≈God, ≈do something.

Don’t forget ≈those who are poor or needy.

13 Why do wicked >people despise God?

#They ≈tell themselves, “You’ll ≈never come looking for me.”

14 But you have seen—indeed, you notice mischief and grief to ≈do something about it.

The #victims trust you to work on their behalf.

You are a helper for the fatherless.

15 Break the ≈hold of wicked and evil people.

≈Prevent them from being able to implement their wicked schemes.

16 Yahweh is king forever and ever.

≈He drove those other nations out of his land.

17 You’ve heard the ≈request of those in need, Yahweh.

You ≈encourage them. You pay ≈close attention

18 to judge the orphan and oppressed,

so that ≈mere humans will no longer be able to terrify them.

↑ 10  To/for_why Oh_YHWH do_you_stand in/on/at/with_far_off do_you_hide in_times trouble.

2 In/on/at/with_arrogance_of the_wicked he_hotly_pursues the_afflicted they_are_caught in/on/at/with_schemes which they_have_planned.

3 If/because he_boasts a_wicked_person on the_desire_of heart_of_his and_greedy he_blesses he_spurns YHWH.

4 A_wicked_person in_pride_of countenance_of_his not he_seeks are_there_is_not a_god all_of thoughts_of_his.

5 ways_of_his They_endure\f + \fr 10:5 \ft OSHB variant note: דרכ/ו: (x-qere) ’דְרָכָ֨י/ו’: lemma_1870 n_1.

0 morph_HNcbpc/Sp3ms id_19Fkx דְרָכָ֨י/ו\f* in_all time are_height judgements_of_your from_near_him all_of enemies_of_his he_breathes_out in/on/at/with_them.

6 He_says in/on/at/with_heart_of_his not I_will_be_shaken throughout_generation and_generation who not in/on/at/with_adversity.

7 A_curse mouth_of_his it_is_full and_deceit and_oppression are_under tongue_of_his mischief and_evil.

8 He_sits in/on/at/with_ambush_of villages in/on/at/with_hiding_places he_kills the_innocent eyes_of_his for_helpless they_lie_hidden.

9 He_lies_in_wait in/on/at/with_secret like_lion in/on/at/with_thicket_of_his he_lies_in_wait to_seize the_afflicted he_seizes the_afflicted in/on/at/with_draws_him in/on/at/with_net_of_his.

10 And\f + \fr 10:10 \ft OSHB variant note: ו/דכה: (x-qere) ’יִדְכֶּ֥ה’: lemma_1794 morph_HVqi3ms id_19GV7 יִדְכֶּ֥ה\f* he_is_bowed_down and_fall in/on/at/with_might_of_his an_army_of\f + \fr 10:10 \ft OSHB variant note: חלכאים: (x-qere) ’חֵ֣יל’: lemma_2426 morph_HNcmsc id_19Jb3 חֵ֣יל ’כָּאִֽים’: lemma_3512 b n_0 morph_HAampa id_19XXt כָּאִֽים\f*.

11 He_says in/on/at/with_heart_of_his god he_has_forgotten he_has_hidden his/its_faces/face not he_sees to_ever.

12 Rise_up Oh_YHWH Oh_god lift_up hand_of_your do_not forget humble_people\f + \fr 10:12 \ft OSHB variant note: עניים: (x-qere) ’עֲנָוִֽים’: lemma_6035 n_0 morph_HAampa id_19zbA עֲנָוִֽים\f*.

13 Concerning what has_he_spurned the_wicked god has_he_said in/on/at/with_heart_of_his not you_will_seek.

14 You_have_seen if/because you mischief and_grief you_pay_attention to_take in/on/at/with_hand_of_your to_you an_unfortunate_person he_abandons the_fatherless you you_are a_helper.

15 Break the_arm_of the_wicked and_bad/evil you_will_seek wickedness_of_his not you_will_find.

16 YHWH is_king_of forever and_ever the_nations they_have_perished from_land_of_his.

17 the_desire_of humble_people you_have_heard Oh_YHWH you_establish heart_of_their you_cause_to_pay_attention ear_of_your.

18 To_do_justice the_fatherless and_oppressed not he_will_repeat again so_that_terrify humankind from the_earth/land.

11:1 Trusting God for fair process

Confidence in the Lord; Song of Trust in God

For the musical director: a song by David.

To the leader. Of David.; For the choir director: A psalm of David.; For the leader: for David; For the director of music. Of David.

11 I’ve taken refuge in Yahweh.

How can you tell me,

Flutter away to your mountain like a bird?

2 Because, look, wicked >people ≈are getting their bows ready.

They’ve got their arrows ≈lined up on the strings

to shoot at the ≈godly people in the darkness.

3 If the foundations get destroyed,

what can good people do then?

4 Yahweh’s in his sacred temple.

His eyes watch—his eyes examine humanity’s children.

5 Yahweh examines both ≈good people and the wicked,

but he hates those who love to inflict violence.

6 He rains burning coals and sulfur upon the wicked.

≈≈He’ll send scorching hot winds to punish them

7 because Yahweh ≈loves what is right, and that’s what he does.

≈Godly people will get to stand in front of him.

↑ 11  For_the_director of_Dāvid\f + \fr 11:1 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

11.

1\f* in/on/at/with_LORD I_have_taken_refuge how will_you_all_say to_soul_of_my take_flight\f + \fr 11:1 \ft OSHB variant note: נודו: (x-qere) ’נ֝֗וּדִי’: lemma_5110 n_0.

0 morph_HVqv2fs id_195pP נ֝֗וּדִי\f* mountain_of_your_all’s a_bird.

2 If/because there\f + \fr 11:2 \ft OSHB note: We read one or more accents in L differently than BHS.

Often this notation indicates a typographical error in BHS.

\f* the_wicked bend a_bow they_have_prepared arrow_of_their on the_bowstring to_shoot in gloom at_upright_of heart.

3 If/because the_foundations destroyed the_righteous what does_he_do.

4 YHWH in_(the)_palace holy_of_his YHWH in/on/at/with_heaven throne_of_his eyes_of_his they_see eyelids_of_his they_test the_children_of humankind.

5 YHWH the_righteous he_tests and_wicked and_ (of)_violence _lover_of soul_of_his it_hates.

6 He_will_rain_down on wicked_people snares will_be_fire and_sulfur and_spirit burning_heat(s) the_portion_of cup_of_their.

7 If/because is_righteous YHWH righteousness(es) he_loves the_upright they_will_see face_of_his.

12:1 The requesting of God

A Prayer for Help; Plea for Help in Evil Times

For the musical director: a song by David ?≈to be played on the eight-stringed instrument.

For the choir director: A psalm of David, to be accompanied by an eight-stringed instrument.; For the leader: according to the sheminith: a psalm: for David; To the leader: according to The Sheminith. A Psalm of David.; For the director of music. According to sheminith. A psalm of David.

12 Help, Yahweh, because faithful >people seem to have disappeared.

≈Those who have integrity have vanished from among humanity.

2 Everyone says empty words to #their neighbours.

≈Everyone speaks with flattering lips and ≈deceitful motives.

3 Yahweh, cut off all those flattering lips,

≈and every tongue ≈that exaggerates.

4 These are those who have said, “With our tongues ≈we’ll get whatever we want.

≈When our lips speak, who can ≈tell us what to do?”

5 Yahweh says, “I’ll ≈take action

because of the violence against the poor and the groans of the needy.

I’ll provide the safety that they’ve been longing for.”

6 Yahweh’s words are pure words,

like silver purified in a furnace on the earth—

refined seven times over.

7 Yahweh, you will protect them.

Yes, forever protect us from this violent generation.

8 Wicked >people prowl all around

when evil is promoted for humanity.

↑ 12  For_the_director on the_shəmīnīt a_song of_Dāvid.

2 \f + \fr 12:2 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

12.

1\f* help Oh_YHWH if/because he_has_come_to_an_end the_faithful if/because they_have_vanished faithful_people from_(the)_sons humankind.

3 \f + \fr 12:3 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

12.

2\f* falsehood they_speak each with his/its_neighbour a_lip_of flattering_messages in/on/at/with_heart and_heart they_speak.

4 \f + \fr 12:4 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

12.

3\f* YHWH may_he_cut_off all_of the_lips_of flattering_messages a_tongue which_speaks great_things.

5 \f + \fr 12:5 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

12.

4\f* which they_say with_tongues_of_our we_will_make_strong lips_of_our on_our_own who is_master to/for_us.

6 \f + \fr 12:6 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

12.

5\f* because_of_oppression_of afflicted_people because_of_groaning_of needy_people now I_will_arise YHWH he_says I_will_set in/on/at/with_safety which_he_pants to_him/it.

7 \f + \fr 12:7 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

12.

6\f* the_messages_of YHWH are_messages pure silver refined in/on/at/with_furnace on_the_ground refined sevenfold.

8 \f + \fr 12:8 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

12.

7\f* you Oh_YHWH protect_them protect_us from the_generation this to_forever.

9 \f + \fr 12:9 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

12.

8\f* all_around wicked_people prowl when_ vileness _exalted among_children_of humankind.

13:1 A prayer for help

Prayer for Deliverance from Enemies; A Prayer for Help

For the musical director: a song by David.

To the leader. A Psalm of David.; For the leader: a psalm: for David; For the choir director: A psalm of David.; For the director of music. A psalm of David.

13 Yahweh, for how long will you keep forgetting about me?

For how long will you hide ≈yourself from me?

2 How long must I worry?

≈Must I have grief in my heart all day?

≈How long will my enemy gloat over me?

3 Look at me and answer me, Yahweh my God.

≈Restore my strength, or I’ll ≈die in my sleep.

4 Don’t let my enemy ≈boast that they’ve defeated me,

otherwise my enemies will ≈celebrate when I’m defeated.

5 ≈But I’ve trusted in your loyal commitment.

≈I’m happy inside because you’ve saved me.

6 I’ll sing to Yahweh because he’s been generous to me.

↑ 13  For_the_director a_song of_Dāvid.

2 \f + \fr 13:2 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

13.

1\f* until when Oh_YHWH forget_me perpetuity until when will_you_hide DOM face_of_your from_me.

3 \f + \fr 13:3 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

13.

2\f* until when will_I_set counsel(s) in/on/at/with_soul_of_my sorrow in/on/at/with_heart_of_my by_day until when will_he_be_exalted enemy_of_my over_me.

4 \f + \fr 13:4 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

13.

3\f* consider answer_me Oh_YHWH god_of_my give_light eyes_of_my lest I_should_sleep the_death.

5 \f + \fr 13:5 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

13.

4\f* lest he_should_say enemy_of_my overcome_him foes_of_my they_will_rejoice if/because I_am_shaken.

6 \f + \fr 13:6 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

13.

5\f* and_I in/on/at/with_steadfast_love_of_your I_have_trusted heart_of_my may_it_rejoice in/on/at/with_salvation_of_your\f + \fr 13:6 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

13.

6\f* I_will_sing to/for_YHWH if/because he_has_dealt_bountifully with_me.

14:1 Responding to evil people

Denunciation of Godlessness; Human Wickedness

(Psa. 53)

For the musical director: a song by David.

To the leader. Of David.; For the choir director: A psalm of David.; For the leader: for David; For the director of music. Of David.

14 Godless >people ≈convince themselves that there is no God.

They behave corruptly and do evil things.

No one really does what is good.[ref]

2 Yahweh looks down at ≈humanity from the heavens

to see if there are any who understand—who ≈make an effort to discover him.

3 They’ve all turned away.

Together they’ve become corrupt.

There ≈isn’t anyone who does good—no one.

4 Don’t ≈those evil people know anything—

those who eat up my people just like they’d eat bread,

but ≈they don’t request help from Yahweh?

5 They tremble with dread,

because God is with ≈those who desire to obey him.

6 You want to humiliate poor #people,

even though ≈they go to Yahweh to find safety.

7 If only help would come from Tsiyyon (Zion) ≈to rescue Yisrael.

When Yahweh brings back his people from ≈where they were taken as captives,

then Yacob (Jacob) will rejoice and Yisrael will be glad!

↑ 14  For_the_director of_Dāvid\f + \fr 14:1 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

14.

1\f* he_says a_fool in/on/at/with_heart_of_his there_is_not a_god they_behave_corruptly they_do_abominably deeds there_is_not one_who_does_of (of)_good.

2 YHWH from_heaven he_looks_down on the_children_of humankind to_see if_there_are one_who_has_insight one_who_seeks DOM god.

3 The_all he_turns_aside all_together they_are_corrupt there_is_not one_who_does_of (of)_good there_is_not also one.

4 Never do_they_know all_of those_who_do_of (of)_wickedness those_who_devour_of people_of_my they_eat bread YHWH not they_call_on.

5 There they_fear a_fear if/because god in/on/at/with_generation righteous.

6 the_plan_of the_poor you_all_will_put_to_shame if/because YHWH refuge_of_his.

7 Who will_he_give from_Tsiyyōn/(Zion) the_salvation_of Yisrā^ʼēl/(Israel) in/on/at/with_restores YHWH the_captivity_of people_of_his let_it_be_glad Yaˊₐqoⱱ/(Jacob) let_it_rejoice Yisrā^ʼēl/(Israel).

15:1 Who does Yahweh like?

What God Requires; Who Shall Abide in God’s Sanctuary?

A song by David.

A psalm: for David; A psalm of David.; A Psalm of David.

15 Who’s ≈allowed to stay in your tent?

Who can live on your sacred hill?

2 Whoever’s ≈innocent because they do what is right

and speaks truth ≈with integrity.

3 #Those ≈who don’t use their tongues to slander others.

#Those who don’t harm others,

and who don’t insult #their neighbours.

4 ≈Those godly people despise ≈those rejected by Yahweh,

≈but #they honour those who respect *him.

#They ≈do what they’ve promised, even at their own expense.

5 #They don’t charge interest when #they lend money.

#They don’t take bribes to testify against innocent >people.

#Those who do those things will never be ≈rejected.

↑ 15  A_song of_Dāvid\f + \fr 15:1 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

15.

1\f* Oh_YHWH who will_he_sojourn in/on/at/with_tent_of_your who will_he_dwell in/on/at/with_hill_of holy_of_your.

2 one_who_walks blameless and_does righteousness and_speaks truth in/on/at/with_heart_of_his.

3 Not he_takes_slander on tongue_of_his not he_does to_neighbour_of_his evil and_reproach not he_lifts_up on friend_of_his.

4 is_despised in/on/at/with_eyes_of_whose a_rejected_person and_DOM those_fearing_of (of)_YHWH he_honours he_swears to_hurt and_not he_changes.

5 Money_of_his not he_gives in/on/at/with_interest and_bribe on the_innocent not he_takes one_who_does_of (of)_these_things not he_will_be_shaken to_forever.

16:1 Yahweh is my security

Song of Trust and Security in God; A Prayer of Confidence

A song by David.

A Miktam of David.; A miktam: for David; A psalm of David.; Amiktam of David.

16 Protect me, God,

because ≈you are the one I trust for my safety.

2 ≈I tell Yahweh, “You are my master. ?≈Anything good I do means nothing without you.

3 As for the ≈godly people who live here, they are noble people.

≈I really enjoy being with them.

4 Their troubles will increase—

those who ≈choose to worship other gods.

I won’t pour out their drink offerings of blood

or ≈even use my lips to name their gods.

5 Yahweh is ≈all I want as my inheritance and my cup.

You ?≈ensure my future security.

6 ≈I’ve had a nice piece of land measured out for me—

it’s definitely a good inheritance that I received.

7 I will praise Yahweh who gives me good advice.

Even at night, my ≈conscience teaches me what’s right.

8 I ≈made a decision to always keep Yahweh on my mind.

≈Nothing will worry me, because he’s right here beside me

9 so I can ≈relax and be happy,

Also ≈I can live in safety

10 because you won’t abandon my soul to Sheol.[ref]

You wouldn’t permit your faithful >follower to see the pit.

11 You ≈show me the path that leads to life.

≈I’m always happy in your presence.

≈I’ll have pleasure forever when I’m with you.”[ref]

↑ 16  A_miktam of_Dāvid\f + \fr 16:1 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

16.

1\f* protect_me Oh_god if/because I_have_taken_refuge in/on/at/with_you.

2 You(f)_said to/for_YHWH my_master you good_of_I not apart_from_you.

3 As_for_saints who on_the_earth they and_noble_of (of)_whom_all_of delight_of_my in/on/at/with_whom.

4 sorrows_of_those They_will_increase another_god they_have_acquired not I_will_pour_out drink_offerings_of_their of_blood and_not I_will_take DOM names_of_their on lips_of_my.

5 YHWH is_the_portion_of portion_of_my and_cup_of_my you are_holding lot_of_my.

6 Boundary_lines they_have_fallen to_me in/on/at/with_pleasant_places also an_inheritance_of it_is_beautiful have_I.

7 I_will_bless DOM YHWH who counsels_me also nights instructs_me heart_of_my.

8 I_have_placed YHWH at_before_me continually if/because at_right_hand_of_my not I_will_be_shaken.

9 For_so/thus/hence heart_of_my it_rejoices glory_of_my and_rejoices also body_of_my it_will_dwell in_safety.

10 If/because not you_will_abandon soul_of_my to_shəʼōl not you_will_permit faithful_of_your to_see the_pit.

\f + \fr 16:10 \ft OSHB note: We read one or more vowels in L differently from BHS.

\f* 11 known_me the_path_of life abundance_of gladness(es) are_with presence_of_your pleasant_things in/on/at/with_right_hand_of_your perpetuity.

17:1 A prayer for protection

Prayer for Deliverance from Persecutors; The Prayer of an Innocent Person

A prayer by David.

A prayer: for David; A prayer of David.; A Prayer of David.

17 Listen to my plea for justice, Yahweh.

≈Pay attention to my call for help.

≈≈Take notice of my prayer coming from ≈honest lips.

2 ≈Consider my case and confirm that I’m innocent.

Let your eyes see what is ≈just.

3 If you test my ≈inner motives,

if you come to me in the night to test me,

and you won’t find any evil plans—

my mouth won’t ≈say anything evil.

4 As for ≈people’s actions,

it is at the word from your ≈mouth

that I’ve kept myself from the ways of lawless >people.

5 ≈I’ve kept myself consistently on your paths.

≈My feet haven’t slipped.

6 I call to you, God, because you answer me.

≈Take notice of me and listen when I speak.

7 Show your loyal commitment in a wonderful way,

you who ≈use your power to protect

those who take refuge in you from their enemies.

8 Protect me ≈as carefully as the pupil is protected in the eye.

≈Hide me like a chick under the shadow of your wings.

9 ≡Protect me from the wicked >people who assault me—

≡from my enemies who surround me.

10 They’ve closed their ≈minds to pity.

Their mouths speak with pride.

11 They have ≈closed in on me.

They ≈have decided to throw me to the ground.

12 They’re like a lion ≈eager for a victim—

like a young lion crouching in ambush.

13 ≈Take action, Yahweh.

Confront #them.

≈Knock ≈them down.

Rescue my life from wicked >people by your sword!

14 ≈Use your strength, Yahweh, to rescue me from men—

from ≈people in this world whose prosperity is in this life alone.

You’ll fill the bellies of your treasured ones with riches—

they’ll have many children and will leave their wealth to *them.

15 ≈Because I’m obedient, I’ll see your face.

≈When I wake up, I’ll be satisfied ≈at seeing you.

↑ 17  A_prayer of_Dāvid\f + \fr 17:1 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

17.

1\f* hear Oh_YHWH righteousness attend cry_of_my give_ear prayer_of_my in/on/at/with_not lips_of deceit.

2 From_before_presence_of_you vindication_of_my may_it_come_forth eyes_of_your may_they_see uprightness(es).

3 You_have_tested heart_of_my you_have_visited night tested_me not you_will_find I_have_resolved not it_will_transgress mouth_of_my.

4 As_for_deeds_of humankind in/on/at/with_message_of lips_of_your I I_have_watched the_paths_of the_violent.

5 They_have_held_firm steps_of_my in/on/at/with_paths_of_your not feet_of_my they_have_been_shaken.

6 I call_on_you if/because answer_me Oh_god incline ear_of_your to_me hear my_speech/discourse.

7 Make_wonderful steadfast_love_of_your Oh_deliverer those_who_take_refuge from_rise_up in/on/at/with_right_hand_of_your.

8 Keep_me as_apple_of the_daughter_of an_eye in/on/at/with_shadow_of wings_of_your hide_me.

9 From_face/in_front_of wicked_people who despoil_me enemies_of_my in/on/at/with_life they_surround around_me.

10 Calloused_of_their they_have_closed_up mouths_of_their they_have_spoken in/on/at/with_arrogance.

11 Steps_of_our now surround_me\f + \fr 17:11 \ft OSHB variant note: סבבו/ני: (x-qere) ’סְבָב֑וּ/נוּ’: lemma_5437 n_1 morph_HVqp3cp/Sp1cp id_19dV3 סְבָב֑וּ/נוּ\f* eyes_of_their they_set to_throw on_the_earth.

12 Likeness_of_they like_lion which_it_longs to_tear and_like_young_lion which_sits in/on/at/with_ambush.

13 Rise_up Oh_YHWH confront before_of_him bring_down_him deliver life_of_my from_wicked sword_of_your.

14 From_men hand_of_your Oh_YHWH from_men of_world portion_of_whose in/on/at/with_life and_treasure_of_you\f + \fr 17:14 \ft OSHB variant note: ו/צפינ/ך: (x-qere) ’וּֽ/צְפוּנְ/ךָ֮’: lemma_c/6845 n_2.

0 morph_HC/Vqsmsc/Sp2ms id_19oGS וּֽ/צְפוּנְ/ךָ֮\f* you_fill bellies_of_their they_are_satisfied sons and_leave abundance_of_their to_children_of_their.

15 I in/on/at/with_righteousness I_will_see face_of_your I_will_be_satisfied in/on/at/with_awake likeness_of_your.

18:1 David’s song of victory

Royal Thanksgiving for Victory; David’s Song of Victory

(2 Sam. 22:1-51)

For the musical director: a song by Yahweh’s servant David, when he sang the words of this song to Yahweh on the day that Yahweh rescued him from Shaul (King Saul) and all his other enemies.

For the leader: for the Lord’s servant: for David (who recited the words of this song to the Lord on the day when the Lord rescued him from the power of all his enemies and from the hand of Saul. He said:); To the leader. A Psalm of David the servant of the Lord, who addressed the words of this song to the Lord on the day when the Lord delivered him from the hand of all his enemies, and from the hand of Saul. He said:; For the director of music. Of David the servant of the Lord. He sang to the Lord the words of this song when the Lord delivered him from the hand of all his enemies and from the hand of Saul. He said:; For the choir director: A psalm of David, the servant of the Lord. He sang this song to the Lord on the day the Lord rescued him from all his enemies and from Saul.

18 He said:

I love you, Yahweh, my source of strength.

2 Yahweh is my rock, my fortress, ≈the one who brings me to safety.

≈He’s my God, my rock. I take refuge in him.

He’s my shield, the ≈power that saves me, my fortress.

3 I will call ≈for help from Yahweh

who ≈deserves all the praise he gets,

and then I’ll be rescued from my enemies.

4 ≈I felt like I was about to die,

≈and torrents of worthlessness overwhelmed me.

5 The ≈grave seemed to be putting its ropes around me.

≈The snares of death trapped me.

6 In my distress I called out to Yahweh.

≈I cried for help to my God.

He heard my voice from his temple.

≈My call for help entered his presence.

≈It ≈reached his ears.

7 Then the earth quaked and shook.

≈The foundations of the mountains trembled

≈and were shaken because @God ≈was angry.

8 Smoke went up from out of his nostrils,

≈and blazing fire came out of his mouth.

Coals were ignited by it.

9 He opened the skies and came down,

and ≈heavy darkness was under his feet.

10 He rode on a winged creature and flew.

≈He glided on the wings of the wind.

11 He made darkness into a tent around him—

heavy rain clouds in the skies.

12 Hail and ≈burning coals fell from the brightness in front of him.

13 Yahweh thundered from the heavens.

The voice of the highest >one shouted.[fn]

14 He shot his arrows and scattered his enemies—

≈many lightning bolts, and ≈forced them to disperse.

15 Then the water channels appeared.

≈The foundations of the world were exposed

at your rebuke, Yahweh—

≈at the blast of the breath from your nostrils.

16 He reached down from above and took hold of me.

≈He pulled me out of the surging waters.

17 He rescued me from my powerful enemy—

from those who hated me,

because they were too strong for me.

18 They confronted me ≈when I was in distress,

≈but Yahweh was my support.

19 He brought me out to a wide open place.

≈He saved me because he was pleased with me.

20 Yahweh has rewarded me because ≈I’ve done nothing wrong.

≈He has restored me because ≈I’m innocent.

21 because I’ve ≈followed Yahweh’s ≈instructions

and haven’t acted wickedly towards my God.

22 ≈I keep all his instructions in mind,

and I haven’t ≈refused to follow any of his rules.

23 I’ve ≈done nothing that he could blame me for

and I’ve kept myself from ≈disobeying him.

24 ≈So Yahweh has restored me because of my ≈obedience,

because ≈I was innocent in his sight.

25 To the faithful, you show yourself faithful.

≈To the blameless, you show yourself blameless.

26 ≈To the pure, you show yourself pure,

but you’re shrewd towards anyone who’s crooked,

27 because you save people ≈who are suffering,

≈but you bring down those with proud, uplifted eyes.

28 You give light to my lamp.

≈Yahweh my God lights up my darkness.

29 ≈With your help, I ≈can run forward into the invaders.

≈≈With my God’s assistance, I can leap over a wall.

30 As for God, his #ways are perfect.

≈Yahweh’s message has been refined.

He is a shield to everyone who ≈goes to him to stay safe,

31 because who is God except Yahweh?

≈Who is a ≈reliable place of safety except our God?

32 It is God who puts strength onto me like a belt around me—

who makes my path ≈clear of obstacles.

33 He makes ≈me sure-footed like a deer,

and places me in the ≈hills.[ref]

34 He trains my hands for battle,

≈and my arms to bend a bronze bow.

35 You ≈protect and save me with your shield.

You ≈use your power to support me,

and your favour has made me ≈strong.

36 You’ve made the path for my feet ≈wide beneath me

≈so that my ≈feet haven’t slipped.

37 I chased my enemies and overtook them.

≈I didn’t turn back until they were destroyed.

38 I smashed them so that they were unable to ≈regroup.

≈They have fallen under my feet.

39 You put strength on me for battle ≈like a belt around me.

You made my enemies bow down to me.

40 You ≈allowed me to kill my enemies.

≈I annihilated those who hated me.

41 They called for help, but no rescuer came.

≈≡They called out to Yahweh, but he didn’t answer them.

42 I ≈hammered them into fine pieces like dust in the wind.

≈I emptied them out like mud in the streets.

43 You rescued me from people’s feuds.

You’ve made me the head over nations.

≈People serve me that I never knew before.

44 As soon as they heard ≈about me, they obeyed me.

≈Foreigners ≈cower down to me.

45 The foreigners ≈lose heart,

≈and came trembling out of their strongholds.

46 Yahweh lives—may my ≈place of security be praised.

≈Praise the God ≈who saved me.

47 He’s the God who executes vengeance ≈on my behalf—

who subdues the nations under me.

48 I’m set free from my enemies.

Indeed, you ≈helped me stay ahead of those who opposed me.

You rescued me from violent men.

49 Therefore I’ll give thanks to you among the nations, Yahweh,

≈I’ll sing praises to your name.[ref]

50 @God gives great victory to his king,

and he shows his loyal commitment to his anointed >one—

to David and to his descendants forever.

↑ 18  For_the_director of_servant_of of_YHWH of_Dāvid who he_spoke to/for_YHWH DOM the_messages_of the_song the_this in/on_day when_he_delivered YHWH DOM_him from_hand_of all_of enemies_of_his and_from_hand_of Shāʼūl/(Saul).

2 \f + \fr 18:2 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

18.

1\f* and_said love_you Oh_YHWH strength_of_my.

3 \f + \fr 18:3 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

18.

2\f* YHWH rock_of_my and_fortress_of_my and_deliverer_of_my god_of_my rock_of_my I_take_refuge in/on/over_him/it shield_of_my and_horn_of salvation_of_my stronghold_of_my.

4 \f + \fr 18:4 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

18.

3\f* the_one_who_is_to_be_praised I_call_out_to YHWH and_from enemies_of_my I_am_delivered.

5 \f + \fr 18:5 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

18.

4\f* encompassed_me cords_of death and_torrents_of worthlessness overwhelmed_me.

6 \f + \fr 18:6 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

18.

5\f* the_cords_of Shəʼōl entangled_me confronted_me snares_of death.

7 \f + \fr 18:7 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

18.

6\f* in/on/at/with_distress to_me I_called_out_to YHWH and_near/to god_of_my I_cried_for_help he_heard from_temple_of_his my_sound/voice and_cry_of_my before_presence_of_him it_came in/on/at/with_ears_of_his.

8 \f + \fr 18:8 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

18.

7\f* and_shook and_quaked the_earth/land and_foundations_of the_mountains they_trembled and_quaked if/because it_burned to_him/it.

9 \f + \fr 18:9 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

18.

8\f* smoke it_went_up in/on/at/with_nostrils_of_his and_fire from_mouth_of_his it_consumed coals they_burned from_it.

10 \f + \fr 18:10 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

18.

9\f* and_bowed the_heavens and_came_down and_thick_darkness was_under feet_of_his.

11 \f + \fr 18:11 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

18.

10\f* and_rode on a_cherub and_flew and_came_swiftly on the_wings_of the_wind.

12 \f + \fr 18:12 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

18.

11\f* he_made darkness hiding_place_of_his around_of_him canopy_of_his darkness_of waters dark_clouds_of clouds.

13 \f + \fr 18:13 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

18.

12\f* from_brightness before_him clouds_of_his they_passed_through hail and_coals_of fire.

14 \f + \fr 18:14 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

18.

13\f* and_thundered in/on/at/with_heavens YHWH and_most_high he_gave_forth voice_of_his hail and_coals_of fire.

15 \f + \fr 18:15 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

18.

14\f* and_shot arrows_of_his and_scattered_them and_lightning he_shot and_routed_them.

16 \f + \fr 18:16 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

18.

15\f* and_became_visible channels_of water and_laid_bare the_foundations_of the_world at_rebuke_of_your Oh_YHWH at_blast_of the_breath_of nostrils_of_your.

17 \f + \fr 18:17 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

18.

16\f* he_stretched_out from_high took_me drew_out_me of_waters many.

18 \f + \fr 18:18 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

18.

17\f* delivered_me from_enemy_of_my mighty and_from_hated_of_me if/because they_were_too_strong too_for_me.

19 \f + \fr 18:19 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

18.

18\f* confronted_me in/on/at/with_day_of calamity_of_my and_he/it_was YHWH as_support to_me.

20 \f + \fr 18:20 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

18.

19\f* and_brought_out_me into_a_spacious_place rescued_me if/because he_delighted in/on/at/with_me.

21 \f + \fr 18:21 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

18.

20\f* rewarded_me YHWH according_to_righteousness_of_my according_to_cleanness_of hands_of_my he_repaid to_me.

22 \f + \fr 18:22 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

18.

21\f* if/because I_have_kept the_ways_of YHWH and_not I_have_acted_wickedly from_god_of_my.

23 \f + \fr 18:23 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

18.

22\f* if/because all_of ordinances_of_his at_before_me and_regulations_of_his not I_turn_aside from_me.

24 \f + \fr 18:24 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

18.

23\f* and_was blameless with_him/it and_kept from_guilt_of_my.

25 \f + \fr 18:25 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

18.

24\f* and_repaid YHWH to_me according_to_righteousness_of_my according_to_cleanness_of hands_of_my in_before sight_of_his.

26 \f + \fr 18:26 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

18.

25\f* with a_faithful_person you_show_yourself_faithful with a_man blameless you_show_yourself_blameless.

27 \f + \fr 18:27 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

18.

26\f* with one_who_purifies_himself you_show_yourself_pure and_with a_perverse_person you_show_yourself_tortuous.

28 \f + \fr 18:28 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

18.

27\f* if/because you a_people afflicted you_save and_eyes uplifted you_bring_low.

29 \f + \fr 18:29 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

18.

28\f* if/because you you_light lamp_of_my YHWH god_of_my he_illuminates darkness_of_my.

30 \f + \fr 18:30 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

18.

29\f* if/because in_you(ms) I_run a_marauding_band and_in/on/at/with_god_of_my I_leap_over a_wall.

31 \f + \fr 18:31 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

18.

30\f* the_god is_blameless its_road/course the_message_of YHWH is_refined is_a_shield he to_all/each/any/every the_take_refuge in/on/over_him/it.

32 \f + \fr 18:32 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

18.

31\f* if/because who is_god besides YHWH and_who is_a_rock except god_of_our.

33 \f + \fr 18:33 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

18.

32\f* the_god the_girded_with_of_me strength and_he/it_gave blameless way_of_my.

34 \f + \fr 18:34 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

18.

33\f* he_is_making feet_of_my like_the_deer and_on heights_of_my set_secure_me.

35 \f + \fr 18:35 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

18.

34\f* he_is_training hands_of_my for_the_war and_bend a_bow_of bronze arms_of_my.

36 \f + \fr 18:36 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

18.

35\f* and_given to_me the_shield_of salvation_of_your and_right_hand_of_your supported_me and_humility_of_your made_great_me.

37 \f + \fr 18:37 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

18.

36\f* you_enlarge steps_of_my under_me and_not ankles_of_my they_slip.

38 \f + \fr 18:38 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

18.

37\f* I_pursued enemies_of_my and_overtook_them and_not I_returned\f + \fr 18:38 \ft OSHB note: BHS has been faithful to the Leningrad Codex where there might be a question of the validity of the form and we keep the same form as BHS.

\f* until consumed_they.

39 \f + \fr 18:39 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

18.

38\f* struck_down_them and_not they_were_able to_rise they_fell under feet_of_my.

40 \f + \fr 18:40 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

18.

39\f* and_girded_me strength for_the_battle you_made_bow_down adversaries_of_my under_me.

41 \f + \fr 18:41 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

18.

40\f* and_enemies_of_my you_gave to/for_me neck and_hated_of_me destroyed_them.

42 \f + \fr 18:42 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

18.

41\f* they_cried_for_help and_there_was_no a_deliverer to YHWH and_not answer_them.

43 \f + \fr 18:43 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

18.

42\f* and_beat_fine_them like_dust on the_face_of the_wind like_mud_of the_streets emptied_out_them.

44 \f + \fr 18:44 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

18.

43\f* delivered_me from_strife_of a_people made_me as_head_of nations a_people which_not I_knew served_me.

45 \f + \fr 18:45 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

18.

44\f* as_soon_as_heard_of an_ear they_became_obedient to_me sons_of foreignness they_cringed to_me.

46 \f + \fr 18:46 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

18.

45\f* sons_of foreignness they_withered and_trembling from_strongholds_of_their.

47 \f + \fr 18:47 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

18.

46\f* is_living YHWH rock_of_my and_blessed and_ the_god_of _exalted salvation_of_my.

48 \f + \fr 18:48 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

18.

47\f* the_god the_gave vengeance(s) to_me and_subdues peoples under_me.

49 \f + \fr 18:49 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

18.

48\f* delivered_of_me from_enemies_of_my also more_than adversaries_of_my exalted_me from_man violence delivered_me.

50 \f + \fr 18:50 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

18.

49\f* on/upon/above/on_account_of//he/it_went_in yes/correct/thus/so give_thanks_you in/on/at/with_nations Oh_YHWH and_to_name_of_your I_will_sing_praises.

51 \f + \fr 18:51 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

18.

50\f* he_is_making_great\f + \fr 18:51 \ft OSHB variant note: מגדל: (x-qere) ’מַגְדִּיל֮’: lemma_1431 n_2.

0 morph_HVhrmsa id_19F23 מַגְדִּיל֮\f* the_salvation(s)_of king_of_his and_shows covenant_loyalty to_anointed_of_his to_Dāvid and_to_descendants_of_his until perpetuity.

19:1 God’s splendour displayed

God’s Glory in Creation; God’s Glory in Creation and the Law

For the musical director: a song by David.

To the leader. A Psalm of David.; For the leader: a psalm: for David; For the choir director: A psalm of David.; For the director of music. A psalm of David.

19 The skies declare God’s ≈talent and splendour,

≈and ≈outer space shows off his handiwork.

2 Speech pours out day after day.

≈Night after night it reveals knowledge.

3 There’s no speech or words spoken.

≈No voice can be heard

4 yet their words go out over all the earth,

≈and their speech to the end of the world.

He’s ≈placed the sun in its home in the sky.[ref]

5 The sun is like a bridegroom coming out of his room.

≈≡It’s like a strong man who’s glad when he can run along his path.

6 The sun rises from ≈side of our view

≈and crosses the sky to the other.

Nothing escapes its heat.

The Law of the Lord

7 Yahweh’s #instructions are perfect, restoring ≈our motivation.

Yahweh’s testimony is reliable, making simple >people wise.

8 Yahweh’s instructions are right, ≈bringing inner fulfillment.

≈Yahweh’s #commands are pure, bringing light to the eyes.

9 ≈Respect for Yahweh is pure, enduring forever.

≈Yahweh’s rules are correct and always right.

10 They’re more valuable than gold, even fine gold.

≈They’re sweeter than honey, even the honey that drips from the honeycomb.

11 Yes, your servant is warned by @Yahweh’s rules.

≈A worthwhile reward comes from obeying them.

12 Who can discern all their own errors?

≈Cleanse me from hidden faults.

13 Also, keep your servant from willful sins—

≈don’t let them not rule over me.

Then I’ll be perfect,

≈and I will be innocent of terrible disobedience.

14 Let the words from my mouth

≈and even my inner thoughts

be acceptable in your sight, Yahweh—

≈the secure place that I can run to,

≈and ≈the one who paid for my release from slavery.

↑ 19  For_the_director a_song of_Dāvid.

2 \f + \fr 19:2 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

19.

1\f* the_heavens are_recounting the_glory_of god and_work_of hands_of_his is_telling the_firmament.

3 \f + \fr 19:3 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

19.

2\f* day to_day it_pours_forth speech and_night to_night it_declares knowledge.

4 \f + \fr 19:4 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

19.

3\f* there_is_not speech and_there_are_no messages not voice_of_their is_heard.

5 \f + \fr 19:5 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

19.

4\f* in_all the_earth/land voice_of_their it_has_gone_out and_in/on/at/with_end_of the_world messages_of_their for_the_sun he_has_put a_tent in/on/at/with_them.

6 \f + \fr 19:6 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

19.

5\f* and_he like_bridegroom who_comes_forth from_chamber_of_his it_rejoices like_strong to_run a_path.

7 \f + \fr 19:7 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

19.

6\f* from_end_of the_heavens rising_of_its and_circuit_of_its is_to end_of_them and_nothing a_thing_hidden from_heat_of_its.

\f + \fr 19:7 \ft OSHB note: BHS has been faithful to the Leningrad Codex where there might be a question of the validity of the form and we keep the same form as BHS.

\f* 8 \f + \fr 19:8 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

19.

7\f* the_instruction_of YHWH is_perfect restoring_of (of)_life the_transcript_of YHWH is_reliable making_wise_of (of)_a_simple_person.

9 \f + \fr 19:9 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

19.

8\f* the_precepts_of YHWH are_upright making_glad_of (of)_the_heart the_command_of YHWH is_pure enlightening_of (of)_eyes.

10 \f + \fr 19:10 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

19.

9\f* the_fear_of YHWH is_pure enduring to_forever the_judgements_of YHWH are_truth they_are_righteous altogether.

11 \f + \fr 19:11 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

19.

10\f* the_desirable more_than_gold and_than_fine_gold much and_sweeter than_honey and_drippings_of honeycombs.

12 \f + \fr 19:12 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

19.

11\f* also servant_of_your is_warned (is)_in_them in/on/at/with_keeping_them consequence great.

13 \f + \fr 19:13 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

19.

12\f* errors who will_he_discern from_hidden acquit_me.

14 \f + \fr 19:14 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

19.

13\f* also from_willful_sins keep_back servant_of_your not may_they_rule in/on/at/with_me then I_will_be_blameless and_innocent of_transgression great.

15 \f + \fr 19:15 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

19.

14\f* let_them_be as_acceptable the_messages_of mouth_of_my and_meditation_of heart_of_my to_your_face Oh_YHWH rock_of_my and_redeemer_of_my.

20:1 A prayer for victory

Prayer for Victory; A Prayer for Victory

For the musical director: a song by David.

To the leader. A Psalm of David.; For the leader: a psalm: for David; For the choir director: A psalm of David.; For the director of music. A psalm of David.

20 May Yahweh help you ≈whenever trouble comes.

≈Then may Yakob’s (Jacob’s) God protect you

2 and send help from &his sanctuary,

≈to support you from Tsiyyon (Zion).

3 May he call to mind all your offerings

and accept your burnt sacrifice. (Instrumental break.)

4 May he give you ≈your desires that you’ve thought about the most,

≈and ≈make all the plans that you’ve hoped for come to pass.

5 Then we will ≈celebrate your victory,

≈and we’ll raise banners in the name of our God.

May Yahweh grant all your requests.

6 Now I know that Yahweh will rescue his anointed >one.

He will answer him from his sacred heaven

≈and use all his strength to save .

7 ≈Various leaders trust in various different military units,

but we will ≈put our trust in our God Yahweh.

8 They will ≈stumble and fall,

but we will ≈be strong and stand ≈firm.

9 Yahweh, rescue the king.

Answer us when we call for help.

↑ 20  For_the_director a_song of_Dāvid.

2 \f + \fr 20:2 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

20.

1\f* answer_you YHWH in/on_day trouble protect_you the_name_of the_god_of Yaˊₐqoⱱ/(Jacob).

3 \f + \fr 20:3 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

20.

2\f* may_he_send help_of_you from_sanctuary and_from_Tsiyyōn/(Zion) sustain_you.

4 \f + \fr 20:4 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

20.

3\f* may_he_remember all_of offerings_of_your and_burnt_offering_of_your accept Şelāh.

5 \f + \fr 20:5 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

20.

4\f* may_he_give to/for_yourself(m) as_heart’s_of_your and_all plans_of_your may_he_fulfill.

6 \f + \fr 20:6 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

20.

5\f* we_will_shout_for_joy in/on/at/with_victory_of_your and_in/on/at/with_name_of god_of_our we_will_raise_a_banner YHWH may_he_fulfill all_of requests_of_your.

7 \f + \fr 20:7 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

20.

6\f* now I_know if/because_that he_delivers YHWH anointed_of_his answer_him from_heaven_of holy_of_his in/on/at/with_mighty_of (the)_salvation_of right_hand_of_his.

8 \f + \fr 20:8 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

20.

7\f* these in/on/at/with_chariots and_these in/on/at/with_horses and_we in/on_name_of YHWH god_of_our we_bring_to_remembrance.

9 \f + \fr 20:9 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

20.

8\f* they they_bow_down and_fall and_we we_arise and_stand_firm.

10 \f + \fr 20:10 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

20.

9\f* Oh_YHWH save the_king answer_us in/on/at/with_day_of call_we.

21:1 Praise for victory

Thanksgiving for Victory; Praise for Victory

For the musical director: a song by David.

To the leader. A Psalm of David.; For the leader: a psalm: for David; For the choir director: A psalm of David.; For the director of music. A psalm of David.

21 The king’s glad about your strength, Yahweh.

≈He’s very happy about the salvation you provide.

2 You’ve given him ≈what he really wanted,

≈and haven’t held back ≈from answering his requests. (Instrumental break.)

3 You went to meet him with blessings of good >things.

≈You placed a crown of purest gold on his head.

4 He asked you for life and you gave it to him.

You ≈extended his life and gave him an eternal dynasty.

5 ≈He receives great respect because of your victory.

≈You’ve given him splendour and majesty.

6 When you grant him lasting blessings,

you make him glad with the ≈excitement of your presence.

7 The king trusts in Yahweh.

He won’t waver ≈as he experiences the loyal commitment of the highest >one.

8 Your ≈energy will find all your enemies.

Your ≈strength will reach as far as those who hate you.

9 ≈When you get angry, you’ll burn them up like in a flaming furnace.

≈Yahweh will consume them in his fury, and the fire will devour them.

10 You’ll destroy their offspring from the earth

and their descendants from among humankind

11 because they intended to do evil against you.

They conceived a plot, but they won’t succeed

12 because you will turn them back.

≈You’ll draw your bow ≈in front of them.

13 Yahweh, ≈show us your strength ≈and we’ll praise you.

We’ll sing, and praise your power.

↑ 21  For_the_director a_song of_Dāvid.

2 \f + \fr 21:2 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

21.

1\f* Oh_YHWH in/on/at/with_strength_of_your he_rejoices the_king and_in/on/at/with_help_of_your how he_exults\f + \fr 21:2 \ft OSHB variant note: יגיל: (x-qere) ’יָּ֥גֶל’: lemma_1523 morph_HVqi3ms id_19vBq יָּ֥גֶל\f*\f + \fr 21:2 \ft OSHB note: We have abandoned or added a ketib/qere relative to BHS.

In doing this we agree with L against BHS.

\f* exceedingly.

3 \f + \fr 21:3 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

21.

2\f* the_desire_of his/its_heart you_have_given for_him/it and_request_of lips_of_his not you_have_withheld Şelāh.

4 \f + \fr 21:4 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

21.

3\f* if/because meet_him blessings_of good_things you_set on_head_of_his a_crown_of pure_gold.

5 \f + \fr 21:5 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

21.

4\f* life he_asked of_you you_gave_it for_him/it length_of days forever and_ever.

6 \f + \fr 21:6 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

21.

5\f* is_great\f + \fr 21:6 \ft OSHB note: We read one or more accents in L differently than BHS.

Often this notation indicates a typographical error in BHS.

\f* glory_of_his in/on/at/with_help_of_your splendour and_splendour you_place on/upon/above_him/it.

7 \f + \fr 21:7 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

21.

6\f* if/because make_him blessings for_eternity make_glad_him in/on/at/with_joy with presence_of_your.

8 \f + \fr 21:8 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

21.

7\f* if/because the_king is_trusting in/on/at/with_LORD and_in/on/at/with_steadfast_love_of the_Most_High not he_will_be_shaken.

9 \f + \fr 21:9 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

21.

8\f* hand_of_your it_will_find to/from_all/each/any/every enemies_of_your right_hand_of_your it_will_find hate_of_you.

10 \f + \fr 21:10 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

21.

9\f* make_them like_furnace_of fire at_time_of appear_of_your YHWH in/on/at/with_severe_anger_of_his swallow_up_them and_consume_them fire.

11 \f + \fr 21:11 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

21.

10\f* descendants_of_their from_earth you_will_destroy and_offspring_of_their from_(the)_sons humankind.

12 \f + \fr 21:12 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

21.

11\f* if/because they_have_extended against_you harm they_have_planned a_scheme not they_will_succeed.

13 \f + \fr 21:13 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

21.

12\f* if/because make_turn_them a_shoulder in/on/at/with_bowstrings_of_your you_will_prepare on faces_of_their.

14 \f + \fr 21:14 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

21.

13\f* exalted Oh_YHWH in/on/at/with_strength_of_your we_will_sing and_praise power_of_your.

22:1 A cry of pain then a praise song

Plea for Deliverance from Suffering and Hostility; A Cry of Anguish and a Song of Praise

For the musical director: a song by David to the tune ‘The doe of the dawn’.

For the director of music. To the tune of “The Doe of the Morning.” A psalm of David.; For the choir director: A psalm of David, to be sung to the tune “Doe of the Dawn.”; For the leader: set to ‘Hind of the Dawn’: a psalm: for David; To the leader: according to The Deer of the Dawn. A Psalm of David.

22 My God, my God, why have you abandoned me?

Why are you so far from saving me

≈≡and far from ≈my plea for help?[ref]

2 My God, I call out in the daytime for help, but you don’t answer >me,

≈and at night I’m not silent either.

3 ≈Yet you are sinless—

≈accepting Yisrael’s praises.

4 Our ancestors trusted in you.

They trusted in you, and you rescued them.

5 They called out to you for help and they were rescued.

They trusted in you and were not disappointed.

6 ≈But I’m a worm and not a man—

≈a disgrace to humanity and despised by the people.

7 Everyone who sees me, taunts me.

≈They ?≈make faces at me.

≈They shake their heads at me.[ref]

8 Go to Yahweh—he’ll save him.

≈He’ll rescue him because he likes him.[ref]

9 You brought me out from the womb.

≈You made me trust you when I was at my mother’s breasts.

10 I ?≈was forced to be dependant on you since birth.

≈You are my God since I was in my mother’s womb.

11 Don’t ≈distance yourself from me, because trouble is near.

≈There’s no one else who can help.

12 Many enemies surround me like angry bulls.

≈Strong bulls from Bashan have surrounded me.

13 They open their mouths wide against me

≈like a roaring lion tearing its victim apart.

14 I am being poured out like water and all my bones are out of joint.

≈My heart is like wax—it melts away within my chest.

15 My strength has dried up like a piece of fired clay.

≈My tongue sticks to ≈the roof of my mouth.

You’re ≈about to let me die and return to dust

16 because dogs have surrounded me.

≈A band of evil >men has encircled me.

They’ve pierced my hands and my feet.[fn]

17 I can count all my bones.

They stand looking, and stare at me.

18 They divide my clothes up among themselves,

≈They cast lots for my garments.[ref]

19 Yahweh, ≈don’t just stand at a distance.

≈Please hurry to help me, my strength.

20 Save my life from the sword—

≈my ≈very existence from the ≈clutch of wild dogs.

21 Save me from the lion’s mouth.

≈Rescue me from the horns of the wild bulls.

22 I’ll ≈promote your name among my brothers.

≈I’ll praise you in ≈front of all the assembled people.[ref]

23 ≈You all who fear Yahweh, praise him.

≈All you descendants of Yakob, honour him.

≈Stand in awe of him, all you descendants of Yisrael,

24 because he hasn’t despised or detested the suffering of ≈the one who’s going through it.

≈Yahweh hasn’t hidden ≈away from him.

≈When the suffering one called out to him, he heard.

25 ≈You’re the reason that I offer praise ≈when all the people gather.

≈I’ll fulfill my vows ≈publicly in front of those who fear him.

26 The oppressed >people will eat and be satisfied.

Those who are ≈interested in Yahweh will praise him.

May you all live forever.

27 Peoples from each end of the earth will remember and turn to Yahweh.

≈All the families of the nations will bow down before you,

28 because Yahweh ≈is the king

≈and rules over the nations.

29 All the prosperous >people in the world will celebrate and worship >him.

≈All ≈mortal people will bow before him—those who can’t ≈extend their own lives.

30 Our ≈future offspring will serve him.

They’ll tell the next generation about the master.

31 They will come and tell about his righteousness.

They’ll tell what he’s done to people not yet born.

↑ 22  For_the_director on the_doe_of the_dawn a_song of_Dāvid.

2 \f + \fr 22:2 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

22.

1\f* god_of_my god_of_my to/for_why abandoned_me are_far from_helping_of_me the_messages_of groaning_of_my.

3 \f + \fr 22:3 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

22.

2\f* god_of_my I_call_out by_day\f + \fr 22:3 \ft OSHB note: We read one or more accents in L differently than BHS.

Often this notation indicates a typographical error in BHS.

\f* and_not you_answer and_night and_not silence to_me.

4 \f + \fr 22:4 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

22.

3\f* and_you(ms) are_holy sitting_of the_praises_of Yisrā^ʼēl/(Israel).

5 \f + \fr 22:5 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

22.

4\f* in/on/at/with_you fathers_of_our they_trusted they_trusted and_delivered_them.

6 \f + \fr 22:6 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

22.

5\f* to_you they_cried_out and_saved in/on/at/with_you they_trusted and_not they_were_ashamed.

7 \f + \fr 22:7 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

22.

6\f* and_I am_a_worm and_not a_man a_reproach_of humankind and_despised_of a_people.

8 \f + \fr 22:8 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

22.

7\f* all_of see_of_me they_mock to_me they_make_a_separation in/on/at/with_mouths they_shake a_head.

9 \f + \fr 22:9 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

22.

8\f* roll to YHWH deliver_him rescue_him if/because he_delights in/on/over_him/it.

10 \f + \fr 22:10 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

22.

9\f* if/because you took_of_me from_womb trust_of_me on the_breasts_of mother’s_of_my.

11 \f + \fr 22:11 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

22.

10\f* on_you I_was_throw from_birth from_womb_of mother’s_of_my god_of_my you.

12 \f + \fr 22:12 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

22.

11\f* do_not be_far from_me if/because trouble is_near if/because there_is_not a_helper.

13 \f + \fr 22:13 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

22.

12\f* surround_me bulls many mighty_bulls_of Bāshān encircle_me.

14 \f + \fr 22:14 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

22.

13\f* they_have_opened against_me mouths_of_their a_lion tearing and_roaring.

15 \f + \fr 22:15 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

22.

14\f* like_the_water I_have_been_poured_out and_ all_of _out_of_joint bones_of_my heart_of_my it_has_become like_the_wax it_has_melted in_the_middle breast_of_my.

16 \f + \fr 22:16 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

22.

15\f* it_has_dried_up like_a_potsherd strength_of_my and_tongue_of_my\f + \fr 22:16 \ft OSHB note: We read one or more accents in L differently than BHS.

Often this notation indicates a typographical error in BHS.

\f* has_been_made_to_cling_to jaws_of_my and_in_dust_of death lay_me.

17 \f + \fr 22:17 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

22.

16\f* if/because surrounded_me dogs a_company_of evil-doers encircled_me like_the_pierced hands_of_my and_feet_of_my.

18 \f + \fr 22:18 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

22.

17\f* I_count all_of bones_of_my they they_look they_look in/on/at/with_me.

19 \f + \fr 22:19 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

22.

18\f* they_distribute garments_of_my to/for_them and_for clothing_of_my they_throw a_lot.

20 \f + \fr 22:20 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

22.

19\f* and_you(ms) Oh_YHWH do_not be_distant help_of_my to_help_of_me come_quickly.

21 \f + \fr 22:21 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

22.

20\f* deliver from_sword life_of_my from_power_of a_dog precious_life_of_my.

22 \f + \fr 22:22 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

22.

21\f* save_me from_mouth_of a_lion and_from_horns_of wild_oxen answer_me.

23 \f + \fr 22:23 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

22.

22\f* I_will_recount name_of_your to_brothers_of_my in_the_middle the_assembly praise_you.

24 \f + \fr 22:24 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

22.

23\f* Oh_those_fearing_of (of)_YHWH praise_him Oh_all_of the_offspring_of Yaˊₐqoⱱ/(Jacob) glorify_him and_stand_in_awe from_him/it Oh_all_of the_offspring_of Yisrā^ʼēl/(Israel).

25 \f + \fr 22:25 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

22.

24\f* if/because not he_has_despised and_not he_has_detested the_affliction_of an_afflicted_person and_not he_has_hidden his/its_faces/face from_him/it and_in/on/at/with_cried_for_help_he to_him/it he_heard.

26 \f + \fr 22:26 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

22.

25\f* from_with_you praise_of_my in/on/at/with_assembly great vows_of_my I_will_pay before fear_of_him.

27 \f + \fr 22:27 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

22.

26\f* they_will_eat humble_people and_satisfied they_will_praise YHWH seek_of_him hearts_of_your_all’s may_it_live to_forever.

28 \f + \fr 22:28 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

22.

27\f* they_will_remember and_turn to YHWH all_of the_ends_of the_earth and_worship to_your_face all_of the_clans_of the_nations.

29 \f + \fr 22:29 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

22.

28\f* if/because to/for_YHWH the_royalty and_rules in/on/at/with_nations.

30 \f + \fr 22:30 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

22.

29\f* they_have_eaten and_worship\f + \fr 22:30 \ft OSHB note: BHS has been faithful to the Leningrad Codex where there might be a question of the validity of the form and we keep the same form as BHS.

\f* all_of the_fat_people_of the_earth before_face/front_him all_of they_will_bow_down dust those_who_go_down_of and_soul_of_his not he_has_preserved_alive.

31 \f + \fr 22:31 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

22.

30\f* offspring serve_him it_will_be_recounted about_master_of to_the_generation.

32 \f + \fr 22:32 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

22.

31\f* they_will_come and_proclaim righteousness_of_his to_people about_to_be_born if/because_that he_has_acted.

23:1 Protected and blessed by the shepherd

The Lord Our Shepherd; The Divine Shepherd

A song by David.

A psalm: for David; A psalm of David.; A Psalm of David.

23 Yahweh is my shepherd

so I won’t lack anything.

2 He lies me down in paddocks of fresh grass.

He leads me beside a peaceful stream.

3 He refreshes my inner being.

He guides me along paths of obedience so that he’ll be honoured.

4 Even when I walk through a valley in deep darkness,

I won’t be afraid of being harmed.

Your rod and staff will protect and comfort me.

5 You prepare a meal for me while my enemies watch.

You give me olive oil to soothe my head.

≈I have so many blessings.

6 I’m certain that your goodness and your mercy will pursue me for my whole life,

and then I’ll live in Yahweh’s house forever.

↑ 23  A_song of_Dāvid\f + \fr 23:1 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

23.

1\f* YHWH shepherd_of_my not I_lack.

2 In/on/at/with_pastures_of fresh_grass lie_down_me at waters_of rest(s) leads_me.

3 Soul_of_my he_restores leads_me in/on/at/with_paths_of righteousness for_the_sake_of his/its_name.

4 Also if/because I_will_go in/on/at/with_valley_of deep_darkness not I_will_fear harm if/because you with_me rod_of_your and_staff_of_your they comfort_me.

5 You_arrange to/for_my_face/front a_table before enemies_of_my you_have_refreshed in/on/at/with my_head my wwww.

6 Surely good and_mercy follow_me all_of the_days_of life_of_my and_dwell in_house_of YHWH for_long_of days.

24:1 God the powerful King

The Great King; Entrance into the Temple

A song by David.

Of David. A Psalm.; Of David. A psalm.; A psalm of David.; For David: a psalm

24 The earth and all its content belong to Yahweh—

≈the world, and everything that lives in it,

2 because he founded it on the seas,

≈and established it on the rivers.

3 Who will ascend Yahweh’s mountain?

≈Who will stand in his sacred place?

4 The one with clean hands and a pure heart,

who hasn’t ≈falsely declared to be following me,

≈and hasn’t ≈made a promise in order to deceive >others.

5 He’ll receive a blessing from Yahweh

and he God of his salvation ≈will declare him innocent.

6 Such is the generation of those who ≈try to discover him—

those who ≈want to imitate Yakob. (Instrumental break.)

7 ≈Look up, you gates.

≈≈Open up, everlasting doors,

so that the ≈incredible king can come in.

8 Who’s ≈that incredible king?

Yahweh, strong and powerful.

≈Yahweh, victorious in battle.

9 ≈Look up, you gates.

≈≈Open up, everlasting doors,

so that the ≈incredible king can come in.

10 Who’s ≈that incredible king?

Army commander Yahweh.

He’s that ≈incredible king. (Instrumental break.)

↑ 24  Of_Dāvid a_song\f + \fr 24:1 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

24.

1\f* to/for_YHWH the_earth/land and_everything_of_it the_world and_live_of in/on/at/with_it.

2 If/because he\f + \fr 24:2 \ft OSHB note: We read one or more accents in L differently than BHS.

Often this notation indicates a typographical error in BHS.

\f* on the_seas founded_it and_on the_rivers established_it.

3 Who will_he_go_up in/on/at/with_hill_of YHWH and_who will_he_stand in/on/at/with_place_of holy_of_his.

4 A_person_innocent_of palms and_pure_of heart who not he_has_lifted_up to_the_what_is_false soul_of_me and_not he_has_sworn_an_oath by_what_is_false.

5 He_will_lift_up blessing from_with YHWH and_righteousness from_god_of salvation_of_his.

6 This is_the_generation_of seek_of_him\f + \fr 24:6 \ft OSHB variant note: דרש/ו: (x-qere) ’דֹּרְשָׁ֑י/ו’: lemma_1875 n_1 morph_HVqrmpc/Sp3ms id_195e6 דֹּרְשָׁ֑י/ו\f* those_who_seek_of face_of_your Oh_Yaˊₐqoⱱ/(Jacob) Şelāh.

7 Lift_up Oh_gates heads_of_your_all’s and_lifted_up Oh_doors_of antiquity and_ the_king_of _come_in the_glory.

8 Who this is_the_king_of the_glory YHWH strong and_mighty YHWH mighty_of battle.

9 Lift_up Oh_gates heads_of_your_all’s and_lift_up Oh_doors_of antiquity and_ the_king_of _come_in the_glory.

10 Who that this is_the_king_of the_glory YHWH hosts he is_the_king_of the_glory Şelāh.

25:1 The praying so that get to teach

A Prayer for Guidance and Protection; Prayer for Guidance and for Deliverance

A song by David.

For David; A psalm of David.; Of David.

א (Alef)

25 I ≈offer my life to you, Yahweh.

ב (Beyt)

2 My God, I trust in you.

Don’t let me be humiliated.

≈Don’t let my enemies ≈defeat me and then celebrate.

ג (Gimel)

3 ≈Don’t let anyone be disgraced because they’d put their trust in you.

On the other hand, may those who act treacherously without cause be ashamed.

ד (Dalet)

4 Make your ways known to me, Yahweh.

≈Teach me your paths.

ה (He)

5 Guide me into your truth and teach me,

because you’re the God ≈who saves me.

I wait all day long ≈to experience your presence.

ו (Vav)

6 ≈Call your acts of compassion and loyal commitment ≈to mind, Yahweh,

because they’ve always existed.

ז (Zayin)

7 Don’t ≈think about my youthful disobedience or my rebelliousness.

≈Call me to mind with loyal commitment because of your goodness, Yahweh.

ח (Het)

8 Yahweh is both honest and good,

therefore he teaches sinners the way.

ט (Tet)

9 He guides the humble in what is right

≈and he teaches *them his way.

י (Yod)

10 All Yahweh’s ways are loyal commitment and faithfulness

to those who keep his agreement and his solemn commands.

כ (Kaf)

11 For the sake of your ≈reputation, Yahweh,

forgive my disobedience because it’s ≈pretty bad.

ל (Lamed)

12 Who are #those who respect Yahweh?

The master will instruct #them in the path that #they should choose.

מ (Mem)

13 #They’ll ≈enjoy a life of goodness,

≈and #their descendants will ≈live peacefully in the land.

נ (Nun)

14 Yahweh’s friendship is for those who respect him,

and he makes his ≈promises known to them.

ס (Samek)

15 My eyes are always on Yahweh,

because he’ll untangle my feet from the net.

ע (Ayin)

16 Turn towards me and have mercy on me,

because I’m alone and suffering.

פ (Pe)

17 ≈My worries keep increasing—

rescue me from my distress.

צ (Tsade)

18 ≈Take note of my suffering and troubles.

Forgive all my sins.

ק (Qof)

19 ≈Look at my enemies because ≈there’s so many of them.

They hate me with cruel hatred.

ר (Resh)

20 Protect my life and rescue me.

Don’t let me be humiliated, because I always take refuge in you.

ש (Sin/Shin)

21 May integrity and ≈godliness preserve me,

because I wait for you to help me.

ת (Tav)

22 Rescue Yisrael, God,

from all its troubles.

↑ 25  Of_Dāvid\f + \fr 25:1 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

25.

1\f* to_you Oh_YHWH soul_of_my I_lift_up.

2 god_of_my in/on/at/with_you I_trust not let_me_be_ashamed not may_they_exult enemies_of_my to_me.

3 Also all_of wait_for_of_you not they_will_be_ashamed they_will_be_ashamed the_treacherous without_cause.

4 ways_of_your Oh_YHWH know_me paths_of_your\f + \fr 25:4 \ft OSHB note: We read one or more accents in L differently than BHS.

Often this notation indicates a typographical error in BHS.

\f* teach_me.

5 Lead_me in/on/at/with_truth_of_your and_teach_me if/because you are_the_god_of salvation_of_my DOM_you I_have_waited_for all_of the_day.

6 Remember compassion_of_your Oh_YHWH and_steadfast_love_of_your if/because from_long_ago/eternity they.

7 The_sins_of youth_of_my and_transgressions_of_my do_not remember according_to_steadfast_love_of_your remember to_me you on_account_of goodness_of_your Oh_YHWH.

8 is_good and_upright YHWH on/upon/above/on_account_of//he/it_went_in yes/correct/thus/so he_teaches sinners in/on/at/with_way.

9 He_leads humble_people in/on/at/with_what_is_right and_teaches humble_people its_road/course.

10 All_of the_paths_of YHWH are_covenant_loyalty and_faithfulness for_keep_of covenant_of_his and_decrees_of_his.

11 For_the_sake_of name_of_your Oh_YHWH and_forgive to_iniquity_of_my if/because is_great it.

12 Who this the_man (the)_fearing_of (of)_YHWH instruct_him in/on/at/with_way which_he_will_choose.

13 Soul_of_his in/on/at/with_prosperity it_will_remain and_descendants_of_his it_will_possess the_land.

14 The_counsel_of YHWH for_fear_of_him and_covenant_of_his to_known_them.

15 Eyes_of_my continually are_to YHWH if/because he he_will_bring_out of_net feet_of_my.

16 Turn to_me and_gracious_me if/because am_solitary and_afflicted I.

17 The_distresses_of heart_of_my they_have_made_wide of_distresses_of_my bring_out_me.

18 Consider affliction_of_my and_trouble_of_my and_forgive to/from_all/each/any/every sins_of_my.

19 Consider enemies_of_my if/because_that they_have_become_many and_hatred_of violence hate_me.

20 Guard life_of_my and_deliver_me not let_me_be_put_to_shame if/because I_have_taken_refuge in/on/at/with_you.

21 Integrity and_uprightness preserve_me if/because wait_for_you.

22 Redeem Oh_god DOM Yisrā^ʼēl/(Israel) from_all troubles_of_its.

\f + \fr 25:22 \ft OSHB note: BHS has been faithful to the Leningrad Codex where there might be a question of the validity of the form and we keep the same form as BHS.

\f*

26:1 A prayer of a godly person

Plea for Justice and Declaration of Righteousness; The Prayer of a Good Person

A song by David.

For David; A psalm of David.; Of David.

26 ≈Declare me innocent, Yahweh, because I have walked with integrity.

≈I’ve trusted in Yahweh without wavering.

2 Examine me, Yahweh, and test me.

≈≈Check out my mind and my motives.

3 ≈I keep my eyes on your loyal commitment,

≈and I walk about in your faithfulness.

4 I don’t associate with deceitful people,

≈or with those who are dishonest.

5 I ≈avoid the #gatherings of evildoers,

≈and I don’t ≈meet with the wicked.

6 I wash my hands in innocence,

and I go around your altar, Yahweh,

7 to sing a praise song

≈and to tell about all the wonderful ≈things you’ve done.

8 Yahweh, I love the house where you live,

≈the place ≈where your power and splendour is continually displayed.

9 Don’t remove me along with sinners,

≈or my life with people ≈blood on their hands—

10 ≈people who are plotting wickedness,

and whose ≈pockets are full of bribes.

11 But as for me, I’ll walk with integrity.

≈Release me from my slavery and have mercy on me.

12 My #feet stand on level ground.

I will bless Yahweh at &our gatherings.

↑ 26  of_Dāvid\f + \fr 26:1 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

26.

1\f* vindicate_me Oh_YHWH if/because I in/on/at/with_integrity_of_my I_have_walked and_in/on/at/with_LORD I_have_trusted not I_will_slip.

2 Prove_me Oh_YHWH and_try_me test\f + \fr 26:2 \ft OSHB variant note: צרופ/ה: (x-qere) ’צָרְפָ֖/ה’: lemma_6884 morph_HVqv2ms/Sh id_196Zy צָרְפָ֖/ה\f* heart_of_my and_mind_of_my.

3 If/because steadfast_love_of_your at_before eyes_of_my and_walk in/on/at/with_truth_of_your.

4 Not I_sit with men_of falsehood and_with those_who_conceal_themselves not I_go.

5 I_hate the_assembly_of evil-doers and_with wicked_people not I_sit.

6 I_wash in/on/at/with_innocence hands_of_my and_go_around DOM altar_of_your Oh_YHWH.

7 To_proclaiming in/on/at/with_voice_of thanksgiving and_to_telling all_of wondrous_deeds_of_your.

8 Oh_YHWH I_love the_habitation_of house_of_you and_place_of the_dwelling_of glory_of_your.

9 Do_not remove with sinners soul_of_my and_with people_of blood(s) life_of_my.

10 Who in/on/at/with_hands_of_whose wickedness and_right_hands_of_whose it_is_full a_bribe.

11 And_me in/on/at/with_integrity_of_my I_will_walk redeem_me and_gracious_me.

12 Foot_of_my it_has_stood in/on/at/with_level_ground in/on/at/with_assemblies I_will_bless YHWH.

27:1 A prayer of praise

Triumphant Song of Confidence; A Prayer of Praise

A song by David.

For David; A psalm of David.; Of David.

27 Yahweh is my light and ≈the one who saves me—≈why should I be afraid of anyone?

≈Yahweh is ≈where my life is safe—≈why should I be worrying?

2 When evil ≈people approached me to ≈wear me down,

≈those adversaries and enemies stumbled and fell.

3 ≈Even when I’m surrounded by an enemy army, ≈I won’t be scared.

≈Although war ≈breaks out against me, even then I’ll remain confident.

4 There’s one thing that I’ve Yahweh and that I’ll ≈aim for:

that I’ll ≈be able to stay in the house of Yahweh ≈as long as I live.

to see Yahweh’s beauty and to meditate in his temple.

5 He’ll hide me in his shelter ≈when trouble comes—

≈He’ll conceal me under the cover of his tent .

≈He’ll lift me high to a safe place up on a rock.

6 Then ≈I’ll be helped to achieve victory over my enemies all around me,

and I will offer celebratory sacrifices in his tent.

≈I’ll make music and sing to Yahweh.

7 Yahweh, ≈listen to me when I call out for help.

Have mercy on me, and answer me.

8 My ≈gut feelings tell me ≈that I should follow you,

so I’ll ≈strive to relate to you, Yahweh.

9 Don’t ≈stay away from me.

Don’t turn your servant away in anger.

You’ve been my helper.

Don’t leave or abandon me, God ≈who saves me.

10 Even if my ≈parents were to abandon me,

Yahweh would ≈take me in.

11 Teach me your way, Yahweh.

Lead me on a level path

because of my enemies.

12 Don’t ≈let my enemies do what they want to me,

because ≈fraudulent cases have been brought against me,

and @those people ≈thrive on violence.

13 ?What would’ve happened to me

if I hadn’t believed that I would see Yahweh’s goodness in the land of the living?

14 ≈Keep expecting Yahweh to act.

Be strong and courageous. Wait for Yahweh.

↑ 27  Of_Dāvid\f + \fr 27:1 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

27.

1\f* YHWH light_of_my and_salvation_of_my of_whom will_I_be_afraid YHWH is_the_refuge_of life_of_my of_whom will_I_be_in_dread.

2 In/on/at/with_came against_me evil-doers to_devour DOM flesh_of_my adversaries_of_my and_enemies_of_my to_me they they_stumbled and_fell.

3 Though it_will_encamp against_me a_camp not it_will_fear heart_of_my though it_will_arise against_me warfare in/on/at/with_this I will_be_trusting.

4 one_thing I_have_asked from_with YHWH DOM_it I_will_seek dwell_I in_house_of YHWH all_of the_days_of life_of_my to_see in/on/at/with_beauty_of YHWH and_to_inquire in/on/at/with_temple_of_his.

5 If/because hide_me in/on/at/with_shelter_of_his in/on_day trouble hide_me in/on/at/with_cover_of tent_of_his in/on/at/with_rock set_high_me.

6 And_now my_head it_will_rise above enemies_of_my around_of_me and_offer in/on/at/with_tent_of_his sacrifices_of a_shout_of_joy I_will_sing and_make_music to/for_YHWH.

7 Hear Oh_YHWH my_sound/voice I_call_out and_gracious_me and_answer_me.

8 To/for_yourself(m) heart_of_my it_has_said seek face_of_my DOM face_of_your Oh_YHWH I_will_seek.

9 Do_not hide face_of_your from_me do_not turn_aside in/on/at/with_anger servant_of_your help_of_my you_have_been do_not abandon_me and_not abandon_me Oh_god_of salvation_of_my.

10 If/because father_of_my and_mother_of_my abandon_me and_YHWH receive_me.

11 Teach_me Oh_YHWH way_of_your and_lead_me in/on/at/with_path_of level_ground on_account_of enemies_of_my.

12 Do_not give_over_me in/on/at/with_desire_of adversaries_of_my if/because they_have_arisen in/on/at/with_me witnesses_of falsehood and_breathing_out_of violence.

13 If_not\f + \fr 27:13 \ft OSHB note: Puncta extraordinaria a ◌ׄ is used to mark such marks in the text when they are above the line and a ◌ׅ when they are below the line.

\f* I_had_believed to_see in/on/at/with_goodness_of YHWH in_land living_people.

14 Wait to YHWH be_strong and_take_courage heart_of_your and_wait to YHWH.

28:1 Prayer of requesting

Prayer for Help and Thanksgiving for It; A Prayer for Help

A song by David.

For David; A psalm of David.; Of David.

28 Yahweh, I call out to you for help, my rock of safety.

Don’t ≈refuse to hear me

because if you’re silent, I’ll soon be with those who are heading down ≈to their graves.

2 Hear my pleading when I call for help from you—

when I raise my hands toward your most sacred room.

3 Don’t drag me away along with the wicked—those who do ≈evil things,

who talk about peace with their neighbours but have evil ≈plans in their minds.

4 Give them what their actions deserve

≈and repay them what their wickedness demands.

Repay them ≈what they’ve done

≈and ≈give them what they deserve.

5 Because they don’t understand ≈what Yahweh does,

he’ll tear them down and never rebuild them.

6 Blessed be Yahweh

because he’s heard my requests.

7 Yahweh ≈makes me strong and protects me like a shield.

I trust in him, and ≈he helps me.

≈That’s why I’m so happy inside,

and I’ll praise him by singing.

8 Yahweh ≈gives strength to his people,

and he is the ≈place of safety for his anointed one.

9 Rescue your people

≈and bless your inheritance.

Be their shepherd and carry them ≈always.

↑ 28  Of_Dāvid\f + \fr 28:1 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

28.

1\f* to_you Oh_YHWH I_call_out rock_of_my do_not be_deaf to_me lest you_should_be_silent to_me and_become_like with those_who_go_down_of the_pit.

2 Hear the_sound_of supplications_of_my in/on/at/with_cry_for_help_I to_you in/on/at/with_lift_up_I hands_of_my to the_innermost_room_of holy_of_your.

3 Do_not drag_away_me with wicked_people and_with those_who_do_of (of)_wickedness who_speak_of (of)_peace with neighbours_of_their and_evil in/on/at/with_hearts_of_their.

4 Requite to/for_them according_to_work_of_their and_according_to_evil_of deeds_of_their according_to_work_of hands_of_their requite to/for_them repay what_deserve_of_their to/for_them.

5 If/because not they_consider (to) the_deeds_of YHWH and_near/to the_work_of hands_of_his tear_down_them and_not build_up_them.

6 YHWH be_blessed if/because he_has_heard the_sound_of pleadings_of_my.

7 YHWH strength_of_my and_shield_of_my in/on/over_him/it heart_of_my it_has_trusted and_helped heart_of_my and_exults and_with_song_of_my give_thanks_him.

8 YHWH is_strength of and_refuge_of the_salvation(s)_of anointed_of_his he.

9 Save DOM people_of_your and_bless DOM heritage_of_your and_shepherd_their and_carry_them until the_forever.

29:1 The incredible power of God’s voice

The Voice of the Lord in the Storm; The Voice of God in a Great Storm

A praise song by David.

A psalm: for David; A psalm of David.; A Psalm of David.

29 Acknowledge Yahweh you sons of the mighty one,

acknowledge that greatness and power are his alone.

2 Honour the authority of Yahweh,

worship him in his pure beauty.

3 The voice of Yahweh commands the oceans,

his power thunders over many waters.

4 Yahweh’s voice is so powerful,

his voice sounds so majestic.

5 Yahweh’s voice splits huge trees,

it shatters the cedar trees in Lebanon.

6 He makes them skip around like a calf,

Lebanon and Sirion acting like a wild, young bull.

7 Yahweh’s voice produces flames of fire.

8 Yahweh’s voice makes the land shake,

he shakes the wilderness of Kadesh.

9 Yahweh’s voice makes the deer give birth in fright,

it strips the leaves from the trees,

while all the people in his temple praise him.

10 Yahweh sits on his throne conquering the flood,

he reigns forever from his seat as king.

11 Yahweh gives strength to his people,

he grants tranquil peace to his own.

↑ 29  A_song of_Dāvid\f + \fr 29:1 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

29.

1\f* ascribe to/for_YHWH Oh_sons_of gods ascribe to/for_YHWH glory and_strength.

2 Ascribe to/for_YHWH the_glory_of his/its_name bow_down to/for_YHWH in/on/at/with_splendour_of holiness.

3 The_voice_of YHWH is_over the_waters the_god_of the_glory he_thunders YHWH is_over waters many.

4 The_voice_of YHWH in/on/at/with_power the_voice_of YHWH in/on/at/with_majesty.

5 The_voice_of YHWH is_breaking cedars and_ YHWH _shatters DOM the_cedars_of the_Ləⱱānōn.

6 And_skip_them like a_calf Ləⱱānōn and_Sirion like a_young_one_of wild_oxen.

7 The_voice_of YHWH is_striking flames_of fire.

8 The_voice_of YHWH it_causes_to_tremble the_wilderness YHWH he_causes_to_tremble the_wilderness_of Qādēsh.

9 The_voice_of YHWH it_causes_labour_pains_to does and_strips_bare forests and_in/on/at/with_temple_of_his all_of_it is_saying glory.

10 YHWH over_the_flood he_sat and_ YHWH _he/it_sat_down//remained//lived king to_forever.

11 YHWH strength\f + \fr 29:11 \ft OSHB note: We read one or more accents in L differently than BHS.

Often this notation indicates a typographical error in BHS.

\f* to_people_of_his he_will_give YHWH he_will_bless DOM people_of_his in/on/at/with_peace.

30:1 Thanking Yahweh after sickness

A Prayer of Thanksgiving; Thanksgiving for Recovery from Grave Illness

A song by David for the temple dedication.

A Psalm. A Song at the dedication of the temple. Of David.; A psalm (a song for the dedication of the temple): for David; A psalm of David, sung at the dedication of the Temple.; A psalm. A song. For the dedication of the temple. Of David.

30 I’ll praise you, Yahweh, because you’ve ≈helped me succeed

≈and haven’t allowed my enemies to ≈take advantage of me.

2 Yahweh my God, I called out to you for help,

and you healed me.

3 Yahweh, you’ve ≈saved me from death.

You’ve kept me alive from going down into the grave.

4 Sing praises to Yahweh, you ≈who are faithful to him.

≈Give thanks ≈to the sinless one

5 because his anger is only for a moment, but his favour is for a lifetime.

≈Weeping comes for a night, but happiness comes in the morning.

6 ≈When things were going well, I said,

“≈Nothing will ever shake me.”

7 Yahweh, by your favour you established me as a strong mountain,

but when you ≈moved out of sight from me, I ≈got worried.

8 I called out to you for help, Yahweh,

≈and ≈tried to win my master’s favour.

9 What advantage would there be in my death,

≈if I go down to the ≈grave?

Will the dust praise you?

≈Will it declare your faithfulness?

10 Listen to me, Yahweh, and ≈have mercy on me

≈Yahweh, be my helper.

11 You’ve turned my mourning into dancing for me.

You’ve removed my ≈mourning clothes and dressed me with gladness instead.

12 So now my glory will sing praise to you and not be silent; Yahweh my God, I will give thanks to you forever.

↑ 30  A_song the_song_of the_dedication_of the_house of_Dāvid.

2 \f + \fr 30:2 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

30.

1\f* exalt_you Oh_YHWH if/because drawn_up_me and_not you_have_allowed_to_rejoice enemies_of_my to_me.

3 \f + \fr 30:3 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

30.

2\f* Oh_YHWH god_of_my I_cried_for_help to_you and_healed_me.

4 \f + \fr 30:4 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

30.

3\f* Oh_YHWH you_brought_up from Shəʼōl soul_of_my spared_me from_among_going_down\f + \fr 30:4 \ft OSHB variant note: מ/יורדי: (x-qere) ’מִ/יָּֽרְדִ/י’: lemma_m/3381 morph_HR/Vqc/Sp1cs id_192Bh מִ/יָּֽרְדִ/י\f* (of)_the_pit.

5 \f + \fr 30:5 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

30.

4\f* sing_praises to/for_YHWH faithful_of_his and_give_thanks to_name_of holy_of_his.

6 \f + \fr 30:6 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

30.

5\f* if/because a_moment in/on/at/with_anger_of_his life in/on/at/with_favour_of_his in/on/at/with_night it_passes_the_night weeping and_in_the_morning a_shout_of_joy.

7 \f + \fr 30:7 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

30.

6\f* and_me I_said in/on/at/with_prosperity_of_my not I_will_be_shaken to_forever.

8 \f + \fr 30:8 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

30.

7\f* Oh_YHWH in/on/at/with_favour_of_your you_made_stand to_mountain_of_my strength you_hid face_of_your I_was disturbed.

9 \f + \fr 30:9 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

30.

8\f* to_you Oh_YHWH I_called_out and_near/to my_master I_sought_favour.

10 \f + \fr 30:10 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

30.

9\f* what is_the_profit in/on/at/with_death_of_my in/on/at/with_go_down_I to the_pit praise_you dust proclaim faithfulness_of_your.

11 \f + \fr 30:11 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

30.

10\f* hear Oh_YHWH and_gracious_me Oh_YHWH\f + \fr 30:11 \ft OSHB note: BHS has been faithful to the Leningrad Codex where there might be a question of the validity of the form and we keep the same form as BHS.

\f* be a_helper to_me.

12 \f + \fr 30:12 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

30.

11\f* you_turned mourning_of_my into_dancing to_me you_untie/releasened sackcloth_of_my and_clothed_me joy.

13 \f + \fr 30:13 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

30.

12\f* so_that sing_you honour and_not it_may_be_silent Oh_YHWH god_of_my to_forever give_thanks_you.

31:1 Trusting Yahweh despite enemies

A Prayer of Trust in God; Prayer and Praise for Deliverance from Enemies

For the musical director: a song by David.

To the leader. A Psalm of David.; For the leader: a psalm: for David; For the choir director: A psalm of David.; For the director of music. A psalm of David.

31 ≈I go to you, Yahweh, ≈to be safe.

Never let me be humiliated.

Rescue me, ≈because you always do what’s right.

2 ≈Listen to me—rescue me quickly.

Be my rock ≈that I can be secure behind—

≈a fortress to ≈keep me safe.

3 ≈Yes, you’re my rock and my fortress,

and you lead and guide me ≈in order to maintain your reputation.

4 Pluck me out of the net that they’ve hidden for me,

because you’re my ≈place of safety.

5 I entrust my spirit into your capable hands.

You’ll redeem me, Yahweh, God of faithfulness.

6 I hate those who ≈follow worthless trends,

but I trust in Yahweh.

7 I’ll be glad and celebrate your loyal commitment,

because you saw my suffering—

you knew ≈my internal troubles.

8 You ≈didn’t allow any enemy to get the upper hand over me.

You’ve set my feet in a wide open place.

9 Have mercy upon me, Yahweh, because I’m distressed.

My eyes grow weary with the grief ≈I feel in my body and soul.

10 ≈Yes my life is weary with sorrow

≈and my years with groaning.

My strength fails because of my ≈disobedience,

≈and my bones are wasting away.

11 People disdain me because of all my enemies.

≈My neighbours are appalled at my situation,

and those who know me are horrified.

≈Those who see me in the street ≈cross to the other side.

12 I am forgotten like a dead person that no one thinks about any more.

≈I’m discarded like a broken pot.

13 I’ve heard the whispering of many—

≈terrifying news from every side

as they plot together against me.

≈They plot to take my life.

14 But I trust in you, Yahweh.

≈I ≈declare that you’re my God.

15 ≈You control my future.

Rescue me from my enemies

≈and from those ≈who are trying to get me.

16 ≈Act kindly towards me, your servant.

Rescue me due to your loyal commitment.

17 Don’t let me be humiliated, Yahweh, because I’ve called out to you for help.

Let the wicked be the ones who are humiliated.

≈Send them down to Sheol where they’ll be silent.

18 Let the lying lips be ≈silenced

that speak against the righteous defiantly

≈with arrogance and contempt.

19 You’ve stored up great goodness for those who revere you,

that you perform for those who take refuge in you

≈in plain sight of all humanity.

20 In the shelter of your presence, you hide them from ≈people’s evil plots.

≈You hide them in a shelter from the violence of ≈people’s words.

21 ≈Praise Yahweh, because he showed me his incredible loyal commitment

when I was trapped in a besieged city.

22 In my alarm I ≈thought, “≈I’ve gone out of your sight,”

yet you did hear my plea for help when I called out to you.

23 Love Yahweh, all you ≈godly people.

Yahweh protects faithful >people,

but he pays back the arrogant in full.

24 Be strong and confident,

all you who trust in Yahweh for help.

↑ 31  For_the_director a_song of_Dāvid.

2 \f + \fr 31:2 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

31.

1\f* in/on/at/with_you Oh_YHWH I_have_taken_refuge not let_me_be_ashamed to_forever in/on/at/with_righteousness_of_your deliver_me.

3 \f + \fr 31:3 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

31.

2\f* incline to_me ear_of_your quickly rescue_me become to_me as_rock_of refuge as_mountain_of strongholds to_save_me.

4 \f + \fr 31:4 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

31.

3\f* if/because rock_of_my and_fortress_of_my you and_for_sake name’s_of_your lead_me and_guide_me.

5 \f + \fr 31:5 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

31.

4\f* free_me of_net which people_have_hidden to_me if/because you refuge_of_my.

6 \f + \fr 31:6 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

31.

5\f* in/on/at/with_hand_of_your I_entrust my_breath/wind/spirit you_have_redeemed DOM_me Oh_YHWH god_of faithfulness.

7 \f + \fr 31:7 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

31.

6\f* I_hate the_pay_regard vanities_of falsehood and_I to YHWH I_trust.

8 \f + \fr 31:8 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

31.

7\f* I_will_be_glad and_rejoice in/on/at/with_steadfast_love_of_your that you_saw DOM affliction_of_my you_knew in/on/at/with_troubles_of soul_of_my.

9 \f + \fr 31:9 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

31.

8\f* and_not delivered_me in/on/at/with_hand_of an_enemy you_made_stand in/on/at/with_broad_place feet_of_my.

10 \f + \fr 31:10 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

31.

9\f* gracious_me Oh_YHWH if/because it_is_distress to_me it_has_wasted_away in/on/at/with_grief eye_of_my soul_of_my and_body_of_my.

11 \f + \fr 31:11 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

31.

10\f* if/because they_have_wasted_away in/on/at/with_sorrow life_of_my and_years_of_my in/on/at/with_sighing it_has_failed in/on/at/with_iniquity_of_my strength_of_my and_bones_of_my they_have_wasted_away.

12 \f + \fr 31:12 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

31.

11\f* from_all adversaries_of_my I_have_become a_reproach and_to_neighbours_of_my exceedingly and_dread to_acquaintances_of_my see_of_me in/on/at/with_street they_flee from_me.

13 \f + \fr 31:13 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

31.

12\f* I_have_been_forgotten like_dead out_of_mind I_have_become like_vessel which_is_destroyed.

14 \f + \fr 31:14 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

31.

13\f* if/because I_have_heard the_whispering_of many_people terror on_every_side in/on/at/with_scheme_they together against_me to_take/accept/receive life_of_my they_planned.

15 \f + \fr 31:15 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

31.

14\f* and_I in_you I_rely Oh_YHWH I_say god_of_my you.

16 \f + \fr 31:16 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

31.

15\f* in/on/at/with_hand_of_your times_of_my deliver_me from_hand_of enemies_of_my and_from_persecutors_of_me.

17 \f + \fr 31:17 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

31.

16\f* shine face_of_your on servant_of_your save_me in/on/at/with_steadfast_love_of_your.

18 \f + \fr 31:18 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

31.

17\f* Oh_YHWH not let_me_be_ashamed if/because call_on_you may_they_be_ashamed wicked_people may_they_be_silent in_shəʼōl.

19 \f + \fr 31:19 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

31.

18\f* lips_of may_they_be_dumb falsehood the_speak on the_righteous arrogant in/on/at/with_pride and_contempt.

20 \f + \fr 31:20 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

31.

19\f* how great goodness_of_your which you_have_stored_up for_fear_of_you you_have_done for_those_take_refuge on/over_you(fs) before the_children_of humankind.

\f + \fr 31:20 \ft OSHB note: BHS has been faithful to the Leningrad Codex where there might be a question of the validity of the form and we keep the same form as BHS.

\f* 21 \f + \fr 31:21 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

31.

20\f* hide_them in/on/at/with_protection_of presence_of_your from_plots_of man hold_safe_them in/on/at/with_shelter from_strife_of tongues.

22 \f + \fr 31:22 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

31.

21\f* YHWH be_blessed if/because he_has_made_wonderful steadfast_love_of_his to_me in/on/at/with_city_of siege.

23 \f + \fr 31:23 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

31.

22\f* and_I I_said in/on/at/with_alarm_my I_have_been_cut_off from_before sight_of_your nevertheless you_heard the_sound_of supplications_of_my in/on/at/with_cried_for_help_I to_you.

24 \f + \fr 31:24 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

31.

23\f* love DOM YHWH Oh_all_of saints_of_his faithful_people YHWH is_preserving and_repays on excess one_who_does_of (of)_pride.

25 \f + \fr 31:25 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

31.

24\f* be_strong and_take_courage heart_of_your_all’s Oh_all_of the_wait to/for_YHWH.

32:1 Admitting sin and requesting forgiveness

Confession and Forgiveness; The Joy of Forgiveness

A song[fn] by David.

A psalm of David.; Of David. A maskil.; Of David. A Maskil.; For David: a maskil

32 Blessed is the person whose transgression is forgiven,

≈whose ≈disobedience is covered.

2 Blessed is the person to whom Yahweh ≈calculates no guilt

≈and in whose spirit there’s no deceit.

3 When I remained silent,

my bones ≈ached inside

≈while I groaned all day long.

4 ≈You kept the pressure on me day and night.

My strength withered up like in a summer drought. (Instrumental break.)

5 Then I acknowledged my sin to you,

≈and I no longer hid my iniquity.

I said, “I’ll confess my transgressions to Yahweh,”

and you forgave the guilt of my sin. (Instrumental break.)

6 Every one of your faithful followers should pray to you at a time of great distress

so that when the surging waters overflow, the waters will not reach #them.

7 You’re my hiding place—you’ll guard me from trouble.

You surround me with victory songs. (Instrumental break.)

8 I’ll instruct you and teach you in the way that you should ≈follow.

I’ll instruct you and ≈keep my eye on you.

9 Don’t be like a horse or a mule which lacks understanding—

it’s only with a bridle and bit that they can be controlled

so they’ll go where you want them to.

10 The wicked have many sorrows,

but Yahweh’s loyal commitment will surround ≈anyone who trusts in him.

11 Be glad in Yahweh, and ≈celebrate, you righteous >people.

≈Shout for joy, all of you who are ≈honest on the inside.

↑ 32  Of_Dāvid a_poem\f + \fr 32:1 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

32.

1\f* how_blessed is_one_who_is_forgiven_of transgression is_one_who_is_covered_of sin.

2 How_blessed is_a_person whom_not he_reckons YHWH to_him/it iniquity and_no in/on/at/with_spirit_of_whose deceit.

\f + \fr 32:2 \ft OSHB note: BHS has been faithful to the Leningrad Codex where there might be a question of the validity of the form and we keep the same form as BHS.

\f* 3 if/because I_kept_silent bones_of_my they_became_worn_out in/on/at/with_groaning_of_my all_of the_day.

4 If/because by_day and_night it_was_heavy upon_me hand_of_your strength_of_my it_was_changed in/on/at/with_heat_of summer Şelāh.

5 Sin_of_my acknowledged_you and_iniquity_of_my not I_covered I_said I_will_confess on transgressions_of_my to/for_YHWH and_you(ms) you_forgave the_guilt_of sin_of_my Şelāh.

6 On this every_of let_him_pray faithful_person to_you at_time_of finds certainly in_rush_of waters many to_him/it not they_will_reach.

7 You are_a_hiding_place to_me from_trouble preserve_me shouts_of deliverance surround_me Şelāh.

8 Instruct_you and_teach_you in/on/at/with_way which you_will_go I_will_give_counsel upon_you eye_of_my.

9 Do_not be like_horse like_mule which_there_is_not understanding in/on/at/with_bit and_bridle tackle_of_whose for_controlled not to_draw_near to_you.

10 Many pains of_the_wicked and_the_trusts in/on/at/with_LORD covenant_loyalty surrounds_him.

11 Rejoice in/on/at/with_LORD and_rejoice Oh_righteous_people and_shout_for_joy Oh_all_of people_upright_of heart.

33:1 A praise song

The Greatness and Goodness of God; A Song of Praise

For David

33 Rejoice in Yahweh, you ≈godly people.

≈Praise is appropriate for ≈those who are honest on the inside.

2 Give thanks to Yahweh with the harp.

≈Sing praises to him with the ten-stringed instrument.

3 Sing a new song to him.

≈Play skillfully and with loud shouts,

4 because Yahweh ≈means what he says,

and ≈everything he does is fair.

5 He loves ≈what is right and just.

Yahweh’s loyal commitment ≈can be seen all over the world.

6 At Yahweh’s command, the heavens were made,

≈and all the stars were made by the breath of his mouth.

7 He gathers the waters of the sea together like a heap.

≈He puts the oceans into storehouses.

8 Let the whole ≈planet respect Yahweh.

≈Let all the inhabitants of the world stand in awe of him

9 because he spoke, then it came to be.

He commanded, and it stood in place.

10 Yahweh frustrates the alliances of nations.

≈He overrules the plans of the peoples.

11 Yahweh’s plans stand forever—

≈the plans ≈in his mind continue for all generations.

12 &This nation ≈will thrive because Yahweh is their God—

≈the people who he’s chosen as his own inheritance.

13 Yahweh looks from heaven—he sees all the people.

14 ≈From his residence, he looks down on all the earth’s inhabitants.

15 He who ≈formed the insides of all of them, observes ≈everything that they do.

16 No king is saved by a huge army.

≈A warrior isn’t saved by his great strength.

17 A horse is a false hope for victory—

in spite of his great strength, he can’t rescue >anyone.

18 See, Yahweh’s eye is on those who ≈respect him—

on those who put their hope on his loyal commitment

19 to save their lives from death

≈and to keep them alive ≈whenever there’s a famine.

20 We wait for Yahweh’s response—

he’s our help and our ≈protection.

21 ≈We’re happy because of what he’s done for us

because we trust in his sacred reputation.

22 Let your loyal commitment, Yahweh, be with us

as we ≈put our hope in you.

↑ 33  Shout_for_joy Oh_righteous_people in/on/at/with_LORD for_the_upright is_suitable praise.

2 Give_thanks to/for_YHWH in/on/at/with_lyre in/on/at/with_harp_of ten make_music to_him/it.

3 Sing to_him/it\f + \fr 33:3 \ft OSHB note: We read one or more accents in L differently than BHS.

Often this notation indicates a typographical error in BHS.

\f* a_song new do_well to_play in/on/at/with_loud_shouts.

4 If/because is_upright the_message_of YHWH and_all work_of_his in/on/at/with_faithfulness.

5 he_is_loving righteousness and_justice the_covenant_loyalty_of YHWH it_is_full the_earth/land.

6 In/on/at/with_message_of YHWH the_heavens they_were_made and_in/on/at/with_breath_of mouth_of_his all_of their_group/army/objects.

7 he_is_gathering as_a_heap the_waters_of the_sea he_is_putting in/on/at/with_storehouses the_deeps.

8 Let_them_fear of_LORD all_of the_earth/land from_him/it all_of let_them_be_afraid the_world the_inhabitants_of.

9 If/because he he_spoke and_came_to_be he he_commanded and_stood_firm.

10 YHWH he_frustrates the_counsel_of nations he_frustrates the_plans_of peoples.

11 The_counsel_of YHWH to_forever it_stands the_thoughts_of his/its_heart to_generation and_generation.

12 How_blessed the_nation which YHWH his/its_god the_people which_he_has_chosen for_inheritance to_him/it.

13 From_heaven YHWH he_looks he_sees DOM all_of the_children_of the_humankind.

14 From_place_of dwelling_his he_gazes to all_of the_inhabitants_of the_earth/land.

15 The_fashions together hearts_of_them the_considers to all_of works_of_their.

16 Not the_king is_saved in/on/at/with_great_of army a_warrior not he_is_delivered in/on/at/with_great_of strength.

17 is_a_vain_hope the_horse for_victory and_in/on/at/with_great_of power_of_its not it_delivers.

18 Here the_eye_of YHWH is_to fear_of_him on_those_hope in_steadfast_love_of_his.

19 To_deliver from_death soul_of_their and_to_keep_alive_them in/on/at/with_famine.

20 Soul_of_our it_waits to/for_YHWH help_of_our and_shield_of_our he.

21 If/because in_him/it heart_of_our it_rejoices if/because in/on/at/with_name_of holy_of_his we_trust.

22 May_it_be steadfast_love_of_your Oh_YHWH upon_us just_as we_wait to/for_you(fs).

34:1 Praising Yahweh’s goodness together

In Praise of God’s Goodness; Praise for Deliverance from Trouble

A song by David who pretended to be insane in front of King Avimelek, ≈causing the king to send him away.

Of David, when he feigned madness before Abimelech, so that he drove him out, and he went away.; A psalm of David, regarding the time he pretended to be insane in front of Abimelech, who sent him away.; For David (when he feigned madness in Abimelech’s presence—Abimelech then drove him away, and he departed); Of David. When he pretended to be insane before Abimelech, who drove him away, and he left.

א (Alef)

34 I will praise Yahweh at all times.

≈I’ll always be praising him out loud.

ב (Beyt)

2 I will praise Yahweh!

Let those who are oppressed hear and ≈celebrate.

ג (Gimel)

3 Praise Yahweh with me.

Let’s ≈compliment him together.

ד (Dalet)

4 I searched for Yahweh and he answered me,

and he ≈helped me overcome all my fears.

ה (He)

5 Those who ≈put their trust in him are radiant,

and ≈have no need to feel ashamed.

ו (Vav)

6 This oppressed man called out for help

and Yahweh heard him and saved him from all his troubles.

ז (Zayin)

7 Yahweh’s messenger ≈stands guard around those who fear @Yahweh

and rescues them.

ח (Het)

8 Taste and see that Yahweh is good.

≈Anyone who looks to him for their safety will prosper.

ט (Tet)

9 Fear Yahweh, you ≈who belong to him.

There’s no lack for those who ≈honour him.

י (Yod)

10 Young lions sometimes lack food and ≈go hungry,

but those who ≈put their trust in Yahweh won’t lack anything good.

כ (Kaf)

11 Come and listen to me, &my children.

I’ll teach you ≈how to honour Yahweh.

ל (Lamed)

12 ≈Anyone who desires life and ≈wants a long life

in order ≈to experience good >things

מ (Mem)

13 then ≈don’t let evil words come out of your mouth,

≈and keep your lips from speaking lies.

נ (Nun)

14 Turn away from evil

≈and do good.

Seek peace

≈and go after it.

ס (Samek)

15 Yahweh’s eyes are on ≈those who try to obey him

≈and his ears are directed toward their calls for help.

ע (Ayin)

16 Yahweh ≈works against those who do evil—

to cut off the memory of them from the earth.

פ (Pe)

17 The ≈godly >people cry out and Yahweh hears

and he rescues them from all their troubles.

צ (Tsade)

18 Yahweh is close to the brokenhearted,

≈and he saves whose spirits ≈feel crushed.

ק (Qof)

19 ≈Godly people have many troubles,

but Yahweh rescues them from them all.

ר (Resh)

20 He keeps all his bones—

≈not one of them will be broken.

ש (Sin/Shin)

21 Evil will bounce back and kill the wicked.

≈and those who hate ≈godly >people will be condemned.

ת (Tav)

22 Yahweh rescues the lives of his servants.

≈None of those who ≈go to him for safety will be condemned.

↑ 34  Of_Dāvid in/on/at/with_pretended_he DOM insane_of_his to_(the)_face_of/in_front_of/before ʼAⱱīmelek and_drove_out_him and_departed.

2 \f + \fr 34:2 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

34.

1\f* I_will_bless DOM YHWH in_all time continually praise_of_his in/on/at/with_mouth_of_my.

3 \f + \fr 34:3 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

34.

2\f* in/on/at/with_LORD soul_of_my it_will_boast let_them_hear humble_people and_glad.

4 \f + \fr 34:4 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

34.

3\f* magnify to/for_YHWH with_me and_exalt his/its_name together.

5 \f + \fr 34:5 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

34.

4\f* I_sought DOM YHWH and_answered_me and_from_all_of fears_of_my delivered_me.

6 \f + \fr 34:6 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

34.

5\f* people_look to_him/it and_radiant and_faces_of_their not may_they_be_abashed.

7 \f + \fr 34:7 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

34.

6\f* this was_poor_person who_he_called_out and_LORD he_heard and_from_all_of troubles_of_his saved_him.

8 \f + \fr 34:8 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

34.

7\f* the_messenger_of is_encamping of_YHWH around about_fear_of_him and_rescues_them.

9 \f + \fr 34:9 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

34.

8\f* taste and_see if/because_that is_good YHWH how_blessed the_man who_he_takes_refuge in/on/over_him/it.

10 \f + \fr 34:10 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

34.

9\f* fear DOM YHWH saints_of_his if/because there_is_not lack for_fear_of_him.

11 \f + \fr 34:11 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

34.

10\f* young_lions they_are_in_want and_suffer_hunger and_seek_of (of)_YHWH not they_lack any_of good_thing.

12 \f + \fr 34:12 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

34.

11\f* come Oh_children listen to_me the_fear_of YHWH teach_you_all.

13 \f + \fr 34:13 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

34.

12\f* who the_man the_desires life who_loves days to_see good.

14 \f + \fr 34:14 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

34.

13\f* keep tongue_of_your from_evil and_lips_of_your from_speaking deceit.

15 \f + \fr 34:15 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

34.

14\f* turn_away from_evil and_do good seek peace and_pursue_it.

16 \f + \fr 34:16 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

34.

15\f* the_eyes_of YHWH are_to righteous_people and_ears_of_his are_to cry_of_their.

17 \f + \fr 34:17 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

34.

16\f* the_face_of YHWH in/on/at/with_do_of (of)_evil to_cut_off from_earth memory_of_them.

18 \f + \fr 34:18 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

34.

17\f* they_cry_out and_LORD he_hears and_from_all_of troubles_of_their delivers_them.

19 \f + \fr 34:19 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

34.

18\f* is_near YHWH to_ones_being_broken_of heart and_DOM people_crushed_of spirit he_delivers.

20 \f + \fr 34:20 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

34.

19\f* are_many the_troubles_of a_righteous_person and_from_all_of_them delivers_him YHWH.

21 \f + \fr 34:21 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

34.

20\f* he_is_keeping all_of bones_of_his one of_them not it_is_broken.

22 \f + \fr 34:22 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

34.

21\f* it_will_kill the_wicked evil and_hate_of (of)_the_righteous they_will_be_held_guilty.

23 \f + \fr 34:23 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

34.

22\f* YHWH is_redeeming the_life_of servants_of_his and_not all_of they_will_be_held_guilty the_take_refuge in/on/over_him/it.

35:1 Requesting Yahweh’s help

Prayer for Deliverance from Enemies; A Prayer for Help

A song by David.

For David; A psalm of David.; Of David.

35 Yahweh, work against those who work against me.

≈Fight against those who fight against me.

2 Take hold of your shield and your ≈arm protector,

and come to help me.

3 Use your spear and battle ax against those who chase me.

Tell my soul, “I’m ≈here to save you.”

4 May those who seek my life be shamed and dishonoured.

≈Cause those who plan to harm me to be turned back and confused.

5 May they become like chaff ≈blown around by the wind,

as Yahweh’s messenger drives them away.

6 May their path be dark and slippery,

as Yahweh’s messenger chases after them.

7 They set their net for me ≈for no good reason.

≈Without cause they dug a pit ≈to take my life.

8 Let destruction overtake them by surprise.

Let their own net that they set, catch them—

let them fall to their destruction in it.

9 ≈But I’ll be happy about Yahweh

and ≈celebrate because he saves me.

10 All my bones will say, “Yahweh, who is like you,

who rescues the oppressed >people from those who are too strong for #them

and the poor and needy from those who try to rob #them?”

11 Violent accusers ≈come out of the woodwork

asking me about things that I know nothing about.

12 They repay me with evil for good—

≈I feel like I’m dying on the inside.

13 When they were sick, I wore sackcloth

as I fasted for them and prayed with my head bowed on my chest.

14 I went about in grief as if it was my brother.

≈I bowed my head in mourning as if it was my mother.

15 But any time that I stumbled, they were pleased and gathered together.

They gathered together against me without me knowing.

They tore at me without stopping.

16 ?≈With no respect at all, they mocked me.

They grind their teeth at me in rage.

17 My master, how much longer will you just look on for?

Rescue my soul from their ≈destructive attacks—

≈my life from the lions.

18 Then I’ll thank you ≈when everyone’s gathered together.

≈I’ll praise you ≈in front of many people.

19 Don’t let my deceitful enemies celebrate over my loses.

Don’t let those who hate me for no reason wink ≈at each other,

20 because they don’t talk peaceably,

≈but they devise deceitful stories against those in our land who live in peace.

21 They open their mouths wide against me,

having said, “Aha, Aha, our own eyes have seen it.”

22 You’ve seen it, Yahweh, don’t be silent.

≈My master, don’t be distant from me.

23 Arouse yourself and awake to my defence.

≈My God and my master, ≡defend my cause.

24 Yahweh, my God, vindicate me because ≈you always do what is right.

Don’t let @my enemies ≈celebrate over my defeat.

25 Don’t let them say ≈to themselves, “Aha, we got what we wanted.”

≈Don’t let them say, “We’ve ≈obliterated him.”

26 Let anyone who’s happy at my distress be put to shame and become confused.

≈Let those who ≈think they’re better than me be clothed with shame and dishonour.

27 Let those who desire my vindication shout happily and be glad.

May they continually say, “Yahweh be praised—

he who ≈gladly ensues the welfare of his servant.”

28 Then I’ll tell >others about your justice

and praise you all day long.

↑ 35  Of_Dāvid\f + \fr 35:1 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

35.

1\f* contend Oh_YHWH with who_contend_of_me fight with fight_of_me.

2 Take_hold_of shield and_buckler and_rise_up in/on/at/with_aid_of_my.

3 And_draw a_spear and_javelin to_meet pursue_of_me say to_soul_of_my salvation_of_your I.

4 May_they_be_ashamed and_humiliated those_who_seek_of life_of_my may_they_be_turned_back backwards and_ashamed those_who_plot_of evil_of_me.

5 May_they_be like_chaff to_(the)_face_of/in_front_of/before a_wind and_messenger_of YHWH be_pushing.

6 May_it_be way_of_their darkness and_slippery and_messenger_of YHWH pursuing_of_them.

7 If/because without_cause they_have_hidden to_me the_pit_of net_of_their without_cause they_have_dug for_life_of_my.

8 Come_him devastation which_not he_knows and_net_of_his which he_hid ensnare_him in/on/at/with_ruin may_he_fall in/on/at/with_it.

9 And_soul_of_my it_will_rejoice in/on/at/with_LORD it_will_exult in/on/at/with_salvation_of_his.

10 All_of bones_of_my they_will_say Oh_YHWH who like_you who_delivers a_poor_person from_strong from_him/it and_poor and_needy from_robs_of_him.

11 Rise_up witnesses_of violence that_which not I_know ask_me.

12 Repay_me harm in_place_of good bereavement to_soul_of_my.

13 And_me in/on/at/with_sick_they clothing_of_my was_sackcloth I_humbled in/on/at/with_fasting soul_of_my and_prayer_of_my to bosom_of_my it_returned.

14 As_though_friend as_brother to_me I_went_about as_laments_of a_mother mourning I_bowed.

15 And_in/on/at/with_stumbling_of_my they_rejoiced and_gathered they_gathered against_me stricken_people and_not I_knew they_tore and_not they_were_still.

16 In/on/at/with_ungodly_of mockers_of cake they_gnashed at_me teeth_of_their.

17 My_master until_when will_you_look rescue life_of_my from_ravages_of_their from_lions precious_life_of_my.

18 Give_thanks_you in/on/at/with_assembly great in/on/at/with_people numerous praise_you.

19 Not may_they_rejoice to_me enemies_of_my falsehood hate_of_me without_cause let_them_wink an_eye.

20 If/because not peace they_speak and_against the_quiet_people_of the_land messages_of deceit(s) devise.

21 And_open_wide against_me mouths_of_their they_have_said aha aha it_has_seen eyes_of_our.

22 You_have_seen Oh_YHWH do_not be_silent my_master do_not be_distant from_me.

23 Wake_up and_rise to_defense_of_my god_of_my and_master_of_my for_cause_of_my.

24 Vindicate_me according_to_righteousness_of_your Oh_YHWH god_of_my and_not may_they_rejoice to_me.

25 Not let_them_say in/on/at/with_hearts_of_their aha desire_of_our not may_they_say swallowed_up_him.

26 May_they_be_ashamed and_confusion altogether the_people_joyful_of misfortune_of_my may_they_be_clothed shame and_dishonour the_exalt over_me.

27 May_they_shout_for_joy and_glad the_people_desirous_of vindication_of_my and_say continually may_he_be_great YHWH the_who_delights the_welfare_of servant_of_his.

28 And_tongue_of_my it_will_utter righteousness_of_your all_of the_day praise_of_your.

36:1 Wicked people and Yahweh’s goodness

Human Wickedness and Divine Goodness; Human Wickedness

For the musical director: a song by Yahweh’s servant David.

For the director of music. Of David the servant of the Lord.; To the leader. Of David, the servant of the Lord.; For the choir director: A psalm of David, the servant of the Lord.; For the leader: for the Lord’s servant: for David

36 My heart ≈struggles with the disobedience of evil >people.

≈They see no need to worry about God

2 because #they comfort themselves

thinking that #their sin won’t be discovered and be hated.

3 #Their words are sinful and deceitful.

#They don’t want to be wise and do good.

4 #They plot wicked things even when #they’re lying in bed.

≈#They ≈decide on a path that’s no good—not rejecting evil.

The Goodness of God

5 Your loyal commitment, Yahweh, reaches to the heavens.

≈Your faithfulness reaches to the clouds.

6 Your righteousness is like ≈the highest[fn] mountains.

≈Your judgements are like the ≈deepest ocean.

Yahweh, you preserve both ≈people and animals.

7 God, your loyal commitment is so valuable.

≈You protect us like birds protect their babies under their wings.

8 They feast from the plentiful provisions in your ≈creation.

You let them drink ≈the sweet water from your river.

9 We see light in your light

because you are the fountain of life.

10 Fully show your loyal commitment to those who know you.

≈≡Extend your defence to ≈those who are godly.

11 Don’t let arrogant #people approach me.

Don’t let the ≈action of wicked >people drive me away.

12 The wicked >people have fallen down over there.

They’ve been knocked down and aren’t able to get up.

↑ 36  For_the_director of_servant_of of_YHWH of_Dāvid.

2 \f + \fr 36:2 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

36.

1\f* the_utterance_of transgression to_the_wicked in/on/at/with_midst_of heart_of_my there_is_not fear_of god at_before eyes_of_his.

3 \f + \fr 36:3 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

36.

2\f* if/because he_flatters to_him/it in/on/at/with_eyes_of_his_own to_detect iniquity_of_his to_hate.

4 \f + \fr 36:4 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

36.

3\f* the_messages_of mouth_of_his are_wickedness and_deceit he_has_ceased to_make_wise/intelligent to_do_good.

5 \f + \fr 36:5 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

36.

4\f* wickedness he_plans on bed_of_his he_takes_his_stand on a_way not good evil not he_rejects.

6 \f + \fr 36:6 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

36.

5\f* Oh_YHWH in/on/at/with_the_heavens steadfast_love_of_your faithfulness_of_your is_to the_clouds.

7 \f + \fr 36:7 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

36.

6\f* righteousness_of_your like_mountains_of god judgements_of_your are_the_deep great humankind and_beast you_deliver Oh_YHWH.

8 \f + \fr 36:8 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

36.

7\f* how precious steadfast_love_of_your Oh_god and_the_sons humankind in/on/at/with_shadow_of wings_of_your take_refuge.

9 \f + \fr 36:9 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

36.

8\f* feast on_abundance_of house_of_your and_river_of delights_of_your give_drink_them.

10 \f + \fr 36:10 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

36.

9\f* if/because with_you a_fountain_of life in/on/at/with_light_of_your we_see light.

11 \f + \fr 36:11 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

36.

10\f* prolong steadfast_love_of_your to_know_of_you and_righteousness_of_your to_upright_of heart.

12 \f + \fr 36:12 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

36.

11\f* not come_me the_foot_of pride and_hand_of wicked_people not drive_away_me.

13 \f + \fr 36:13 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

36.

12\f* there they_have_fallen (of)_wickedness those_who_do_of they_were_pushed_down and_not they_were_able to_rise.

37:1 The endings of godly and wicked people

The Destiny of the Wicked and of the Good; Exhortation to Patience and Trust

A song by David.

For David; A psalm of David.; Of David.

א (Alef)

37 Don’t be irritated by ≈those who do evil.

≈Don’t be envious of those who do ≈what is wrong,

2 because they’ll soon dry up like the grass

≈and wither as the green plants.

ב (Beyt)

3 Trust in Yahweh and do what is good.

≈Settle in the land and ≈appreciate faithfulness.

4 Then delight yourself in Yahweh,

and he’ll give you ≈what you really desire.

ג (Gimel)

5 ≈Give your path to Yahweh.

Trust in him, and he’ll act on your behalf.

6 He’ll display your justice like the daylight

≈and your ≈innocence like the day at noon.

ד (Dalet)

7 Be still ≈in front of Yahweh and wait patiently for him.

Don’t be angry if others succeed in what #they do,

or when #they make evil plots.

ה (He)

8 ≈Don’t be angry and frustrated.

Don’t ≈be a worrier—that only makes trouble.

9 ≈Those who do evil will be eliminated,

≈but those who ≈strive to obey Yahweh will ≈end up owning the land.

ו (Vav)

10 In a little while the evil >people will disappear.

You’ll look at ≈the place where they were, but #they’ll be gone.

11 ≈But the meek will ≈inherit the land

and will delight in great prosperity.

ז (Zayin)

12 The wicked >people plot against the righteous

≈and grind #their teeth in rage against #them.

13 My master laughs at #them,

because he knows that their day is coming.

ח (Het)

14 The wicked have drawn out their #swords and have bent their #bows

to bring the oppressed and needy down—

yes, to kill those who are ≈godly.

15 Their #swords will ≈pierce their own #hearts,

and their bows will be broken.

ט (Tet)

16 It’s better to do right and only have a little,

than to be wicked and rich,

17 because the arms of the wicked >people will be broken,

but Yahweh ≈supports >people who are righteous.

י (Yod)

18 Yahweh ≈keeps an eye on those who are blameless,

and ^they won’t lose their inheritance.

19 They won’t be shamed when times ≈are bad.

When famine comes, they’ll have enough to eat,

כ (Kaf)

20 because evil >people will ≈die.

Yahweh’s enemies will be like the fleeting ≈beauty of the fields—

they’ll be consumed and ≈disappear in the smoke.

ל (Lamed)

21 Wicked >people borrow ≈but never repay,

≈but the ≈godly >person ≈is generous and gives.

22 Those who are blessed by @God will ≈own the land,

≈but those who are cursed by him will be ≈wiped out.

מ (Mem)

23 It is by Yahweh that a person’s steps are established,

and he ≈takes pleasure in observing their path.

24 Even if #they stumble, #they won’t fall ≈on their face,

because Yahweh is ≈right there helping #them.

נ (Nun)

25 I was young and now I’m old

and I’ve never seen the righteous >person abandoned

≈or their children ≈out begging for food.

26 All day long, ≈they’re ≈gracious and lend to those more needy,

and #their children become a blessing to others.

ס (Samek)

27 Turn away from evil and do what is right.

Then you will ≈go on living,

28 because Yahweh loves justice and doesn’t abandon ≈those who are faithful to him.

They’re preserved forever, but the descendants of wicked >people will be ≈eliminated.

ע (Ayin)

29 The ≈godly >people will inherit the land

≈and always live there.

פ (Pe)

30 ≈Godly >people ≈expound wisdom

≈and ≈promote justice.

31 God’s law is always ≈on their minds.

#Their feet won’t slip.

צ (Tsade)

32 The wicked person watches the righteous

and seeks to kill #them.

33 Yahweh won’t abandon #them into the evil person’s hand

or condemn #them when they’re judged.

ק (Qof)

34 Wait for Yahweh and ≈stay on the path he showed you,

then he’ll ≈assist you to possess the land he promised.

You’ll see those who are wicked ≈get eliminated.

ר (Resh)

35 I’ve seen a wicked and terrifying person

spreading out like a luxuriant tree in its native soil.

36 However, when I passed by again, #they weren’t there.

≈I looked for #them, but #they couldn’t be found.

ש (Sin/Shin)

37 Observe the person of integrity, and notice ≈those who are godly.

There’s a good future for a peaceful person.

38 Sinners will be totally destroyed;

≈The future will be cut off for wicked ≈people.

ת (Tav)

39 Yahweh ≈is the one who saves godly people.

≈He protects them in the times of trouble.

40 Yahweh helps them and rescues them.

He rescues them from evil people and saves them

because they’ve ≈gone to him as a place of safety.

↑ 37  Of_Dāvid\f + \fr 37:1 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

37.

1\f* do_not fret_yourself in/on/at/with_evildoers do_not be_jealous in/on/at/with_do_of (of)_unrighteousness.

2 If/because like_the_grass quickly they_will_wither and_like_green_of fresh_grass wither.

3 Trust in/on/at/with_LORD and_do good dwell the_land and_feed faithfulness.

4 And_delight on YHWH and_give to/for_yourself(m) the_requests_of heart_of_your.

5 Roll on YHWH way_of_your and_trust on/upon/above_him/it and_he he_will_act.

6 And_bring_forth like_the_light righteousness_of_your and_justice_of_your like_the_noonday.

7 Be_still to/for_YHWH and_wait_patiently to_him/it do_not fret_yourself in/on/at/with_prospers_of its_road/course in/on/at/with_man who_makes plots.

8 Refrain from_anger and_abandon rage do_not fret_yourself only to_evil.

9 If/because evil-doers cut_off and_wait_for_of (of)_YHWH they they_will_possess the_land.

10 And_while a_little and_no_more the_wicked_will_be and_look_carefully on place_of_his and_not_he.

11 And_meek they_will_possess the_land and_delight on abundance_of well-being.

12 is_planning the_wicked against_the_righteous and_gnashes on/upon/above_him/it teeth_of_his.

13 My_master he_laughs to_him/it if/because he_sees if/because_that it_will_come day_of_his.

14 A_sword they_have_drawn wicked_people and_bend bow_of_their to_bring_down the_poor and_needy to_slay people_upright_of way.

15 Sword_of_their it_will_go in/on/at/with_heart_of_their_own and_bows_of_their they_will_be_broken.

16 is_good the_little has_the_righteous than_abundance_of wicked_people many.

17 If/because the_arms_of wicked_people they_will_be_broken and_upholds righteous_people YHWH.

18 YHWH is_knowing the_days_of blameless_people and_inheritance_of_their to_forever it_will_be.

19 Not they_will_be_ashamed in/on/at/with_times_of evil and_in/on/at/with_days_of famine they_will_be_satisfied.

20 If/because wicked_people they_will_perish and_enemies_of YHWH like_glory_of pastures they_will_come_to_an_end in/on/at/with_smoke they_will_come_to_an_end.

21 is_borrowing the_wicked and_not he_repays and_righteous is_showing_favour and_gives.

22 If/because blessed_of_him they_will_possess the_land and_cursed_of_him they_will_be_cut_off.

23 By_LORD the_steps_of a_man they_are_established and_way_of_his he_delights_in.

24 If/because he_will_fall not he_will_be_hurled_down if/because YHWH is_sustaining his/its_hand.

25 A_young_man I_have_been also I_am_old and_not I_have_seen the_righteous abandoned and_children_of_his seeking food.

26 All_of the_day he_is_showing_favour and_lending and_children_of_his for_blessing.

27 Turn_away from_evil and_do good and_abide to_always.

28 If/because YHWH is_loving justice and_not he_will_abandon DOM faithful_of_his to_forever they_are_preserved and_children_of wicked_people it_is_cut_off.

29 righteous_people they_will_possess the_land and_dwell to_forever in_it.

30 the_mouth_of the_righteous it_utters wisdom and_tongue_of_his it_speaks justice.

31 The_law_of his/its_god in/on/at/with_heart_of_his not steps_of_his it_slips.

32 is_watching a_wicked_person for_the_righteous and_seeks to_kill_him.

\f + \fr 37:32 \ft OSHB note: BHS has been faithful to the Leningrad Codex where there might be a question of the validity of the form and we keep the same form as BHS.

\f* 33 YHWH not leave_him in/on/at/with_power_of_his and_not condemned_him in/on/at/with_judged_he.

34 Wait to YHWH and_keep its_road/course and_exalt_you to_inherit the_land in/on/at/with_cut_off wicked_people you_will_see.

35 I_have_seen a_wicked_person ruthless and_spreading like_native_tree luxuriant.

36 And_he/it_passed_through and_see/lo/see no_more_he and_sought_him and_not he_was_found.

37 Watch the_blameless and_observe the_upright if/because a_future for_man_of peace.

38 And_transgressors they_will_be_destroyed altogether the_future_of wicked_people it_will_be_cut_off.

39 And_salvation_of righteous_people from_LORD refuge_of_their in/on/at/with_time_of trouble.

40 And_helps_them YHWH and_delivers_them delivers_them from_wicked and_saves_them if/because they_have_taken_refuge in_him/it.

38:1 The requesting of person suffering

The Prayer of a Sufferer; A Penitent Sufferer’s Plea for Healing

A song by David for the memorial offering.

A psalm of David, to bring us to the Lord’s remembrance.; A psalm: for David: for commemoration; A Psalm of David, for the memorial offering.; A psalm of David. A petition.

38 Yahweh, don’t rebuke me in your anger.

≈Don’t punish me in your rage,

2 because your arrows pierce me,

≈and your hand presses me down.

3 ≈My whole body is weak because of your anger.

There’s no health in my bones because of my ≈disobedience,

4 because my sins overwhelm me.

They’re a burden that’s too heavy for me.

5 My festering wounds ≈smell bad

because of my foolish behaviour.

6 I’m stooped over and humiliated every day.

I go about mourning all day long,

7 because I have burning pain in my ≈bowels.

≈≈My body just isn’t healthy.

8 I’m numb and completely crushed.

I groan because of the anguish in my heart.

9 My master, you understand my heart’s deepest longings,

≈and my groanings aren’t hidden from you.

10 My heart pounds,

≈my strength fades,

≈and my eyesight dims.

11 My friends and companions shun me because of my condition.

My relatives ≈keep their distance.

12 Those who ≈want me dead lay snares for me.

They who ≈desire harm for me speak destructive words

and say ≈sprout treachery all day long.

13 But as for me, I’m like a deaf man who can’t hear.

≈I’m like a mute man who says nothing.

14 I’m like a man who can’t hear

and so ≈can’t so anything in my defence

15 ≈but instead I wait for you, Yahweh.

→My master God, you’ll answer me

16 because I ≈prayed, “Hear me, so that they won’t gloat over me.

If my foot slips, they’ll do terrible things to me,

17 because I’m about to stumble,

and ≈I’m in constant pain.

18 I confess my guilt.

≈I’m anxious because of my sin.

19 My enemies are numerous.

≈Those who hate me wrongfully are many.

20 They repay me with evil for good.

≈They hurl accusations at me although I ≈try to do what’s good.

21 Don’t abandon me, Yahweh.

My God, don’t be distant from me.

22 Come quickly to help me,

my master ≈who saves me.

↑ 38  A_song of_Dāvid for_memorial_offering.

2 \f + \fr 38:2 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

38.

1\f* Oh_YHWH do_not in/on/at/with_anger_of_your rebuke_me and_in/on/at/with_severe_anger_of_your discipline_me.

3 \f + \fr 38:3 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

38.

2\f* if/because arrows_of_your they_have_penetrated in/on/at/with_me and_pressed_down on_me hand_of_your.

4 \f + \fr 38:4 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

38.

3\f* there_is_not soundness in/on/at/with_flesh_of_my from_face/in_front_of indignation_of_your there_is_not health in/on/at/with_bones_of_my from_face/in_front_of sin_of_my.

5 \f + \fr 38:5 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

38.

4\f* if/because iniquities_of_my they_have_passed_over my_head like_burden heavy they_are_too_heavy too_for_me.

6 \f + \fr 38:6 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

38.

5\f* they_stink they_fester wounds_of_my from_face/in_front_of foolishness_of_my.

7 \f + \fr 38:7 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

38.

6\f* I_am_bent_down I_am_bent_over up_to muchness all_of the_day mourning I_have_gone_about.

8 \f + \fr 38:8 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

38.

7\f* if/because loins_of_my they_are_full burning_pain and_there_is_no soundness in/on/at/with_flesh_of_my.

9 \f + \fr 38:9 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

38.

8\f* I_am_numb and_crushed up_to muchness I_roar because_of_anguish_of heart_of_my.

10 \f + \fr 38:10 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

38.

9\f* my_master before_you all_of longing_of_my and_sighing_of_my from_you not it_is_hidden.

11 \f + \fr 38:11 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

38.

10\f* heart_of_my it_palpitates fails_me strength_of_my and_light_of eyes_of_my also they not from_me.

12 \f + \fr 38:12 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

38.

11\f* companions_of_my and_friends_of_my from_before affliction_of_my they_stand and_relatives_of_my at_distance they_have_stood.

13 \f + \fr 38:13 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

38.

12\f* and_lay_snares life_of_my those_who_seek_of and_seek_of harm_of_me they_have_spoken destruction(s) and_treachery all_of the_day they_devise.

14 \f + \fr 38:14 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

38.

13\f* and_I like_deaf not I_hear and_like_mute who_not he_opens mouth_of_his.

15 \f + \fr 38:15 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

38.

14\f* and_am like_man who not is_hearing and_no in/on/at/with_mouth_of_whose arguments.

16 \f + \fr 38:16 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

38.

15\f* if/because to/for_yourself(m) Oh_YHWH I_have_waited you you_will_answer my_master god_of_my.

17 \f + \fr 38:17 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

38.

16\f* if/because I_said lest they_should_rejoice to_me in/on/at/with_slips foot_of_my against_me they_magnified_themselves.

18 \f + \fr 38:18 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

38.

17\f* if/because I to_fall am_prepared and_pain_of_my with_me continually.

19 \f + \fr 38:19 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

38.

18\f* if/because my_perversity/evil/guilt/punishment I_tell I_am_anxious because_of_sin_of_my.

20 \f + \fr 38:20 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

38.

19\f* and_enemies_of_my life they_are_numerous and_many hate_of_me falsehood.

21 \f + \fr 38:21 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

38.

20\f* and_repay_of (of)_evil in_place_of good accuse_me in_place_of follow_I\f + \fr 38:21 \ft OSHB variant note: רדופ/י: (x-qere) ’רָֽדְפִ/י’: lemma_7291 morph_HVqc/Sp1cs id_19MMh רָֽדְפִ/י\f* good.

22 \f + \fr 38:22 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

38.

21\f* do_not abandon_me Oh_YHWH god_of_my do_not be_distant from_me.

23 \f + \fr 38:23 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

38.

22\f* make_haste to_help_of_me my_master salvation_of_my.

39:1 The telling of sin of person suffering

The Confession of a Sufferer; Prayer for Wisdom and Forgiveness

For the musical director: A song by David for Yedutun.

For the director of music. For Jeduthun. A psalm of David.; For the leader: for Jeduthun: a psalm: for David; To the leader: to Jeduthun. A Psalm of David.; For Jeduthun, the choir director: A psalm of David.

39 I ≈decided that I’ll watch what I say

so that I won’t sin with my ≈lips.

I’ll muzzle my mouth while in the presence of evil >people.

2 I ≈kept silent.

I ≈refrained even from saying anything good, and my pain ≈grew worse.

3 My heart became hot when I thought about these things.

≈It burnt like a fire, then finally I spoke.

4 “Yahweh, make me know when the end of my life will be

≈and the extent of my days.

Let me see how transient I am.

5 See, you’ve made my days only ≈the width of my hand,

and my lifetime is like nothing in your sight.

Surely all of humanity is just a single breath. (Instrumental break.)

6 Surely every person walks around like a shadow.

Surely everyone hurries about to accumulate riches ≈although #they don’t know who’ll ≈inherit them.

7 Now, my master, what am I waiting for?

→My hope is in you.

8 Rescue me from my disobedience.

Don’t ≈allow fools to be able to mock me.

9 I ≈can’t speak and can’t even open my mouth,

because it’s you who has done it.

10 ≈Stop wounding me.

I’m ≈overwhelmed by the blow of your hand.

11 When you discipline people for disobedience,

like a moth, you consume the things they value.

Surely all people are nothing but vapour. (Instrumental break.)

12 Hear my prayer, Yahweh, and my call for help.

≈Listen to my ≈weeping.

Don’t be deaf to me,

because I’m like a foreigner with you—a refugee like all my ancestors were.

13 ≈Stop staring at me so that I can smile again

before I ≈die.

↑ 39  For_the_director for_Yədūtūn/(Jeduthun)\f + \fr 39:1 \ft OSHB variant note: ל/ידיתון: (x-qere) ’לִֽ/ידוּת֗וּן’: lemma_l/3038 n_1 morph_HR/Np id_19FYp לִֽ/ידוּת֗וּן\f* a_song of_Dāvid.

2 \f + \fr 39:2 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

39.

1\f* I_said I_will_guard ways_of_my that_not_sin in/on/at/with_tongue_of_my I_will_keep on_mouth_of_my a_muzzle in/on/at/with_long_as the_wicked in_presence_my.

3 \f + \fr 39:3 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

39.

2\f* I_was_dumb silence I_was_silent from_good and_pain_of_my it_was_stirred_up.

4 \f + \fr 39:4 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

39.

3\f* it_became_warm heart_of_my in/on/at/with_inside_of_me in/on/at/with_mused_of_I it_burned fire I_spoke in/on/at/with_tongue_of_my.

5 \f + \fr 39:5 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

39.

4\f* know_me Oh_YHWH end_of_my and_measure_of days_of_my what is_it let_me_know how transient am_I.

6 \f + \fr 39:6 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

39.

5\f* here handbreadths you_have_made days_of_my and_lifetime_of_my as_nothing in_sight_you is_only all_of vanity all_of humankind which_stands Şelāh.

7 \f + \fr 39:7 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

39.

6\f* only in_(the)_image he_goes_about a_person only vanity in_turmoil he_heaps_up and_not he_knows who gather_of_them.

8 \f + \fr 39:8 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

39.

7\f* and_now what do_I_wait_for my_master hope_of_my to/for_yourself(m) it.

9 \f + \fr 39:9 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

39.

8\f* from_all transgressions_of_my deliver_me a_reproach_of the_foolish do_not make_me.

10 \f + \fr 39:10 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

39.

9\f* I_am_dumb not I_open mouth_of_my if/because you you_have_acted.

11 \f + \fr 39:11 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

39.

10\f* remove from_upon_me stroke_of_your by_opposition_of hand_of_your I I_have_come_to_an_end.

12 \f + \fr 39:12 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

39.

11\f* in/on/at/with_punishment on iniquity you_have_disciplined a_person and_consume like_a_moth dear_of_him is_only vanity all_of humankind Şelāh.

13 \f + \fr 39:13 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

39.

12\f* hear prayer_of_my Oh_YHWH and_cry_for_help_of_my listen to tears_of_my do_not be_silent if/because am_a_sojourner I with_you a_resident_alien like_all_of fathers_of_my.

14 \f + \fr 39:14 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

39.

13\f* smear from_me and_smile in/on/at/with_before I_will_go and_no_more_I.

40:1 A song praising Yahweh

Thanksgiving for Deliverance and Prayer for Help; A Song of Praise

For the musical director: a song by David.

For the leader: for David: a psalm; For the director of music. Of David. A psalm.; To the leader. Of David. A Psalm.; For the choir director: A psalm of David.

40 I waited patiently for Yahweh to help me.

He listened to me and heard my cry.

2 He brought me up out of a horrible pit in the sticky clay,

→and he set my feet on a rock and made my steps secure.

3 He’s ≈given me a new song to sing, praise to our God.

Many will see it and honour him

≈and will trust in Yahweh.

4 ≈The person who trusts Yahweh will prosper

and doesn’t honour proud >people

or those who go astray and follow lies.

5 Yahweh my God, you’ve done many wonderful things,

and your thoughts about us can’t be numbered.

If I declared and spoke about them,

they would be too many to count.

6 ≈Sacrifices and offerings don’t give you pleasure,

but you’ve opened my ≈mind.

You didn’t actually want burnt-offerings or sin-offerings.

7 Then said I, “See, I’ve come.

I’m written about in the scroll of the document.

8 I enjoy doing what you want, my God.

Your instructions are ≈on my mind.”

9 I have ≈told everyone in the ≈national assembly ≈about how you always do what is right.

≈Yahweh, you know that ≈I haven’t shied back from doing that.

10 I haven’t hidden your righteousness away in my heart—

I’ve declared your faithfulness and ≈how you saved me.

I haven’t concealed your loyal commitment or your trustworthiness from the ≈national assembly.

11 Don’t ≈stop being merciful towards me, Yahweh.

Let your loyal commitment and your trustworthiness always preserve me.

A Prayer for Help

(Psalm 70)

12 More troubles surround me than I can even count.

My disobedience has caught up with me so that I’m no longer able to see anything else.

They’re more than the hairs on my head, and my heart fails me.

13 Be pleased, Yahweh, to rescue me.

≈Hurry to help me, Yahweh.

14 Let ≈those who chase me to take my life be ashamed and completely disappointed.

≈Let those who delight in hurting me be turned back and brought to dishonour.

15 Let those who ≈cheer because of my fate be shocked because of their shame.

16 But may all those who seek you celebrate and be glad ≈because of you.

Let everyone who ≈appreciates how you rescued them, say continually, “May Yahweh be praised.”

17 I’m poor and needy, yet my master thinks about me.

You’re my help and you come to my rescue.

Don’t delay, my God.

↑ 40  For_the_director of_Dāvid a_song.

2 \f + \fr 40:2 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

40.

1\f* patiently_(wait) I_waited_for YHWH and_inclined to_me and_he/it_listened cry_of_my.

3 \f + \fr 40:3 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

40.

2\f* and_brought_up_me from_pit_of roaring out_of_clay_of the_miry and_set on a_rock feet_of_my he_established steps_of_my.

4 \f + \fr 40:4 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

40.

3\f* and_he/it_gave in/on/at/with_mouth_of_my a_song new praise to_god_of_our they_will_see many_people and_fear and_trust in/on/at/with_LORD.

5 \f + \fr 40:5 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

40.

4\f* how_blessed the_man who he_has_made YHWH trust_of_his and_not he_has_turned to proud_people and_go_astray_after_of falsehood.

6 \f + \fr 40:6 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

40.

5\f* many you_have_made you Oh_YHWH god_of_my wonders_of_your and_thoughts_of_your toward_us there_is_not to_compare with_you I_will_declare and_tell they_are_too_numerous too_to_count.

7 \f + \fr 40:7 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

40.

6\f* sacrifice and_offering not you_desired ears you_dug to/for_me burnt_offering and_sin_offering not you_asked_for.

8 \f + \fr 40:8 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

40.

7\f* then I_said here I_have_come in/on/at/with_scroll_of the_book it_is_written of_me.

9 \f + \fr 40:9 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

40.

8\f* to_do will_of_your god_of_my I_desire and_law_of_your\f + \fr 40:9 \ft OSHB note: We read one or more accents in L differently than BHS.

Often this notation indicates a typographical error in BHS.

\f* in_the_middle heart_of_my.

10 \f + \fr 40:10 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

40.

9\f* I_have_borne_news righteousness in/on/at/with_congregation great here lips_of_my not I_restrain Oh_YHWH you you_know.

11 \f + \fr 40:11 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

40.

10\f* righteousness_of_your not I_have_concealed in_the_middle heart_of_my faithfulness_of_your and_salvation_of_your I_have_spoken not I_have_hidden steadfast_love_of_your and_truth_of_your from_congregation great.

12 \f + \fr 40:12 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

40.

11\f* you Oh_YHWH not you_will_withhold mercy_of_your from_me steadfast_love_of_your and_truth_of_your continually preserve_me.

13 \f + \fr 40:13 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

40.

12\f* if/because they_have_encompassed around_me troubles until there_was_not number overtaken_me iniquities_of_my and_not I_am_able to_see they_are_numerous than_hairs_of my_head and_heart_of_my fails_me.

14 \f + \fr 40:14 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

40.

13\f* be_pleased Oh_YHWH to_deliver_me Oh_YHWH to_help_of_me make_haste.

15 \f + \fr 40:15 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

40.

14\f* may_they_be_ashamed and_confusion altogether life_of_my those_who_seek_of to_take_it may_they_be_turned_back backwards and_humiliated the_people_desirous_of hurt_of_my.

16 \f + \fr 40:16 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

40.

15\f* may_they_be_appalled on the_consequence_of shame_of_their the_say to_me aha\f + \fr 40:16 \ft OSHB note: We read one or more accents in L differently than BHS.

Often this notation indicates a typographical error in BHS.

\f* aha.

17 \f + \fr 40:17 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

40.

16\f* may_they_exult and_glad in/on/at/with_you all_of seek_of_you may_they_say continually may_he_be_great YHWH those_who_love_of salvation_of_your.

18 \f + \fr 40:18 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

40.

17\f* and_I am_poor and_needy my_master may_he_think to_me help_of_my and_deliverer_of_my you god_of_my do_not delay.

41:1 A prayer for healing

Assurance of God’s Help and a Plea for Healing; A Prayer in Sickness

For the musical director: a song by David.

To the leader. A Psalm of David.; For the leader: a psalm: for David; For the choir director: A psalm of David.; For the director of music. A psalm of David.

41 #People who are concerned for the weak will be blessed—

→in the day of trouble, Yahweh will rescue #them.

2 Yahweh will protect #them and keep #them alive,

and #they will be blessed on the earth.

Yahweh will not hand #them over to #their enemies.

3 Yahweh will support #them on the bed of suffering.

You’ll make #their bed of sickness into a bed of healing.

4 I said, “Yahweh, have mercy on me.

Heal my soul, because I’ve sinned against you.”

5 My enemies speak evil against me, saying,

‘When will he die and ≈be forgotten?’

6 If @my enemy comes to see me, he speaks ≈hollow words.

≈He plots in his mind how to destroy me.

When he leaves me, he tells others about it.

7 All who hate me, whisper together against me.

They plot how to make trouble for me.

8 They say, “An evil disease ≈has badly affected him.

Now that he’s ≈down flat, he’ll ≈never get up again.”

9 Indeed, even my own close friend who I trusted,

who ≈had meals at my place,

has ≈betrayed me.

10 But Yahweh, you have mercy on me and ≈help me up

so that I can pay them back.

11 Because my enemy doesn’t defeat me,

that’s how I know that you’re pleased with me.

12 As for me, you support me in my integrity

and will keep me ≈in your mind forever.

13 May Yisrael’s God Yahweh be praised from everlasting to everlasting.

≈Let it be so, yes, let it be.

Second collection

(Songs 42–72)

↑ 41  For_the_director a_song of_Dāvid.

2 \f + \fr 41:2 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

41.

1\f* how_blessed is_one_who_considers (to) the_poor in/on_day trouble delivers_him YHWH.

3 \f + \fr 41:3 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

41.

2\f* YHWH protects_him and_keeps_alive_him wwww\f + \fr 41:3 \ft OSHB variant note: יאשר: (x-qere) ’וְ/אֻשַּׁ֣ר’: lemma_c/833 morph_HC/VPq3ms id_19P34 וְ/אֻשַּׁ֣ר\f* on_the_earth and_not give_over_him in/on/at/with_desire_of enemies_of_his.

4 \f + \fr 41:4 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

41.

3\f* YHWH sustain_him on a_couch_of illness all_of bed_of_his you_have_changed in/on/at/with_illness_of_his.

5 \f + \fr 41:5 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

41.

4\f* I I_said Oh_YHWH gracious_me heal soul_of_my if/because I_have_sinned to/for_you(fs).

6 \f + \fr 41:6 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

41.

5\f* enemies_of_my they_speak evil to_me when will_he_die his/its_name and_perish.

7 \f + \fr 41:7 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

41.

6\f* and_if someone_came to_see falsehood it_speaks his/its_heart it_gathers wickedness to_him/it he_goes_out to_the_out he_speaks.

8 \f + \fr 41:8 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

41.

7\f* together against_me all_of they_whisper_to_one_another hate_of_me against_me they_plot trouble to_me.

9 \f + \fr 41:9 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

41.

8\f* a_thing_of worthlessness has_been_poured_out in/on/over_him/it and_which he_lay_down not he_will_repeat to_rise.

10 \f + \fr 41:10 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

41.

9\f* also a_person_of friend_of_my whom I_trusted in_him/it\f + \fr 41:10 \ft OSHB note: We read one or more accents in L differently than BHS.

Often this notation indicates a typographical error in BHS.

\f* who_ate bread_of_my he_has_made_great against_me a_heel.

11 \f + \fr 41:11 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

41.

10\f* and_you(ms) Oh_YHWH gracious_me and_raise_up_me and_repay to/for_them.

12 \f + \fr 41:12 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

41.

11\f* in/on/at/with_this I_know if/because_that you_delight in/on/at/with_me (cmp) not he_shouts_in_triumph enemy_of_my over_me.

13 \f + \fr 41:13 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

41.

12\f* and_me in/on/at/with_integrity_of_my you_have_supported in/on/at/with_me and_set_me to_your_face to_forever.

14 \f + \fr 41:14 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

41.

13\f* YHWH be_blessed the_god_of Yisrā^ʼēl/(Israel) from_the_everlasting and_unto the_everlasting amen and_amen.

42:1 Hope when depressed

The Prayer of Someone in Exile; Longing for God and His Help in Distress

For the musical director: a song[fn] by Korah’s descendants.

To the leader. A Maskil of the Korahites.; For the director of music. A maskil of the Sons of Korah.; For the leader: a maskil: for the Korahites; For the choir director: A psalm of the descendants of Korah.

42 As a deer thirsts for streams of water,

so too my soul longs for you, God.

2 My soul thirsts for God—for the living God.

When will I go and appear before God?

3 My tears are my food day and night,

as people are ≈asking me every day, “Where’s your God?”

4 These things I remember, and I pour out my soul within myself.

I travelled with the crowd and accompanied them to God’s residence

with shouts of joy and praise—a multitude celebrating a festival.

5 Why are you bowed down, my soul,

and upset within me?

Put your hope in God, because I’ll praise him again—

≡praise him for ≈how my God’s presence leads to my being saved.

6 My soul is bowed down within me,

therefore I remember you from the land of the Yordan river

and Mt. Hermon’s heights and from Mt. Mizar.

7 Deep is calling to deep with the ≈roar of your waterfalls;

All your waves and gusts flow over me.

8 During the day, Yahweh ≈exercises his loyal commitment,

and in the night, his song is with me—

a prayer to the God ≈who gave me life.

9 I’ll ≈ask God, my ≈place of safety, “Why have you forgotten me?

Why do I walk around mourning because of an enemy’s oppression?”

10 When those who are hostile to me rebuke me, ≈asking me all day long, “Where’s your God?”

≈it feels like my bones are crushed.

11 My soul, why are you bowed down?

≈And why are you upset within me?

Put your hope in God, because I’ll thank him again—

≈my God’s presence leads to my being saved.

↑ 42  For_the_director a_poem of_sons_of of_Qoraḩ.

2 \f + \fr 42:2 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

42.

1\f* as_deer which_it_pants towards channels_of water so soul_of_my it_pants for_you Oh_god.

3 \f + \fr 42:3 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

42.

2\f* soul_of_my it_is_thirsty for_god for_god living when will_I_go and_appear the_presence_of god.

4 \f + \fr 42:4 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

42.

3\f* it_has_been to/for_me tears_of_my food by_day and_night in/on/at/with_say to_me all_of the_day where god_of_your.

5 \f + \fr 42:5 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

42.

4\f* these_things I_will_remember and_pour_out within_me soul_of_my if/because_that I_passed_on in/on/at/with_throng leading_them to the_house_of god in/on/at/with_shouts_of a_shout_of_joy and_thanksgiving a_multitude celebrating_a_festival.

6 \f + \fr 42:6 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

42.

5\f* why are_you_bowed_down soul_of_my and_disturbed within_me wait in_god if/because again praise_him the_salvation(s)_of his/its_faces/face.

7 \f + \fr 42:7 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

42.

6\f* god_of_my within_me soul_of_my it_is_bowed_down on/upon/above/on_account_of//he/it_went_in yes/correct/thus/so remember_you from_land_of the_Yardēn/(Jordan) and_heights_of_Ḩermōn from_hill Mizar.

8 \f + \fr 42:8 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

42.

7\f* deep to deep is_calling to_sound/voice waterfalls_of_your all_of breakers_of_your and_waves_of_your over_me they_have_passed.

9 \f + \fr 42:9 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

42.

8\f* by_day YHWH he_commands steadfast_love_of_his and_in_the_night song_of_his\f + \fr 42:9 \ft OSHB variant note: שיר/ה: (x-qere) ’שִׁיר֣/וֹ’: lemma_7892 a morph_HNcbsc/Sp3ms id_196iZ שִׁיר֣/וֹ\f* with_me a_prayer to_god_of life_of_my.

10 \f + \fr 42:10 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

42.

9\f* I_will_say to_god rock_of_my to/for_why forgotten_me to/for_what mourning do_I_walk in/on/at/with_oppression_of an_enemy.

11 \f + \fr 42:11 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

42.

10\f* in/on/at/with_shattering in/on/at/with_bones_of_my taunt_me adversaries_of_my in/on/at/with_say_they to_me all_of the_day where god_of_your.

12 \f + \fr 42:12 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

42.

11\f* why are_you_bowed_down soul_of_my and_why are_you_in_turmoil within_me wait in_god if/because again praise_him the_salvation(s)_of countenance_of_my and_god_of_my.

43:1 The requesting at time of conflict

The Prayer of Someone in Exile; Prayer to God in Time of Trouble

(Continuation of Song 42)

43 God, declare me ≈to be innocent,

and defend my case against an unfaithful nation.

Deliver me from deceitful and evil #people.

2 For you are the God ≈who’s my place of safety.

Why have you rejected me?

Why do I walk around mourning because of an enemy’s oppression?

3 Send out your light and your truth—let them lead me.

Let them bring me to your sacred mountain

≈and to your #residence.

4 I will go to God’s altar—

to the God ≈who gives me great fulfillment.

I will praise you with the harp, oh God, my God.

5 My soul, why are you bowed down?

≈And why are you upset within me?

Put your hope in God, because I’ll thank him again—

≈my God’s presence leads to my being saved.

↑ 43  Vindicate_me Oh_god and_plead cause_of_my against_nation not faithful from_man deceit and_unjust rescue_me.

2 If/because you are_the_god_of refuge_of_my to/for_why rejected_me to/for_what mourning do_I_go_about in/on/at/with_oppression_of an_enemy.

3 Send light_of_your and_truth_of_your they lead_me bring_me to the_mountain_of holy_of_your and_near/to dwelling_places_of_your.

4 And_go to the_altar_of god to the_god_of the_joy_of surpassing_of_my and_praise_you in/on/at/with_lyre Oh_god god_of_my.

5 Why are_you_bowed_down soul_of_my and_why are_you_in_turmoil within_me wait in_god if/because again praise_him the_salvation(s)_of countenance_of_my and_god_of_my.

44:1 A prayer for help

A Prayer for Protection; National Lament and Prayer for Help

For the musical director: a song[fn] by Korah’s descendants.

For the leader: for the Korahites: a maskil; For the director of music. Of the Sons of Korah. A maskil; For the choir director: A psalm of the descendants of Korah.; To the leader. Of the Korahites. A Maskil.

44 God, we have listened with our ears.

Our ancestors have told us about ≈the miracles you did in their ≈time—in the old days.

2 You drove out the other nations ≈with your power, but you planted @our ancestors.

≈You ≈caused suffering for other people groups, but you sent @our ancestors into the land.

3 ≈Yes, they didn’t take over the land with their #swords, and their ≈power didn’t save them,

^but ≈it was your power and your direction, because you were pleased with them.

4 God, you are my king who ≈plans victories for Yakob’s descendants.

5 Through you we will ≈destroy our adversaries.

≈In your name we will trample those who ≈come against us,

6 because I won’t trust in my bow,

≈and my sword won’t save me.

7 ≈Yes, you have saved us from our enemies,

≈and have ≈humiliated those who hate us.

8 We’ve boasted in God every day,

and we will praise your name forever. (Instrumental break.)

9 Yet you’ve rejected and humiliated us,

and you don’t go out with our armies.

10 You made us turn back from the enemy,

and those who hate us take plunder for themselves.

11 You’ve made us like sheep ≈to be eaten,

and you scattered us among the nations.

12 You’ve sold your people for ≈virtually nothing—

≈You haven’t profited from their sale.

13 You’ve made us a reproach to our neighbours—

≈a contempt and a scorn to those around us.

14 You made us an insult among the other nations—

≈a shaking of the head among the peoples.

15 My dishonour is ≈on my mind all day,

and my shame has overwhelmed me

16 because of ≈hearing those who taunt and insult me—

facing those vengeful enemies.

17 All of this has come against us,

≈although we haven’t forgotten you and we haven’t violated your agreement.

18 Our heart hasn’t turned back.

Our steps ≡haven’t strayed from your way.

19 ≈But you’ve crushed us out ≈where the jackals live,

and you’ve covered over us with dark blackness.

20 If we’d forgotten the name of our God

and spread out our hands towards a foreign god,

21 wouldn’t God have discovered that

because he even knows our hearts’ secrets?

22 Indeed, because of you we’re killed all day long—

we’re considered to be like sheep to be slaughtered.

23 My master, wake up. Why are you sleeping?

≈Do something—don’t reject us forever.

24 Why do you hide ≈away

and forget our oppression and suffering?

25 ≈Yes, our life has sunk down into the dust—

it just as if ≈we’re lying face down on the ground.

26 ≈Take action as our helper

and ≈buy our freedom for us because of your loyal commitment.

↑ 44  For_the_director of_sons_of of_Qoraḩ a_poem.

2 \f + \fr 44:2 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

44.

1\f* Oh_god in/on/at/with_ears_of_our we_have_heard ancestors_of_our they_have_recounted to/for_us the_deeds which_you_did in/on/at/with_days_of_their in/on/at/with_days_of antiquity.

3 \f + \fr 44:3 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

44.

2\f* you hand_of_your nations you_dispossessed and_planted_them you_did_harm_to peoples and_set_free_them.

4 \f + \fr 44:4 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

44.

3\f* if/because not in/on/at/with_sword_of_their they_took_possession_of the_land and_arm_of_their not it_saved to_them if/because right_hand_of_your and_arm_of_your and_light_of face_of_your if/because delighted_in_them.

5 \f + \fr 44:5 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

44.

4\f* you he king_of_my Oh_god ordain the_victories_of Yaˊₐqoⱱ/(Jacob).

6 \f + \fr 44:6 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

44.

5\f* in/on/at/with_you foes_of_our we_gore in/on/at/with_name_of_your we_tread_down rise_up_of_our.

7 \f + \fr 44:7 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

44.

6\f* if/because not in/on/at/with_bow_of_my I_trust and_sword_of_my not save_me.

8 \f + \fr 44:8 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

44.

7\f* if/because saved_us from_foes_of_our and_hate_of_us you_have_put_to_shame.

9 \f + \fr 44:9 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

44.

8\f* in/on/at/with_god we_have_boasted\f + \fr 44:9 \ft OSHB note: BHS has been faithful to the Leningrad Codex where there might be a question of the validity of the form and we keep the same form as BHS.

\f* all_of the_day and_name_of_your to_forever we_will_praise Şelāh.

10 \f + \fr 44:10 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

44.

9\f* also you_have_rejected and_disgraced_us and_not you_have_gone_out in/on/at/with_armies_of_our.

11 \f + \fr 44:11 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

44.

10\f* turn_us backwards from the_foe and_hate_of_us they_have_plundered for_themselves.

12 \f + \fr 44:12 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

44.

11\f* made_us like_sheep_of food and_in/on/at/with_nations scattered_us.

13 \f + \fr 44:13 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

44.

12\f* you_have_sold people_of_your in/on/at/with_nothing wealth and_not you_have_made_great in/on/at/with_sale_of_their.

14 \f + \fr 44:14 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

44.

13\f* made_us a_reproach to_neighbours_of_our mockery and_scorn to_around_of_us.

15 \f + \fr 44:15 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

44.

14\f* made_us a_byword in/on/at/with_nations a_shaking_of head not peoples.

16 \f + \fr 44:16 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

44.

15\f* all_of the_day disgrace_of_my before_me and_shame_of face_of_my covered_me.

17 \f + \fr 44:17 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

44.

16\f* because_of_taunts_of one_who_taunts and_reviler from_face/in_front_of an_enemy and_avenger.

18 \f + \fr 44:18 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

44.

17\f* all_of this happened_us and_not forgotten_you and_not we_had_dealt_falsely in/on/at/with_covenant_of_your.

19 \f + \fr 44:19 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

44.

18\f* not backwards it_had_turned_back heart_of_our steps_of_our and_strayed from way_of_your.

20 \f + \fr 44:20 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

44.

19\f* if/because crushed_us in/on/at/with_haunt_of jackals and_covered over_us in/on/at/with_deep_darkness.

21 \f + \fr 44:21 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

44.

20\f* if we_had_forgotten the_name_of god_of_our and_spread_out hands_of_our to_god strange.

22 \f + \fr 44:22 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

44.

21\f* not god will_he_search_out this if/because he is_knowing the_secrets_of the_heart.

23 \f + \fr 44:23 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

44.

22\f* if/because for_sake_you we_have_been_killed all_of the_day we_have_been_regarded as_sheep_of slaughter.

24 \f + \fr 44:24 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

44.

23\f* awake to/for_what do_you_sleep my_master rouse do_not reject_us to_forever.

25 \f + \fr 44:25 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

44.

24\f* to/for_what face_of_your do_you_hide do_you_forget affliction_of_our and_oppression_of_our.

26 \f + \fr 44:26 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

44.

25\f* if/because it_has_sunk_down to_the_dust soul_of_our it_has_clung to_the_ground bodies_of_our.

27 \f + \fr 44:27 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

44.

26\f* rise_up help_of to/for_ourselves and_redeem_us for_the_sake_of steadfast_love_of_your.

45:1 A royal wedding song

Ode for a Royal Wedding; A Royal Wedding Song

For the musical director: a song[fn] by Korah’s descendants. A love song ≈to be sung to the tune of ‘Lilies’.

To the leader: according to Lilies. Of the Korahites. A Maskil. A love song.; For the choir director: A psalm of the descendants of Korah, to be sung to the tune “Lilies.” A love song.; For the leader: set to ‘Lilies’: for the Korahites: a maskil: a love song; For the director of music. To the tune of “Lilies.” Of the Sons of Korah. A maskil. A wedding song.

45 My heart ≈is stirred with an excellent message.

I’ll read aloud the words I’ve composed about the king.

My tongue is like the pen of a skilled secretary.

2 You are ≈more perfect to look at than the children of humanity.

Your lips ≈move with grace,

so we know that God has blessed you forever.

3 ≈Strap your sword to your side, mighty >warrior,

in your splendour and majesty.

4 Ride on triumphantly in your majesty because of trustworthiness, humility, and innocence.

Your ≈powerful actions display your awesome abilities.

5 Your arrows are sharp—the peoples fall under you.

Your arrows ≈pierce the hearts of the king’s enemies.

6 Your ≈reign, God, will continue forever.

Your kingdom ≈is renowned for its true justice.

7 You have loved righteousness and hated wickedness,

therefore God, your God, has anointed you with the oil of gladness more than your companions.

8 All your clothes smell of myrrh, aloes, and cassia.

Stringed instruments ≈playing from of ivory palaces have made you glad.

9 Kings’ daughters are among your honourable women.

≈The queen stands on your right, clothed in gold from Ofir.

10 Listen, daughter, ≈turn this way and take notice.

≈Forget your own people and your father’s house.

11 ≈Just like that, the king will desire your beauty.

→He’s your master—≈submit to him.

12 The ≈princess from Tsor (Tyre) will be there with a gift.

≈The rich people will beg for your favour.

13 The ≈princess in the palace is ≈just splendid—

≈her clothing is embroidered with gold thread.

14 She will be led to the king in an embroidered dress.

≈The virgins, her companions who’ll follow her, will be brought to ?≈him.

15 They’ll be led by gladness and celebration.

≈They’ll enter the king’s palace.

16 Your children will be in the ≈positions that your ancestors used to hold—

≈you’ll make them princes ≈across the whole country.

17 I’ll ensure that your name will be remembered by all generations,

≈therefore the peoples will give you thanks forever.

↑ 45  For_the_director on Shoshannim of_sons_of of_Qoraḩ a_poem a_song_of love(s).

2 \f + \fr 45:2 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

45.

1\f* heart_of_my it_is_aroused a_message good am_speaking I verses_of_my to_king tongue_of_my is_a_stylus a_scribe skilled.

3 \f + \fr 45:3 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

45.

2\f* you_are_handsome from_(the)_sons humankind grace it_has_been_poured in/on/at/with_lips_of_your on/upon/above/on_account_of//he/it_went_in yes/correct/thus/so blessed_you god to_forever.

4 \f + \fr 45:4 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

45.

3\f* gird sword_of_your on a_thigh Oh_mighty_one splendour_of_your and_majesty_of_your_all’s.

5 \f + \fr 45:5 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

45.

4\f* and_majesty_of_your prosper ride_forth on a_matter_of truth and_humility righteousness and_teach_you awesome_deeds right_hand_of_your.

6 \f + \fr 45:6 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

45.

5\f* arrows_of_your are_sharpened peoples under_you they_will_fall in/on/at/with_heart_of the_enemies_of the_king’s.

7 \f + \fr 45:7 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

45.

6\f* throne_of_your Oh_god is_forever and_ever is_a_scepter_of uprightness the_scepter_of kingdom_of_your.

8 \f + \fr 45:8 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

45.

7\f* you_have_loved righteousness and_hate wickedness on/upon/above/on_account_of//he/it_went_in yes/correct/thus/so anointed_you god god_of_your the_oil_of joy above_companions_of_your.

9 \f + \fr 45:9 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

45.

8\f* are_myrrh and_aloes cassia(s) all_of robes_of_your from palaces_of ivory stringed_instrument make_glad_you.

10 \f + \fr 45:10 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

45.

9\f* daughters_of kings in/on/at/with_honoured_of_your a_queen-consort she_stands at_right_hand_of_your in/on/at/with_gold_of ʼŌfīr.

11 \f + \fr 45:11 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

45.

10\f* listen Oh_daughter and_consider and_incline ear_of_your and_forget people_of_your and_house_of father’s_of_your.

12 \f + \fr 45:12 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

45.

11\f* and_desire the_king beauty_of_your if/because he master_of_your and_bow_down to_him/it.

13 \f + \fr 45:13 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

45.

12\f* and_daughter_of Tsor/(Tyre) in/on/at/with_gift favour_of_your they_will_entreat rich_ones_of a_people.

14 \f + \fr 45:14 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

45.

13\f* is_all_of glorious a_daughter_of a_king within with_interwoven_of gold clothing_of_her.

15 \f + \fr 45:15 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

45.

14\f* in_colourful_garments she_is_brought to/for_the_king virgins behind_her companions_of_her are_being_brought to/for_you(fs).

16 \f + \fr 45:16 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

45.

15\f* they_are_brought\f + \fr 45:16 \ft OSHB note: We read one or more accents in L differently than BHS.

Often this notation indicates a typographical error in BHS.

\f* in/on/at/with_joy and_gladness they_go in_(the)_palace the_king.

17 \f + \fr 45:17 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

45.

16\f* in_place_of fathers_of_your they_will_be sons_of_your make_them as_princes in_all the_earth/land.

18 \f + \fr 45:18 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

45.

17\f* I_will_cause_to_be_remembered name_of_your in_all generation and_generation on/upon/above/on_account_of//he/it_went_in yes/correct/thus/so peoples praise_you to_vanishing_point and_ever.

46:1 God’s right here

God’s Defense of His City and People; God Is with Us

For the musical director: a song by Korah’s descendants. To be sung by soprano[fn] voices.

For the director of music. Of the Sons of Korah. According to alamoth. A song.; For the leader: for the Korahites: according to alamoth: a song; To the leader. Of the Korahites. According to Alamoth. A Song.; For the choir director: A psalm of the descendants of Korah, to be sung by soprano voices. A song.

46 God is our ≈protection and our strength,

≈always ready to help when troubles come.

2 That’s why we won’t ≈be afraid, even if the earth were to change—

even if the mountains were shaken into the ocean ≈depths,

3 ≈making its waters roar and rage,

as the mountains shake against the surging @waters. (Instrumental break.)

4 There’s a river whose streams make God’s city happy—

the sacred place where the highest >one lives.

5 God is in the middle of @that city—she won’t be ≈affected.

God will help her, and he will do so at dawn.

6 The nations raged and the kingdoms were shaken.

He ≈spoke out and the earth melted.

7 Army commander Yahweh is with us.

Yakov’s God is our protection. (Instrumental break.)

8 Come and see ≈what Yahweh has done—

the destruction he’s caused on earth.

9 He ≈stops wars all over the world.

He breaks #bows and cuts #spears into pieces.

He incinerates the shields.

10 Stay quiet and ≈be aware that I am God.

I will be honoured among the nations.

I will be honoured ≈throughout the world.

11 Army commander Yahweh is with us.

Yakov’s God is our protection. (Instrumental break.)

↑ 46  For_the_director of_sons_of of_Qoraḩ on alamoth a_song.

2 \f + \fr 46:2 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

46.

1\f* god to/for_us is_a_refuge and_strength a_help in/on/at/with_trouble he_is_found exceedingly.

3 \f + \fr 46:3 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

46.

2\f* on/upon/above/on_account_of//he/it_went_in yes/correct/thus/so not we_will_fear in/on/at/with_change the_earth and_in/on/at/with_shake mountains in/on/at/with_heart_of the_seas.

4 \f + \fr 46:4 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

46.

3\f* they_will_roar they_will_foam waters_of_its they_will_shake mountains in/on/at/with_surging_of_its Şelāh.

5 \f + \fr 46:5 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

46.

4\f* a_river streams_of_whose they_make_glad the_city_of god the_holy_place_of the_dwellings_of the_Most_High.

6 \f + \fr 46:6 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

46.

5\f* god in/on/at/with_midst_of_her not it_will_be_shaken help_her god when_dawns the_morning.

7 \f + \fr 46:7 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

46.

6\f* nations they_were_in_a_tumult\f + \fr 46:7 \ft OSHB note: We read one or more accents in L differently than BHS.

Often this notation indicates a typographical error in BHS.

\f* kingdoms they_shook he_gave_forth in/on/at/with_voice_of_his the_earth it_melted.

8 \f + \fr 46:8 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

46.

7\f* YHWH hosts with_us is_a_refuge to/for_us the_god_of Yaˊₐqoⱱ/(Jacob) Şelāh.

9 \f + \fr 46:9 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

46.

8\f* come see the_works_of YHWH who he_has_appointed desolations on_the_earth.

10 \f + \fr 46:10 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

46.

9\f* he_is_making_cease wars to the_end_of the_earth/land bows he_breaks and_shatters spears carts he_burns in/on/at/with_fire.

11 \f + \fr 46:11 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

46.

10\f* be_quiet and_know if/because_that I am_god I_will_be_exalted in/on/at/with_nations I_will_be_exalted on_the_earth.

12 \f + \fr 46:12 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

46.

11\f* YHWH hosts with_us is_a_refuge to/for_us the_god_of Yaˊₐqoⱱ¦251203 Şelāh.

47:1 God the king of entire world

God’s Rule over the Nations; The Supreme Ruler

For the musical director: a song[fn] by Korah’s descendants.

For the director of music. Of the Sons of Korah. A psalm.; To the leader. Of the Korahites. A Psalm.; For the choir director: A psalm of the descendants of Korah.; For the leader: for the Korahites: a psalm

47 Clap your hands, all you peoples.

≈Shout to God with a cheerful voice.

2 For Yahweh the highest >one can be terrifying.

≈He is a great king over the ≈whole world.

3 He subdues peoples under us

≈and puts nations under our ≈control.

4 He chooses our inheritance for us—

→the land which Yakov (who he loved) was proud of. (Instrumental break.)

5 God has gone up with a shout,

≈Yahweh ≡ascended with a trumpet blast.

6 Sing praises to God, sing praises.

≈Sing praises to our king, sing praises,

7 because God is the king over the ≈whole world.

Sing praises with understanding.

8 God reigns over the nations.

≈God sits on his sacred throne.

9 The nations’ leaders have gathered together to the people of Abraham’s God,

because ≈God controls the nations’ defences.

He is greatly ≈honoured.

↑ 47  For_the_director of_sons_of of_Qoraḩ a_song.

2 \f + \fr 47:2 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

47.

1\f* Oh_all_of the_peoples strike a_palm shout_for_joy to_god in/on/at/with_voice_of a_shout_of_joy.

3 \f + \fr 47:3 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

47.

2\f* if/because YHWH the_Most_High is_to_be_feared a_king great over all_of the_earth/land.

4 \f + \fr 47:4 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

47.

3\f* he_subdues peoples under_us and_nations under feet_of_our.

5 \f + \fr 47:5 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

47.

4\f* he_chooses to/for_us DOM inheritance_of_our DOM the_pride_of Yaˊₐqoⱱ¦251256 whom he_loved Şelāh.

6 \f + \fr 47:6 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

47.

5\f* god he_has_gone_up in/on/at/with_shout YHWH in/on/at/with_sound_of a_ram’s_horn.

7 \f + \fr 47:7 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

47.

6\f* sing_praises_to god sing_praises sing_praises to_king_of_our sing_praises.

8 \f + \fr 47:8 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

47.

7\f* if/because is_the_king_of all_of the_earth/land god sing_praises a_poem.

9 \f + \fr 47:9 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

47.

8\f* god he_reigns over nations god he_sits on the_throne_of holy_of_his.

10 \f + \fr 47:10 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

47.

9\f* noble_people_of peoples they_have_gathered the_people_of the_god_of ʼAⱱrāhām if/because belong_to_god the_shields_of earth exceedingly he_is_exalted.

48:1 Yerushalem, God’s city

Zion, the City of God; The Glory and Strength of Zion

A song by Korah’s descendants.

A song. A psalm of the Sons of Korah.; A psalm of the descendants of Korah. A song.; A song: a psalm: for the Korahites; A Song. A Psalm of the Korahites.

48 Yahweh is ≈incredible and ≈deserves to be praised ≈a lot,

in our God’s city on his sacred hill.

2 Beautiful ≈on the high hills,

≈making the whole world happy,

is Mt. Tsiyyon, on the northern sides—

the great king’s city.

3 God has made himself known in her towers as ≈protector,

4 because, look, the kings assembled themselves.

They passed by together.

5 They saw it, then they were astounded.

They were dismayed, and they hurried away.

6 Trembling took hold of them there—

pain like woman who’s in labour.

7 You smash the ships from Tarshish

with the east wind.

8 We’ve now seen what we’d heard about in army commander Yahweh’s city—

in the city of our God.

God will establish it forever. (Instrumental break.)

9 We thought about your loyal commitment, God,

when we were in the middle of your temple.

10 Your praise reaches the ends of the earth

≈as does your ≈reputation, God.

→≈You rule with power and with justice.

11 Let Mt. Tsiyyon (Zion) be glad.

≈Let Yehudah’s daughters celebrate

→because of your righteous decrees.

12 Walk around Mt. Tsiyyon.

≈Go round about her.

→Count her towers,

13 ≈Take good notice of her walls,

≈and look at her palaces

→so that you can tell it to the next generation,

14 because this God is our God forever and ever.

≈He will be our guide all the way through to death.

↑ 48  A_song a_song of_sons_of of_Qoraḩ.

2 \f + \fr 48:2 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

48.

1\f* is_great YHWH and_praised exceedingly in/on/at/with_city_of god_of_our the_mountain_of holy_of_his.

3 \f + \fr 48:3 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

48.

2\f* it_is_beautiful_of height the_joy_of all_of the_earth/land the_mountain_of Tsiyyōn/(Zion) the_remotest_parts_of Zaphon is_the_town_of the_king great.

4 \f + \fr 48:4 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

48.

3\f* god in/on/at/with_citadels_of_her he_has_made_himself_known as_stronghold.

5 \f + \fr 48:5 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

48.

4\f* if/because there the_kings they_assembled they_passed_on together.

6 \f + \fr 48:6 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

48.

5\f* they they_saw thus they_were_astonished they_were_terrified they_hurried_away.

7 \f + \fr 48:7 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

48.

6\f* trembling seized_them there anguish as_the_woman_in_labour.

8 \f + \fr 48:8 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

48.

7\f* in/on/at/with_wind_of the_east you_shatter (the)_ships_of Tarshiysh.

9 \f + \fr 48:9 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

48.

8\f* just_as we_have_heard so we_have_seen in/on/at/with_city_of YHWH hosts in/on/at/with_city_of god_of_our god establish_her until perpetuity Şelāh.

10 \f + \fr 48:10 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

48.

9\f* we_have_reflected_on Oh_god steadfast_love_of_your in/on/at/with_midst_of temple_of_your.

11 \f + \fr 48:11 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

48.

10\f* as_name_of_your Oh_god so praise_of_your is_over the_ends_of the_earth righteousness right_hand_of_your it_is_full.

12 \f + \fr 48:12 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

48.

11\f* it_will_rejoice the_mountain_of Tsiyyōn the_daughters_of they_will_be_glad of_Yəhūdāh/(Judah) on_account_of judgements_of_your.

13 \f + \fr 48:13 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

48.

12\f* go_around Tsiyyōn/(Zion) and_go_around_it count towers_of_her.

14 \f + \fr 48:14 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

48.

13\f* set heart_of_you_all to_ramparts_of_her walk_through citadels_of_her so_that you_all_may_recount to_generation later.

15 \f + \fr 48:15 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

48.

14\f* if/because_that this is_god god_of_our forever and_ever he guide_us on dying.

49:1 Trusting in wealth is foolishness

The Foolishness of Trusting in Riches; The Folly of Trust in Riches

For the musical director: a song by Korah’s descendants.

49 Hear this, all you peoples.

≈Listen to this, all you inhabitants of the world,

2 ≈both low and high—

≈rich and poor together.

3 ≈I’ll talk about wisdom

≈and ≈my inner thoughts will be about understanding.

4 I’ll ≈listen to a proverb.

I’ll ≈introduce my riddle with a harp piece.

5 Why should I fear in evil ≈times?

≈≡Why should I be afraid when ≈I’m surrounded by wickedness?

6 Why should I fear those who trust in their riches

≈and boast about their extensive wealth?

7 It is certain that no one can redeem his brother

≈or ≈pay God a ransom for him,

8 because ≈it’s very expensive to buy back someone’s life,

≈and no one can pay what we owe.

9 No one can live forever

≈so that they wouldn’t ≈experience the grave,

10 because he will see decay—even wise #people die.

≈The fool and the brute alike ≈come to an end

→and leave their wealth to others.

11 Their inner thought is that their families will continue forever,

and the places where they live, ≈for all future generations.

They ≈name their lands after ≈themselves,

12 yet people don’t remain alive despite their wealth.

≈#People die just like the animals.

13 That’s the way of foolish people,

yet after ≈they’re gone, #people approve of their sayings. (Instrumental break.)

14 Like sheep, they’re ≈destined for slaughter,

≈and death will be their shepherd.

The upright will rule over them in the morning,

and their ≈bodies will ≈rot in the grave,

≈far from their fancy homes.

15 But God will ≈buy back my life from the power of ≈the grave,

because he’ll receive me. (Instrumental break.)

16 Don’t be afraid when someone gets rich,

≈and if ≈their family becomes very prominent,

17 →because when they die, they’ll take nothing with them.

≈≈Their splendour can’t follow them down.

18 They ≈looked after themselves well while they lived

(and people do praise you when you live for yourself),

19 but they’ll go to ≈join their ancestors

and won’t ever see the light again.

20 Anyone who has prestige but no understanding

is like the ≈wild animals that will die.

↑ 49  For_the_director of_sons_of of_Qoraḩ a_song.

2 \f + \fr 49:2 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

49.

1\f* hear this Oh_all_of the_peoples give_ear Oh_all_of the_inhabitants_of the_world.

3 \f + \fr 49:3 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

49.

2\f* both the_children_of humankind as_well_as the_children_of man alike the_rich and_poor.

4 \f + \fr 49:4 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

49.

3\f* mouth_of_my it_will_speak wisdom(s) and_meditation_of heart_of_my will_be_understanding(s).

5 \f + \fr 49:5 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

49.

4\f* I_will_incline to_proverb ear_of_my I_will_open in/on/at/with_harp riddle_of_my.

6 \f + \fr 49:6 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

49.

5\f* to/for_what will_I_fear in/on/at/with_times_of trouble the_iniquity_of foes_of_my surrounds_me.

7 \f + \fr 49:7 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

49.

6\f* the_trust on wealth_of_their and_in/on/at/with_abundance_of riches_of_their they_boast.

8 \f + \fr 49:8 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

49.

7\f* a_brother not certainly_(ransom) anyone he_will_ransom not he_will_give to_god ransom_of_his.

9 \f + \fr 49:9 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

49.

8\f* and_ the_ransom_of _costly life_of_their and_stop to_forever.

10 \f + \fr 49:10 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

49.

9\f* and_live_on still to_forever not he_will_see the_pit.

11 \f + \fr 49:11 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

49.

10\f* if/because anyone_will_see wise_people they_die alike a_fool and_senseless they_perish and_leave to_others wealth_of_their.

12 \f + \fr 49:12 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

49.

11\f* within_of_their houses_of_their to_forever dwelling_places_of_their to_generation and_generation they_called in/on/at/with_names_of_their_own on lands.

13 \f + \fr 49:13 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

49.

12\f* and_human/ʼĀdām in/on/at/with_pomp not he_remains he_is_like like_the_beasts which_they_are_destroyed.

14 \f + \fr 49:14 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

49.

13\f* this way_of_those stupidity in_themselves and_after_them in/on/at/with_sayings_of_their they_take_delight Şelāh.

15 \f + \fr 49:15 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

49.

14\f* like_the_sheep for_shəʼōl they_have_been_appointed death shepherd_them and_rule in/on/at/with_them upright_people in_the_morning and_form_of_their\f + \fr 49:15 \ft OSHB variant note: ו/ציר/ם: (x-qere) ’וְ֭/צוּרָ/ם’: lemma_c/6697 n_1.

0 morph_HC/Ncmsc/Sp3mp id_19T67 וְ֭/צוּרָ/ם\f* to_waste_away of_Shəʼōl from_lofty_abode to_him/it.

16 \f + \fr 49:16 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

49.

15\f* surely god he_will_redeem soul_of_my from_power_of Shəʼōl if/because receive_me Şelāh.

17 \f + \fr 49:17 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

49.

16\f* do_not fear if/because anyone he_will_become_rich if/because the_honour_of it_will_increase house_of_his.

18 \f + \fr 49:18 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

49.

17\f* if/because not in/on/at/with_dies_of_he he_will_take the_any not it_will_go_down after_him wealth_of_his.

19 \f + \fr 49:19 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

49.

18\f* if/because soul_of_his in/on/at/with_lifetime_of_he he_blessed and_praise_you if/because you_will_do_well to/for_you(fs).

20 \f + \fr 49:20 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

49.

19\f* it_will_go to the_generation_of fathers_of_his until perpetuity not they_will_see light.

21 \f + \fr 49:21 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

49.

20\f* humankind in/on/at/with_pomp and_not he_understands he_is_like like_the_beasts which_they_are_destroyed.

50:1 The true/correct worshipping

True Worship; The Acceptable Sacrifice

A song by Asaf.

A Psalm of Asaph.; A psalm: for Asaph; A psalm of Asaph.

50 Yahweh, God, has spoken

and summoned the world from the sun’s rising to its setting.

2 God has shone out of Tsiyyon (Zion)—

the perfection of beauty.

3 Our God comes and doesn’t stay silent.

A fire devours ahead of him,

and it’s very stormy around him.

4 He calls to the heavens above and to the earth

→so that he can judge his people.

5 “≈Bring my faithful ones together to me—

those who’ve made an agreement with me by sacrificing.”

6 The heavens will declare his righteousness,

because God himself is judge. (Instrumental break.)

7 “My people, listen and I’ll speak.

I’ll ≈bring accusations against you, Yisrael.

I’m God, your God.

8 I won’t scold you for your sacrifices.

You’re ≈continually sacrificing burnt-offerings to me.

9 I won’t accept any bull ≈off your property,

≈or any billy goats out of your pens,

10 because every animal in the forest is mine,

≈and the cattle on a thousand hills.

11 I know all the birds in the hills,

≈and the wild animals in the countryside are mine.

12 I ≈wouldn’t bother telling you if I was hungry

because the world is mine ≈including everything in it.

13 Do I eat the meat from bulls that have been sacrificed,

≈or drink the blood from the goats?

14 Present a thank-offering to God

≈and honour your promises to the highest >one.

15 Call out to me ≈whenever you get into trouble.

I’ll rescue you, and you’ll honour me.”

16 But God tells the wicked >people,

“What do you have to do with reciting my instructions,

that you’ve taken ≈telling others about my agreement,

17 since you hate correction

≈and just toss my ≈warnings back over your shoulders?

18 When you see a thief, you ≈think it’s fine,

≈and you participate with those who commit adultery.

19 You ≈allow evil to come out of your mouth,

≈and ≈you use your words to deceive others.

20 You sit and speak against your brother.

≈You slander your own mother’s son.

21 You’ve done these things, but I’ve stayed silent,

so you thought that I was someone just like yourself.

However, I’ll scold you

≈and bring up all the things you have done, right in front of your eyes.

22 Give this careful consideration, all of you who forget God,

otherwise I will tear you to pieces,

and there’ll be no one to rescue you.

23 Anyone who offers a sacrifice of thanksgiving honours me,

and anyone who ≈decides to follow God will experience his salvation.”

↑ 50  A_song of_ʼĀşāf\f + \fr 50:1 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

50.

1\f* god_of god YHWH he_has_spoken and_he/it_called the_earth from_rising_of the_sun to setting_of_its.

2 From_Tsiyyōn/(Zion) perfection_of beauty god he_has_shone_forth.

3 god_of_our He_comes and_not let_him_be_silent fire before_face/front_him it_consumes and_around_of_him it_is_tempestuous exceedingly.

4 He_summons (to) the_heavens at_above and_near/to the_earth/land that_judge people_of_his.

5 Gather to_me faithful_of_my those_who_made_of covenant_of_me with sacrifice.

6 And_ the_heavens _declare righteousness_of_his if/because god is_judge he Şelāh.

7 Hear people_of_my and_speak Oh_Yisrā^ʼēl/(Israel) and_testify on/over_you(fs) am_god god_of_your I.

8 Not on sacrifices_of_your rebuke_you and_burnt_offerings_of_your at_before_me continually.

9 Not I_will_accept from_house_of_your a_young_bull from_folds_of_your goats.

10 If/because to_me every_of animal_of the_forest the_animals in/on/at/with_hills_of a_thousand.

11 I_know every_of bird_of the_mountains and_creatures_of the_field with_me.

12 If I_will_be_hungry not I_will_tell to/for_you(fs) if/because to_me the_world and_all_that_is_in_of_it.

13 Eat the_flesh_of mighty_bulls and_blood_of goats do_I_drink.

14 Sacrifice to_god a_thank-offering and_pay to_most_high vows_of_your.

15 And_call_on_me in/on_day trouble deliver_you and_honour_me.

16 And_to_the_wicked god he_says what have_you to_recite regulations_of_my and_take covenant_of_my on lips_of_your.

17 And_you(ms) you_hate discipline and_throw messages_of_my behind_you.

18 If you_saw a_thief and_pleased with_him/it and_with adulterers company_of_you.

19 Mouth_of_your you_let_untie/release in/on/at/with_evil and_tongue_of_your it_frames deceit.

20 You_sit in/on/at/with_brother_of_your you_speak in/on/at/with_son_of mother’s_of_your_own you_give a_fault.

21 These_things you_have_done and_silent you_imagined exactly_(be) I_am like_you rebuke_you and_lay_the_charge before_eyes_of_your.

22 Consider please this Oh_you_all_who_forget_of (of)_god lest I_should_tear_to_pieces and_none a_deliverer.

23 one_who_sacrifices a_thank-offering honours_me and_orders a_way show_him in/on/at/with_salvation_of god.

51:1 A prayer for forgiveness

Prayer for Cleansing and Pardon; A Prayer for Forgiveness

For the musical director: a song by David from when the prophet Natan had gone to him after David had committed adultery with Bat-Sheva.

For the leader: a psalm: for David (when Nathan the prophet came to him after he had taken Bathsheba); For the choir director: A psalm of David, regarding the time Nathan the prophet came to him after David had committed adultery with Bathsheba.; For the director of music. A psalm of David. When the prophet Nathan came to him after David had committed adultery with Bathsheba.; To the leader. A Psalm of David, when the prophet Nathan came to him, after he had gone in to Bathsheba.

51 Have mercy on me, God, because of your loyal commitment.

≈Blot out my disobedience, ≈because you’re so merciful.

2 Wash me thoroughly from my iniquity

≈and make me clean from my sin

3 because I’m ≈aware of my transgressions,

≈and my sin is always ≈on my mind.

4 It’s you and only you that I’ve sinned against,

≈and done what’s evil in your sight.

You are right when you speak.

≈You are correct when you judge.

5 ≈Yes, I was born in iniquity.

≈As soon as my mother conceived me, I was in sin.

6 You desire ≈integrity in my inner self,

≈and you teach me wisdom in the secret place within.

7 Purify me with blood (applied to the doorway with a sprig of hyssop), and I’ll be clean.

≈Wash me, and I will be whiter than snow.

8 Let me hear joy and gladness

→so that the bones that you’ve broken can be happy again.

9 ≈Look away from my sins

≈and blot out all my iniquities.

10 Create a clean heart in me, God,

≈and renew an unwavering spirit within me.

11 Don’t drive me away from your presence,

≈and don’t take your holy spirit away from me.

12 Restore to me the joy of your salvation,

≈and sustain me with a willing spirit.

13 Then I’ll teach other transgressors your ways,

≈and sinners will be converted to you.

14 God of my salvation, forgive me for shedding blood,

→and I’ll ≈happily shout about how good and righteous you are.

15 Open my lips, my master,

≈and my mouth will express praise to you

16 because ≈a sacrifice wouldn’t make you happy or I would give it.

≈You get no pleasure from burnt offerings.

17 The sacrifices ≈that God wants are a broken spirit—

≈a humbled and repentant heart won’t be despised by you, God.

18 Express your pleasure at Tsiyyon (Zion) by doing good to us.

Rebuild Yerushalem’s walls.

19 Then you’ll delight in the sacrifices of righteousness,

in burnt offerings and completely burnt offerings.

Then @our people will offer bulls on your altar.

↑ 51  For_the_director a_song of_Dāvid.

2 In/on/at/with_came to_him/it Nātān the_prophet after_when he_had_gone into Bath- sheba.

3 \f + \fr 51:3 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

51.

1\f* have_mercy_on_me Oh_god according_to_steadfast_love_of_your according_to_abundant_of compassion_of_your wipe_out transgressions_of_my.

4 \f + \fr 51:4 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

51.

2\f* increase\f + \fr 51:4 \ft OSHB variant note: הרבה: (x-qere) ’הֶ֭רֶב’: lemma_7235 a n_1.

0 morph_HVhv2ms id_19M4p הֶ֭רֶב\f* wash_me from_iniquity_of_my and_from_sin_of_my cleanse_me.

5 \f + \fr 51:5 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

51.

3\f* if/because transgressions_of_my I I_know and_sin_of_my before_me continually.

6 \f + \fr 51:6 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

51.

4\f* to/for_yourself(m) by_yourself_of_you I_have_sinned and_the_evil in/on/at/with_sight_of_your I_have_done so_that you_may_be_just in/on/at/with_speak_you you_will_be_pure in/on/at/with_judge_you.

7 \f + \fr 51:7 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

51.

5\f* here in/on/at/with_iniquity I_was_brought_forth and_in/on/at/with_sin conceived_me mother_of_my.

8 \f + \fr 51:8 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

51.

6\f* here faithfulness you_desire in/on/at/with_inward_being and_in/on/at/with_secret wisdom teach_me.

9 \f + \fr 51:9 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

51.

7\f* purify_me in/on/at/with_hyssop and_clean wash_me and_than_snow I_will_become_white.

10 \f + \fr 51:10 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

51.

8\f* hear_me joy and_gladness the_bones let_them_rejoice which_you_have_crushed.

11 \f + \fr 51:11 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

51.

9\f* hide face_of_your from_sins_of_my and_all iniquities_of_my wipe_out.

12 \f + \fr 51:12 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

51.

10\f* a_heart pure create to_me Oh_god and_spirit steadfast renew in/on/at/with_inside_of_me.

13 \f + \fr 51:13 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

51.

11\f* do_not throw_away_me from_in_presence_of_your and_spirit holy_of_your do_not take from_me.

14 \f + \fr 51:14 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

51.

12\f* restore to/for_me the_joy_of salvation_of_your and_spirit willing sustain_me.

15 \f + \fr 51:15 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

51.

13\f* I_will_teach transgressors ways_of_your and_sinners to_you they_will_return.

16 \f + \fr 51:16 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

51.

14\f* deliver_me from_guilt_of_bloodshed Oh_god the_god_of salvation_of_my tongue_of_my it_will_shout_for_joy righteousness_of_your.

17 \f + \fr 51:17 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

51.

15\f* my_master lips_of_my you_will_open and_mouth_of_my it_will_declare praise_of_your.

18 \f + \fr 51:18 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

51.

16\f* if/because not you_desire sacrifice and_give burnt_offering not you_are_pleased_with.

19 \f + \fr 51:19 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

51.

17\f* the_sacrifices_of god are_a_spirit_of broken a_heart broken and_contrite Oh_god not you_despise.

20 \f + \fr 51:20 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

51.

18\f* do_good in/on/at/with_good_pleasure_of_your DOM Tsiyyōn/(Zion) you_will_build the_walls_of Yərūshālam/(Jerusalem).

21 \f + \fr 51:21 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

51.

19\f* then you_will_delight_in sacrifices_of righteousness burnt_offering and_whole_burnt_offerings then people_will_offer_up on altar_of_your young_bulls.

52:1 God’s judgement and mercy

Judgment on the Deceitful; God’s Judgment and Grace

For the musical director: a song[fn] by David written when Doeg the Edomite reported to King Shaul that, “David went there to Ahimilik.”

For the choir director: A psalm of David, regarding the time Doeg the Edomite told Saul that Ahimelech had given refuge to David.; For the director of music. A maskil of David. When Doeg the Edomite had gone to Saul and told him: “David has gone to the house of Ahimelech.”; To the leader. A Maskil of David, when Doeg the Edomite came to Saul and said to him, “David has come to the house of Ahimelech.”; For the leader: a maskil: for David (when Doeg the Edomite came and told Saul that David had gone to Abimelech’s house)

52 Why are you proud of making trouble, you powerful man?

God’s loyal commitment comes every day.

2 Your tongue plans destruction—

working deceitfully like a sharp razor.

3 You love evil more than good

≈and lying rather than speaking ≈the truth. (Instrumental break.)

4 You love ≈saying anything that destroys other people, you deceitful tongue,

5 ≈so God will also destroy you forever.

He’ll snatch you up and pluck you out of your tent

≈and root you out of the land of the living. (Instrumental break.)

6 ≈Godly people will also see it and fear.

They’ll laugh at him and say,

7 “Look, that’s a man who didn’t rely on God for his protection,

≈but instead trusted in the abundance of his wealth,

and he was strong when he destroyed others.”

8 But as for me, I’m like a flourishing olive tree in God’s house.

I’ll trust in God’s loyal commitment forever.

9 I’ll continually thank you for what you’ve done.

I’ll ≈rely on your reputation, because it’s good,

in the presence of your faithful >followers.

↑ 52  For_the_director a_poem of_Dāvid.

2 In/on/at/with_came Doʼēg the_ʼEdōmite and_told to_Shāʼūl/(Saul) and_he/it_said to_him/it he_has_gone Dāvid to the_house_of ʼAḩīmelek.

3 \f + \fr 52:3 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

52.

1\f* why do_you_boast in/on/at/with_evil the_mighty the_covenant_loyalty_of god is_all_of the_day.

4 \f + \fr 52:4 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

52.

2\f* destruction(s) it_plots tongue_of_your like_razor sharpened Oh_you_who_do_of (of)_deceit.

5 \f + \fr 52:5 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

52.

3\f* you_love evil more_than_good falsehood more_than_speaking righteousness Şelāh.

6 \f + \fr 52:6 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

52.

4\f* you_love all_of messages_of swallowing a_tongue_of deceit.

7 \f + \fr 52:7 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

52.

5\f* also god break_down_you to_everlasting snatch_you and_tear_you from_tent and_uproot_you\f + \fr 52:7 \ft OSHB note: We read one or more accents in L differently than BHS.

Often this notation indicates a typographical error in BHS.

\f* from_land_of living_people Şelāh.

8 \f + \fr 52:8 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

52.

6\f* and_see righteous_people and_fear and_at_him they_will_laugh.

9 \f + \fr 52:9 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

52.

7\f* there the_man who_not he_made god refuge_of_his and_trusted in/on/at/with_abundance_of riches_of_his he_sought_safety in/on/at/with_destructive_behavior_of_his.

10 \f + \fr 52:10 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

52.

8\f* and_I like_olive_tree luxuriant in_house_of god I_trust in/on/at/with_steadfast_love_of god forever and_ever.

11 \f + \fr 52:11 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

52.

9\f* praise_you to_forever if/because you_have_acted and_wait name_of_your if/because it_is_good before faithful_of_your.

53:1 Fools and human wickedness

Denunciation of Godlessness; Human Wickedness

For the musical director: a song[fn] by David to be sung to the tune of ‘Mahalat’.[fn]

To the leader: according to Mahalath. A Maskil of David.; For the director of music. According to mahalath. A maskil of David.; For the choir director: A meditation of David.; For the leader: set to ‘Mahalath’: a maskil: for David

(Psalm 14)

53 Fools tell themselves that there is no God.

They are corrupt and have done disgusting acts of evil.

There’s no one who does good.[ref]

2 God looks down from heaven on the children of humanity

to see if there are any with insight—

≈who ≈strive to obey him.

3 They’ve all turned away.

≈Together they have become corrupt.

≈There’s not one who does good, not even one.

4 Do those who ≈do evil have no understanding—

those who devour my people as if they were eating bread,

and ≈it’s not God that they trust in to help them?

5 They were ≈very worried even though it was quite irrational

because God will scatter the bones of ≈any army that comes to attack you.

@Those people will be put to shame because God has rejected them.

6 If only Yisrael’s rescue would come from Tsiyyon.

When God brings his people back from the captivity,

then Yakov will celebrate

≈and Yisrael will be glad.

↑ 53  For_the_director on machalath a_poem of_Dāvid.

2 \f + \fr 53:2 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

53.

1\f* he_says a_fool in/on/at/with_heart_of_his there_is_not a_god they_behave_corruptly and_done_abominable unrighteousness there_is_not one_who_does_of (of)_good.

3 \f + \fr 53:3 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

53.

2\f* god from_heaven he_looks_down on the_children_of humankind to_see if_there_is one_who_has_insight one_who_seeks DOM god.

4 \f + \fr 53:4 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

53.

3\f* all_of_them he_backslides all_together they_are_corrupt there_is_not one_who_does_of (of)_good there_is_not also one.

5 \f + \fr 53:5 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

53.

4\f* no do_they_know those_who_do_of (of)_wickedness those_who_devour_of people_of_my they_eat bread god not they_call_on.

6 \f + \fr 53:6 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

53.

5\f* there they_fear a_fear not fear it_is if/because god he_has_scattered the_bones_of encamps_of_you you_have_put_them_to_shame if/because god rejected_them.

7 \f + \fr 53:7 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

53.

6\f* who will_he_give from_Tsiyyōn/(Zion) the_salvation(s)_of Yisrā^ʼēl/(Israel) in/on/at/with_restores god the_captivity_of people_of_his let_it_be_glad Yaˊₐqoⱱ/(Jacob) let_it_rejoice Yisrā^ʼēl/(Israel).

54:1 God is my helper

Prayer for Vindication; A Prayer for Protection from Enemies

For the musical director: a song[fn] by David written when some people from Zif went to King Shaul and told him that David was hiding in their area.[ref] ≈To be accompanied by stringed instruments.

To the leader: with stringed instruments. A Maskil of David, when the Ziphites went and told Saul, “David is in hiding among us.”; For the leader: with stringed instruments: a maskil: for David (when the Ziphites came and said to Saul, ‘David is in hiding among us.’); For the choir director: A meditation of David, regarding the time the Ziphites came and said to Saul, “We know where David is hiding.” To be accompanied by stringed instruments.; For the director of music. With stringed instruments. A maskil of David. When the Ziphites had gone to Saul and said, “Is not David hiding among us?”

54 ≈Use the strength that’s part of your reputation to rescue me, God,

≈and ≈use your power to declare me innocent.

2 Hear my prayer, God.

≈≈Listen to what I’m saying

3 because strangers have ≈acted against me,

≈and pitiless men have ≈tried to eliminate me.

They ≈don’t have any respect for God. (Instrumental break.)

4 ≈But yes, God is my helper.

≈My master is the one who supports me.

5 He will repay my enemies with evil.

≈In your faithfulness, destroy them.

6 I’ll sacrifice a freewill offering to you.

I’ll give thanks ≈for your reputation, Yahweh, because it’s good,

7 because he’s rescued me from every trouble.

≈I’ve seen my enemies being defeated.

↑ 54  For_the_director in/on/at/with_stringed_instruments a_poem of_Dāvid.

2 In/on/at/with_went the_Ziphites and_they_said to_Shāʼūl/(Saul) not is_Dāvid hiding_himself among_us.

3 \f + \fr 54:3 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

54.

1\f* Oh_god in/on/at/with_name_of_your save_me and_in/on/at/with_might_of_your vindicate_me.

4 \f + \fr 54:4 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

54.

2\f* Oh_god hear prayer_of_my give_ear to_messages_of mouth_of_my.

5 \f + \fr 54:5 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

54.

3\f* if/because strangers they_have_risen_up against_me and_ruthless they_have_sought life_of_my not they_have_set god at_before_them Şelāh.

6 \f + \fr 54:6 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

54.

4\f* here god is_a_helper to_me my_master in/on/at/with_sustainer_of life_of_my.

7 \f + \fr 54:7 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

54.

5\f* may_he_bring_back\f + \fr 54:7 \ft OSHB variant note: ישוב: (x-qere) ’יָשִׁ֣יב’: lemma_7725 morph_HVhi3ms id_19imY יָשִׁ֣יב\f* the_evil to_enemies_of_my in/on/at/with_faithfulness_of_your destroy_them.

8 \f + \fr 54:8 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

54.

6\f* in/on/at/with_freewill_offering I_will_sacrifice to_you I_will_give_thanks_to name_of_your Oh_YHWH if/because it_is_good.

9 \f + \fr 54:9 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

54.

7\f* if/because from_all trouble delivered_me and_in/on/at/with_enemies_of_my eye_of_my it_has_looked.

55:1 A prayer for a person betrayed by a friend

Complaint about a Friend’s Treachery; The Prayer of Someone Betrayed by a Friend

For the musical director: a song[fn] by David ≈to be accompanied by stringed instruments.

For the leader: on stringed instruments: a maskil: for David; For the choir director: A psalm of David, to be accompanied by stringed instruments.; To the leader: with stringed instruments. A Maskil of David.; For the director of music. With stringed instruments. A maskil of David.

55 ≈Listen to my prayer, God,

and don’t ≈ignore my request.

2 Pay attention to me and answer me.

I’m restless and overwhelmed by my problems

3 because of ≈what my enemy is saying.

Yes, because of the oppression by wicked >people—

because they bring trouble on me and angrily persecute me.

4 My ≈stomach has gone into a knot,

≈and thoughts of death ≈terrify me.

5 Fearfulness and trembling have ≈hit me,

≈and horror has overwhelmed me.

6 I said, “Oh, if only I had wings like a dove

→then I’d fly away and ≈find a peaceful place.

7 See, then I would wander far away.

≈I would stay in the wilderness. (Instrumental break.)

8 I would hurry to a safe spot,

≈away from the stormy wind and tempest.”

9 Confuse them, my master, ≈so their words don’t make sense,

because I’ve seen violence and strife in the city.

10 Day and night they ≈wander around @the city walls.

Wickedness and trouble are in the middle of it.

11 Destruction is ≈right there among it,

≈and oppression and deceit never leave its marketplace,

12 because it wasn’t an enemy who taunted me. (Then I could have borne it.)

≈It wasn’t my opponent who set himself up against me. (Then I would have hidden myself from him.)

13 But it was you—a man ≈of similar status to myself.

≈My companion and close friend.

14 We’d had ≈good times together.

We’d walked among the crowd in God’s residence.

15 Let death ≈hit them suddenly.

Let them go down alive to Sheol,

because wickedness is where they live, right among them.

16 As for me, I’ll ≈trust God to help me,

≈and Yahweh will save me.

17 I complain and moan morning, noon, and evening.

→He will hear my voice.

18 He’ll peacefully ≈rescue my life from those who approach me,

because there’s many who fight ≈against me.

19 God, the one who’s ≈ruled from eternity, will hear them and answer them with what they deserve. (Instrumental break.)

They never change, and they don’t ≈respect God.

20 @My friend ≈took action against those who were at peace with him.

≈He hasn’t respected the agreement that #we had.

21 His mouth was as smooth as butter, ≈but his heart was hostile.

His words were softer than oil, ≈but they were actually drawn swords.

22 ≈Give your problems to Yahweh, and he’ll sustain you.

He’ll never allow a righteous person to ≈be toppled.

23 ≈But you, God, will send the wicked down into the pit of destruction.

Bloodthirsty and deceitful people won’t live even half as long as others,

≈but I will trust in you.

↑ 55  For_the_director in/on/at/with_stringed_instruments a_poem of_Dāvid.

2 \f + \fr 55:2 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

55.

1\f* give_ear Oh_god prayer_of_my and_not hide_yourself from_plea_of_my.

3 \f + \fr 55:3 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

55.

2\f* attend to/for_me and_answer_me I_am_restless in/on/at/with_complaint_of_my and_distraught.

4 \f + \fr 55:4 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

55.

3\f* because_of_voice_of an_enemy from_face/in_front_of the_pressure_of the_wicked if/because they_drop upon_me wickedness and_in/on/at/with_anger bear_a_grudge_against_me.

5 \f + \fr 55:5 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

55.

4\f* heart_of_my it_trembles in/on/at/with_within_of_me and_terrors_of death they_have_fallen upon_me.

6 \f + \fr 55:6 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

55.

5\f* fear and_trembling it_comes in/on/at/with_me and_overwhelmed_me shuddering.

7 \f + \fr 55:7 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

55.

6\f* and_said who will_he_give to/for_me wings like_a_dove I_want_to_fly_away and_at_rest.

8 \f + \fr 55:8 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

55.

7\f* here I_want_to_be_far_away to_flee I_want_to_lodge in/on/at/with_wilderness Şelāh.

9 \f + \fr 55:9 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

55.

8\f* I_want_to_make_haste a_place_of_escape to_me from_wind rushing from_storm.

10 \f + \fr 55:10 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

55.

9\f* confuse my_master divide speech_of_their if/because I_have_seen violence and_strife in/on/at/with_city.

11 \f + \fr 55:11 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

55.

10\f* by_day and_night go_around_it on walls_of_its and_iniquity and_trouble in/on/at/with_midst_of_it.

12 \f + \fr 55:12 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

55.

11\f* destruction(s) in/on/at/with_midst_of_it and_not it_departs from_marketplace_of_its oppression and_deceit.

13 \f + \fr 55:13 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

55.

12\f* if/because not an_enemy taunts_me and_bear not foe_of_me against_me he_magnified_himself and_hide from_him.

14 \f + \fr 55:14 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

55.

13\f* and_you(ms) a_man like_equal_of_my companion_of_my and_familiar_friend_of_my.

15 \f + \fr 55:15 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

55.

14\f* who together we_made_sweet counsel in_house_of god we_walked_about in/on/at/with_throng.

16 \f + \fr 55:16 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

55.

15\f* may_it_deceive\f + \fr 55:16 \ft OSHB variant note: ישימות: (x-qere) ’יַשִּׁ֤י’: lemma_5377 morph_HVhj3ms id_19LQP יַשִּׁ֤י ’מָ֨וֶת’: lemma_4194 n_1.

0 morph_HNcmsa id_19aiP מָ֨וֶת׀ ׀\f* upon_them may_they_go_down Shəʼōl alive if/because evil_deeds in/on/at/with_homes_of_their in/on/at/with_heart_of_their.

17 \f + \fr 55:17 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

55.

16\f* I to god I_will_call_out and_LORD save_me.

18 \f + \fr 55:18 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

55.

17\f* evening and_morning and_noon I_will_complain and_moan and_he/it_listened my_sound/voice.

19 \f + \fr 55:19 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

55.

18\f* he_will_ransom in/on/at/with_peace soul_of_my from_battle to_me if/because in/on/at/with_many they_are with_me.

20 \f + \fr 55:20 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

55.

19\f* he_will_hear god and_answer_them and_enthroned antiquity Şelāh whom there_are_not changes they_they and_not they_fear god.

21 \f + \fr 55:21 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

55.

20\f* he_stretched_out hands_of_his in/on/at/with_friends_of_his he_violated covenant_of_his.

22 \f + \fr 55:22 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

55.

21\f* they_were_smooth the_creamy_things_of speech_of_his and_war his/its_heart messages_of_his they_were_soft than_oil and_they were_drawn_swords.

23 \f + \fr 55:23 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

55.

22\f* throw on YHWH burden_of_your and_he sustain_you not he_will_permit to_forever shaking of_the_righteous.

24 \f + \fr 55:24 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

55.

23\f* and_you(ms) Oh_god bring_down_them to_pit_of the_pit people_of blood(s) and_deceit not they_will_divide_in_half days_of_their and_I I_will_trust on/over_you(fs).

56:1 The praying due trusting of God

A Prayer of Trust in God; Trust in God under Persecution

For the musical director: a song[fn] by David, written when the Philistines captured him at Gat.[ref] To be sung to the tune of “A dove on distant oak trees”.

For the choir director: A psalm of David, regarding the time the Philistines seized him in Gath. To be sung to the tune “Dove on Distant Oaks.”; To the leader: according to The Dove on Far-off Terebinths. Of David. A Miktam, when the Philistines seized him in Gath.; For the leader: set to ‘The Dove of the Distant Oaks’: for David: a miktam (when the Philistines seized him in Gath); For the director of music. To the tune of “A Dove on Distant Oaks.” Of David. Amiktam. When the Philistines had seized him in Gath.

56 Be merciful to me, God, because men are attacking me.

Those who fight me press their assault all day long.

2 My enemies trample me all day long,

because there are many who proudly fight against me.

3 ≈Any time I’m afraid, I’ll put my trust in you—4 in God, whose message I praise.

≈I’ve put my trust in God—I won’t be afraid of what ≈people can do to me?

5 All day long they twist my words.

≈They’re always thinking about how to harm me.

6 They conspire then lie hidden—watching my steps

as they just wait for the opportunity to take my life.

7 Don’t let them escape ≈when they’ve done evil things.

In your anger, God, bring down those people groups.

8 You ≈keep track of my wanderings

and put my tears into your bottle.

Aren’t they recorded in your book?

9 Then my enemies will ≈pull back when call out to you for help.

I know that because God is for me.

10 In God—whose message I praise,

in Yahweh—whose message I praise,

11 in God I trust.

I’m not scared—what can anyone do to me?

12 The duty to fulfill my promises to you is on me, God.

I’ll give thank-offerings to you

13 because you’ve rescued my life from death.

≈You’ve kept ≈me from falling into danger,

so that I can walk in front of God in the light of the living.

↑ 56  For_the_director on yonath-_of elem- rechokim of_Dāvid a_miktam in/on/at/with_seized DOM_him/it the_Fəlishtiy in/on/at/with_Gat.

2 \f + \fr 56:2 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

56.

1\f* gracious_me Oh_god if/because trampled_me man all_of the_day one_who_fights oppresses_me.

3 \f + \fr 56:3 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

56.

2\f* enemies_of_my they_have_trampled_on_me all_of the_day if/because many_people are_fighting to_me height.

4 \f + \fr 56:4 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

56.

3\f* a_day when_I_will_fear I in_you I_will_trust.

5 \f + \fr 56:5 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

56.

4\f* in/on/at/with_god who_I_praise message_of_whose in/on/at/with_god I_have_trusted not I_am_afraid what flesh will_it_do to_me.

6 \f + \fr 56:6 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

56.

5\f* all_of the_day messages_of_my they_twist against_me all_of thoughts_of_their for_THE_evil.

7 \f + \fr 56:7 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

56.

6\f* they_stir_up_trouble they_lie_hidden\f + \fr 56:7 \ft OSHB variant note: יצפינו: (x-qere) ’יִצְפּ֗וֹנוּ’: lemma_6845 n_1.

1 morph_HVqi3mp id_19Djm יִצְפּ֗וֹנוּ\f* they steps_of_my they_watch_for just_as they_have_waited_for life_of_my.

8 \f + \fr 56:8 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

56.

7\f* on wickedness deliver they_them in/on/at/with_anger peoples bring_down Oh_god.

9 \f + \fr 56:9 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

56.

8\f* wanderings_of_my you_have_taken_account_of you put tears_of_my in/on/at/with_bottle_of_your not in/on/at/with_book_of_your.

10 \f + \fr 56:10 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

56.

9\f* then they_will_turn_back enemies_of_my backwards in/on_day when_I_will_call_out this I_know if/because_that god to_me.

11 \f + \fr 56:11 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

56.

10\f* in/on/at/with_god who_I_praise a_message in/on/at/with_LORD who_I_praise a_message.

12 \f + \fr 56:12 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

56.

11\f* in/on/at/with_god I_have_trusted not I_am_afraid what anyone will_he_do to_me.

13 \f + \fr 56:13 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

56.

12\f* upon_I Oh_god vows_of_you I_will_pay thank-offerings to/for_you(fs).

14 \f + \fr 56:14 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

56.

13\f* if/because you_have_delivered soul_of_my from_death not feet_of_my from_stumbling so_that_walk to_(the)_face_of/in_front_of/before god in/on/at/with_light_of the_life.

57:1 A prayer for protection from predators

Praise and Assurance under Persecution; A Prayer for Help

For the musical director: a song[fn] by David written when he was fleeing from Shaul and hid in a cave. To be sung to the tune of ‘Don’t destroy’.

For the choir director: A psalm of David, regarding the time he fled from Saul and went into the cave. To be sung to the tune “Do Not Destroy!”; For the director of music. To the tune of “Do Not Destroy.” Of David. Amiktam. When he had fled from Saul into the cave.; For the leader: set to ‘Destroy not’: for David: a miktam (when he was a fugitive from Saul in the cave); To the leader: Do Not Destroy. Of David. A Miktam, when he fled from Saul, in the cave.

57 Be merciful to me, God, be merciful to me,

because I ≈come to you to be safe until these troubles are over.

≈I stay under your wings for protection until this destruction is over.

2 I will cry to the highest God—

to God, who ≈ensures that I get justice.

3 He will send help from heaven and rescue me,

He’s angry with those who crush me. (Instrumental break.)

God will ≈let me experience his loyal commitment and his faithfulness.

4 My life is among lions.

≈I’m ≈among those who are ready to devour me.

I’m among people whose teeth are spears and arrows,

≈and whose tongues are sharp swords.

5 May you be lifted up, God, above the skies.

≈May your ≈splendour be seen by the whole world.

6 They spread out a net to catch my feet—I was distressed.

≈They dug a pit in front of me. They themselves have fallen into it. (Instrumental break.)

7 My heart is fixed, God, ≈I’ve made my decision.

I will sing, yes, I’ll sing praises.

8 Wake up, my honoured heart. Wake up, harp and other stringed instrument.

I’ll wake up the dawn.

9 My master, I’ll give thanks to you among the peoples.

≈I’ll sing praises to you among the nations.

10 because your loyal commitment is great—reaching to the heavens,

≈and your faithfulness to the clouds.

11 May you be lifted up, God, above the skies.

≈May your ≈splendour be seen by the whole world.

↑ 57  For_the_director al- tashcheth of_Dāvid a_miktam in/on/at/with_fled_he from_face/in_front_of Shāʼūl/(Saul) in/on/at/with_cave.

2 \f + \fr 57:2 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

57.

1\f* gracious_me Oh_god gracious_me if/because in_you(ms) soul_of_my it_takes_refuge and_in/on/at/with_shadow_of wings_of_your I_take_refuge until it_will_pass_by destruction(s).

3 \f + \fr 57:3 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

57.

2\f* I_call_out to_god Most_High to_THE_god who_avenges for_me.

4 \f + \fr 57:4 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

57.

3\f* he_will_send from_heaven and_save_me he_will_reproach tramples_of_me Şelāh god he_will_send steadfast_love_of_his and_faithfulness_of_his.

5 \f + \fr 57:5 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

57.

4\f* soul_of_my in_the_middle lions I_lie_with those_who_devour the_children_of humankind teeth_of_whose are_a_spear and_arrows and_tongues_of_whose is_a_sword sharp.

6 \f + \fr 57:6 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

57.

5\f* exalted above the_heavens Oh_god be_over all_of the_earth/land glory_of_your.

7 \f + \fr 57:7 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

57.

6\f* a_net they_prepared for_steps_of_my soul_of_my it_bowed_down they_dug to/for_my_face/front a_pit they_have_fallen in/on/at/with_midst_of_it Şelāh.

8 \f + \fr 57:8 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

57.

7\f* is_steadfast heart_of_my Oh_god is_steadfast heart_of_my I_will_sing and_sing_praises.

9 \f + \fr 57:9 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

57.

8\f* awake soul_of_my awake the_harp and_lyre I_will_waken the_dawn.

10 \f + \fr 57:10 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

57.

9\f* give_thanks_you in/on/at/with_peoples my_master sing_praises_you not nations.

11 \f + \fr 57:11 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

57.

10\f* if/because is_great to the_heavens steadfast_love_of_your and_unto the_clouds faithfulness_of_your.

12 \f + \fr 57:12 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

57.

11\f* exalted above the_heavens Oh_god be_over all_of the_earth/land glory_of_your.

58:1 Punishment for the wicked

A Prayer for God to Punish the Wicked; Prayer for Vengeance

For the musical director: a song[fn] by David. To be sung to the tune of ‘Don’t destroy’.

For the director of music. To the tune of “Do Not Destroy.” Of David. Amiktam.; For the choir director: A psalm of David, to be sung to the tune “Do Not Destroy!”; To the leader: Do Not Destroy. Of David. A Miktam.; For the leader: set to ‘Destroy not’: for David: a miktam

58 ≈When you rulers speak, do you actually say what is right?

≈Do you ≈give justice, you people?

2 No, you plan ≈wicked schemes in your mind.

≈You use your hands to distribute violence throughout the land.

3 From the womb, the wicked turn from what’s right.

≈They go astray from birth, speaking lies.

4 Their poison is like snake venom.

≈They’re like a deaf cobra that blocks its own ears

5 then pays no attention to the snake-charmer’s voice

no matter how skillful they are.

6 Break their teeth in their mouths, God.

≈Yahweh, break off the fangs of the young lions.

7 Let them ≈melt away like water.

When #they shoot their arrows, let them be as though they ≈were cut in half.

8 Let them be like a snail that ≈quietly disappears.

≈Like a woman’s still-born child that never sees the sunlight.

9 Before your pots can feel the heat of the burning thorn twigs,

he’ll sweep the branches away.

10 The ≈godly people will celebrate when #they see God’s vengeance.

≈#They’ll wash #their feet in the blood of the wicked

11 so that people will say, “There’s definitely a reward for the righteous >person.

Truly there is a God who judges the ≈world.”

↑ 58  For_the_director al- tashcheth of_Dāvid a_miktam.

2 \f + \fr 58:2 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

58.

1\f* indeed silence righteousness speak uprightness(es) do_you_all_judge the_children_of humankind.

3 \f + \fr 58:3 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

58.

2\f* also in/on/at/with_heart injustice(s) devise on_the_earth the_violence_of hands_of_your_all’s weigh_out.

4 \f + \fr 58:4 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

58.

3\f* they_turn_aside wicked_people from_womb they_go_astray from_birth those_who_speak_of (of)_falsehood.

5 \f + \fr 58:5 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

58.

4\f* venom_of their_they like_likeness_of the_venom_of a_snake like a_cobra deaf which_it_shuts ear_of_its.

6 \f + \fr 58:6 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

58.

5\f* which not it_listens to_sound/voice charmers one_who_throws_of spells skillful.

7 \f + \fr 58:7 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

58.

6\f* Oh_god break_away teeth_of_their in/on/at/with_mouths_of_their the_teeth_of young_lions break_off Oh_YHWH.

8 \f + \fr 58:8 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

58.

7\f* may_they_flow like waters which_they_go_about of_themselves may_he_bend arrows_of_his\f + \fr 58:8 \ft OSHB variant note: חצ/ו: (x-qere) ’חִ֝צָּ֗י/ו’: lemma_2671 n_0.

0 morph_HNcmpc/Sp3ms id_19oxz חִ֝צָּ֗י/ו\f* like let_them_be_cut_off.

9 \f + \fr 58:9 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

58.

8\f* like a_snail_of which_melting_away it_goes a_miscarriage_of a_woman_of (of)_which_not they_have_seen the_sun.

10 \f + \fr 58:10 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

58.

9\f* in/on/at/with_before they_will_perceive pots_of_your_all’s a_thorn_bush like alive like burning sweep_away_them.

11 \f + \fr 58:11 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

58.

10\f* he_will_rejoice the_righteous if/because he_has_seen vengeance feet_of_his he_will_bathe in/on/at/with_blood_of the_wicked.

12 \f + \fr 58:12 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

58.

11\f* and_ anyone _say surely fruit for_the_righteous surely there_is a_god who_judges on_the_earth.

59:1 A prayer for safety

Prayer for Deliverance from Enemies; A Prayer for Safety

For the musical director: a song[fn] by David written when King Shaul (Saul) had sent men to watch David’s house in order to kill him. To be sung to the tune of ‘Don’t destroy’.

For the director of music. To the tune of “Do Not Destroy.” Of David. Amiktam. When Saul had sent men to watch David’s house in order to kill him.; To the leader: Do Not Destroy. Of David. A Miktam, when Saul ordered his house to be watched in order to kill him.; For the leader: set to ‘Destroy not’: for David: a miktam (when Saul sent men to keep watch on David’s house to kill him); For the choir director: A psalm of David, regarding the time Saul sent soldiers to watch David’s house in order to kill him. To be sung to the tune “Do Not Destroy!”

59 Rescue me from my enemies, my God.

≈Protect me from those who ≈want to attack me.

2 Keep me safe from ≈those who do evil,

≈and save me from the bloodthirsty men.

3 For, see, they wait in ambush to take my life.

Fierce men gather themselves together against me,

but not because of my ≈disobedience or my sin, Yahweh.

4 They prepare to rush me even though I’ve ≈done nothing wrong.

Wake up and look, and help me.

5 You, army commander Yahweh, the God of Yisrael,

≈Take action and punish all the nations.

Don’t be merciful to any ≈wicked people who’ve been treacherous. (Instrumental break.)

6 They return in the evening, growling like dogs

and prowl around the city.

7 Wow, they belch out with their mouths.

≈≈They use their lips like daggers

because they say, “Who can hear us?”

8 But Yahweh, you laugh at them—

≈you mock all the pagan nations.

9 God, my strength, I’ll pay attention to you.

You are my high fortress.

10 My God will meet me with his loyal commitment.

God will allow me to see my enemies defeated.

11 Don’t just kill them, or my people will forget.

≈Use your power to scatter them and make them fall, my master, our shield.

12 ≈Despite their pride, let them be caught

for the sins of their mouths and the words of their lips,

and for the curses and lies that they express.

13 Eliminate them in your anger

≈Consume them so that they’ll no longer exist.

Let them know that God rules in Yakov (Jacob),

→and to the ends of the earth. (Instrumental break.)

14 At evening they return,

howling like dogs prowling around the city.

15 They wander around looking for food

and they growl if they’re not satisfied.

16 ≈But I’ll sing about your strength,

≈and in the morning I’ll sing about your loyal commitment.

because you’ve been my high fortress

≈and a ≈place of safety at the time of my distress.

17 To you, my strength, I’ll sing praises

because God is my high fortress—the God who demonstrates loyal commitment.

↑ 59  For_the_director al- tashcheth of_Dāvid a_miktam in/on/at/with_sent Shāʼūl/(Saul) and_watched DOM the_house in_order_to_kill_him.

2 \f + \fr 59:2 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

59.

1\f* deliver_me from_enemies_of_my god_of_my from_rise_up_of_me protect_me.

3 \f + \fr 59:3 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

59.

2\f* deliver_me from_work_of (of)_wickedness and_from_men_of blood(s) save_me.

4 \f + \fr 59:4 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

59.

3\f* if/because here they_lie_in_wait for_life_of_my they_stir_up_trouble against_me fierce_people not transgression_of_my and_not sin_of_mine Oh_YHWH.

5 \f + \fr 59:5 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

59.

4\f* not iniquity run and_ready awake to_help_me and_see.

6 \f + \fr 59:6 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

59.

5\f* and_you(ms) Oh_YHWH god hosts the_god_of Yisrā^ʼēl/(Israel) rouse to_punish all_of the_nations do_not show_favour_to all_of those_who_act_treacherously_of wickedness Şelāh.

7 \f + \fr 59:7 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

59.

6\f* they_return at_the_evening they_growl like_a_dogs and_prowling_about the_city.

8 \f + \fr 59:8 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

59.

7\f* here spew in/on/at/with_mouths_of_their swords in/on/at/with_lips_of_their if/because who is_hearing.

9 \f + \fr 59:9 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

59.

8\f* and_you(ms) Oh_YHWH you_laugh at_them you_mock to/from_all/each/any/every the_nations.

10 \f + \fr 59:10 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

59.

9\f* strength_of_his for_you I_will_watch if/because god stronghold_of_my.

11 \f + \fr 59:11 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

59.

10\f* the_god_of steadfast_love_of_my\f + \fr 59:11 \ft OSHB variant note: חסד/ו: (x-qere) ’חַסְדִּ֣/י’: lemma_2617 a morph_HNcmsc/Sp1cs id_19CmJ חַסְדִּ֣/י\f* meet_me god look_me in/on/at/with_enemies_of_my.

12 \f + \fr 59:12 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

59.

11\f* do_not kill_them lest people_of_my they_should_forget totter_them in/on/at/with_power_of_your and_bring_down_them shield_of_our my_master.

13 \f + \fr 59:13 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

59.

12\f* the_sin_of mouths_of_their the_message_of lips_of_their and_caught in/on/at/with_pride_of_their and_for_curses and_for_lies which_they_speak.

14 \f + \fr 59:14 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

59.

13\f* make_an_end in/on/at/with_severe_anger make_an_end and_no_more_they and_know if/because_that god is_ruling in/on/at/with_Yaˊₐqoⱱ/(Jacob) to_ends_of the_earth/land Şelāh.

15 \f + \fr 59:15 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

59.

14\f* and_return at_the_evening they_growl like_a_dogs and_prowling_about the_city.

16 \f + \fr 59:16 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

59.

15\f* they wander_about\f + \fr 59:16 \ft OSHB variant note: ינועו/ן: (x-qere) ’יְנִיע֣וּ/ן’: lemma_5128 morph_HVhi3mp/Sn id_199Hn יְנִיע֣וּ/ן\f* for_food if not they_are_satisfied and_growl.

17 \f + \fr 59:17 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

59.

16\f* and_I I_will_sing strength_of_your and_sing_aloud in_the_morning steadfast_love_of_your if/because you_have_been a_refuge to_me and_refuge in/on_day when_it_is_distress to_me.

18 \f + \fr 59:18 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

59.

17\f* strength_of_my to_you I_will_sing_praises if/because god stronghold_of_my the_god_of steadfast_love_of_my.

60:1 A prayer for military help

Prayer for National Victory after Defeat; A Prayer for Deliverance

For the musical director: a song[fn] by David for teaching written when he fought with Aram-Naharayim and with Aram-Tsovah, and Yoav returned and killed twelve thousand Edomites in the Salt Valley. To be sung to the tune of ‘The Lily of Testimony’.

For the director of music. To the tune of “The Lily of the Covenant.” Amiktam of David. For teaching. When he fought Aram Naharaim and Aram Zobah, and when Joab returned and struck down twelve thousand Edomites in the Valley of Salt.; For the choir director: A psalm of David useful for teaching, regarding the time David fought Aram-naharaim and Aram-zobah, and Joab returned and killed twelve thousand Edomites in the Valley of Salt. To be sung to the tune “Lily of the Testimony.”; To the leader: according to the Lily of the Covenant. A Miktam of David—for instruction—when he struggled with Aram-naharaim and with Aram-zobah, and when Joab on his return killed twelve thousand Edomites in the Valley of Salt.; For the leader: set to ‘The Lily of Testimony’: a miktam: for David: for instruction (when he fought against Aram-naharaim and Aram-zobah, and Joab returned and struck twelve thousand Edomites in the valley of Salt)

60 God, you’ve cast us off—you’ve broken through our defenses.

≈You’ve been angry—restore us again.

2 You’ve made the land tremble—you’ve torn it apart.

→Heal its fissures, because it’s shaking.

3 You’ve made your people see difficult things.

≈You’ve given us wine to drink ≈that makes us stagger.

4 You’ve set up a banner for those who honour you,

to be displayed against those who flee from the ≈battle. (Instrumental break.)

5 ≈Use your strength to rescue those you love

and answer us

6 God has spoken from his sacred >place, “I’ll celebrate.

I’ll divide Shekem

≈and apportion out the Sukkot Valley.

7 Gilead is mine,

≈and Menashsheh (Manasseh) is mine.

Efrayim/Yisrael also is my helmet.

≈Yehudah (Judah) is my scepter.

8 Moab is my wash-basin.

I’ll toss my shoe on Edom to indicate my ownership of it.

I’ll shout triumphantly because of Philistia.”

9 Who will bring me into the fortified city?

≈Who will lead me to Edom?

10 But ≈it seems that you’ve rejected us, God?

You don’t ≈join our army ≈when they go into battle.

11 Give us help against &our enemy,

because human help is worthless.

12 We’ll win with God’s help.

≈He’ll trample our enemies down.

↑ 60  For_the_director on shushan-_of eduth a_miktam of_Dāvid for_teaching.

2 In/on/at/with_fought_he with ʼArām Nahₐrayim and_DOM ʼArām Tsōⱱāh/(Zobah) and_returned Yōʼāⱱ/(Joab) and_struck DOM ʼEdōm in/on/at/with_Valley_of Salt two_plus ten thousand.

3 \f + \fr 60:3 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

60.

1\f* Oh_god rejected_us broken_us you_have_been_angry you_will_restore to/for_us.

4 \f + \fr 60:4 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

60.

2\f* you_have_made_quake the_land split_open_it heal fissures_of_its if/because it_is_shaking.

5 \f + \fr 60:5 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

60.

3\f* you_have_made_see people_of_your a_hard_thing given_to_drink_us wine staggering.

6 \f + \fr 60:6 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

60.

4\f* you_have_set_up for_fear_of_you a_standard that_flee from_face/in_front_of the_bow Şelāh.

7 \f + \fr 60:7 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

60.

5\f* so_that rescued love_of_you save right_hand_of_your and_answer_us\f + \fr 60:7 \ft OSHB variant note: ו/ענ/נו: (x-qere) ’וַ/עֲנֵֽ/נִי’: lemma_c/6032 n_0 morph_HC/Vqv2ms/Sp1cs id_19LQV וַ/עֲנֵֽ/נִי\f*.

8 \f + \fr 60:8 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

60.

6\f* god he_has_spoken in/on/at/with_sanctuary_of_his I_will_exult I_will_divide_up Shəkem and_valley_of Şukkōt I_will_measure_off.

9 \f + \fr 60:9 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

60.

7\f* to_me Gilˊād and_to_me Mənashsheh and_ʼEfrayim is_the_protection_of my_head Yəhūdāh/(Judah) scepter_of_my.

10 \f + \fr 60:10 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

60.

8\f* Mōʼāⱱ¦253501 is_the_pot_of washing_of_my over ʼEdōm I_throw sandal_of_my over_me Oh_Fəleshet shout.

11 \f + \fr 60:11 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

60.

9\f* who bring_me a_city_of fortification who lead_me to ʼEdōm.

12 \f + \fr 60:12 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

60.

10\f* not you Oh_god rejected_us and_not you_go_out Oh_god in/on/at/with_armies_of_our.

13 \f + \fr 60:13 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

60.

11\f* come_now to/for_ourselves help_of against_foe and_worthless the_deliverance_of humankind.

\f + \fr 60:13 \ft OSHB note: BHS has been faithful to the Leningrad Codex where there might be a question of the validity of the form and we keep the same form as BHS.

\f* 14 \f + \fr 60:14 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

60.

12\f* in/on/at/with_god we_will_do strength and_he he_will_tread_down foes_of_our.

61:1 A prayer for protection

A Prayer for Protection; Assurance of God’s Protection

For the musical director: a song by David ≈to be accompanied by stringed instruments.

For the choir director: A psalm of David, to be accompanied by stringed instruments.; To the leader: with stringed instruments. Of David.; For the director of music. With stringed instruments. Of David.; For the leader: on stringed instruments: for David

61 Hear my call for help, God.

≈Answer my prayer.

2 I call to you from the ends of the earth when ≈I feel faint.

→Lead me to the rock of stability that’s high ≈above me

3 because you’ve been a ≈place of protection for me—

≈a tower that’s fortified from the enemy.

4 Let me live in your tent forever.

≈Let me ≈find protection under the shelter of your wings. (Instrumental break.)

5 because you, God, have heard my promises.

You’ve given me the inheritance that’s given to those who honour you.

6 You’ll ≈prolong the king’s life—

≈his years will be like generation upon generation.

7 May he sit enthroned ≈in God’s presence forever.

≈May loyal commitment and faithfulness preserve him.

8 I’ll sing praise to you forever

so that I can fulfil my promises ≈every day.

↑ 61  For_the_director on a_stringed_instrument_of Dāvid.

2 \f + \fr 61:2 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

61.

1\f* hear Oh_god cry_of_my listen prayer_of_my.

3 \f + \fr 61:3 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

61.

2\f* from_end_of the_earth/land to_you I_call in/on/at/with_faint heart_of_my in/on/at/with_rock which_it_is_high than_I lead_me.

4 \f + \fr 61:4 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

61.

3\f* if/because you_have_been a_refuge to_me a_tower_of strength from_face/in_front_of the_enemy.

5 \f + \fr 61:5 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

61.

4\f* let_me_sojourn in/on/at/with_tent_of_your forever let_me_take_refuge in/on/at/with_shelter_of wings_of_your Şelāh.

6 \f + \fr 61:6 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

61.

5\f* if/because you Oh_god you_have_listened to_vows_of_my you_have_given the_possession_of those_fearing_of name_of_your.

7 \f + \fr 61:7 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

61.

6\f* days to the_days_of the_king you_will_add years_of_his be_like a_generation and_generation.

8 \f + \fr 61:8 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

61.

7\f* may_he_sit forever to_(the)_face_of/in_front_of/before god covenant_loyalty and_faithfulness appoint preserve_him.

9 \f + \fr 61:9 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

61.

8\f* thus I_will_sing_praises_to name_of_your for_ever that_fulfill_I vows_of_my day day.

62:1 Trusting in God

Confidence in God’s Protection; Song of Trust in God Alone

For the musical director: a song by David Hidutun.

For the director of music. For Jeduthun. A psalm of David.; For the leader: according to Jeduthun: a psalm: for David; To the leader: according to Jeduthun. A Psalm of David.; For Jeduthun, the choir director: A psalm of David.

62 I wait in silence for God alone.

≈He’s the only one who can rescue me.

2 He alone is my rock and ≈the one who rescues me.

He’s my fortified tower—≈no enemy will get me out of there.

3 How long, all of you, will you attack a man?

All of you will be murdered INVESTIGATE

like a leaning wall or a wobbling fence.

4 They plan to bring him down from his high position.

They love to tell lies—

they bless him with their mouths, but in their ≈minds they curse him. (Instrumental break.)

5 I wait in silence for God alone

because ≈I’ve placed my hope in him.

6 He alone is my rock and ≈the one who rescues me.

He’s my fortified tower—≈no enemy will get me out of there.

7 ≈It’s God who saves and honours me.

≈≈I find my safe place in God and he’s the source of my strength.

8 Trust him at all times, you people.

≈Tell him all your troubles.

God is a ≈place where we can be protected. (Instrumental break.)

9 Humans are nothing but a puff of wind.

≈They don’t weigh much on the scales.

→Even when weighed together, they’re lighter than air.

10 Don’t rely on extortion or robbery.

≈Don’t hope uselessly in your wealth,

→because it’ll bear no fruit—don’t fix your heart on them.

11 God has spoken once.

≈Twice I’ve heard this:

→≈all power comes from God.

12 Also, loyal commitment ≈comes from you, my master,

because you pay back every person for what they’ve done.

↑ 62  For_the_director on Yədūtūn/(Jeduthun) a_song of_Dāvid.

2 \f + \fr 62:2 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

62.

1\f* only to god is_silence soul_of_my from_him/it salvation_of_my.

3 \f + \fr 62:3 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

62.

2\f* only he rock_of_my and_salvation_of_my stronghold_of_my not I_will_be_shaken much.

4 \f + \fr 62:4 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

62.

3\f* until when will_you_all_attack on\f + \fr 62:4 \ft OSHB note: BHS has been faithful to the Leningrad Codex where there might be a question of the validity of the form and we keep the same form as BHS.

\f* a_person all_of_you_all you_all_will_be_murdered like_wall a_wall bent_down the_tottering.

5 \f + \fr 62:5 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

62.

4\f* surely from_high_position_of_his they_have_planned to_thrust_down they_are_pleased_with falsehood in/on/at/with_mouths_of_their they_bless and_in/on/at/with_hearts_of_their they_curse Şelāh.

6 \f + \fr 62:6 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

62.

5\f* only for_god be_silent soul_of_my if/because from_him/it hope_of_my.

7 \f + \fr 62:7 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

62.

6\f* only he rock_of_my and_salvation_of_my stronghold_of_my not I_will_be_shaken.

8 \f + \fr 62:8 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

62.

7\f* is_on god salvation_of_my and_glory_of_my the_rock_of mighty_of_my refuge_of_my in/on/at/with_god.

9 \f + \fr 62:9 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

62.

8\f* trust in_him/it in/on/at/with_all_of time Oh_people pour_out to_face/front_him heart_of_your_all’s god is_a_refuge to/for_ourselves Şelāh.

10 \f + \fr 62:10 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

62.

9\f* only are_a_breath the_children_of humankind are_falsehood the_children_of everyone in/on/at/with_balances to_go_up they than_breath together.

11 \f + \fr 62:11 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

62.

10\f* do_not trust in/on/at/with_extortion and_in/on/at/with_robbery do_not put_vain_hope wealth if/because it_will_bear_fruit do_not set heart.

12 \f + \fr 62:12 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

62.

11\f* one_time god he_has_spoken two_times this I_have_heard if/because_that strength belongs_to_god.

13 \f + \fr 62:13 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

62.

12\f* and_to_you my_master covenant_loyalty if/because you you_repay to_each according_to_work_of_his.

63:1 Staying close to God

Comfort and Assurance in God’s Presence; Longing for God

A song by David when he was in the Yehudah wilderness.

A psalm: for David (when he was in the wilderness of Judah); A psalm of David. When he was in the Desert of Judah.; A psalm of David, regarding a time when David was in the wilderness of Judah.; A Psalm of David, when he was in the Wilderness of Judah.

63 God, you’re my God. I’m ≈eager to get to know you.

My ≈inner being thirsts for you, and my body ≈needs you

in a dry and ≈depressing land where there’s no water,

2 so I’ve been to the sanctuary to see you—

to see your power and your splendour

3 because your loyal commitment is better than life itself.

My lips will praise you.

4 So I will ≈use my life to bless you.

≈I will lift up my hands ≈to honour you.

5 ≈My mind will be satisfied as if ≈it’s had a good meal.

My mouth will gladly praise you

6 on my bed as I ≈think about you.

≈I will meditate about you during the night

7 because you have helped me.

≈Under your protection, I sing with happiness

8 ≈I stay close to you—

≈you use your power to support me.

9 Those who are trying to destroy ≈me

will ≈end up down deep under the earth instead.

10 They’ll ≈experience the wrong end of the sword—

they’ll ≈become food for jackals.

11 ≈But the king will ≈express his happiness about God.

Everyone who trusts in ?@God will boast,

but ≈he won’t allow liars to say anything.

↑ 63  A_song of_Dāvid in/on/at/with_was_he in/on/at/with_wilderness_of Yəhūdāh/(Judah).

2 \f + \fr 63:2 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

63.

1\f* Oh_god god_of_my you earnestly_seek_you it_is_thirsty to/for_yourself(m) soul_of_my it_longs to/for_yourself(m) flesh_of_my in_land_of dryness and_weary not water.

3 \f + \fr 63:3 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

63.

2\f* thus in/on/at/with_sanctuary seen_you to_see power_of_your and_glory_of_your.

4 \f + \fr 63:4 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

63.

3\f* if/because is_good steadfast_love_of_your than_life lips_of_my praise_you.

5 \f + \fr 63:5 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

63.

4\f* thus bless_you in/on/at/with_live_of_I in/on/at/with_name_of_your I_will_lift_up hands_of_my.

6 \f + \fr 63:6 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

63.

5\f* like fat and_richest soul_of_my it_will_be_satisfied and_lips_of cries_of_joy it_will_praise_you mouth_of_my.

7 \f + \fr 63:7 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

63.

6\f* if remember_you on bed_of_my in/on/at/with_night_watches I_meditate on/over_you(fs).

8 \f + \fr 63:8 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

63.

7\f* if/because you_are help_of to/for_me and_in/on/at/with_shadow_of wings_of_your I_shout_for_joy.

9 \f + \fr 63:9 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

63.

8\f* soul_of_my it_clings to_you in/on/at/with_me right_hand_of_your it_supports.

10 \f + \fr 63:10 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

63.

9\f* and_those to_destroy they_are_seeking life_of_my they_will_go in/on/at/with_depths_of the_earth/land.

11 \f + \fr 63:11 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

63.

10\f* given_over_him over the_hands_of the_sword the_portion_of foxes they_will_be.

12 \f + \fr 63:12 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

63.

11\f* and_the_king he_will_rejoice in/on/at/with_god every_of he_will_boast the_swear in/on/over_him/it if/because the_mouth_of it_will_be_shut_up of_those_who_speak_of (of)_falsehood.

64:1 Trusting God for protection

Prayer for Protection from Enemies; A Prayer for Protection

For the musical director: a song by David.

To the leader. A Psalm of David.; For the leader: a psalm: for David; For the choir director: A psalm of David.; For the director of music. A psalm of David.

64 Hear my voice of complaint, God.

Save my from my enemies that I fear.

2 Protect me from the secret plots of wicked people—

≈from the scheming of those who do evil.

3 They have sharpened their tongues like swords.

≈They have targeted their bitter words like aiming arrows

4 to shoot at innocent people from their ambush—

≈they shoot suddenly and don’t fear any consequences.

5 They encourage ≈each other with their wicked plans.

They talk about secretly laying their traps,

≈asking who will ≈notice them.

6 They plot crimes, conceiving the ‘perfect plan’.

Humankind’s inner thoughts and ≈desires run deep.

7 But God will shoot them—

suddenly they’ll be wounded by arrows.

8 Their own tongues will bring them to ruin.

Everyone who sees them will just shake their heads.

9 All of humankind will fear God

and talk about what he’s done.

Yes, they’ll ponder ≈what happened.

10 ≈Those who do what is right will be glad about Yahweh

and take shelter in him.

Every ≈godly person will praise him.

↑ 64  For_the_director a_song of_Dāvid.

2 \f + \fr 64:2 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

64.

1\f* hear Oh_god my_sound/voice in/on/at/with_complaint_of_my from_dread_of an_enemy you_will_preserve life_of_my.

3 \f + \fr 64:3 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

64.

2\f* hide_me from_secret_plots_of evil-doers from_scheming_of those_who_do_of (of)_wickedness.

4 \f + \fr 64:4 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

64.

3\f* who they_sharpen like_a_swords tongues_of_their they_bend arrows_of_their a_message bitter.

5 \f + \fr 64:5 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

64.

4\f* to_shoot in/on/at/with_ambush the_blameless suddenly shoot_him and_not they_are_afraid.

6 \f + \fr 64:6 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

64.

5\f* they_strengthen themselves a_matter evil they_speak of_laying_secretly snares they_say who will_he_see to_them.

7 \f + \fr 64:7 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

64.

6\f* they_plot injustice(s) we_have_finished a_plot plotted and_inner_of a_person and_heart is_deep.

8 \f + \fr 64:8 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

64.

7\f* and_shoot_them god an_arrow suddenly they_will_be wounded_of_them.

9 \f + \fr 64:9 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

64.

8\f* and_bring_toruin_them against_them tongue_of_their_own every_of they_will_shudder one_who_looks in/on/at/with_them.

10 \f + \fr 64:10 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

64.

9\f* and_ all_of _fear humankind and_tell the_deeds_of god and_what_hasdone_of_he they_will_consider.

11 \f + \fr 64:11 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

64.

10\f* let_him_rejoice the_righteous in/on/at/with_LORD and_take_refuge in_him/it and_ all_of _glory people_upright_of heart.

65:1 Praising and thanking God

Thanksgiving for Earth’s Bounty; Praise and Thanksgiving

For the musical director: a song by David.

For the director of music. A psalm of David. A song.; To the leader. A Psalm of David. A Song.; For the choir director: A psalm of David. A song.; For the leader: a psalm: for David: a song

65 Our praise is ready for you, God in Tsiyyon (Zion).

We’ve fulfilled our vows.

2 You hear #prayers.

≈Everyone goes to you.

3 Our sinful deeds ≈hold us back.

but you forgive our disobedience.

4 Anyone you choose to bring near to you is honoured,

≈then they can live in your courtyards.

We’ll be satisfied with the goodness of your house—

≈your holy temple.

5 God of our salvation, answer us

by awesome acts of justice—

yes, you who are hope of all ≈this entire region

≈as well as ≡the hope of those who are far across the sea.

6 You created the mountains with your power.

You ≈have plenty of strength.

7 You calm the roaring oceans—

the roaring of their waves

and the turmoil of the nations.

8 Those who live ≈all around the world

are amazing by the evidence of your activities.

You make them happy from the east to the west.

9 You look after the world and water it.

You greatly enrich it.

God’s river is full of water.

You’ve prepared the earth to produce grain.

10 You generously water its ploughed furrows—

your rain flattens down the ridges between them.

You make @the soil soft with rain showers

then you bless what grows there.

11 You crown the ≈yearly harvest with your bounty,

and your farm-wagons overflow with ≈plenty.

12 The pastures in the wilderness drip with dew,

and the hills are cloaked with gladness.

13 The pastures are ≈blanketed with ≈sheep and goats.

≈The valleys also are covered over with grain;

They shout with gladness and sing.

↑ 65  For_the_director a_song of_Dāvid a_song.

2 \f + \fr 65:2 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

65.

1\f* to/for_yourself(m) silence is_praise Oh_god in/on/at/with_Tsiyyōn/(Zion) and_to_you it_will_be_paid a_vow.

3 \f + \fr 65:3 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

65.

2\f* Oh_you_who_hear_of prayer to_you all_of flesh they_will_come.

4 \f + \fr 65:4 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

65.

3\f* things_of iniquities they_are_too_strong against_me transgressions_of_our you forgive_them.

5 \f + \fr 65:5 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

65.

4\f* how_blessed is_the_one_whom_you_choose and_bring_near he_dwells courts_of_your may_we_be_satisfied in/on/at/with_goodness_of house_of_your the_holy_place_of temple_of_your.

6 \f + \fr 65:6 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

65.

5\f* awesome_deeds in/on/at/with_righteousness answer_us Oh_god_of salvation_of_our the_object_of_confidence of_all_of the_ends_of the_earth and_seas distant.

7 \f + \fr 65:7 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

65.

6\f* who_established mountains in/on/at/with_strength_of_his who_is_girded in/on/at/with_might.

8 \f + \fr 65:8 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

65.

7\f* who_calms the_uproar_of the_seas the_uproar_of waves_of_their and_tumult_of the_peoples.

9 \f + \fr 65:9 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

65.

8\f* and_in_awe the_ends the_inhabitants_of by_signs_of_your the_going(s)_out_of morning and_evening you_make_shout_for_joy.

10 \f + \fr 65:10 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

65.

9\f* you_visit the_earth/land and_water_it much_of enrich_it the_stream_of god is_full water you_prepare grain_of_their if/because thus prepare_it.

11 \f + \fr 65:11 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

65.

10\f* furrows_of_its you_water_abundantly you_press_down ridges_of_its in/on/at/with_showers soften_it growth_of_its you_bless.

12 \f + \fr 65:12 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

65.

11\f* you_crown the_year_of bounty_of_your and_carts_of_your overflow_drip_with fatness.

13 \f + \fr 65:13 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

65.

12\f* the_pastures_of they_drip the_wilderness and_joy the_hills they_gird_on.

14 \f + \fr 65:14 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

65.

13\f* the_pastures they_are_clothed the_flocks and_valleys they_cover_themselves grain they_shout_for_joy also they_sing.

66:1 Praising and thanking God

A Song of Praise and Thanksgiving; Praise for God’s Goodness to Israel

For the musical director: a song.

For the director of music. A song. A psalm.; To the leader. A Song. A Psalm.; For the leader: a song: a psalm; For the choir director: A psalm. A song.

66 Shout happily to God ≈you people all over the world.

2 Sing ≈about his incredible reputation.

≈Make ≈your praise of him sound great.

3 Tell God, “≈It’s awesome what you do.

Your incredible power causes your enemies to cower.

4 The whole world will bow down to you.

They’ll sing to praise you and your ≈reputation.” (Instrumental break.)

5 Come and see what God’s done.

≈His activities among humanity are awesome.

6 He turned the sea into dry land.[ref]

≈They walked through the river on foot.[ref]

Let’s ≈keep celebrating what he did there.

7 He rules forever with his strength.

His eyes keep watch on the nations.

Don’t let rebellious >people ≈pat themselves on the back. (Instrumental break.)

8 Be a blessing to God, you people groups.

Let the sounds of praising him be heard.

9 He maintains us among the living,

≈and doesn’t allow our feet to slip.

10 For you, God, have tested us.

≈You’ve purified us like refined silver.

11 You led us like fish into a net.

≈You ≈made us carry a heavy load on our backs.

12 You let enemy horsemen ride over our heads.

We went through fire and through water,

≈but you brought us out to a ≈wide-open place.

13 I will enter your ≈temple with burnt offerings.

≈I will ≈give the amount that I promised

14 ≈with my own lips—

≡that vow that I made when I was in a predicament.

15 I’ll offer burnt offerings of fattened animals to you

with the sweet aroma of rams.

I will offer bulls and goats. (Instrumental break.)

16 All of you who respect God, come and listen

and I’ll tell you about what he’s done for ≈me.

17 I called out to him for help with my mouth,

≈then I praised him with my tongue.

18 If I had ≈considered doing evil,

my master wouldn’t have listened to me.

19 Nevertheless God ≈listened to me.

≈He paid attention to my #prayers.

20 God ≈deserves praise—he hasn’t turned away from my prayer

or withheld his loyal commitment to me.

↑ 66  For_the_director a_song a_song\f + \fr 66:1 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

66.

1\f* shout_for_joy to_god Oh_all_of the_earth/land.

2 Sing_praises the_glory_of his/its_name make glory praise_of_his.

3 Say to_god how awesome works_of_your in/on/at/with_great_of power_of_your they_cringe to/for_yourself(m) enemies_of_your.

4 All_of the_earth/land they_bow_down to/for_yourself(m) and_sing_praise to/for_you(fs) they_sing_praises_to name_of_your Şelāh.

5 Come and_see the_works_of god awesome_of deed on the_children_of humankind.

6 He_turned the_sea into_dry_land in/on/at/with_river they_passed in/on/at/with_foot there let_us_rejoice in/on/over_him/it.

7 he_is_ruling in/on/at/with_might_of_his forever eyes_of_his in/on/at/with_nations they_keep_watch the_rebellious not let_them_be_exalted\f + \fr 66:7 \ft OSHB variant note: ירימו: (x-qere) ’יָר֖וּמוּ’: lemma_7311 a morph_HVqj3mp id_19NBj יָר֖וּמוּ\f* against_him_themselves Şelāh.

8 Bless Oh_peoples god_of_our and_heard the_sound_of praise_of_his.

9 The_kept soul_of_our in/on/at/with_living and_not he_has_permitted to_the our.

10 If/because tested_us Oh_god refined_us as_tried silver.

11 Brought_us in/on/at/with_net you_have_put affliction in/on/at/with_backs_of_our.

12 You_have_made_ride a_man over_heads_of_our we_have_gone in/on/at/with_fire and_in/on/at/with_water and_brought_out_us to_the_place_of_abundance.

13 I_will_come house_of_your in/on/at/with_burnt_offerings I_will_pay to/for_yourself(m) vows_of_my.

14 Which they_opened lips_of_my and_spoke mouth_of_my in/on/at/with_distress to_me.

15 Burnt_offerings_of fatlings I_will_offer_up to_you with the_smoke_of rams I_will_offer cattle with goats Şelāh.

16 Come listen and_tell Oh_all_of those_fearing_of (of)_god that_which he_has_done for_soul_of_my.

17 To_him/it mouth_of_my I_called_out and_extolled was_under tongue_of_my.

18 Wickedness if I_had_considered in/on/at/with_heart_of_my not he_will_listen my_master.

19 Nevertheless god he_has_heard he_has_paid_attention in/on/at/with_voice_of prayer_of_my.

20 god be_blessed who not prayer_of_my he_has_turned_aside and_steadfast_love_of_his from_with_me.

67:1 A song thanking God

A Song of Thanksgiving; The Nations Called to Praise God

For the musical director: a praise song ≈to be accompanied by stringed instruments.

For the choir director: A psalm, to be accompanied by stringed instruments. A song.; For the director of music. With stringed instruments. A psalm. A song.; For the leader: on stringed instruments: a psalm: a song; To the leader: with stringed instruments. A Psalm. A Song.

67 May God be gracious to us and bless us,

and ≈show kindness towards us (Instrumental break.)

2 so that those living on earth will know what you’re like.

All the nations will ≈learn about your salvation.

3 Let the peoples praise you, God.

≈Let all the ≈people groups praise you.

4 Let the nations be glad and sing happily,

because you’ll judge the peoples with ≈impartiality,

≈and govern the nations ≈around the world. (Instrumental break.)

5 Let the peoples praise you, God.

≈Let all the ≈people groups praise you.

6 The earth has yielded its harvest.

≈God, our God, has blessed us.

7 May God bless us,

and may ≈people all around the world respect him.

↑ 67  For_the_director in/on/at/with_stringed_instruments a_song a_song.

2 \f + \fr 67:2 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

67.

1\f* god gracious_us and_bless_us may_he_make_shine his/its_faces/face upon_us Şelāh.

3 \f + \fr 67:3 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

67.

2\f* to_know on_the_earth way_of_your in_all nations salvation_of_your.

4 \f + \fr 67:4 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

67.

3\f* praise_you peoples Oh_god praise_you peoples all_of_them.

5 \f + \fr 67:5 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

67.

4\f* may_they_rejoice and_ nations _sing_for_joy if/because you_judge peoples uprightness and_nations on_the_earth guide_them Şelāh.

6 \f + \fr 67:6 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

67.

5\f* praise_you peoples Oh_god praise_you peoples all_of_them.

7 \f + \fr 67:7 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

67.

6\f* earth it_gives harvest_of_its bless_us god god_of_our.

8 \f + \fr 67:8 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

67.

7\f* bless_us god and_fear all_of DOM_him/it the_ends_of the_earth.

68:1 A song of victory

Praise and Thanksgiving; A National Song of Triumph

For the musical director: a song by David.

For the leader: for David: a psalm: a song; For the choir director: A psalm of David. A song.; To the leader. Of David. A Psalm. A Song.; For the director of music. Of David. A psalm. A song.

68 Let God ≈take action so his enemies get scattered.

Let those who hate him flee away from him

2 like smoke is driven away.

Drive them away like wax melts ≈beside a flame,

Let the wicked perish in God’s presence.

3 ≈However let the ≈godly >people be glad.

Let them be happy ≈in God’s presence.

May they ≈celebrate with gladness.

4 Sing to God—sing praises ≈about his reputation.

Praise the one who rides on the clouds.

His name is Yah, ≈so celebrate in front of him.

5 A father of the fatherless,

≈a ≈protector of the widows,

is God in the ≈sin-free place where he lives.

6 God puts solitary >people into homes.

He brings out the prisoners to live in prosperity,

but those who are rebellious live in a dry, barren land.

7 God, when you went out ≈ahead of your people,

you marched through the wilderness. (Instrumental break.)

8 The earth trembled and the skies also dropped rain in God’s presence—

in the presence of God at Sinai,

in the presence of Yisrael’s God.

9 You sent plentiful rain around.

You strengthened your inheritance when it was famished.

10 Your people lived in that land.

You, God, gave to the poor out of your goodness.

11 My master gave ≈an order

and a large army proclaimed it.

12 Kings of armies flee—≈they take off—

she who waits at home divides out the loot.

13 Although you lie down out there among the sheepfolds,

you’ll be like the wings of a dove covered with silver,

and her feathers ≡covered with yellow gold

14 The powerful >one scattered kings there.

It was as when it snowed on Mt. Zalmon.

15 Mt. Bashan is one of God’s large #mountains.

The hill country of Bashan has many mountain peaks.

16 Why do you look in envy, you high hill country,

at the mountain which God desires for ≈the place he will live?

Indeed, Yahweh will live in it forever.

17 God has ≈many thousands of chariots—thousands of thousands.

My master is among them in the sacred place,

like he was at Sinai.

18 You have ascended on high.

You have led away captives.

You have received gifts from among men,

even from those who were rebellious,

so that you, ≈Yahweh God, might live there.

19 Blessed be my master, who carries a load for us each day—

the God who’s our salvation. (Instrumental break.)

20 God is a God ≈who saves >people.

My master Yahweh ≈is the one who is able to rescue us from death.

21 But God will smash the #heads of his enemies—

the hair on the head of those who continue with their guilty acts.

22 My master said, “I’ll bring my enemies back from Bashan.

I’ll bring them back from the depths of the ocean

23 so that you can crush your enemies—dipping your foot in blood,

and so that your dogs’ tongues can have their share too from your enemies.”

24 People have seen your processions, God—

the processions of my God, my King, into the sacred place.

25 The singers went first ≈with the musicians behind them,

and the girls playing tambourines were in the middle.

26 Bless God in the large congregation.

Praise Yahweh, you who are from the fountain of Yisrael.

27 First there’s Benyamin, the smallest tribe,

then the leaders of Yehudah with their large numbers,

then the leaders of Zebulun and the leaders of Naphtali.

28 Israel, your God has predetermined your strength.

Reveal your power to us, God, as you have done in times past

29 because of your temple in Yerushalem,

where kings bring #gifts to you.

30 Shout in battle against the wild animals in the reeds,

≈against the peoples, that multitude of bulls and calves.

Humiliate them and make them bring you gifts.

Scatter the ≈people groups who love to ≈attack other countries.

31 Princes will come out of Egypt (Heb. Mitsrayim).

≈Ethiopia (Heb. Kush) will ≈hurry to reach out to God with her hands.

32 Sing to God, you kingdoms ≈around the world. (Instrumental break.)

33 To him who rides on the heaven of heavens, which exists from ancient times.

See, he lifts up his voice with strength.

34 Acknowledge God’s strength—

His sovereignty is over Yisrael and his power in the skies.

35 God, you are awesome in your sacred place.

The God of Yisrael—he’s the one who gives power and strength to his people.

≈Praise God.

↑ 68  For_the_director of_Dāvid a_song a_song.

2 \f + \fr 68:2 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

68.

1\f* god may_he_arise may_they_be_scattered enemies_of_his and_flee hate_of_him from_presence_of_him.

3 \f + \fr 68:3 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

68.

2\f* as_driven_away smoke may_you_drive_them_about as_ wax _melts from_face/in_front_of a_fire may_they_perish wicked_people from_face/in_front_of god.

4 \f + \fr 68:4 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

68.

3\f* and_righteous may_they_rejoice may_they_exult to_(the)_face_of/in_front_of/before god and_rejoice in/on/at/with_joy.

5 \f + \fr 68:5 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

68.

4\f* sing to_god sing_praises_to his/its_name lift_up to_the_rides in/on/at/with_clouds Yah his/its_name and_rejoice before_face/front_him.

6 \f + \fr 68:6 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

68.

5\f* is_a_father_of fatherless_ones and_judge_of widows god in/on/at/with_habitation_of holy_of_his.

7 \f + \fr 68:7 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

68.

6\f* god is_causing_to_dwell solitary_people home_in he_is_bringing_out prisoners in/on/at/with_prosperity only those_who_are_rebellious they_dwell a_parched_land.

8 \f + \fr 68:8 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

68.

7\f* Oh_god in/on/at/with_went_out_you to_(the)_face_of/in_front_of/before people_of_your in/on/at/with_marched_you in/on/at/with_wilderness Şelāh.

9 \f + \fr 68:9 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

68.

8\f* the_earth it_quaked also the_heavens they_dropped from_face/in_front_of god this Şīnay from_face/in_front_of god the_god_of Yisrā^ʼēl/(Israel).

10 \f + \fr 68:10 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

68.

9\f* rain_of voluntariness(es) you_shed_abroad Oh_god inheritance_of_your and_languished you revived_it.

11 \f + \fr 68:11 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

68.

10\f* people_of_your they_dwelt in/on/at/with_it you_prepared in/on/at/with_goodness_of_your for_the_poor Oh_god.

12 \f + \fr 68:12 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

68.

11\f* my_master he_gives a_message the_bore_the_tidings are_a_host great.

13 \f + \fr 68:13 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

68.

12\f* kings_of armies flee flee and_remains_of the_house she_divides the_plunder.

14 \f + \fr 68:14 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

68.

13\f* if lie_down between two_saddlebags the_wings_of a_dove are_covered in/on/at/with_silver and_pinions_of_its in/on/at/with_glistening_of gold.

15 \f + \fr 68:15 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

68.

14\f* in/on/at/with_scattered the_almighty kings in/on/at/with_it let_it_snow in/on/at/with_Tsalmōn/(Zalmon).

16 \f + \fr 68:16 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

68.

15\f* Oh_mountain_of god Oh_mountain_of Bāshān Oh_mountain_of peaks Oh_mountain_of Bāshān.

17 \f + \fr 68:17 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

68.

16\f* to/for_what look_with_envy Oh_mountains peaks the_mountain which_he_desired god for_abode_his also YHWH he_will_dwell to_forever.

18 \f + \fr 68:18 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

68.

17\f* the_chariotry_of god is_twice_ten_thousand thousands_of repetitions my_master in/on/at/with_them Şīnay in/on/at/with_sanctuary.

19 \f + \fr 68:19 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

68.

18\f* you_went_up on_the wwww wwww wwww wwww in/on/at/with and wwww to/for Yah ʼElohīm.

20 \f + \fr 68:20 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

68.

19\f* my_master be_blessed day day he_carries_a_load to/for_us the_god salvation_of_our Şelāh.

21 \f + \fr 68:21 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

68.

20\f* the_god to/for_us is_a_god of_salvation and_to_GOD my_master from_the_death escapes.

22 \f + \fr 68:22 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

68.

21\f* surely god he_will_smash the_head_of enemies_of_his the_crown_of_head_of hair one_who_goes_about in/on/at/with_guilty_of_his.

23 \f + \fr 68:23 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

68.

22\f* my_master he_has_said from_Bāshān I_will_bring_back I_will_bring_back from_depths_of the_sea.

24 \f + \fr 68:24 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

68.

23\f* so_that it_may_smash foot_of_your in/on/at/with_blood the_tongue_of dogs_of_your from_enemies share_of_their.

25 \f + \fr 68:25 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

68.

24\f* people_have_seen procession_of_your Oh_god the_processions_of god_of_my king_of_my in/on/at/with_sanctuary.

26 \f + \fr 68:26 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

68.

25\f* they_went_in_front singers were_behind musicians in_the_middle young_women who_were_playing_tambourines.

27 \f + \fr 68:27 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

68.

26\f* in/on/at/with_great_congregation bless god YHWH of_fountain_of of_Yisrā^ʼēl/(Israel).

28 \f + \fr 68:28 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

68.

27\f* there Binyāmīn insignificant leading_of_them the_princes_of Yəhūdāh/(Judah) throng_of_their the_princes_of Zəⱱūlūn the_princes_of Naftālī.

29 \f + \fr 68:29 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

68.

28\f* god_of_your he_has_ordained strength_of_your show_strength Oh_god who you_have_acted to/for_ourselves.

30 \f + \fr 68:30 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

68.

29\f* because_of_temple_of_your at Yərūshālam/(Jerusalem) to/for_yourself(m) kings they_will_bring a_gift.

31 \f + \fr 68:31 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

68.

30\f* rebuke the_animals_of the_reeds a_herd_of mighty_bulls in/on/at/with_calves_of peoples trampling in/on/at/with_bars_of silver he_has_scattered peoples which_wars they_delight_in.

32 \f + \fr 68:32 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

68.

31\f* envoys they_will_come from Miʦrayim/(Egypt) Kūsh/(Cush) it_will_cause_to_run hands_of_her to_god.

33 \f + \fr 68:33 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

68.

32\f* Oh_kingdoms_of the_earth/land sing to_god sing_praises_to my_master Şelāh.

34 \f + \fr 68:34 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

68.

33\f* to_the_rides in/on/at/with_heavens_of heavens_of ancient_time there he_gives_forth in/on/at/with_voice_of_his a_voice_of strength.

35 \f + \fr 68:35 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

68.

34\f* ascribe strength to_god is_over Yisrā^ʼēl/(Israel) majesty_of_his and_power_of_his in/on/at/with_skies.

36 \f + \fr 68:36 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

68.

35\f* god is_to_be_feared in_sanctuary_of_your the_god_of Yisrā^ʼēl/(Israel) he is_giving strength and_strength to_the_people god be_blessed.

69:1 A request for help

Prayer for Deliverance from Persecution; A Cry for Help

For the musical director: a song by David ≈to be sung to the tune of ‘Lilies’.

For the director of music. To the tune of “Lilies.” Of David.; To the leader: according to Lilies. Of David.; For the leader: set to ‘Lilies’: for David; For the choir director: A psalm of David, to be sung to the tune “Lilies.”

69 Save me, God, because the waters have reached my neck.

2 I sink in deep mud where there’s nowhere to stand.

≈I have come into deep waters where the floods flow over me.

3 I’m exhausted from my crying for help—my throat is dry.

My eyes have failed while I’ve been waiting for my God.

4 ≈There’s more >people who hate me ≈without even knowing why, than there are hairs on my head.

≈I have many enemies who want to destroy me, but for no good reason.

I’m forced to ‘give back’ what I didn’t steal in the first place.

5 God, you know ≈the silly things that I do,

and none of my sins can be hidden from you.

6 Don’t let those who hope in you be put to shame because of me, my master, army commander Yahweh.

≈Don’t let those who ≈need your help be humiliated because of me, God of Yisrael.

7 I’ve ≈been ridiculed for following you—

≈shame has covered my face.

8 I’ve become a stranger to my siblings—

≈yes, a foreigner to my mother’s children

9 because &my zeal for your ≈temple has eaten me up,

and the rebukes of those who rebuke you have fallen on me.

10 When I wept and ≈chose not to eat,

≈they insulted me.

11 When I ≈put on rough sackcloth,

≈they just turned me into a joke.

12 Those who sit around the ≈community court talk about me,

and ≈drunkards sing about me.

13 ≈Even so, my prayer is to you, Yahweh,

≈when you’re feeling favourable towards me.

≈From the strength of your loyal commitment,

answer me ≈for sure by rescuing me.

14 Pull me out of the mud, and don’t let me sink.

≈Rescue me from those who hate me, and from deep waters.

15 Don’t let the floods of water overwhelm me,

or let the deep swallow me up.

Don’t let the pit close its mouth over me.

16 Answer me, Yahweh, because your loyal commitment is good.

≈Turn to me because ≈you’ve shown so much mercy towards me.

17 Don’t hide from me, your servant.

≈Answer me quickly, because I’m in distress.

18 Come to me and redeem me.

Ransom me because of my enemies.

19 You know my rebuke, my shame, and my dishonour.

All my adversaries ≈report my failings to you.

20 Their ≈insults have broken my heart—I’m full of heaviness.

I looked for someone to take pity, but no one was there.

≈I looked for ≈someone to encourage me, but I didn’t find anyone.

21 They gave me poison ≈to eat.

≈≈When I was thirsty, they gave me vinegar to drink.

22 Let their table become a snare ≈to catch them in their own schemes.

≈When they think they’re safe, let it become a trap.

23 Let their eyes be darkened so they won’t be able to see anything,

and make their ≈legs continually shake.

24 Pour your indignation out on them,

≈and let the fierceness of your anger overtake them.

25 Let their place become uninhabited.

≈Don’t let anyone live in their tents

26 because they persecuted the one you struck down.

≈They multiplied the pain of those that you had already wounded.

27 Add sin after sin to their record.

≈Don’t let them ≈try to tell you about their ‘innocence’.

28 Let them be blotted out of the book of ≈life

≈and not have their names written down along with the names of the godly.

29 As for me, I’m suffering and in pain.

≈Yes God, protect me and rescue me.

30 I’ll praise God with a song

≈and with thankfulness, I’ll ≈tell about his goodness.

31 That will please Yahweh better than sacrificing a cow,

≈or a physical bull that has horns and hooves.

32 Humble >people will see it and be glad.

You who ≈want to obey God, let your hearts live

33 because Yahweh listens to the poor,

and he doesn’t despise his ≈people when they’re imprisoned.

34 Let heaven and earth praise him,

including the seas and everything in them that moves.

35 For God will save Tsiyyon (Zion)

and will rebuild the cities of Yehudah.

The people will live there and have it ≈for their own.

36 The descendants of his people will inherit it,

and those who love him will live there safely.

↑ 69  For_the_director on Shoshannim of_Dāvid.

2 \f + \fr 69:2 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

69.

1\f* save_me Oh_god if/because waters they_have_come to the_neck.

3 \f + \fr 69:3 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

69.

2\f* I_have_sunk in/on/at/with_mire_of depth and_there_is_no a_foothold I_have_come in/on/at/with_deep_of water and_flood sweeps_over_me.

4 \f + \fr 69:4 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

69.

3\f* I_have_become_weary in/on/at/with_crying_my throat_of_my it_has_become_parched eyes_of_my they_have_failed waiting for_god_of_my.

5 \f + \fr 69:5 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

69.

4\f* they_are_many more_than_hairs_of my_head hate_of_me without_cause they_are_numerous destroy_of_me enemies_of_my falsehood that_which not I_stole then I_will_return.

6 \f + \fr 69:6 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

69.

5\f* Oh_god you you_know to_folly_of_my and_wrongs_of_my from_you not they_are_hidden.

7 \f + \fr 69:7 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

69.

6\f* not let_them_be_ashamed in/on/at/with_me wait_for_of_you my_master YHWH hosts not let_them_be_humiliated in/on/at/with_me seek_of_you Oh_god_of Yisrā^ʼēl/(Israel).

8 \f + \fr 69:8 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

69.

7\f* if/because for_sake_your I_have_borne reproach ignominy it_has_covered face_of_my.

9 \f + \fr 69:9 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

69.

8\f* estranged\f + \fr 69:9 \ft OSHB note: We read one or more accents in L differently than BHS.

Often this notation indicates a typographical error in BHS.

\f* I_have_become to_brothers_of_my and_alien to_sons_of mother’s_of_my.

10 \f + \fr 69:10 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

69.

9\f* if/because the_zeal_of house_of_your consumed_me and_insults_of insult_of_you they_have_fallen on_me.

11 \f + \fr 69:11 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

69.

10\f* and_wept in/on/at/with_fasting soul_of_my and_it_became of_reproach to_me.

12 \f + \fr 69:12 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

69.

11\f* and_made clothing_of_my sackcloth and_became to/for_them as_byword.

13 \f + \fr 69:13 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

69.

12\f* they_speak in/on/at/with_me those_who_sit_of the_gate and_songs of_drinkers_of strong_drink.

14 \f + \fr 69:14 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

69.

13\f* and_me prayer_of_my to/for_yourself(m) Oh_YHWH a_time_of favour Oh_god in/on/at/with_abundance_of steadfast_love_of_your answer_me in/on/at/with_sure_of salvation_of_your.

15 \f + \fr 69:15 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

69.

14\f* rescue_me from_mire and_not let_me_sink may_I_be_delivered from_hate_of_me and_from_deep_of water.

16 \f + \fr 69:16 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

69.

15\f* not sweep_over_me a_flood_of water and_not swallow_up_me the_deep and_don’t let_it_close over_me the_pit her/its_mouth.

17 \f + \fr 69:17 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

69.

16\f* answer_me Oh_YHWH if/because is_good steadfast_love_of_your according_to_abundant_of mercy_of_your turn to_me.

18 \f + \fr 69:18 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

69.

17\f* and_not hide face_of_your from_servant_of_your if/because it_is_distress to_me hurry answer_me.

19 \f + \fr 69:19 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

69.

18\f* draw_near to soul_of_my redeem_it on_account_of enemies_of_my ransom_me.

20 \f + \fr 69:20 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

69.

19\f* you you_know reproach_of_I and_shame_of_my and_dishonour_of_my before_you all_of adversaries_of_my.

21 \f + \fr 69:21 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

69.

20\f* reproach it_has_broken heart_of_my and_sick and_looked for_sympathy and_there_was_none and_for_THE_comforters and_not I_found_them.

22 \f + \fr 69:22 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

69.

21\f* and_gave in/on/at/with_food_of_my poison and_for_thirst_of_my gave_to_drink_me vinegar.

23 \f + \fr 69:23 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

69.

22\f* may_it_become table_of_their before_face/front_them as_snare and_for_peace as_trap.

24 \f + \fr 69:24 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

69.

23\f* eyes_of_their may_they_grow_dim cannot_see and_loins_of_their continually make_to_shake.

25 \f + \fr 69:25 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

69.

24\f* pour_out on_them indignation_of_your and_fierceness_of anger_of_your overtake_them.

26 \f + \fr 69:26 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

69.

25\f* may_it_be camp_of_their made_desolate in/on/at/with_tents_of_their not may_anyone_be dwelling.

27 \f + \fr 69:27 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

69.

26\f* if/because you those_whom you_struck they_have_harassed and_near/to the_pain_of wounded_of_you they_have_recounted.

28 \f + \fr 69:28 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

69.

27\f* add iniquity to guilt_of_their and_not let_them_come in/on/at/with_righteousness_of_your.

29 \f + \fr 69:29 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

69.

28\f* may_they_be_wiped_out of_book_of life and_with righteous_people not may_they_be_written_down.

30 \f + \fr 69:30 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

69.

29\f* and_I am_afflicted and_in_pain salvation_of_your Oh_god protect_me.

31 \f + \fr 69:31 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

69.

30\f* I_will_praise the_name_of god in/on/at/with_song and_magnify_him in/on/at/with_thanksgiving.

32 \f + \fr 69:32 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

69.

31\f* and_please to/for_YHWH more_than_ox a_young_bull having_horns having_hooves.

33 \f + \fr 69:33 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

69.

32\f* they_will_see humble_people they_will_rejoice Oh_you_all_who_seek_of (of)_god and_revive heart_of_your_all’s.

34 \f + \fr 69:34 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

69.

33\f* if/because is_listening to needy_people YHWH and_DOM prisoners_of_his not he_despises.

35 \f + \fr 69:35 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

69.

34\f* praise_him heaven and_earth the_seas and_all thing_which_moves in/on/at/with_them.

36 \f + \fr 69:36 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

69.

35\f* if/because god he_will_save Tsiyyōn/(Zion) and_rebuild the_cities_of Yəhūdāh/(Judah) and_dwell there and_possess_it.

37 \f + \fr 69:37 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

69.

36\f* and_children_of servants_of_his inherit_it and_love_of his/its_name they_will_dwell in/on/at/with_it.

70:1 A prayer for help

Prayer for Deliverance from Enemies; A Prayer for Help

(Psa. 40:13-17)

For the musical director: a song by David for the memorial offering.

For the director of music. Of David. A petition.; To the leader. Of David, for the memorial offering.; For the leader: for David: for commemoration; For the choir director: A psalm of David, to bring us to the Lord’s remembrance.

70 Save me, God.

≈Yahweh, hurry here to help me.

2 Let those who try to take my life be ashamed and humiliated.

≈Let those who take pleasure in my pain be turned back and brought to dishonour.

3 Let those who say, “Aha, aha,” be turned back because of their shame.

4 Let all those who ≈strive to follow you, celebrate and be glad about you.

≈Let those who ≈rely on you to rescue them always say, “May God be praised.”

5 ≈But I’m poor and needy. Hurry to me, God.

≈You’re my help and you rescue me. Yahweh, don’t delay.

↑ 70  For_the_director of_Dāvid for_memorial_offering.

2 \f + \fr 70:2 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

70.

1\f* Oh_god to_deliver_me Oh_YHWH to_help_of_me make_haste.

3 \f + \fr 70:3 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

70.

2\f* may_they_be_ashamed and_confusion life_of_my those_who_seek_of may_they_be_turned_back backwards and_humiliated the_people_desirous_of hurt_of_my.

4 \f + \fr 70:4 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

70.

3\f* may_they_turn_back on the_consequence_of shame_of_their the_say aha aha.

5 \f + \fr 70:5 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

70.

4\f* may_they_exult and_glad in/on/at/with_you all_of seek_of_you and_say continually may_he_be_great god those_who_love_of salvation_of_your.

6 \f + \fr 70:6 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

70.

5\f* and_I am_poor and_needy Oh_god hasten to/for_me help_of_my and_deliverer_of_my you Oh_YHWH do_not delay.

71:1 Prayer for long-term protection

The Prayer of an Elderly Person; Prayer for Lifelong Protection and Help

71 I ≈find my safety in you, Yahweh.

Let me never be put to shame.

2 Rescue me and make me safe in your righteousness.

≈Turn your ear to me and save me.

3 Be a rock ≈of safety for me, where I can always go.

≈You’ve given the command to save me because you’re my rock and my fortress.

4 Rescue me, my God, out of the ≈control of wicked >people—

≈out of the grasp of the unrighteous and cruel

5 because you’re my hope, Yahweh my master.

≈I’ve trusted in you ever since I was a child.

6 I’ve been supported by you from the womb.

≈It was you who took me out of my mother’s belly.

→My praise will be always about you.

7 I’m a marvel to many people.

You’re my ≈secure shelter.

8 My mouth will be filled with praise for you,

≡filled all day with your honour.

9 Don’t throw me away in my time of old age.

≈Don’t abandon me when my strength fails,

10 because my enemies are talking about me.

≈Those who watch for my life are plotting together.

11 They say, “God’s abandoned him now.

Pursue him and capture him, because there’s no one to rescue him.”

12 Don’t ≈stay far away from me, God.

≈My God, hurry to help me.

13 Let those who are hostile to my life be put to shame and destroyed.

Let those who seek my hurt be covered with rebuke and dishonour.

14 ≈Meanwhile, I’ll always ≈be expecting you to help me

and will praise you more and more.

15 ≈I’ll tell about your righteousness and your salvation all day,

although I ≈can’t count your goodness.

16 I will ≈talk about the powerful actions by Yahweh my master.

≈I’ll ≈make mention of your righteousness, yours alone.

17 God, you have taught me from my youth.

Even now ≈I’m excited to tell about the wonderful things you’ve done.

18 Indeed, even when I’m old and gray, God, don’t abandon me,

as I’ve been declaring your strength to the next generation—

≈your power to everyone who is to come.

19 ≈Your justice and fairness is unable to be challenged.

≈You who’ve done great things, God, who else is like you?

20 You who made me see many troubles, will revive us again,

≈and will bring us back up from the depths of the earth.

21 May you increase my honour.

≈Turn again and comfort me.

22 I’ll also praise you for your trustworthiness with the harp, my God.

≈I’ll make music for you with the harp, holy one of Yisrael.

23 When I sing praise to you, my lips will shout for joy,

along with my soul which you have ≈paid to have released.

24 ≈My tongue will also talk about your righteousness all day long,

→because those who sought to hurt me have been put to shame and are confused.

↑ 71  In/on/at/with_you Oh_YHWH I_have_taken_refuge not let_me_be_ashamed to_forever.

2 In/on/at/with_righteousness_of_your rescue_me and_deliver_me incline to_me ear_of_your and_save_me.

3 Become to_me as_rock_of dwelling to_come continually you_have_given_command to_save_me if/because rock_of_my and_fortress_of_my you.

4 god_of_my rescue_me from_hand_of the_wicked from_grasp_of one_who_acts_unjustly and_cruel.

\f + \fr 71:4 \ft OSHB note: BHS has been faithful to the Leningrad Codex where there might be a question of the validity of the form and we keep the same form as BHS.

\f* 5 if/because you hope_of_my my_master YHWH confidence_of_my from_youth_of_my.

6 Upon_you I_have_supported_myself from_birth from_womb_of mother’s_of_my you took_of_me in/on/at/with_you praise_of_my continually.

7 Like_portent I_have_become to_many and_you(ms) refuge_of_my strength.

8 It_is_filled mouth_of_my praise_of_your all_of the_day glory_of_your.

9 Do_not throw_off_me in_time_of old_age when_fails strength_of_my do_not abandon_me.

10 If/because they_have_spoken enemies_of_my to_me and_watch_for_of life_of_my they_have_consulted together.

11 To_say god abandoned_him pursue and_seize_him if/because there_is_not a_deliverer.

12 Oh_god do_not be_far from_me god_of_my to_help_of_me hurry\f + \fr 71:12 \ft OSHB variant note: חיש/ה: (x-qere) ’חֽוּשָׁ/ה’: lemma_2363 a n_0 morph_HVqv2ms/Sh id_19RA2 חֽוּשָׁ/ה\f*.

13 May_they_be_ashamed may_they_come_to_an_end soul_of_my those_who_accuse_of may_they_be_covered reproach and_disgrace those_who_seek_of harm_of_me.

14 And_I continually I_will_wait and_more_and_more to all_of praise_of_you.

15 Mouth_of_my it_will_recount righteousness_of_your all_of the_day salvation_of_your if/because not I_know numbers.

16 I_will_come in/on/at/with_mighty_deeds_of my_master YHWH I_will_bring_to_remembrance righteousness_of_your by_yourself_of_yours.

17 Oh_god taught_me from_youth_of_my and_unto now I_declare wondrous_deeds_of_your.

18 And_also until old_age and_gray Oh_god do_not abandon_me until I_will_declare power_of_your to_generation to/from_all/each/any/every one_who_he_will_come power_of_your.

19 And_righteousness_of_your Oh_god is_to the_height who you_have_done great_things Oh_god who like_you.

20 Who see_me\f + \fr 71:20 \ft OSHB variant note: הראית/נו: (x-qere) ’הִרְאִיתַ֨/נִי’: lemma_7200 n_2.

0 morph_HVhp2ms/Sp1cs id_19Zc7 הִרְאִיתַ֨/נִי\f* troubles many and_calamities you_will_return revive_me\f + \fr 71:20 \ft OSHB variant note: תחיי/נו: (x-qere) ’תְּחַיֵּ֑י/נִי’: lemma_2421 n_1 morph_HVpi2ms/Sp1cs id_19TPj תְּחַיֵּ֑י/נִי\f* and_from_depths_of the_earth/land you_will_return bring_up_me.

21 May_you_increase honour_of_my and_once_again comfort_me.

22 Also I praise_you in/on/at/with_instrument_of a_lyre faithfulness_of_your god_of_my I_will_make_music to/for_yourself(m) in/on/at/with_lyre Oh_holy_one_of Yisrā^ʼēl/(Israel).

23 lips_of_my They_will_sing_for_joy if/because I_will_make_music to_you and_soul_of_my which you_have_redeemed.

24 Also tongue_of_my all_of the_day it_will_utter righteousness_of_your if/because they_are_ashamed if/because they_are_abashed harm_of_me those_who_seek_of.

72:1 A prayer to bless the king

Prayer for Guidance and Support for the King; A Prayer for the King

A song by Shelomoh (Solomon).

Of Solomon.; A psalm of Solomon.; For Solomon

72 Give the king your righteous decrees, God,

≈your righteousness to the king’s son.

2 May he judge your people ≈fairly

≈and your poor with justice.

3 May the mountains ≈produce peace for the people.

≈May the hills ≡produce ≈godliness.

4 May he ≈vindicate the poor among the people.

≈May he save the children of the needy

and crush the #oppressors.

5 May they ≈honour you while the sun endures,

≈and as long as the moon lasts throughout all the generations.

6 May he come down like rain on the mown grass,

≈like showers that water the earth.

7 May ≈godly >people flourish throughout his days as king,

≈and may there be an abundance of peace till the moon is no more.

8 May he have dominion from sea to sea,

≈and from the ≈Euphrates to the ends of the earth.

9 May those who live in the wilderness bow down before him.

≈May his enemies lick the dust.

10 May the kings of Tarshish and of the islands ≈be forced to pay tribute.

≈May the kings of Sheba and Seba offer gifts.

11 Indeed, may all kings ≈bow down to him.

≈May all nations serve him

12 because he helps any needy person who cries out

≈and the poor person who has no other helper.

13 He has pity on the poor and needy,

≈and he saves the lives of needy people.

14 He redeems their lives from oppression and violence.

≈Their ≈life is precious ≈to him.

15 May he live—may Sheba’s gold be given to him.

May people always pray for him.

≈May God bless him all day long.

16 May there be abundance of grain in the land—on the mountaintops may their crops wave.

May the fruit of it be like Lebanon.

May the people flourish in the cities like the grass across the land.

17 May his ≈good reputation endure forever.

≈May his ≈fame continue as long as the sun.

May people be blessed in him.

≈May all nations call him blessed.

18 May Yisrael’s God, Yahweh, be blessed.

He alone does wonderful things.

19 May his ≈wonderful name be blessed forever,

and may the whole earth be filled with his ≈splendour. May it be so.

20 This ends the prayers of Yesse’s son, David.

Third collection

(Songs 73–89)

↑ 72  Of_Shəlomoh/(Solomon)\f + \fr 72:1 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

72.

1\f* Oh_god justice_of_your to_king give and_righteousness_of_your to_son_of the_king.

2 He_will_judge people_of_your in/on/at/with_righteousness and_afflicted_of_your in/on/at/with_justice.

3 They_will_carry mountains peace to_the_people and_hills in/on/at/with_righteousness.

4 He_will_judge the_poor_people_of the_people he_will_save to_children_of the_needy and_crush the_oppressor.

5 Fear_you with the_sun and_as_long_as_of the_moon generation_of generations.

6 He_will_come_down like_rain on mown_grass like_showers dropping_of the_earth.

7 He_will_flourish in/on/at/with_days_of_his the_righteous and_abound_of well-being will_be_until not the_moon.

8 And_rule from_sea to sea and_from_river to the_ends_of the_earth.

9 Before_face/front_him wilderness-dwellers they_will_bow_down and_enemies_of_his dust they_will_lick_up.

10 The_kings_of Tarshiysh and_islands tribute they_will_pay the_kings_of Shəⱱāʼ and_Şəⱱāʼ a_gift they_will_bring_near.

11 And_bow_down to_him/it all_of kings all_of nations serve_him.

12 If/because he_will_deliver the_needy who_cries_for_help and_afflicted and_no a_helper to_him/it.

13 He_will_have_compassion on the_poor and_needy and_lives_of needy_people he_will_save.

14 From_oppression and_from_violence he_will_redeem life_of_their blood_of_their and_precious in/on/at/with_sight_of_his.

15 And_live and_given to_him/it from_gold_of Shəⱱāʼ and_pray for_him continually all_of the_day bless_him.

16 May_it_be an_abundance_of grain on_the_earth in/on/at/with_tops_of the_mountains may_it_wave like_the_Ləⱱānōn fruit_of_its and_flourish in_cities like_grass_of the_earth/land.

17 his/its_name May_it_be to_forever to_(the)_face_of/in_front_of/before the_sun may_it_increase\f + \fr 72:17 \ft OSHB variant note: ינין: (x-qere) ’יִנּ֪וֹן’: lemma_5125 morph_HVNj3ms id_19LfY יִנּ֪וֹן\f* his/its_name and_blessed in_him/it all_of nations call_blessed_him.

18 be_blessed YHWH god the_god_of Yisrā^ʼēl/(Israel) who_does_of (of)_wonders for_him/it_being_alone.

19 And_blessed the_name_of glorious_of_his to_forever glory_of_his and_filled DOM all_of the_earth/land amen and_amen.

20 the_prayers_of They_are_finished of_Dāvid the_son_of Yishay/(Jesse).

73:1 The need for justice

Plea for Relief from Oppressors; The Justice of God

A song by Asaf.

A Psalm of Asaph.; A psalm: for Asaph; A psalm of Asaph.

73 Surely God is good to Yisrael—

to those with pure ≈motives

2 but as for me, my feet almost slipped.

My steps were caused to nearly ≈slide out from under me

3 because I was envious of arrogant >people

when I saw ≈how wicked people prosper,

4 because they ≈live without pains

and their ≈bodies are strong and healthy.

5 They are free from ≈normal human struggles,

≈and they ≈don’t suffer along with everyone else.

6 Therefore pride is a necklace for them—

violence covers them ≈like a coat.

7 Their eyes bulge out from their fatness.

≈Their heads are full of imaginative schemes.

8 They mock and speak with oppressive evil.

They speak from an elevated place.[fn]

9 They set their mouth in the heavens,

and their tongue goes through the earth.[fn]

10 Therefore his people turn here,

and full waters are drained in/by them.[fn]

11 Then they say, “How does God know?

≈≈Does the highest one notice what’s going on?”

12 Look at these wicked >people.

They’re always at ease—increasing in wealth.

13 Surely ≈I wasted my time keeping my mind pure

and washing my hands in innocence,

14 because I’ve been stricken throughout the day,

≈and punished every morning.

15 If I’d said that I’d speak like that,

wow, I would have betrayed your children’s generation.

16 And when I thought about how to understand this,

≈it was very difficult for me to figure it out

17 until I went into God’s sanctuaries,

then I discerned their end.

18 Surely you put them onto slippery places.

≈You make them fall to destruction.

19 How they are brought down to ≈nothing as in a moment.

They’re finished—they come to a terrifying end

20 My master, when you rouse yourself, you’ll despise their image,

like a dream after ≈the person wakes up.

21 When my heart was embittered,

and ≈my organs felt like they had a knife in them,

22 I was stupid and ≈ignorant.

I acted toward you like an animal.

23 Yet I’m with you continuously—

you take hold of my right hand.

24 You guide me with your counsel,

and afterward you’ll receive me with honour.

25 Who ≈else do I have I in heaven to help me other than you?

≈And there’s nothing on the earth that I desire ≈more than you.

26 My ≈muscles and my heart fail,

but God is the ≈strength of my heart and my ≈fulfilment forever.

27 ≈Yes, listen, those who are far from you ≈must die.

You destroy every one who’s unfaithful to you.

28 As for me, approaching God is good for me.

I have made my master Yahweh my ≈safe place

so that I can tell everyone ≈about what you’ve done.

↑ 73  A_song of_ʼĀşāf\f + \fr 73:1 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

73.

1\f* surely is_good to_Yisrā^ʼēl/(Israel) god to_pure_of heart.

2 And_me as_almost they_had_turned_aside\f + \fr 73:2 \ft OSHB variant note: נטוי: (x-qere) ’נָטָ֣יוּ’: lemma_5186 morph_HVqp3cp id_19KDJ נָטָ֣יוּ\f* feet_of_my as_nearly they_had_been_poured_out\f + \fr 73:2 \ft OSHB variant note: שפכה: (x-qere) ’שֻׁפְּכ֥וּ’: lemma_8210 morph_HVQp3cp id_19ATb שֻׁפְּכ֥וּ\f* steps_of_my.

3 If/because I_was_jealous in/on/at/with_arrogant the_well-being_of wicked_people I_saw.

4 If/because there_are_not pains until_death_of_they and_healthy bodies_of_their.

5 In/on/at/with_trouble_of humankind not_they and_like humankind not they_are_stricken.

6 For_so/thus/hence necklace_their pride it_covers a_garment_of violence them_them.

7 It_comes_out from_fatness eyes_of_their the_imaginations_of they_pass_over heart.

8 They_mock and_speak in/on/at/with_malice oppression from_on_high they_speak.

9 They_set in_the_heavens mouths_of_their and_tongues_of_their it_walks on_the_earth.

10 For_so/thus/hence it_turns_back\f + \fr 73:10 \ft OSHB variant note: ישיב: (x-qere) ’יָשׁ֣וּב’: lemma_7725 morph_HVqi3ms id_19h5B יָשׁ֣וּב\f* people_of_his here and_waters_of full they_are_drained in_them.

11 And_say how does_he_know god and_is_there knowledge in/on/at/with_most_high.

12 Here these are_wicked_people and_at_ease_of perpetuity they_increase wealth.

13 Surely emptiness I_have_kept_pure heart_of_my and_washed in/on/at/with_innocence hands_of_my.

14 And_been stricken all_of the_day and_punished_of_I in_the_morning.

15 If I_had_said I_will_speak like here the_generation_of children_of_your I_dealt_treacherously_with.

16 And_thought to_know this was_trouble it\f + \fr 73:16 \ft OSHB variant note: היא: (x-qere) ’ה֣וּא’: lemma_1931 morph_HPp3ms id_19kMS ה֣וּא\f* in/on/at/with_eyes_of_me.

17 Until I_went into the_sanctuari(es)_of god I_considered about_end_of_their.

18 Surely in/on/at/with_slippery_places you_set them_them fall_them to_ruin.

19 How they_have_become for_destroyed in_moment they_come_to_an_end they_are_finished from sudden_terror(s).

20 Like_dream when_awakes my_master in/on/at/with_awaking phantoms_of_their you_will_despise.

21 If/because heart_of_my it_was_embittered and_heart_of_my I_was_pierced.

22 And_I was_stupid and_not I_knew animals I_was toward_you.

23 And_I continually with_you you_take_hold in/on/at/with_hand_of right_of_my.

24 In/on/at/with_counsel_of_your guide_me and_after honour receive_me.

25 Who to_me in/on/at/with_heaven and_besides_you not I_take_pleasure in/on_the_earth.

26 flesh_of_my It_had_come_to_an_end and_heart_of_my is_the_rock_of heart_of_my and_portion_of_my god to_forever.

27 If/because there far_from_of_you they_will_perish you_destroy every_of one_who_acts_as_a_prostitute to_you.

28 And_me the_approach_of god to_me is_good I_have_made in/on/at/with_master_of YHWH refuge_of_my that_tell all_of works_of_your.

74:1 Requesting God’s help

A Prayer for National Deliverance; Plea for Help in Time of National Humiliation

A song[fn] by Asaf.

A Maskil of Asaph.; A maskil of Asaph.; A maskil: for Asaph; A psalm of Asaph.

74 Why God, have you rejected us forever?

Why ≈are you so angry at the sheep in your pasture?

2 Remember your congregation that you acquired in times ≈past,

which you have redeemed to be the tribe of your inheritance.

This Mt. Tsiyyon (Zion), where you’ve lived.

3 ≈Take your feet to see the perpetual ruins.

All the ≈damage that the enemy has done to the sanctuary.

4 Your adversaries have roared in the middle of your meeting place.

They’ve set up their banners as signs.

5 ≈They acted like men chopping down a forest with axes.

6 And now, with axe and hammers,

they ≈smash up all its ≈carved panels.

7 They have ≈burnt your sanctuary to the ground.

They have profaned the place ≈where your name is attached.

8 They said in their hearts, “We’ll ≈totally crush them.”

They’ve burnt all of the meeting places of God in the ≈country.

9 ≈There aren’t any signs for us to watch.

There’s no longer any prophet,

≈and there’s no one among us who knows how long this will last.

10 ≈How much longer, God, will the enemy ≈be able to mock for?

≈Will the enemy be able to treat your name with contempt forever?

11 Why do you withdraw your hand ≈of power?

Take it ≈out of your pocket and destroy them.

12 Yet God is my king from times ≈past,

≈rescuing us in a range of locations.

13 You divided the sea by your strength.

≈You smashed the heads of the sea monsters in the waters.

14 You crushed the sea dragon’s heads.[ref]

You fed him to those living in the wilderness.

15 You broke open springs and streams.

You dried up flowing rivers.

16 The day is yours, and the night is also yours.

You set the sun and ?≈moon in place.

17 You have set all the borders of the earth.

You have made summer and winter.

18 Call to mind how the enemy hurled insults at you, Yahweh,

and that a foolish nation has ≈belittled your name.

19 Don’t ≈just allow a wild animal to take your dove’s life.

Don’t forget the life of your oppressed people forever.

20 Remember your promises as part of our agreement,

because the dark regions of the ≈country are full of places of violence.

21 Don’t let the oppressed be turned back in shame.

Let the poor and oppressed have good reason to praise ≈you.

22 ≈Take action, God; defend your own honour.

≈Take notice of how fools insult you all day long.

23 Don’t forget the voice of your enemies

or the uproar of those who continually defy you.

↑ 74  A_poem of_ʼĀşāf\f + \fr 74:1 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

74.

1\f* to/for_why Oh_god have_you_rejected_us to_forever anger_of_your does_it_smoke in/on/at/with_sheep_of pasture_of_your.

2 Remember congregation_of_your which_you_acquired antiquity which_you_redeemed the_tribe_of inheritance_of_your the_mountain_of Tsiyyōn/(Zion) which you_have_dwelt in/on/over_him/it.

3 Direct steps_of_your to_ruins_of perpetuity everything_of he_has_done_harm_to the_enemy in/on/at/with_sanctuary.

4 They_roared foes_of_your in/on/at/with_midst_of meeting_place_of_your they_set_up emblems_of_their signs.

5 It_was_known like_wielding at_upper in/on/at/with_thicket_of trees axes.

6 And_then\f + \fr 74:6 \ft OSHB variant note: ו/עת: (x-qere) ’וְ֭/עַתָּה’: lemma_c/6258 n_1.

0 morph_HC/D id_19ZbA וְ֭/עַתָּה\f* carved_work_of_its altogether in/on/at/with_hatchets and_hammers smashed.

7 They_sent in/on/at/with_fire sanctuary_of_your to_the_ground they_profaned the_dwelling_place_of name_of_your.

8 They_said in/on/at/with_hearts_of_their subdue_of_them altogether they_burned all_of the_appointed_places_of god on_the_earth.

9 Signs_of_our not we_have_seen there_is_not still a_prophet and_not among_us one_who_knows until when.

10 Until when Oh_god will_he_taunt the_foe will_he_spurn the_enemy name_of_your to_forever.

11 To/for_what do_you_draw_back hand_of_your and_right_hand_of_your from_folds_of bosom_of_your\f + \fr 74:11 \ft OSHB variant note: חוק/ך: (x-qere) ’חֵֽיקְ/ךָ֣’: lemma_2436 morph_HNcmsc/Sp2ms id_19ngQ חֵֽיקְ/ךָ֣\f* destroy.

12 And_god king_of_my from_east who_does salvation(s) in/on/at/with_midst_of the_earth/land.

13 You you_divided in/on/at/with_strength_of_your the_sea you_shattered the_heads_of sea_monsters on the_waters.

14 You you_crushed the_heads_of Leviathan gave_him food to_people to_creatures_of_the_wilderness.

15 You you_broke_open a_spring and_streams you you_dried_up rivers_of ever-flowing.

16 To/for_yourself(m) day also to/for_yourself(m) night you you_prepared a_luminary and_sun.

17 You you_established all_of the_borders_of the_earth summer and_winter you made_them.

\f + \fr 74:17 \ft OSHB note: BHS has been faithful to the Leningrad Codex where there might be a question of the validity of the form and we keep the same form as BHS.

\f* 18 remember this the_enemy he_taunted Oh_YHWH and_people foolish they_spurned name_of_your.

19 Do_not give to_beasts_of the_life_of dove_of_your the_life_of afflicted_of_your do_not forget to_forever.

20 Pay_attention for_the_covenant if/because the_dark_places_of they_are_full the_land settlements_of violence.

21 Not let_him_turn_back the_oppressed humiliated the_poor and_needy may_they_praise name_of_your.

22 Rise_up Oh_god plead cause_of_your remember scoff_of_you from a_fool all_of the_day.

23 Do_not forget the_sound_of adversaries_of_your the_uproar_of rise_of_your which_goes_up continually.

75:1 God the judge

Thanksgiving for God’s Wondrous Deeds; God the Judge

For the musical director: a song by Asaf to be sung to the tune of ‘Don’t destroy’.

To the leader: Do Not Destroy. A Psalm of Asaph. A Song.; For the leader: set to ‘Destroy not’: a psalm: for Asaph: a song; For the choir director: A psalm of Asaph, to be sung to the tune “Do Not Destroy!” A song.; For the director of music. To the tune of “Do Not Destroy.” A psalm of Asaph. A song.

75 We give thanks to you, God.

We thank >you ≈because you reveal your presence.

People ≈talk about the amazing things you’ve done.

2 At the appointed time I will judge fairly.

3 Although the earth and all &its inhabitants shake in fear,

I’ll steady the earth’s ≈foundations. (Instrumental break.)

4 I told the arrogant, “Stop bragging,”

and the wicked, “Don’t ≈blow your own trumpet.

5 Don’t ≈raise your head ready to charge.

Don’t speak with ≈your nose in the air.”

6 It’s not from the east or from the west,

and it is not from the wilderness that lifting up comes

7 because God is the judge.

He brings one down one and lifts up another

8 because Yahweh has a full cup of foaming wine mixed with spices

that he holds in his hand and pours it out.

Surely all the wicked >people across the earth will drink it to the last drop.

9 ≈But I will continually talk about what you’ve done;

I’ll sing praises to Yakov’s God.

10 He says, “I’ll ≈destroy the power of the wicked,

but will ≈increase the strength of the righteous.”

↑ 75  For_the_director al- tashcheth a_song of_ʼĀşāf a_song.

2 \f + \fr 75:2 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

75.

1\f* we_give_thanks to_you Oh_god we_give_thanks and_near your(ms)_name people_recount wondrous_of_your.

3 \f + \fr 75:3 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

75.

2\f* if/because I_will_take an_appointed_time I uprightness(es) I_will_judge.

4 \f + \fr 75:4 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

75.

3\f* the_earth are_melting_away and_all inhabitants_of_its I I_put_in_order pillars_of_its Şelāh.

5 \f + \fr 75:5 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

75.

4\f* I_say to_the_boastful do_not boast and_to_the_wicked do_not lift_up a_horn.

6 \f + \fr 75:6 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

75.

5\f* do_not lift_up on_the_high horn_of_your_all’s speak in/on/at/with_neck arrogant.

7 \f + \fr 75:7 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

75.

6\f* if/because not from_east and_from_west and_not from_wilderness_of exaltation.

8 \f + \fr 75:8 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

75.

7\f* if/because god is_the_one_who_judges this_one he_brings_low and_this he_lifts_up.

9 \f + \fr 75:9 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

75.

8\f* if/because a_cup in/on/at/with_hand_of YHWH and_wine it_is_foaming full spiced_drink and_pours_out from_it surely dregs_of_its they_will_drain they_will_drink all_of the_wicked_people_of the_earth.

10 \f + \fr 75:10 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

75.

9\f* and_me I_will_declare to_vanishing_point I_will_sing_praises to_god_of Yaˊₐqoⱱ/(Jacob).

11 \f + \fr 75:11 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

75.

10\f* and_all the_horns_of wicked_people I_will_cut_off the_horns_of they_will_be_lifted_up the_righteous.

76:1 God is victorious

God the Victor; Israel’s God—Judge of All the Earth

For the musical director: a song by Asaf ≈to be accompanied by stringed instruments.

For the leader: on stringed instruments: a psalm: for Asaph: a song; To the leader: with stringed instruments. A Psalm of Asaph. A Song.; For the choir director: A psalm of Asaph, to be accompanied by stringed instruments. A song.; For the director of music. With stringed instruments. A psalm of Asaph. A song.

76 God has made himself known in Yehudah (Judah).

≈His ≈reputation is great in Yisrael (Israel).

2 His tent is in Salem.

≈His residence is in Tsiyyon (Zion).

3 There he broke the arrows that were for the bow,

the shield, the sword, and the other weapons of war. (Instrumental break.)

4 You shine brightly and reveal your ≈splendour,

above the hills ?≈where you killed your victims.

5 The brave warriors were plundered.

They slept their last sleep.

All the ≈warriors were ≈helpless.

6 At your rebuke, God of Yakov,

both rider and horse fell asleep.

7 You, yes you, are to be feared.

≈Who can stand in your sight when you are angry?

8 You made your judgement heard from heaven.

The earth was afraid and silent

9 when you, God, ≈took action to execute judgement

and to save all oppressed >people ≈across the world. (Instrumental break.)

10 Surely your angry judgement against humanity will bring you praise.

You ≈cloak yourself with what’s left of your anger.

11 Make promises to your God Yahweh, then keep them.

May all who surround him bring gifts to him who ≈expects to be obeyed.

12 He humbles the spirit of the princes.

He’s feared by the kings ≈across the world.

↑ 76  For_the_director in/on/at/with_stringed_instruments a_song of_ʼĀşāf a_song.

2 \f + \fr 76:2 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

76.

1\f* is_known in/on/at/with_Yəhūdāh/(Judah) god in/on/at/with_Yisrā^ʼēl/(Israel) is_great his/its_name.

3 \f + \fr 76:3 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

76.

2\f* and_he/it_was in/on/at/with_Salem tent_of_his and_dwelling_place_of_his in/on/at/with_Tsiyyōn/(Zion).

4 \f + \fr 76:4 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

76.

3\f* there_at he_shattered flames_of a_bow shield and_sword and_weapons_of_war Şelāh.

5 \f + \fr 76:5 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

76.

4\f* are_lighted_up you are_majestic more_than_mountains_of prey.

6 \f + \fr 76:6 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

76.

5\f* they_were_plundered people_mighty_of heart they_slumbered sleep_of_their and_not all_of they_found the_men_of strength hands_of_his.

7 \f + \fr 76:7 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

76.

6\f* at_rebuke_of_your Oh_god_of Yaˊₐqoⱱ¦256539 was_sleeping and_rider and_horse.

8 \f + \fr 76:8 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

76.

7\f* you are_to_be_feared you and_who will_he_stand to_your_face at_when angry_of_you.

9 \f + \fr 76:9 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

76.

8\f* from_heaven you_proclaimed judgement the_earth it_was_afraid and_still.

10 \f + \fr 76:10 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

76.

9\f* in/on/at/with_rose_up to_the_judgement god to_save all_of the_humble_people_of the_earth Şelāh.

11 \f + \fr 76:11 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

76.

10\f* if/because the_anger_of humankind praise_you the_remainder_of anger(s) you_will_gird_on.

12 \f + \fr 76:12 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

76.

11\f* make_vows and_fulfill to/for_YHWH god_of_your_all’s all_of around_of_him let_them_bring a_gift to_the_who_is_to_be_feared.

13 \f + \fr 76:13 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

76.

12\f* he_humbles the_spirit_of rulers he_is_to_be_feared by_kings_of the_earth.

77:1 God’s leadership

God’s Mighty Deeds Recalled; Comfort in Time of Distress

For the musical director: a song for Yedutun by Asaf.

For the leader: according to Jeduthun: for Asaph: a psalm; For the director of music. For Jeduthun. Of Asaph. A psalm.; To the leader: according to Jeduthun. Of Asaph. A Psalm.; For Jeduthun, the choir director: A psalm of Asaph.

77 I will call out to God with my voice.

I’ll call with my voice to God, and my God will hear me.

2 ≈When I had troubles, I ≈asked my master for help.

At night I stretched my hands out, and they didn’t get tired.

≈The knot in my stomach wouldn’t go away.

3 I thought of God as I groaned.

I thought about him as I grew faint. (Instrumental break.)

4 You held my eyes open.

I was too troubled to speak.

5 I thought about the days of old,

≈about times long past.

6 I call my song to remembrance in the night.

I meditate within my heart,

and my spirit makes searches around diligently.

7 Will my master reject me forever?

≈Will he never again show me favour?

8 Was his loyal commitment gone forever?

≈Had his promise failed forever?

9 Had God forgotten to be gracious?

≈Had his anger ≈masked his compassion? (Instrumental break.)

10 I said, “This is ≈what saddens me:

→the highest >one ≈no longer using his power to help us.”

11 But I will call to mind ≈what you’ve done previously, Yahweh.

≈I will think about ≈the wonderful things that you did in the past.

12 I will ponder all your activities

≈and will reflect on them.

13 Your way, God, is ^without imperfection.

What god compares to our ≈terrific God?

14 You are the God who does miracles.

You’ve revealed your strength among the peoples.

15 You gave your people victory by use of your great power—

the descendants of Yakov and Yosef. (Instrumental break.)

16 The waters saw you, God.

The waters saw you, and they were afraid.

≈The ocean depths trembled.

17 The clouds poured down water.

The cloudy skies also emitted a thunderous sound.

≈Your arrows of lightning flew about.

18 Your thunderous voice was heard in the wind.

The lightning lit up the world.

The earth trembled and shook.

19 Your path went through the sea

and your trail through the surging waters,

but your footprints couldn’t be seen.

20 You led your people like a flock

≈under the supervision of Mosheh and Aharon (Moses and Aaron).

↑ 77  For_the_director on Yədūtūn/(Jeduthun)\f + \fr 77:1 \ft OSHB variant note: ידיתון: (x-qere) ’יְדוּת֗וּן’: lemma_3038 n_1 morph_HNp id_19GNT יְדוּת֗וּן\f* of_ʼĀşāf a_song.

2 \f + \fr 77:2 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

77.

1\f* my_sound/voice to god and_cry_aloud my_sound/voice to god and_hear to_me.

3 \f + \fr 77:3 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

77.

2\f* in/on_day trouble_of_my my_master I_sought hand_of_my night it_was_stretched_out and_not it_grew_numb it_refused to_be_comforted soul_of_my.

4 \f + \fr 77:4 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

77.

3\f* I_will_remember god and_moan I_will_complain my_breath/wind/spirit and_grows_faint Şelāh.

5 \f + \fr 77:5 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

77.

4\f* you_held the_eyelids_of eyes_of_my I_was_troubled and_not I_spoke.

6 \f + \fr 77:6 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

77.

5\f* I_thought_about days from_east years_of antiquiti(es).

7 \f + \fr 77:7 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

77.

6\f* I_will_remember song_of_my in/on/at/with_night with heart_of_my I_will_meditate my_breath/wind/spirit and_ponders.

8 \f + \fr 77:8 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

77.

7\f* the_to_forevers will_he_reject my_master and_not will_he_repeat to_favourable again.

9 \f + \fr 77:9 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

77.

8\f* the_ceased to_forever steadfast_love_of_his has_it_come_to_an_end a_message for_generations and_genration.

10 \f + \fr 77:10 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

77.

9\f* forgotten to_have_compassion god or has_he_shut_off in/on/at/with_anger compassion_of_his Şelāh.

11 \f + \fr 77:11 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

77.

10\f* and_said grief_I it the_changing of_the_right_hand_of the_Most_High.

12 \f + \fr 77:12 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

77.

11\f* I_will_remember\f + \fr 77:12 \ft OSHB variant note: אזכיר: (x-qere) ’אֶזְכּ֥וֹר’: lemma_2142 morph_HVqi1cs id_19pcc אֶזְכּ֥וֹר\f* the_deeds_of Yah if/because I_will_remember from_east wonders_of_your.

13 \f + \fr 77:13 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

77.

12\f* and_meditate in/on/at/with_all_of work_of_your and_in/on/at/with_deeds_of_your I_will_meditate.

14 \f + \fr 77:14 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

77.

13\f* Oh_god in/on/at/with_holy way_of_your who is_a_god great like_ʼElohīm.

15 \f + \fr 77:15 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

77.

14\f* you the_god who_does_of (of)_wonders you_have_made_known in/on/at/with_peoples might_of_your.

16 \f + \fr 77:16 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

77.

15\f* you_redeemed in/on/at/with_arm people_of_your the_descendants_of Yaˊₐqoⱱ/(Jacob) and_Yōşēf/(Joseph) Şelāh.

17 \f + \fr 77:17 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

77.

16\f* saw_you the_waters Oh_god saw_you the_waters they_writhed_in_agony also they_trembled the_deeps.

18 \f + \fr 77:18 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

77.

17\f* they_poured_forth water clouds a_sound\f + \fr 77:18 \ft OSHB note: We read one or more accents in L differently than BHS.

Often this notation indicates a typographical error in BHS.

\f* clouds they_gave_forth also arrows_of_your they_went_about.

19 \f + \fr 77:19 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

77.

18\f* the_sound_of thunder_of_your in/on/at/with_whirlwind lightning_flashes they_lit_up the_world it_trembled and_trembled the_earth/land.

20 \f + \fr 77:20 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

77.

19\f* in/on/at/with_sea way_of_your and_path_of_your\f + \fr 77:20 \ft OSHB variant note: ו/שבילי/ך: (x-qere) ’וּֽ֭/שְׁבִֽילְ/ךָ’: lemma_c/7635 n_1.

0 morph_HC/Ncmsc/Sp2ms id_19tv5 וּֽ֭/שְׁבִֽילְ/ךָ\f* in/on/at/with_waters many and_footprints_of_your not they_were_known.

21 \f + \fr 77:21 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

77.

20\f* you_led like_a_flock people_of_your in/on/at/with_hand_of Mosheh and_ʼAhₐron.

78:1 God’s past goodness

God and His People; God’s Goodness and Israel’s Ingratitude

A song[fn] by Asaf.

A Maskil of Asaph.; A maskil of Asaph.; A maskil: for Asaph; A psalm of Asaph.

78 Hear my teaching, my people.

≈Listen to ≈what I’m saying.

2 I will ≈speak out in parables;

≈I will sing about hidden things about the past.

3 These are things that we have heard and learnt—

things that our ancestors have told us.

4 We won’t keep them from their descendants.

We’ll tell the next generation about Yahweh’s praiseworthy actions,

his strength, and the ≈miracles that he has done.

5 ≈Also he established a rule in Yakov

≈and appointed a law in Yisrael.

He commanded our ancestors

→that they were to teach them to their children.

6 He commanded this so that the generation to come might know his decrees—

the children not yet born who should tell them in turn to their own children.

7 Then they would place their hope in God

and not forget ≈what he’s done

but ≈obey his commands.

8 Then they would not be like their ancestors,

who were a stubborn and rebellious generation—

a generation who ≈didn’t control their hearts,

and whose spirits were not committed and faithful to God.

9 The Efrayimites had many archers,

but they turned back on the day of battle.

10 They didn’t keep &their agreement with God,

and they refused to ≈obey his law.

11 They forgot ≈about what he’d done—

the wonderful things that he had shown them.

12 They forgot the marvellous things that he’d done

in the sight of their ancestors in Egypt (Heb. Mitsrayim) in the Tsoan region.

13 He divided the sea and led them across it.

≈He made the ≈water on each side stand up like walls.

14 In the daytime he led them with a cloud,

^and ≈throughout the night with the light from fire.

15 He split the rocks in the wilderness,

and he gave them ≈plenty of water—≈enough to fill the ocean.

16 He made streams flow out of the rock

≈and made the water flow like rivers.

17 ≈Yet they continued to sin against him,

rebelling against the highest >one in the wilderness.

18 They challenged God in their hearts

by asking for food to satisfy their appetites.

19 They spoke against God, saying,

“Can God really lay out food on a table for us in the wilderness?

20 See, when he struck the rock, #water gushed out

≈and streams overflowed.

But can he give food also?

≈Will he provide meat for his people?”

21 When Yahweh heard that, he was angry

and his fire burned against Yakov.

His anger attacked Yisrael,

22 because they didn’t believe in God

and didn’t trust ≈that he would save them.

23 Yet he commanded the skies above

and opened the doors in the sky.

24 He rained down manna for them to eat.

≈He gave them the grain from heaven.

25 People ate angels’ bread.

He sent them plenty of food.

26 He caused the east wind to blow in the sky,

≈and by his power he guided the south wind.

27 He rained meat down on them like dust—

→birds as numerous as the sand ≈on the seashore.

28 They fell in the middle of their camp—

all around their tents.

29 So they ate and were full.

≈He gave them what they craved.

30 But they hadn’t filled their stomachs yet—

their food was still in their mouths

31 and then God’s anger attacked them

and killed the strongest of them.

≈He brought down Yisrael’s young men.

32 Despite that, they continued to sin

and ≈wouldn’t trust in the wonderful things he would do.

33 ≈So their days were ended uselessly.

Their years were filled with terror.

34 Whenever God afflicted them, they would start to search for him,

and they would return and earnestly look for him.

35 They would call to mind that God was their ≈security

≈and that the highest God was their rescuer.

36 But they’d flatter him with their mouth,

≈and lie to him with their words.

37 Their hearts weren’t firmly fixed on him,

and they weren’t faithful to his agreement.

38 Yet he, being merciful, forgave their ≈disobedience and didn’t destroy them.

≈Yes, many times he held back his anger

≈and didn’t stir up all his rage.

39 He called to mind that they were only made of flesh—

a breath of wind that passes away and doesn’t return.

40 How often they rebelled against him in the wilderness,

≈and grieved him in &those barren regions.

41 Again and again they ≈challenged God

≈and offended the holy one of Yisrael.

42 They didn’t think about his power,

≈or ≡about how he’d rescued them from &their enemy,

43 when he performed his miracles in Egypt

≈and his wonders in the Tsoan region.

44 He turned the Egyptians’ rivers into blood

≈so that they couldn’t drink from their streams.

45 He sent swarms of flies that ≈bit them

≈and frogs that overran their land.

46 He gave their crops to the #grasshoppers

≈and the results of their labour to the #locusts.

47 He destroyed their grapevines with hail

≈and their sycamore fig trees with frost.

48 He rained hail on their cattle

≈and hurled lightning bolts at their livestock.

49 The fierceness of his anger lashed out against them.

He sent rage, fury, and trouble

like agents to bring disaster.

50 He levelled a path for his anger.

He didn’t spare them from death

but gave them over to the plague.

51 He killed all the firstborn in Egypt—

the firstborn of their reproductive strength in Ham’s tents.

52 He led his own people out like sheep

and guided them through the wilderness like a flock.

53 He led them secure and unafraid,

≈but the sea overwhelmed their enemies.

54 Then he brought them to the border of his holy land—

to this mountain that he acquired ≈with his power.

55 He drove out the nations ahead of them

and assigned them their inheritance.

He settled the Israeli tribes in their tents.[ref]

56 ≈Yet they challenged and defied the highest God

and didn’t ≈obey his solemn commands.

57 They were unfaithful and acted treacherously like their ancestors.

They were as unreliable as a faulty bow.

58 They made him angry with their ≈hilltop shrines

≈and provoked him to jealous anger with their idols.

59 When God heard this, he was angry

and completely rejected Yisrael.

60 He abandoned the sanctuary at Shiloh—

the tent where he had lived among people.[ref]

61 He allowed his strength[fn] to be captured

and gave ≈control of his splendour to the enemy.

62 He handed his people over to the sword,

and he was angry with his heritage.

63 Fire devoured their young men,

and their young women had no wedding songs.

64 Their priests fell by the sword,

and their widows ≈had no opportunity to weep.

65 Then my master awakened like someone who’d been asleep—

like a warrior who shouts because ≈he’s been drinking.

66 He drove his opponents back.

He put them to perpetual shame.

67 He rejected Yosef’s tent,

and he didn’t chose the tribe of Efrayim.

68 He chose the tribe of Yehudah

and Mt. Tsiyyon (Zion) that he loved.

69 He built his sanctuary like the heavens—

≈like the earth that he has established forever.

70 He chose his servant David,

≈and took him from the sheep pens.

71 He took him from following the ewes with their young,

and he brought him to shepherd Yakov, his people,

≈and Yisrael, his heritage.

72 David shepherded them with ≈sincere integrity,

and he guided them with his ≈skillful hands.

↑ 78  A_poem of_ʼĀşāf\f + \fr 78:1 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

78.

1\f* hear people_of_my teaching_of_my incline ears_of_your_all’s to_messages_of mouth_of_my.

2 I_will_open in/on/at/with_parable mouth_of_my I_will_pour_forth riddles from antiquity.

3 Which we_have_heard and_known_them and_fathers_of_our they_have_recounted to/for_us.

4 Not we_will_hide from_children_of_their to_generation later we_will_recount the_praises_of YHWH and_might_of_his and_wonders_of_his which he_has_done.

5 And_established a_transcript in/on/at/with_Yaˊₐqoⱱ/(Jacob) and_law he_appointed in/on/at/with_Yisrā^ʼēl/(Israel) which he_commanded DOM fathers_of_our to_teach_them to_children_of_their.

6 So_that they_may_know a_generation later children who_they_will_be_born they_will_arise and_tell to_children_of_their.

7 And_put in/on/at/with_god confidence_of_their and_not they_will_forget the_deeds_of god and_commands_of_his they_will_observe.

8 And_not they_will_be like_fathers_of_their a_generation stubborn and_rebellious a_generation which_not it_directed his/its_heart and_not it_was_faithful with god his/its_breath/wind/spirit.

9 The_people_of ʼEfrayim were_equipped_of shooters_of a_bow they_turned_back in/on_day battle.

10 Not they_kept the_covenant_of god and_in/on/at/with_law_of_his they_refused to_walk.

11 And_forgot deeds_of_he and_wonders_of_his which shown_them.

12 Before fathers_of_their he_did wonders in_land of_Miʦrayim/(Egypt) the_region_of Tsoˊan/(Zoan).

13 He_split_open the_sea and_pass_through_them and_stand the_waters like a_heap.

14 And_led_them in/on/at/with_cloud by_day and_all the_night in/on/at/with_light_of a_fire.

15 He_split_open rocks in/on/at/with_wilderness and_gave_drink as_depths much.

16 And_brought_out streams of_rock and_flow_down like_the_rivers water.

17 And_more again\f + \fr 78:17 \ft OSHB note: We read one or more accents in L differently than BHS.

Often this notation indicates a typographical error in BHS.

\f* to_sin to_him/it by_rebelling the_Most_High in/on/at/with_wilderness.

18 And_tested god in/on/at/with_heart_of_their by_demanding food for_craved_of_they.

19 And_they_spoke in/on/at/with_god they_said can god to_spread a_table in/on/at/with_wilderness.

20 There he_struck a_rock and_gushed_out waters and_streams they_overflowed also food is_he_able to_give or will_he_prepare meat for_people_of_his.

21 For_so/thus/hence YHWH he_heard and_very_angry and_fire it_was_kindled in/on/at/with_Yaˊₐqoⱱ/(Jacob) and_also anger it_went_up in/on/at/with_Yisrā^ʼēl/(Israel).

22 If/because not they_trusted in/on/at/with_god and_not they_trusted in/on/at/with_salvation_of_his.

23 And_he/it_commanded clouds at_above and_doors_of heaven he_opened.

24 And_rained_down on_them manna to_eat and_grain_of heaven he_gave them_them.

25 bread_of mighty_ones everyone he_ate provisions he_sent to/for_them in_abundance.

26 He_led_out an_east_wind in/on/at/with_heavens and_drove in/on/at/with_power_of_his a_south_wind.

27 And_rained on_them like_the_dust meat and_like_sand_of the_seas birds_of wing.

28 And_he/it_made_fall/lie_down in/on/at/with_midst_of camp_of_their around about_dwellings_of_their.

29 And_ate and_filled exceedingly and_what_craved_of_they he_brought to/for_them.

30 Not they_had_become_estranged from_craving_of_their still food_of_their in/on/at/with_mouths_of_their.

31 And_anger_of god it_went_up in/among_them and_killed in/on/at/with_strongest_of_them and_young_men_of Yisrā^ʼēl/(Israel) he_made_bow_down.

32 In_all this they_sinned again and_not they_believed in/on/at/with_wonders_of_his.

33 And_they_were_ended/finished in/on/at/with_futility days_of_their and_years_of_their in/on/at/with_terror.

34 If killed_them and_sought_him and_repented and_sought_earnestly god.

35 And_remembered if/because_that god rock_of_their and_god Most_High redeemer_of_their.

36 And_deceived_him in/on/at/with_mouths_of_their and_in/on/at/with_tongues_of_their they_lied to_him/it.

37 And_heart_of_their not was_steadfast with_him/it and_not they_were_faithful in/on/at/with_covenant_of_his.

38 And_he was_compassionate he_atoned_for iniquity and_not he_destroyed_them and_often to_restrained anger_of_his and_not he_stirred_up all_of severe_anger_of_his.

39 And_remembered if/because_that were_flesh they a_wind which_goes and_not it_returns.

40 As_the_how rebelled_against_him in/on/at/with_wilderness grieved_him in/on/at/with_wilderness.

41 And_again_and_again and_tested god and_holy_of Yisrā^ʼēl/(Israel) they_pained.

\f + \fr 78:41 \ft OSHB note: BHS has been faithful to the Leningrad Codex where there might be a question of the validity of the form and we keep the same form as BHS.

\f* 42 not they_remembered DOM his/its_hand the_day when redeemed_them from the_foe.

43 When he_performed in/on/at/with_Miʦrayim/(Egypt) signs_of_his and_wonders_of_his in/on/at/with_region_of Tsoˊan/(Zoan).

44 And_turned to_blood rivers_of_their and_streams_of_their not drink.

45 He_sent (is)_in_them a_swarm_of_flies and_devoured_them and_frogs and_destroyed_them.

46 And_he/it_gave to_the_caterpillar crops_of_their and_fruit_of_labour_of_their to_the_locust.

47 He_killed in/on/at/with_hail vines_of_their and_sycamore_trees_of_their in/on/at/with_frost.

48 And_gave_over to_the_hail cattle_of_their and_livestock_of_their to_the_lightning_bolts.

49 He_sent in/on/at/with_them the_burning_of anger_of_his fury and_indignation and_trouble a_deputation_of messengers_of calamities.

50 He_made_level a_path for_anger_of_his not he_kept_back from_death soul_of_their and_lives_of_their to_the_plague he_delivered_up.

51 And_struck_down every_of firstborn in/on/at/with_Miʦrayim the_beginning_of generative_power(s) in/on/at/with_tents_of Ḩām.

52 And_led_out like_the_sheep people_of_his and_guided_them like_a_flock in/on/at/with_wilderness.

53 And_led_them in_safety and_not they_were_afraid and_DOM enemies_of_their it_covered the_sea.

54 And_he/it_brought_them to the_territory_of holy_of_his the_mountain_of which it_had_acquired right_hand_of_his.

55 And_he/it_drove_out from_their_face/front nations and_apportioned_them in/on/at/with_lot_of an_inheritance and_he/it_made_stay/reside in/on/at/with_tents_of_their the_tribes_of Yisrā^ʼēl/(Israel).

56 And_tested and_rebelled_against DOM god Most_High and_decrees_of_his not they_kept.

57 And_turned_away and_faithless like_fathers_of_their they_changed like_bow_of deceit.

58 And_provoked_toanger_him in/on/at/with_high_places_of_their and_in/on/at/with_idols_of_their aroused_jealousy_his.

59 god He_heard and_very_angry and_rejected exceedingly in/on/at/with_Yisrā^ʼēl/(Israel).

60 And_abandoned the_tabernacle_of Shiloh the_tent which_he_had_pitched in/on/at/with_men.

61 And_he/it_gave to_the_captivity strength_of_his and_splendour_of_his in/on/at/with_hand_of the_foe.

62 And_gave_over to_the_sword people_of_his and_in/on/at/with_inheritance_of_his he_was_furious.

63 Young_men_of_his it_consumed fire and_young_women_of_his not they_were_praised.

64 Priests_of_his in/on/at/with_sword they_fell and_widows_of_their not they_wept.

65 And_awoke as_sleep my_master like_warrior overcome of_wine.

66 And_beat adversaries_of_his backwards a_reproach_of perpetuity he_gave them_them.

67 And_rejected in/on/at/with_tent_of Yōşēf/(Joseph) and_in/on/at/with_tribe_of ʼEfrayim not he_chose.

68 And_chose DOM the_tribe_of Yəhūdāh/(Judah) DOM the_mountain_of Tsiyyōn/(Zion) which he_loved.

69 And_he/it_built like the_high_things sanctuary_of_his like_earth established_that to_forever.

70 And_chose in/on/at/with_Dāvid servant_of_his and_took_him from_pens_of sheep.

71 From_following nursing_ewes brought_him to_shepherd in/on/at/with_Yaˊₐqoⱱ/(Jacob) people_of_his and_in/on/at/with_Yisrā^ʼēl/(Israel) inheritance_of_his.

72 And_shepherded_them with_integrity_of heart_of_his and_in/on/at/with_skillful_of hands_of_his guided_them.

79:1 A prayer for national restoration

A Prayer for the Nation’s Deliverance; Plea for Mercy for Jerusalem

A song by Asaf.

A Psalm of Asaph.; A psalm: for Asaph; A psalm of Asaph.

79 God, foreign nations have come into the land you gave as an inheritance.

They have defiled your holy temple.

They have turned Yerushalem (Jerusalem) into a heap of ruins.

2 They have given the dead bodies of your servants as food to the birds in the skies—

the bodies of your faithful ones to the animals on the ground.

3 They’ve shed their blood around Yerushalem like water,

and there wasn’t anyone to bury them.

4 We have become a reproach for our neighbours—

mocked and scorned by those around us.

5 How long, Yahweh? Will you stay angry forever?

For how long will your jealous anger burn like fire?

6 Pour out your rage on the nations that don’t know you

and on the kingdoms that don’t ≈pray to you,

7 because they’ve devoured Yakov (Jacob/Israel)

and destroyed his villages.

8 Don’t hold the sins of our ancestors against us.

May ≈we experience your acts of mercy, because we’re very ≈discouraged.

9 Help us, God of our salvation, for the sake of the glory of your name.

≈Save us and forgive our sins for the sake of your ≈reputation.

10 Why should the nations say, “Where is their God?”

Let your servants’ blood that was shed

be avenged on the nations before our eyes.

11 May the groans of the prisoners come before you.

Keep ≈those condemned to death alive with the greatness of your power.

12 Pay back seven times as much into the laps of our neighbouring countries

as repayment for the insults with which they have insulted you, Lord.

13 So we your people, and sheep of your pasture,

will give you thanks forever.

≈We will tell your praises to all generations.

↑ 79  A_song of_ʼĀşāf\f + \fr 79:1 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

79.

1\f* Oh_god they_have_come the_nations in/on/at/with_inheritance_of_your they_have_made_unclean DOM the_temple_of holy_of_your they_have_made DOM Yərūshālam/(Jerusalem) in_ruins.

2 They_have_given DOM the_corpses_of your_servants food to_birds_of the_heavens the_flesh_of faithful_of_your to_beasts_of the_earth.

3 They_have_poured_out blood_of_their like_the_water round_about_of Yərūshālam/(Jerusalem) and_there_was_no one_who_buried_them.

4 We_have_become a_reproach to_neighbours_of_our mockery and_derision to_around_of_us.

5 Until when Oh_YHWH will_you_be_angry to_forever will_it_burn like fire jealousy_of_your.

6 Pour_out severe_anger_of_your against the_nations which not know_you and_on kingdoms which in/on/at/with_name_of_your not they_call.

7 If/because it_has_consumed DOM Yaˊₐqoⱱ¦257580 and_DOM habitation_of_his they_have_devastated.

8 Do_not remember to/for_us the_iniquities the_forefathers quickly come_tomeet_us compassion_of_your if/because we_have_become_low exceedingly.

9 Help_us Oh_god_of salvation_of_our on the_matter_of the_glory_of your(ms)_name and_deliver_us and_forgive on sins_of_our for_the_sake_of name’s_of_your.

10 To/for_what will_they_say the_nations where god_of_their let_it_be_known in/on/at/with_nations\f + \fr 79:10 \ft OSHB variant note: ב/גיים: (x-qere) ’בַּ/גּוֹיִ֣ם’: lemma_b/1471 a morph_HRd/Ncmpa id_19XXo בַּ/גּוֹיִ֣ם\f* before_eyes_of_our the_vengeance_of the_blood_of your_servants the_outpoured.

11 May_it_come to_your_face the_groaning_of the_prisoner according_to_great_of power_of_your leave_over the_sons_of death.

12 And_return to_neighbours_of_our sevenfold into bosom_of_their reproach_of_their which taunted_you my_master.

13 And_we people_of_your and_sheep_of pasture_of_your we_will_give_thanks to_you to_forever to_generation and_generation we_will_recount praise_of_your.

80:1 A prayer for national restoration

Prayer for Israel’s Restoration; A Prayer for the Nation’s Restoration

For the musical director: a song by Asaf to be sung to the tune of ‘Lilies of Agreement.’

For the leader: set to ‘Lilies’: a testimony: for Asaph: a psalm; For the director of music. To the tune of “The Lilies of the Covenant.” Of Asaph. A psalm.; To the leader: on Lilies, a Covenant. Of Asaph. A Psalm.; For the choir director: A psalm of Asaph, to be sung to the tune “Lilies of the Covenant.”

80 Pay attention, Yisrael’s shepherd.

You who lead Yosef (Joseph, meaning Israel) like a flock;

You who sit above the winged creatures on the sacred chest, shine on us!

2 In the sight of Efrayim and Benyamin and Menashsheh, stir up your power.

Come and save us.

3 God, restore us;

≈Show us your favour and then we’ll be saved.

4 Army commander Yahweh,

how long will you be angry at your people when they pray?

5 You have fed them with bread ≈made from tears

and given them tears to drink in great quantities.

6 You make us something for our neighbours to argue over,

and our enemies ≈laugh about us among themselves.

7 Army commander God, restore us.

≈Show us your favour and then we’ll be saved.

8 You brought a grapevine out of Egypt.

You drove out nations then transplanted it.

9 You cleared the land for it,

→and @the grapevine took root and filled the land.

10 The mountains were covered with its shade.

≈God’s cedars ≡were covered by its branches.

11 It sent out its branches as far as the sea

≈and its shoots to the Euphrates River.

12 Why have you broken down ≈the walls around it

→so that all who pass by along the road pick its fruit?

13 The boars out of the forest ruin it,

≈and the animals in the countryside feed on it.

14 Turn back, army commander God.

Look down from heaven and take notice and take care of this grapevine.

15 This is the root that you planted ≈by your power—

the shoot that you made grow.

16 It has been cut down and burnt.

They perish at your rebuke.

17 May your hand be on the man ≈you’ve given your power to—

on the son of humanity who you made strong for yourself.

18 Then we won’t turn away from you.

Revive us, and we’ll always ≈pray to you.

19 Army commander Yahweh God, restore us.

≈Show us your favour and then we’ll be saved.

↑ 80  For_the_director to Shoshannim eduth of_ʼĀşāf a_song.

2 \f + \fr 80:2 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

80.

1\f* Oh_shepherd_of Yisrā^ʼēl/(Israel) give_ear Oh_you_who_lead like_a_flock Yōşēf/(Joseph) Oh_you_who_sit_of the_cherubim shine_forth.

3 \f + \fr 80:3 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

80.

2\f* to_(the)_face_of/in_front_of/before ʼEfrayim and_Binyāmīn and_Mənashsheh stir_up DOM power_of_your and_come to_save to/for_ourselves.

4 \f + \fr 80:4 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

80.

3\f* Oh_god restore_us and_shine face_of_your and_saved.

5 \f + \fr 80:5 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

80.

4\f* Oh_YHWH god hosts until when have_you_smoked in/on/at/with_prayers_of people_of_your.

6 \f + \fr 80:6 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

80.

5\f* fed_them bread_of tears and_given_to_drink_them in/on/at/with_tears a_third_of_a_measure.

7 \f + \fr 80:7 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

80.

6\f* make_us a_contention to_neighbours_of_our and_enemies_of_our they_mock among_themselves.

8 \f + \fr 80:8 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

80.

7\f* Oh_god hosts restore_us and_shine face_of_your and_saved.

9 \f + \fr 80:9 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

80.

8\f* a_vine from_Miʦrayim/(Egypt) you_uprooted you_drove_out nations and_planted_it.

10 \f + \fr 80:10 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

80.

9\f* you_made_clear to/for_before_of_it and_took root_of_her and_filled the_land.

11 \f + \fr 80:11 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

80.

10\f* mountains they_were_covered shade_of_its and_branches_of_its the_cedars_of god.

12 \f + \fr 80:12 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

80.

11\f* it_stretched_out branches_of_its to the_sea and_near/to the_river shoots_of_its.

13 \f + \fr 80:13 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

80.

12\f* to/for_what have_you_broken_down walls_of_its and_pick_it all_of those_who_pass_by_of the_road.

14 \f + \fr 80:14 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

80.

13\f* ravages_it wild_boar from\f + \fr 80:14 \ft OSHB note: Suspended letter(s).

Shown as suspended letters without a superscript note number.

\f* and_creatures_of the_field feed_on_it.

15 \f + \fr 80:15 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

80.

14\f* Oh_god hosts return please pay_attention from_heaven and_see and_take_care_of vine this.

16 \f + \fr 80:16 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

80.

15\f* and_root which it_planted right_hand_of_your and_concerning the_son whom_you_made_strong for_yourself.

17 \f + \fr 80:17 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

80.

16\f* it_is_burned in/on/at/with_fire it_is_cut_down at_rebuke_of countenance_of_your they_will_perish.

18 \f + \fr 80:18 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

80.

17\f* may_it_be hand_of_your on the_man_of right_hand_of_your on the_son_of humankind whom_you_have_made_strong for_yourself.

19 \f + \fr 80:19 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

80.

18\f* and_not we_will_turn_back from_you revive_us and_in/on/at/with_name_of_your we_will_call.

20 \f + \fr 80:20 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

80.

19\f* Oh_YHWH god hosts restore_us make_shine face_of_your and_saved.

81:1 Thanking God for relief

A Song for a Festival; God’s Appeal to Stubborn Israel

For the musical director: a song by Asaf ≈to be accompanied by stringed instruments.[fn]

To the leader: according to The Gittith. Of Asaph.; For the director of music. According to gittith. Of Asaph.; For the choir director: A psalm of Asaph, to be accompanied by a stringed instrument.; For the leader: according to the gittith: for Asaph

81 Sing aloud to God our strength.

≈Shout out to Yakov’s God with happiness.

2 Sing a song and play the tambourine—

the pleasant lyre with the harp.

3 Blow the trumpet on the day of the new moon,

≈on the day of the full moon, when our celebration begins,

4 because it’s a statute for Yisrael—

≈a decree given by Yakov’s God.

5 He issued it as a regulation in Yosef (Joseph, but referring to Yisrael)

when he went against Egypt,

where I heard a voice that I didn’t recognize:

6 “I removed the burden from his shoulder.

His hands were freed from having to hold the basket.

7 In your distress you called out, and I helped you.

I answered you from a dark thundercloud.

I tested you at the waters of Meribah. (Instrumental break.)

8 Listen, my people, ≈yes, I’ll warn you, Yisrael.

If you would only listen to me.

9 There mustn’t be any foreign god among you.

≈You mustn’t worship any foreign god.

10 I’m your God Yahweh who brought you out of Egypt.

Open your mouth wide, and I’ll fill it.

11 ≈But my people didn’t listen to my words.

≈Yisrael didn’t obey me.

12 So I ≈let them go their own stubborn way

so that they could do whatever seemed okay to them.

13 If only my people would listen to me.

If only my people would ≈follow my ways.

14 If they did, I’d quickly subdue their enemies

and ≈use my strength against ≈those who oppress them.

15 May those who hate Yahweh cringe in fear before him.

≈May they be humiliated forever.

16 I would feed Yisrael with the finest ≈bread.

≈I would satisfy you with honey out of the rock.”

↑ 81  For_the_director on the_gittit of_ʼĀşāf.

2 \f + \fr 81:2 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

81.

1\f* sing_for_joy to_god strength_of_our shout_for_joy to_god_of Yaˊₐqoⱱ/(Jacob).

3 \f + \fr 81:3 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

81.

2\f* lift_up music and_strike a_tambourine a_harp pleasant with a_lyre.

4 \f + \fr 81:4 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

81.

3\f* blow in/on/at/with_new_moon a_ram’s_horn in/on/at/with_full_moon on_day_of feast_of_our.

5 \f + \fr 81:5 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

81.

4\f* if/because is_a_decree for_Yisrā^ʼēl/(Israel) it an_ordinance of_god_of of_Yaˊₐqoⱱ¦257911.

6 \f + \fr 81:6 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

81.

5\f* a_transcript in/on/at/with_Yōşēf/(Joseph) established_it in_his/its_coming_out on the_land_of Miʦrayim/(Egypt) a_language_of (of)_which_not I_knew I_heard.

7 \f + \fr 81:7 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

81.

6\f* I_removed from_burden shoulder_of_his hands_of_his from_basket they_passed_away.

8 \f + \fr 81:8 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

81.

7\f* in/on/at/with_distress you_called_out and_rescued_you answered_you in/on/at/with_secret_place_of thunder tested_you at the_waters_of Mərīⱱāh Şelāh.

9 \f + \fr 81:9 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

81.

8\f* listen people_of_my and_admonish on/over_you(fs) Oh_Yisrā^ʼēl/(Israel) if you_will_listen to_me.

10 \f + \fr 81:10 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

81.

9\f* not it_will_be in_you(ms) a_god strange and_not you_must_bow_down to_god_of foreignness.

11 \f + \fr 81:11 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

81.

10\f* I am_YHWH god_of_your the_brought_up_of_you from_land_of Miʦrayim make_large mouth_of_your and_fill_it.

12 \f + \fr 81:12 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

81.

11\f* and_not people_of_my it_listened to_voice_of_my and_Yisrā^ʼēl/(Israel) not it_yielded to_me.

13 \f + \fr 81:13 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

81.

12\f* and_gave_over_them in/on/at/with_stubborn_of hearts_of_their they_walked in/on/at/with_counsels_of_their_own.

14 \f + \fr 81:14 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

81.

13\f* if people_of_my will_be_listening to_me Yisrā^ʼēl/(Israel) in/on/at/with_ways_of_my they_will_walk.

15 \f + \fr 81:15 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

81.

14\f* as_quickly enemies_of_their I_will_subdue and_against foes_of_their I_will_turn hand_of_my.

16 \f + \fr 81:16 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

81.

15\f* those_who_hate_of (of)_YHWH they_will_cringe to_him/it fate_of_their and_let_it_be to_forever.

17 \f + \fr 81:17 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

81.

16\f* and_feed_him with_finest_of the_wheat and_from_rock honey satisfy_you.

82:1 God the defender

A Plea for Justice; God the Supreme Ruler

A song by Asaf.

A Psalm of Asaph.; A psalm: for Asaph; A psalm of Asaph.

82 God stands in the divine assembly.

He renders judgement among the gods.

2 For how long will you judge unjustly

and show favouritism to the wicked? (Instrumental break.)

3 Defend the poor and the fatherless.

≈Maintain the rights of those who are afflicted and destitute.

4 Rescue the poor and needy—

≈≈help them escape from the control of the wicked >people.

5 They neither know nor understand.

They wander around in the darkness.

All the earth’s foundations crumble.

6 I said, “You are ‘gods’,

and all of you are sons of the highest >one.

7 Nevertheless you will die like men

and fall like one of the ≈leaders.”

8 ≈Take action, God, judge the earth,

because you have an inheritance in all the nations.

↑ 82  A_song of_ʼĀşāf\f + \fr 82:1 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

82.

1\f* god is_taking_his_stand in/on/at/with_assembly_of god in/on/at/with_midst_of the_gods he_gives_judgement.

2 Until when will_you_all_judge injustice and_faces_of wicked_people will_you_all_lift_up Şelāh.

3 Give_judgement_for the_poor and_fatherless the_afflicted and_destitute vindicate.

4 Deliver the_poor and_needy from_hand_of wicked_people rescue_them.

5 Not they_know and_not they_understand in/on/at/with_darkness they_walk_about all_of they_are_shaken the_foundations_of the_earth.

6 I I_said are_gods you_all and_the_sons the_Most_High all_of_you_all.

7 Nevertheless like_men die and_like_any_of the_ruler you_all_will_fall.

8 Rise_up Oh_god judge the_earth/land if/because you you_have_an_inheritance in_all the_nations.

83:1 Praying for victory over enemies

A Prayer for the Defeat of Israel’s Enemies; Prayer for Judgment on Israel’s Foes

A song by Asaf.

A psalm of Asaph. A song.; A Song. A Psalm of Asaph.; A song. A psalm of Asaph.; A song: a psalm: for Asaph

83 God, don’t be silent.

≈Don’t ignore us and remain unmoved, God.

2 Look, your enemies are making a commotion,

≈and those who hate you ≈starting to cause trouble.

3 They conspire against your people,

≈and plan together against your protected ones.

4 They’ve said, “Come, and let’s destroy them as a nation,

→then the name of Yisrael will ^soon be forgotten.”

5 They schemed together with ≈a unified strategy.

≈they made an alliance against you—

6 the tents of Edom and the Ishmaelites,

≈of Moab and the Hagrites,

7 Gebal, Ammon, Amalek,

and also Philistia and the inhabitants of Tsor.

8 Assyria also has joined with them.

They have become an arm for the descendants of Lot. (Instrumental break.)

9 Do to them as you did to Midyan,[ref]

as you did to Sisera and to Yabin at the Kishon River.[ref]

10 They perished at Eyndor

→and became like dung on the ground.

11 Make their nobles like Orev and Zeev,

and all their princes like Zevah and Tsalmunna.

12 They said, “Let’s take God’s pastures for ourselves.”

13 My God, make them like the whirling dust.

≈≡Make them like chaff ≈blown around by the wind,

14 like the fire that burns a forest,

≈≈or like a flame that sets mountains on fire.

15 Chase them with your strong wind,

≈and terrify them with your windstorm.

16 ≈Cause them to be very ashamed

so that they might ≈want to find out more about you, Yahweh.

17 May they be put to shame and be terrified forever.

May they perish in disgrace.

18 Then they will know that you alone, Yahweh,

are to be honoured as the highest >one over all the earth.

↑ 83  A_song a_song of_ʼĀşāf.

2 \f + \fr 83:2 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

83.

1\f* Oh_god let_not rest to/for_you(fs) do_not be_silent and_not be_inactive Oh_god.

3 \f + \fr 83:3 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

83.

2\f* if/because here enemies_of_your make_an_uproar and_hate_of_you they_have_lifted a_head.

4 \f + \fr 83:4 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

83.

3\f* on people_of_your they_make_crafty counsel and_consult_together on treasured_of_your.

5 \f + \fr 83:5 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

83.

4\f* they_have_said come and_wipe_out_them as_nation and_not the_name_of it_will_be_remembered of_Yisrā^ʼēl/(Israel) again.

6 \f + \fr 83:6 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

83.

5\f* if/because they_have_consulted heart together against_you a_covenant they_are_making.

7 \f + \fr 83:7 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

83.

6\f* the_tents_of ʼEdōm and_Yishmāˊ^ʼēlī Mōʼāⱱ¦258190 and_Hagrī.

8 \f + \fr 83:8 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

83.

7\f* Gebal and_ˊAmmōn and_ˊAmālēq Fəleshet with the_inhabitants_of Tsor/(Tyre).

9 \f + \fr 83:9 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

83.

8\f* also ʼAshshūr it_has_joined_itself with_them they_have_become an_arm to_children_of Lōţ Şelāh.

10 \f + \fr 83:10 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

83.

9\f* do to/for_them as_Midyān as_Şīşərāʼ as_Yāⱱīn/(Jabin) in/on/at/with_river_of Qīshōn.

11 \f + \fr 83:11 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

83.

10\f* they_were_destroyed in/on/at/with_En- dor they_became dung for_the_ground.

12 \f + \fr 83:12 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

83.

11\f* make_them nobles_of_their like_ˊOrēⱱ¦258238 and_like_Zəʼēⱱ¦258239 and_like_Zeⱱaḩ and_like_Tsalmunnāˊ/(Tsalmōn/(Zalmun)na) all_of princes_of_their.

13 \f + \fr 83:13 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

83.

12\f* who they_said let_us_take_possession_of to/for_ourselves DOM the_pastures_of god.

14 \f + \fr 83:14 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

83.

13\f* god_of_my make_them like_the_tumbleweed like_chaff to_(the)_face_of/in_front_of/before a_wind.

15 \f + \fr 83:15 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

83.

14\f* as_fire which_it_burns a_forest and_as_flame which_it_sets_ablaze mountains.

16 \f + \fr 83:16 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

83.

15\f* so pursue_them in/on/at/with_tempest_of_your and_in/on/at/with_storm_of_your terrify_them.

17 \f + \fr 83:17 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

83.

16\f* fill faces_of_their shame and_seek name_of_your Oh_YHWH.

18 \f + \fr 83:18 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

83.

17\f* may_they_be_ashamed and_dismayed until_of perpetuity and_in_disgrace and_perish.

19 \f + \fr 83:19 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

83.

18\f* and_know if/because_that you name_of_whose is_YHWH by_yourself_of_you are_the_Most_High over all_of the_earth/land.

84:1 Longing to be in Yahweh’s courtyards

The Joy of Worship in the Temple; Longing for God’s House

For the musical director: a song by Korah’s descendants ≈to be accompanied by stringed instrument.[fn]

To the leader: according to The Gittith. Of the Korahites. A Psalm.; For the choir director: A psalm of the descendants of Korah, to be accompanied by a stringed instrument.; For the leader: according to the gittith: for the Korahites: a psalm; For the director of music. According to gittith. Of the Sons of Korah. A psalm.

84 How lovely is the place where you live,

army commander Yahweh.

2 I long to be in Yahweh’s temple courtyards—my desire for them has made me exhausted.

My heart and all of my being call out to the living God.

3 Even the sparrow has found herself a house

≈and the swallow a nest for herself where she may lay her young

near your altars, army commander Yahweh, my King, and my God.

4 Blessed are they who live in your house;

They praise you continually. (Instrumental break.)

5 Blessed is the person who ≈trusts you for their strength—

who ≈thinks about how to travel to Mt. Tsiyyon (Zion).

6 Passing through the Valley of Tears, they find springs of water to drink.

The early rains cover it with blessings

7 They go from strength to strength.

Every one of them appears before God in Tsiyyon.

8 Army commander God Yahweh, hear my prayer.

≈God of Yakov, listen to what I’m saying. (Instrumental break.)

9 God, watch over our ≈defender.

Show concern for your anointed >one.

10 ≈Yes, one day in your courtyards is better than a thousand elsewhere.

I would rather be a doorkeeper in my God’s house,

than to live in the tents of the wicked,

11 because Yahweh God is our sun and shield.

Yahweh will give grace and glory.

He doesn’t withhold any good thing from those who walk in integrity.

12 Army commander Yahweh,

blessed is the person who trusts in you.

↑ 84  For_the_director on the_gittit of_sons_of of_Qoraḩ a_song.

2 \f + \fr 84:2 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

84.

1\f* how lovely dwelling_place_of_your Oh_YHWH hosts.

3 \f + \fr 84:3 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

84.

2\f* it_has_longed and_also it_is_exhausted soul_of_my for_courts_of YHWH heart_of_my and_flesh_of_my they_shout_for_joy to god living.

4 \f + \fr 84:4 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

84.

3\f* also a_bird it_has_found a_home and_swallow a_nest to/for_her/it which it_has_put young_of_her with altars_of_your Oh_YHWH hosts king_of_my and_god_of_my.

5 \f + \fr 84:5 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

84.

4\f* how_blessed are_those_who_dwell_of house_of_your still praise_you Şelāh.

6 \f + \fr 84:6 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

84.

5\f* how_blessed is_a_person who_strength to_him/it in/on/at/with_you who_highways in/on/at/with_heart_of_whose.

7 \f + \fr 84:7 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

84.

6\f* those_who_pass_of in/on/at/with_valley_of the_baca a_spring make_it also blessings early_rain it_covers_it.

8 \f + \fr 84:8 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

84.

7\f* they_go from_strength to strength he_presents_himself to god in/on/at/with_Tsiyyōn/(Zion).

9 \f + \fr 84:9 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

84.

8\f* Oh_YHWH god hosts hear prayer_of_my give_ear Oh_god_of Yaˊₐqoⱱ/(Jacob) Şelāh.

10 \f + \fr 84:10 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

84.

9\f* shield_of_our look_at Oh_god and_look the_face_of anointed_of_your.

11 \f + \fr 84:11 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

84.

10\f* if/because is_good a_day in/on/at/with_courts_of_your than_a_thousand I_have_chosen to_stand_at_the_threshold in_house_of god_of_my than_dwell in/on/at/with_tents_of wickedness.

12 \f + \fr 84:12 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

84.

11\f* if/because is_a_sun and_shield YHWH god favour and_honour YHWH he_gives not he_withholds good from_those_walk in/on/at/with_integrity.

13 \f + \fr 84:13 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

84.

12\f* Oh_YHWH hosts how_blessed is_anyone who_trusts on/over_you(fs).

85:1 Prayer for national peace

Prayer for the Restoration of God’s Favour; A Prayer for the Nation’s Welfare

For the musical director: a song by Korah’s descendants.

85 Yahweh, you’ve shown favour to your ≈country.

≈You have restored Yakov’s well-being.

2 You have forgiven your people’s ≈disobedience.

≈You’ve covered over all their sin. (Instrumental break.)

3 You have withdrawn all your rage.

≈You’ve turned back from your hot anger.

4 Restore us, God ≈who saves us,

and ≈don’t stay upset with us.

5 Will you be angry with us forever?

≈Will you remain angry throughout future generations?

6 Won’t you revive us again?

Then your people could be happy about you.

7 Show us your loyal commitment, Yahweh.

≈Grant us your salvation.

8 I will listen to what Yahweh God says,

because he will make peace with his people—his faithful ones,

yet they mustn’t turn back again to ≈doing foolish things.

9 ≈Certainly he must be close to rescuing those who strive to obey him,

then glory[fn] will remain in our land.

10 Loyal commitment and trustworthiness have met together.

≈Righteousness and peace have kissed each other.

11 Trustworthiness springs up from the ground,

≈and righteousness looks down from the sky.

12 Yes, Yahweh will give his good blessings,

→and then our land will yield its crops.

13 Righteousness will go before @Yahweh,

→and make a way for his footsteps.

↑ 85  For_the_director of_sons_of of_Qoraḩ a_song.

2 \f + \fr 85:2 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

85.

1\f* you_showed_favour_to Oh_YHWH land_of_your you_turned_back the_captivity_of\f + \fr 85:2 \ft OSHB variant note: שבות: (x-qere) ’שְׁבִ֣ית’: lemma_7622 morph_HNcfsc id_19opW שְׁבִ֣ית\f* of_Yaˊₐqoⱱ¦258487.

3 \f + \fr 85:3 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

85.

2\f* you_forgave the_iniquity_of people_of_your you_covered all_of sin_of_their Şelāh.

4 \f + \fr 85:4 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

85.

3\f* you_withdrew all_of severe_anger_of_your you_turned_back from_hot_of anger_of_your.

5 \f + \fr 85:5 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

85.

4\f* restore_us Oh_god_of salvation_of_our and_put_away indignation_of_your toward_us.

6 \f + \fr 85:6 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

85.

5\f* the_to_forever will_you_be_angry in/on/at/with_us will_you_prolong anger_of_your to_generation and_generation.

7 \f + \fr 85:7 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

85.

6\f* not you will_you_return revive_us and_people_of_your they_will_rejoice in/on/at/with_you.

8 \f + \fr 85:8 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

85.

7\f* show_us Oh_YHWH steadfast_love_of_your and_salvation_of_your you_will_give to/for_us.

9 \f + \fr 85:9 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

85.

8\f* I_will_listen_to whatever he_will_say the_god YHWH if/because he_will_speak peace to people_of_his and_near/to faithful_of_his and_not let_them_return to_folly.

10 \f + \fr 85:10 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

85.

9\f* surely is_near to_fear_of_him salvation_of_his that_dwell glory in/on/at/with_land_of_our.

11 \f + \fr 85:11 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

85.

10\f* covenant_loyalty and_faithfulness they_meet_one_another righteousness and_peace they_kiss.

12 \f + \fr 85:12 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

85.

11\f* faithfulness from_earth it_springs_up and_righteousness from_heaven it_looks_down.

13 \f + \fr 85:13 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

85.

12\f* also YHWH he_will_give the_what_is_good and_land_of_our it_will_give produce_of_its.

14 \f + \fr 85:14 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

85.

13\f* righteousness before_face/front_him it_will_go and_make into_way_of steps_of_his.

86:1 God’s great love

A Prayer for Help; Supplication for Help against Enemies

A prayer of David’s.

A prayer: for David; A prayer of David.; A Prayer of David.

86 ≈Turn this way and listen, Yahweh,

and answer me because I’m weak and needy.

2 Protect me, because I’m faithful.

My God, save your servant who trusts in you.

3 Be merciful to me, my master,

because I call out to you for help all day long.

4 Make your servant glad,

because I ≈sincerely offer myself to you, my master.

5 You, my master, are good, and ready to forgive,

and you show loyal commitment to ≈everyone who calls out to you for help.

6 Yahweh, listen to my prayer.

Hear the sound of my pleas.

7 In my ≈times of trouble, I call to you for help,

because you’ll answer me.

8 There isn’t ≈any other god who’s comparable with you, my master.

≈No one else does the things that you do.

9 All the nations that you’ve made will come and bow before you, my master.

They will honour your name

10 because you are powerful and do wonderful things.

You alone are God.

11 Teach me your ways, Yahweh, then I’ll walk in your truth.

≈Give me an undivided heart to revere ≈you.

12 My master God, I’ll praise you with my ≈entire being.

I’ll ≈praise you forever

13 because your loyal commitment to me is so great.

You have rescued my life from the depths of the grave.

14 God, the arrogant have risen up against me.

A gang of violent men seek my life—

they ≈don’t care what you might do to them.

15 But you, my master, are a merciful and gracious God,

slow to ≈get angry, and ≈generous with loyal commitment and trustworthiness.

16 Turn toward me and have mercy on me.

Give your strength to your servant.

Save the son of your servant woman.

17 Show me a sign of your favour,

then those who hate me will see it and be put to shame

because you, Yahweh, have helped me and comforted me.

↑ 86  A_prayer of_Dāvid\f + \fr 86:1 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

86.

1\f* incline Oh_YHWH ear_of_your answer_me if/because am_poor and_needy I.

2 Preserve life_of_my if/because am_faithful I save servant_of_your Oh_you god_of_my the_trusts in_you.

3 Gracious_me my_master if/because to_you I_call_out all_of the_day.

4 Make_glad the_self_of servant_of_your if/because to_you my_master soul_of_my I_lift_up.

5 If/because you my_master are_good and_forgiving and_abounding_of covenant_loyalty to/from_all/each/any/every call_of_you.

6 Give_ear Oh_YHWH prayer_of_my and_listen in/on/at/with_voice_of supplications_of_my.

7 In/on_day trouble_of_my call_on_you if/because answer_me.

8 There_is_not like_you in/on/at/with_gods my_master and_there_are_no like_works_of_yours.

9 All_of the_nations which you_have_made they_will_come and_bow_down to_your_face my_master and_glorify to_name_of_your.

10 If/because are_great you and_do_of (of)_wonders you are_god by_yourself_of.

11 Teach_me Oh_YHWH way_of_your I_will_walk in/on/at/with_truth_of_your unite heart_of_me to_fear name_of_your.

12 Give_thanks_you my_master god_of_my in_all heart_of_my and_glorify name_of_your to_forever.

13 If/because steadfast_love_of_your is_great toward_me and_delivered soul_of_my from_shəʼōl lowest.

14 Oh_god arrogant_people they_have_risen_up against_me and_band_of ruthless_people they_have_sought life_of_my and_not set_you at_before_them.

15 And_you(ms) my_master are_a_god compassionate and_gracious long_of anger(s) and_abounding_of covenant_loyalty and_faithfulness.

16 Turn to_me and_gracious_me give strength_of_your to_servant_of_your and_save to_son_of maidservant_of_your.

17 Do to_me a_sign of_goodness and_see hate_of_me and_put_to_shame if/because you Oh_YHWH helped_me and_comforted_me.

87:1 Praising Tsiyyon (Zion)

In Praise of Jerusalem; The Joy of Living in Zion

A song by Korah’s descendants.

Of the Korahites. A Psalm. A Song.; A psalm of the descendants of Korah. A song.; For the Korahites: a psalm: a song; Of the Sons of Korah. A psalm. A song.

87 On the sacred hill stands the city he founded.

2 Yahweh loves Tsiyyon’s (Zion’s) gates

more than all of Yakov’s tents.

3 Wonderful things are said about you, city of God. (Instrumental break.)

4 “I mention Rahab and Babylon to my followers.

See, there are Philistia, and Tsor (Tyre), along with Kush—

and will say, ‘This one was born there.’ ”

5 It will be said about Tsiyyon, “Each of those was born in her,

and the highest >one himself will establish her.”

6 Yahweh writes in the census book of the nations,

“That one was born there.” (Instrumental break.)

7 So also the singers and the dancers say together,

“All my fountains are in you.”

↑ 87  Of_sons_of Qoraḩ a_song a_song\f + \fr 87:1 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

87.

1\f* foundation_of_his in/on/at/with_mountains_of holiness.

2 YHWH is_loving the_gates_of Tsiyyōn/(Zion) from_all the_dwelling_places_of Yaˊₐqoⱱ/(Jacob).

3 Glorious_things is_spoken on/over_you(fs) Oh_city_of the_ʼElohīm Şelāh.

4 I_will_bring_to_remembrance Rāḩāⱱ¦258832 and_Bāⱱel among_know_of_me there Fəleshet and_Tsor/(Tyre) with Kūsh/(Cush) this_one it_was_born there.

5 And_of_Tsiyyōn it_will_be_said a_person and_that_one he_was_born in/on/at/with_her and_he establish_her the_Most_High.

6 YHWH he_will_count in/on/at/with_registers peoples this_one he_was_born there Şelāh.

7 And_singers and_alike_dancers all_of springs_of_my on/over_you(fs).

88:1 A depressed cry for help

Prayer for Help in Despondency; A Cry for Help

For the musical director: a song by Korah’s descendants. To be sung to the tune of ‘Mahalat-Le’annot’ a song[fn] by Heyman, ≈one of Ezra’s descendants.

For the choir director: A psalm of the descendants of Korah, to be sung to the tune “The Suffering of Affliction.” A psalm of Heman the Ezrahite. A song.; A song. A psalm of the Sons of Korah. For the director of music. According to mahalath leannoth. A maskil of Heman the Ezrahite.; A Song. A Psalm of the Korahites. To the leader: according to Mahalath Leannoth. A Maskil of Heman the Ezrahite.; A song: a psalm: for the Korahites: for the leader: set to ‘Mahalath le-annoth’: a maskil: for Heman the Ezrahite

88 Yahweh God ≈who rescues me,

I call out day and night to you for help.

2 Let my prayer ≈be noticed by you.

≈Pay attention to my cry

3 because I’m filled with troubles,

≈and my life is approaching the grave.

4 People treat me like those who are going down into the pit.

≈I’m a man with no strength left.

5 I’m abandoned among the dead.

≈I’m like the dead who lie in the grave,

about whom you ≈don’t care any more

because they’re cut off from your power.

6 You place me in the lowest part of the pit—

≈in the dark and deep places.

7 Your rage lies heavy on me,

≈and all your waves crash over me. (Instrumental break.)

8 Because of you, my acquaintances avoid me.

You have made me a shocking sight to them.

I am hemmed in and I cannot escape.

9 My eyes grow weary from trouble.

All day long I call out to you for help, Yahweh—

I spread out my hands to you.

10 Will you do wonders for the dead?

≈Will those who’ve died rise and praise you? (Instrumental break.)

11 Will your loyal commitment be proclaimed in the grave—

≈your loyalty in the place of the dead?

12 Will your wonderful activities be known in the darkness,

≈or your righteousness in the place of forgetfulness?

13 But I cry to you for help, Yahweh—

in the morning my prayer goes before you.

14 Yahweh, why do you reject me?

≈Why do you hide ≈yourself from me?

15 Since my youth, I’ve always been afflicted and close to death.

≈I have suffered from your terrors—I’m in despair.

16 Your severe anger has ≈swept over me,

≈and your terrifying deeds have annihilated me.

17 They surround me like water all the day long.

≈They’ve all encircled me.

18 You’ve taken all my friends and acquaintances away from me.

Now my only acquaintance is the darkness.

↑ 88  A_song a_song of_sons_of of_Qoraḩ for_the_director on machalath- to/for_leannoth a_poem of_Hēymān the_ʼEzrāḩī.

2 \f + \fr 88:2 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

88.

1\f* Oh_YHWH the_god_of salvation_of_my day I_have_cried_out in/on/at/with_night before_you.

3 \f + \fr 88:3 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

88.

2\f* may_it_come to_your_face prayer_of_my incline ear_of_your to_cry_of_my.

4 \f + \fr 88:4 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

88.

3\f* if/because it_is_surfeited in/on/at/with_troubles soul_of_my and_life_of_my to_shəʼōl they_have_approached.

5 \f + \fr 88:5 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

88.

4\f* I_am_reckoned with those_who_go_down_of the_pit I_am like_man who_there_is_not strength.

6 \f + \fr 88:6 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

88.

5\f* in/on/at/with_dead set_free like those_slain who_lie_of the_grave whom not remember_them again and_they from_hand_of_your they_are_cut_off.

7 \f + \fr 88:7 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

88.

6\f* put_me in/on/at/with_pit_of lowest_parts in/on/at/with_dark_places in/on/at/with_depths.

8 \f + \fr 88:8 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

88.

7\f* upon_me severe_anger_of_your it_has_lain and_all waves_of_your you_have_afflicted_me Şelāh.

9 \f + \fr 88:9 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

88.

8\f* you_have_removed_far_away acquaintances_of_my from_me made_me abominations to_them I_am_shut_up and_not I_will_go_out.

10 \f + \fr 88:10 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

88.

9\f* eye_of_my it_has_become_faint from affliction call_on_you Oh_YHWH in_all day I_have_spread_out to_you hands_of_my.

11 \f + \fr 88:11 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

88.

10\f* for_the_dead will_you_do wonders or the_shades will_they_arise praise_you Şelāh.

12 \f + \fr 88:12 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

88.

11\f* the_declared in/on/at/with_grave steadfast_love_of_your faithfulness_of_your in/on/at/with_abaddon.

13 \f + \fr 88:13 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

88.

12\f* known in/on/at/with_darkness wonders_of_your and_righteousness_of_your in_land forgetting.

14 \f + \fr 88:14 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

88.

13\f* and_I to_you Oh_YHWH I_cry_for_help and_in/on/at/with_morning prayer_of_my comes_before_you.

15 \f + \fr 88:15 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

88.

14\f* to/for_why Oh_YHWH do_you_reject soul_of_my do_you_hide face_of_your from_me.

16 \f + \fr 88:16 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

88.

15\f* have_been_afflicted I and_close_to_death from_youth I_have_borne terrors_of_your I_am_perplexed.

17 \f + \fr 88:17 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

88.

16\f* over_me severe_anger_of_your they_have_passed terrors_of_your destroyed_me.

18 \f + \fr 88:18 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

88.

17\f* surround_me like_the_water all_of the_day they_have_surrounded on_me altogether.

19 \f + \fr 88:19 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

88.

18\f* you_have_removed_far_away from_me one_who_loves and_friend acquaintances_of_my is_a_dark_place.

89:1 To be sung my the goodness of God

God’s Covenant with David; A Hymn in Time of National Trouble

A song[fn] of Eytan, ≈one of Ezra’s descendants.

A Maskil of Ethan the Ezrahite.; A maskil of Ethan the Ezrahite.; A psalm of Ethan the Ezrahite.; A maskil: for Ethan the Ezrahite

89 I will sing of Yahweh’s acts of loyal commitment forever.

≈I will proclaim your truthfulness to future generations.

2 because I’ve said, “Loyal commitment has been established forever.

≈You have established your truthfulness in the heavens.”

3 “I have made an agreement with my chosen one,

≈I’ve made a promise to my servant David.

4 I will establish your descendants forever,

≈and I will establish your throne through all generations.”[ref] (Instrumental break.)

5 ≈The heavens praise your wonders, Yahweh.

Your truthfulness is praised in the assembly of the holy ones

6 because who in the heavens can be compared to Yahweh?

≈Who among the sons of the gods is like Yahweh?

7 He’s a God who is greatly honoured in the council of the holy ones

≈and is awesome among all who are around him.

8 Army commander Yahweh, God,

who is strong like you, Yahweh?

Your truthfulness surrounds you.

9 You rule the raging sea—

≈when the waves surge, you calm them.

10 You crushed the proud one,[fn] like someone that’s killed.

≈You scattered your enemies with your strong arm.

11 The heavens belong to you, and the earth as well.

≈You made the world and all it contains.

12 You created the north and the south.

Mt. Tabor and Mt. Hermon happily shout your name.

13 You have a powerful fighting arm

≈and a strong hand, and your ≈sword hand is held high.

14 Righteousness and justice are the foundation of your throne.

≈Loyal commitment and trustworthiness come before you.

15 The people who know the happy shout ≈are fortunate.

Yahweh, they ≈live knowing that you are always watching over them.

16 They ≈celebrate your reputation all day long,

≈and they ≈praise you for always doing what is right.

17 You are their majestic strength,

≈and by your favour our ≈strength turns into victory.

18 because our shield belongs to Yahweh—

≈our king belongs to Yisrael’s holy >one.

God’s Promise to David

19 Long ago you spoke in a vision to your faithful >ones.

You said, “I’ve ≈helped a warrior.”

≈I’ve raised up one chosen from among the people.

20 I have chosen David my servant—

≈I’ve anointed him with my sacred oil.

21 My hand will support him.

≈My arm will also be with him to strengthen him.

22 No enemy will deceive him.

≈No ≈wicked man will oppress him.

23 I will crush his enemies ≈in front of him.

≈I will kill those who hate him.

24 My truth and my loyal commitment will be with him.

He will win victories ≈with my help.

25 I will place his hand over the sea

and his right hand over the rivers.

26 He will call out to me, ‘You are my father,

my God, and the ≈reliable one who rescues me.’

27 I also will place him as my firstborn son,

the highest king on the earth.

28 I will extend my loyal commitment to him forever,

and my agreement with him will be secure.

29 I will make his descendants endure forever

and his throne as enduring as the skies above.

30 If his children forsake my law

and don’t ≈follow my regulations,

31 if they break my rules

and don’t keep my commands,

32 then will I punish their rebellion with a rod

and their ≈disobedience with stripes from a whip.

33 But I won’t break off my loyal commitment to him

or be unfaithful to my promise.

34 I won’t break my agreement

or change the words of my lips.

35 Once and for all I have ≈made an oath by my holiness—

I won’t lie to David:

36 his descendants will continue forever

and his throne as long as the sun before me.

37 It will be established forever like the moon,

the faithful witness in the sky.” (Instrumental break.)

Lament over the Defeat of the King

38 But you have refused and rejected—

you’ve been angry with your anointed king.

39 You have renounced the agreement with your servant.

You have desecrated his crown in the dust.

40 You have broken down all his walls.

≈You have ruined his fortresses.

41 Everyone who goes past on the road rob him.

He’s become an object of disgust to his neighbours.

42 You have ≈given strength to his enemies;

≈You’ve made all his enemies ≈celebrate.

43 You turn back the edge of his sword

≈and haven’t supported him in the battle.

44 You have brought his splendour to an end.

≈You’ve thrown his throne down to the ground.

45 You have shortened the days of his youth.

You have covered him with shame. (Instrumental break.)

A Prayer for Deliverance

46 How long, Yahweh? Will you hide yourself forever?

≈How long will your anger burn like fire?

47 Oh, think about how short my time is,

≈and for what emptiness you’ve created all of humanity’s children.

48 Who can live and not see death,

≈or rescue his own life from the ≈clutch of the grave? (Instrumental break.)

49 Lord, where are your former acts of loyal commitment

that you ≈sincerely promised to David?

50 My master, call to mind the mocking directed against your servants

≈and how I bear so many insults from the nations in my heart.

51 Your enemies hurl insults, Yahweh.

They mock the footsteps of your anointed >one.

52 Blessed be Yahweh forever. ≈Yes, indeed, let it be so.

Fourth collection

(Songs 90–106)

↑ 89  A_poem of_ʼĒytān the_ʼEzrāḩī.

2 \f + \fr 89:2 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

89.

1\f* the_covenant_loyalti(es)_of YHWH forever I_will_sing to_generation and_generation I_will_make_known faithfulness_of_your in/on/at/with_mouth_of_my.

3 \f + \fr 89:3 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

89.

2\f* if/because I_have_said forever covenant_loyalty the_heavens it_will_be_built you_establish faithfulness_of_your in/on/at/with_them.

4 \f + \fr 89:4 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

89.

3\f* I_have_made a_covenant with_chosen_of_my I_have_sworn_an_oath to_Dāvid servant_of_my.

5 \f + \fr 89:5 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

89.

4\f* until perpetuity I_will_establish descendants_of_your and_build_up for_generation and_generation throne_of_your Şelāh.

6 \f + \fr 89:6 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

89.

5\f* and_praise the_heavens wonders_of_your Oh_YHWH also faithfulness_of_your in/on/at/with_assembly_of the_holy_ones.

7 \f + \fr 89:7 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

89.

6\f* if/because who in/on/at/with_skies is_he_comparable to/for_YHWH is_he_like to/for_YHWH in/on/at/with_sons_of gods.

\f + \fr 89:7 \ft OSHB note: BHS has been faithful to the Leningrad Codex where there might be a question of the validity of the form and we keep the same form as BHS.

\f* 8 \f + \fr 89:8 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

89.

7\f* god is_awesome in/on/at/with_council_of the_holy_ones much and_awesome above all_of around_of_him.

9 \f + \fr 89:9 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

89.

8\f* Oh_YHWH god_of hosts who like_you is_mighty Oh_Yah and_faithfulness_of_your surrounds_of_you.

10 \f + \fr 89:10 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

89.

9\f* you are_ruling in/on/at/with_raging_of the_sea in/on/at/with_rise waves_of_its you still_them.

11 \f + \fr 89:11 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

89.

10\f* you you_crushed like_the_slain Rāḩāⱱ¦259183 in/on/at/with_arm_of mighty_of_your you_scattered enemies_of_your.

12 \f + \fr 89:12 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

89.

11\f* to/for_yourself(m) heaven also to/for_yourself(m) the_earth the_world and_all_that_is_in_of_it you founded_them.

13 \f + \fr 89:13 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

89.

12\f* the_north and_south you created_them Tāⱱōr and_Ḩermōn in/on/at/with_name_of_your they_shout_for_joy.

14 \f + \fr 89:14 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

89.

13\f* to/for_yourself(m) an_arm with strength hand_of_your it_is_strong right_hand_of_your it_is_exalted.

15 \f + \fr 89:15 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

89.

14\f* is_righteousness and_justice the_foundation_of throne_of_your covenant_loyalty and_faithfulness they_come_to_meet your(ms)_faces/face.

16 \f + \fr 89:16 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

89.

15\f* how_blessed the_people which_know_of (of)_a_shout_of_joy Oh_YHWH in/on/at/with_light_of countenance_of_your walk.

17 \f + \fr 89:17 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

89.

16\f* in/on/at/with_name_of_your rejoice all_of the_day and_in/on/at/with_righteousness_of_your they_are_exalted.

18 \f + \fr 89:18 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

89.

17\f* if/because are_the_splendour_of strength_of_their you and_in/on/at/with_favour_of_your it_is_exalted\f + \fr 89:18 \ft OSHB variant note: תרים: (x-qere) ’תָּר֥וּם’: lemma_7311 a morph_HVqi3fs id_19JGx תָּר֥וּם\f* horn_of_our.

19 \f + \fr 89:19 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

89.

18\f* if/because to/for_YHWH shield_of_our and_to_holy_of Yisrā^ʼēl/(Israel) king_of_our.

20 \f + \fr 89:20 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

89.

19\f* then you_spoke in/on/at/with_vision to_faithful_of_your and_she/it_said I_have_placed help on a_warrior I_have_raised_up a_chosen_one from_people.

21 \f + \fr 89:21 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

89.

20\f* I_have_found Dāvid servant_of_my in/on/at/with_oil_of holy_of_my anointed_him.

22 \f + \fr 89:22 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

89.

21\f* whom hand_of_my it_will_be_steadfast with_him/it also arm_of_my strengthen_him.

23 \f + \fr 89:23 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

89.

22\f* not he_will_deceive an_enemy in/on/over_him/it and_man_of injustice not afflict_him.

24 \f + \fr 89:24 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

89.

23\f* and_crush at_before_of_him foes_of_his and_hate_of_him I_will_strike_down.

25 \f + \fr 89:25 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

89.

24\f* and_faithfulness_of_my and_love_of_my with_him/it and_in/on/at/with_name_of_my horn_of_his it_will_be_exalted.

26 \f + \fr 89:26 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

89.

25\f* and_set in/on/at/with_sea his/its_hand and_in/on/at/with_rivers right_hand_of_his.

27 \f + \fr 89:27 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

89.

26\f* he cry_me father_of_my you god_of_my and_rock_of salvation_of_my.

28 \f + \fr 89:28 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

89.

27\f* also I firstborn make_him most_high of_kings_of the_earth.

29 \f + \fr 89:29 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

89.

28\f* to_forever I_will_keep\f + \fr 89:29 \ft OSHB variant note: אשמור: (x-qere) ’אֶשְׁמָר’: lemma_8104 morph_HVqi1cs id_19b8w אֶשְׁמָר\f* to_him/it steadfast_love_of_my and_covenant_of_my will_be_reliable to_him/it.

30 \f + \fr 89:30 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

89.

29\f* and_establish to_forever his/its_seed and_throne_of_his as_days_of the_heavens.

31 \f + \fr 89:31 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

89.

30\f* if they_will_abandon sons_of_his law_of_my and_in/on/at/with_ordinances_of_my not walk.

32 \f + \fr 89:32 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

89.

31\f* if regulations_of_my they_will_violate and_commands_of_my not they_will_keep.

33 \f + \fr 89:33 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

89.

32\f* and_punish in/on/at/with_rod transgression_of_their and_in/on/at/with_stripes iniquity_of_their.

34 \f + \fr 89:34 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

89.

33\f* and_steadfast_love_of_my not I_will_break_off from_with_him and_not I_will_deal_falsely in/on/at/with_faithfulness_of_my.

35 \f + \fr 89:35 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

89.

34\f* not I_will_violate covenant_of_my and_that_went_forth_of lips_of_my not I_will_change.

36 \f + \fr 89:36 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

89.

35\f* one_time I_have_sworn_an_oath in/on/at/with_holiness_of_my if to_Dāvid I_will_lie.

37 \f + \fr 89:37 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

89.

36\f* his/its_seed to_forever it_will_be and_throne_of_his like_the_sun before_me.

38 \f + \fr 89:38 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

89.

37\f* like_moon it_will_be_established forever and_witness in/on/at/with_sky which_is_reliable Şelāh.

39 \f + \fr 89:39 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

89.

38\f* and_you(ms) you_have_spurned and_rejected you_have_been_furious with anointed_of_your.

40 \f + \fr 89:40 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

89.

39\f* you_have_repudiated the_covenant_of servant_of_your you_have_profaned in_the_dust crown_of_his.

41 \f + \fr 89:41 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

89.

40\f* you_have_broken_through all_of walls_of_his you_have_made strongholds_of_his a_ruin.

\f + \fr 89:41 \ft OSHB note: BHS has been faithful to the Leningrad Codex where there might be a question of the validity of the form and we keep the same form as BHS.

\f* 42 \f + \fr 89:42 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

89.

41\f* plunder_him all_of those_who_pass_by_of the_road he_has_become a_reproach to_neighbours_of_his.

43 \f + \fr 89:43 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

89.

42\f* you_have_exalted the_right_hand_of foes_of_his you_have_allowed_to_rejoice all_of enemies_of_his.

44 \f + \fr 89:44 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

89.

43\f* also you_turn_back the_flint_of sword_of_his and_not supported_him in/on/at/with_battle.

45 \f + \fr 89:45 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

89.

44\f* you_have_made_cease to_splendour_of_his and_throne_of_his to_the_ground you_have_thrown.

46 \f + \fr 89:46 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

89.

45\f* you_have_cut_short the_days_of youth_of_his you_have_wrapped on/upon/above_him/it shame Şelāh.

47 \f + \fr 89:47 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

89.

46\f* until when Oh_YHWH will_you_hide_yourself to_forever will_it_burn like a_fire severe_anger_of_your.

48 \f + \fr 89:48 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

89.

47\f* remember I what is_lifespan concerning what emptiness have_you_created all_of the_children_of humankind.

49 \f + \fr 89:49 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

89.

48\f* who is_the_man who_he_will_live and_not he_will_see death who_he_will_deliver soul_of_his from_power_of Shəʼōl Şelāh.

50 \f + \fr 89:50 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

89.

49\f* where steadfast_love_of_your the_former my_master which_you_swore_an_oath to_Dāvid in/on/at/with_faithfulness_of_your.

51 \f + \fr 89:51 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

89.

50\f* remember my_master the_reproach_of your_servants bear_I in/on/at/with_bosom_of_my all_of many peoples.

52 \f + \fr 89:52 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

89.

51\f* which they_have_reproached enemies_of_your Oh_YHWH which they_have_reproached the_footprints_of anointed_of_your.

53 \f + \fr 89:53 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

89.

52\f* YHWH be_blessed to_forever amen and_amen.

90:1 The people and the God

Of God and Human Beings; God’s Eternity and Human Frailty

A prayer by God’s man Mosheh (Moses).

A Prayer of Moses, the man of God.; A prayer of Moses, the man of God.; A prayer of Moses the man of God.; A prayer: ascribed to Moses, the man of God

90 My master, you’ve been our ≈protection

throughout all generations.

2 Before the mountains were formed or you formed the earth and the world,

from ≈the entire past through to all the future, you are God.

3 You return man to dust,

and you say, “Return, you descendants of humanity,”

4 because a thousand years in your sight

are just like yesterday when it’s over,

≈and like a watch of several hours in the night.

5 You sweep them away as with a flood and they sleep.

In the morning they are like the grass that sprouts up:

6 In the morning it blooms and grows up,

but by the evening, it has withered and dried up.

7 Certainly we’re consumed in your anger,

≈and in your rage we’re terrified.

8 You’ve placed our ≈disobedience in front of you—

≈our hidden sins in the light of your presence,

9 because our life passes away under your rage—

our years pass quickly like a sigh does.

10 ≈We might reach the age of seventy,

or even eighty if we’re healthy,

but even our best years are marked by trouble and sorrow.

Yes, they pass quickly, then we ‘fly away’.

11 Who knows the intensity of your anger,

and your rage that’s equal to the ≈respect that we should have had for you?

12 So teach us to consider the fragility of our #lives

so that we might live wisely.

13 Turn back, Yahweh.

How long will ≈this last?

Have pity on your servants.

14 Satisfy us in the morning with your loyal commitment

so that we can celebrate and be glad for the rest of our lives.

15 Make us glad in proportion to the days you ≈made us suffer,

and to the years we have experienced trouble.

16 Let your servants see your ≈actions,

and let our children ≡see your splendour.

17 May the favour of my master God be ours.

Prosper the work of our hands.

≈Yes, prosper the work ≈that we do.

↑ 90  A_prayer of_Mosheh the_man_of the_ʼElohīm\f + \fr 90:1 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

90.

1\f* my_master a_dwelling_place you you_have_been to/for_ourselves in/on/at/with_generation and_generation.

2 In/on/at/with_before mountains they_were_born and_brought_forth the_earth and_world and_from_everlasting until perpetuity you are_god.

3 You_return humankind to crushed_matter and_she/it_said return Oh_children_of humankind.

4 If/because a_thousand years in/on/at/with_sight_of_your like_day yesterday if/because it_passes and_watch in/on/at/with_night.

5 Sweep_away_them sleep they_are in/on/at/with_morning like_the_grass which_it_sprouts_up.

6 In/on/at/with_morning it_flourishes and_renewed by_the_evening it_withers and_dries_up.

7 If/because we_come_to_an_end in/on/at/with_anger_of_your and_in/on/at/with_severe_anger_of_your we_are_terrified.

8 You_set\f + \fr 90:8 \ft OSHB variant note: שת: (x-qere) ’שַׁתָּ֣ה’: lemma_7896 morph_HVqp2ms id_19nDP שַׁתָּ֣ה\f* iniquities_of_our at_before_you secret_of_our in_light_of presence_of_your.

9 If/because all_of days_of_our they_turn in/on/at/with_severe_anger_of_your years_of_our we_finish like a_sigh.

10 The_days_of life_of_our in/among_them are_seventy years and_if in/on/at/with_strength eighty years and_span_of_their is_toil and_sorrow if/because it_passes_away quickly and_fly_away.

11 Who is_knowing the_strength_of anger_of_your and_according_to_fear_of_you severe_anger_of_your.

12 To_number days_of_our right teach_us and_gain a_heart_of wisdom.

13 Return Oh_YHWH until when and_have_compassion on servants_of_your.

14 Satisfy_us in/on/at/with_morning steadfast_love_of_your and_sing_for_joy and_glad in_all days_of_our.

15 Make_glad_us as_as_days_of afflicted_us the_years_of (of)_which_we_saw trouble.

16 May_it_appear to your_servants work_of_your and_splendour_of_your to children_of_their.

17 And_let_it_be the_kindness_of my_master god_of_our upon_us and_work_of our_both_hands establish for_us and_work_of our_both_hands establish_it.

91:1 God our protector

God Our Protector; Assurance of God’s Protection

91 Anyone who stays ≈where they’re sheltered by the highest one,

≈will be able to ≈rest safely in the powerful one’s shadow.

2 I will tell >people that Yahweh is my safe place and my fortress,

≈my God that ≈I’ll put my trust in.

3 He will ≈keep you safe from the hunter’s traps,

≈and from ≈deadly diseases.

4 He’ll cover you with his wings,

and you’ll feel safe underneath *them.

His faithfulness is a shield and protection.

5 You won’t be afraid of the terror of the night,

≈or of a flying arrow hitting you in the day.

6 ≡You won’t be afraid of the ≈forces that ≈roam around in the darkness,

≈or of the destruction that ≈causes devastation at noon time.

7 A thousand warriors might fall dead at your side,

≈and ten thousand at your right hand,

yet you still won’t be reached by the enemy.

8 Just look with your own eyes,

and you’ll see the wicked >people being punished.

9 ≈Yes, Yahweh is my ≈safe place.

Make every effort to stay with the highest one.

10 Then nothing will be able to harm you.

≈No evil will approach your ≈home

11 because he’ll command his messengers about you[ref]—

to guard you ≈wherever you’re going.

12 They’ll lift you up in their hands,[ref]

so that you won’t hit your foot on a rock.

13 You’ll ≈beat back the lion and the cobra with your feet.[ref]

≈You’ll trample on the young lion and the snake.

14 I’ll rescue #those who are devoted to me.

≈I’ll protect #them because #they know my name.

15 When anyone calls out to me, I’ll answer ≈them,

I’ll be with ≈them in times of trouble.

I’ll rescue and honour ≈them.

16 I’ll satisfy ≈them with ≈a long life,

and I’ll show ≈them how I can save them.

↑ 91  one_who_dwells in/on/at/with_shelter_of the_Most_High in/on/at/with_shadow_of the_almighty he_will_lodge.

2 I_will_say to/for_YHWH refuge_of_my and_fortress_of_my god_of_my whom_I_trust in/on/over_him/it.

3 If/because he deliver_you from_snare_of a_fowler from_pestilence_of destruction(s).

4 In/on/at/with_feathers_of_his he_will_cover to/for_you(fs) and_under wings_of_his you_will_take_refuge is_a_shield and_buckler faithfulness_of_his.

5 Not you_will_be_afraid of_terror_of night of_arrow which_it_will_fly by_day.

6 Of_pestilence in/on/at/with_darkness it_will_walk of_destruction which_it_will_devastate noon(s).

7 It_will_fall at_side_of_your a_thousand and_ten_thousand at_right_hand_of_your to_you not it_will_draw_near.

8 Only in/on/at/with_eyes_of_your you_will_look and_punishment_of wicked_people you_will_see.

9 If/because you YHWH refuge_of_my the_Most_High you_have_made dwelling_place_of_your.

10 Not it_will_happen to_you harm and_plague not it_will_draw_near in/on/at/with_tent_of_your.

11 If/because messengers_of_his he_will_command concerning_you to_guard_you in_all ways_of_your.

12 On palms bear_up_you lest you_should_strike in/on/at/with_stone foot_of_your.

13 On a_lion and_cobra you_will_tread you_will_trample a_young_lion and_serpent.

14 If/because in/on/at/with_me he_loves and_deliver_him protect_him if/because he_knows name_of_my.

15 Call_upon_me and_answer_him with_him/it I in/on/at/with_trouble rescue_him and_honour_him.

16 Length_of days satisfy_him and_show_him in/on/at/with_salvation_of_my.

92:1 A praise song

Thanksgiving for Vindication; A Song of Praise

An accompanied song for #Rest Days.

A psalm. A song. For the Sabbath day.; A psalm: a song: for the sabbath day; A Psalm. A Song for the Sabbath Day.; A psalm to be sung on the Lord’s Day. A song.

92 It’s good when people thank you, Yahweh,

≈and sing praises to you, the highest one

2 to proclaim your loyal commitment in the morning,

≈and your truthfulness every night,

3 using the ten-stringed instrument,

≈and the melody from a harp.

4 ≈Yes, you, Yahweh, have made me happy by your actions.

≈I will cheerfully sing because of what you’ve done.

5 Yahweh, you do incredible things.

≈Your thoughts are ≈extremely complex.

6 A stupid person doesn’t know that,

≈and a fool can’t understand it.

7 Wicked people sprout up like plants,

≈and wickedness flourishes.

They’re doomed to eternal destruction,

8 ≈but you, Yahweh, ≈will always rule on high.

9 ≈Take note of your enemies, Yahweh,

because your enemies will perish.

All those who do evil will be ≈forced to flee.

10 You’ve ≈made me as powerful as a wild bull.

I’ve been anointed with fresh oil.

11 With my own eyes, I’ve looked at my enemies.

≈With my own ears, I’ve heard the opposition against me.

12 A godly person flourishes like a palm tree.

≈@That person will grow like a cedar tree in Lebanon.

13 They’ll be planted in Yahweh’s house.

≈They’ll flourish in God’s courtyards.

14 They’ll still bear fruit even when they’re old.

≈They’ll be fresh and vigorous.

15 They’ll proclaim that Yahweh is an honest judge.

≈≈He’s reliable and ^can only ever do what is right.

↑ 92  A_song a_song for_day_of the_sabbath.

2 \f + \fr 92:2 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

92.

1\f* is_good to_give_thanks to/for_YHWH and_to_sing_praises to_name_of_your Oh_Most_High.

3 \f + \fr 92:3 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

92.

2\f* to_announce in/on/at/with_morning steadfast_love_of_your and_faithfulness_of_your in/on/at/with_night.

4 \f + \fr 92:4 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

92.

3\f* on a_ten and_on a_lyre on a_melody in/on/at/with_lyre.

5 \f + \fr 92:5 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

92.

4\f* if/because made_glad_me Oh_YHWH in/on/at/with_work_of_your in/on/at/with_works_of hands_of_your I_sing_for_joy.

6 \f + \fr 92:6 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

92.

5\f* how they_are_great works_of_your Oh_YHWH exceedingly they_are_deep thoughts_of_your.

7 \f + \fr 92:7 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

92.

6\f* a_person stupid not he_knows and_fool not he_understands DOM this.

8 \f + \fr 92:8 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

92.

7\f* in/on/at/with_sprout wicked_people like vegetation and_ all_of _flourish (of)_wickedness those_who_do_of to_destroyed_they until_of perpetuity.

9 \f + \fr 92:9 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

92.

8\f* and_you(ms) are_height to_vanishing_point Oh_YHWH.

10 \f + \fr 92:10 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

92.

9\f* if/because there enemies_of_your Oh_YHWH if/because there enemies_of_your they_will_perish they_will_be_scattered all_of those_who_do_of (of)_wickedness.

11 \f + \fr 92:11 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

92.

10\f* and_exalted like_wild_ox horn_of_my I_have_been_anointed in/on/at/with_oil fresh.

12 \f + \fr 92:12 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

92.

11\f* eyes_of_my and_seen in/on/at/with_enemies_of_my in/on/at/with_rise_up against_me evil-doers ears_of_my they_have_heard.

13 \f + \fr 92:13 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

92.

12\f* the_righteous like_the_palm_tree he_will_flourish like_cedar in/on/at/with_Ləⱱānōn he_will_grow.

14 \f + \fr 92:14 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

92.

13\f* they_are_planted in_house_of YHWH in/on/at/with_courts_of god_of_our they_will_flourish.

15 \f + \fr 92:15 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

92.

14\f* still bear_fruit in/on/at/with_old_age fat and_green they_will_be.

16 \f + \fr 92:16 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

92.

15\f* to_announce if/because_that is_upright YHWH rock_of_my and_not unrighteousness_of\f + \fr 92:16 \ft OSHB variant note: עלת/ה: (x-qere) ’עַוְלָ֥תָ/ה’: lemma_5766 b morph_HNcbsc/Sh id_196wc עַוְלָ֥תָ/ה\f* in/on/over_him/it.

93:1 The God King

The Majesty of God’s Rule; God the King

93 Yahweh reigns—he’s robed in majesty.

≈Yahweh has clothed and girded himself with strength.

The world is firmly established—

≈it won’t be shaken.

2 Your ≈rule was established long ago.

≈You ≈have always existed.

3 The rivers have ≈filled up, Yahweh.

*Their ≈roar has become very loud.

They’ve lifted up their pounding waves.

4 The breaking ocean waves are even greater than the noisy rivers.

Yahweh is majestic on his high throne.

5 Your commands are very trustworthy.

Your ≈temple is enhanced by your holy presence, Yahweh, ≈forever.

↑ 93  YHWH he_reigns majesty he_is_clothed YHWH he_is_clothed strength he_has_girded_himself also it_is_established the_world not it_will_be_shaken.

2 throne_of_your has_been_established from_of_old from_long_ago/eternity you.

3 They_have_lifted_up rivers Oh_YHWH they_have_lifted_up rivers voice_of_their rivers they_lifted_up pounding_waves_of_their.

4 Than_thunders_of waters many majestic the_breakers_of the_sea is_majestic in/on/at/with_high YHWH.

5 Testimonies_of_your they_are_reliable exceedingly for_house_of_your it_is_befitting holiness Oh_YHWH for_endless_of days.

94:1 God the judge of all

God the Avenger of the Righteous; God the Judge of All

94 Yahweh, God who avenges,

God of vengeance, let your radiance shine.

2 Rise up, judge of the earth.

Give the proud what they deserve.

3 How long will the wicked last, Yahweh,

≈How long will the wicked rejoice?

4 They ≈blabber out their arrogant words.

≈All those who do wicked things boast.

5 They crush your people, Yahweh.

≈They oppress ≈the nation that belongs to you.

6 They kill #widows and strangers,

≈and they murder the fatherless.

7 They say, “Yahweh won’t see >it.

≈Yacob’s God ≈won’t take any notice of it.”

8 Understand, you stupid people.

≈You fools, when will you ≈ever learn?

9 Can’t the one who made ears, hear?

≈Why can’t the one who formed the eye, see?

10 Can’t the one who disciplines the nations, correct them?

He’s the one who gives knowledge to humankind.

11 Yahweh knows ≈people’s thoughts—

that they’re just vapour.[ref]

12 Anyone who you discipline, Yahweh, is ≈fortunate—

≈those who you teach from your instructions.

13 They get relief in ≈times of trouble

until a pit gets dug for wicked >people,

14 because Yahweh won’t reject his people,

≈or abandon ≈those who belong to him.

15 Because ≈justice will be honest and fair again,

and all the ≈people who desire to do what’s right will appreciate that.

16 Who will ≈come and defend me against ≈those who do evil things?

≈Who will stand up for me against wicked >people?

17 ≈If Yahweh hadn’t helped me,

my soul ≈would have been living in silence at the cemetery by now.

18 When I ≈called out, “≈Hey, I’m starting to slip,”

your loyal commitment, Yahweh, supported me.

19 ≈Whenever I’m very worried

your ≈comfort encourages me.

20 ≈Can a corrupt king be your ally?

Someone who ≈makes it legal to do what’s wrong?

21 They work together ≈to take the lives of good citizens,

and they ≈give the death sentence to innocent >people.

22 But Yahweh has been like a fortress for me,

≈and God has been ≈a place of safety.

23 He will ≈turn their own disobedience back on them

≈and will ≈destroy them because of their own wickedness.

Yes, our God Yahweh will ≈wipe them out.

↑ 94  Oh_god_of vengeance(s) Oh_YHWH Oh_god_of vengeance(s) shine_forth.

2 Raise_yourself_up Oh_judge_of the_earth/land repay recompense to proud_people.

3 Until when wicked_people Oh_YHWH until when wicked_people will_they_exult.

4 They_pour_forth they_speak arrogant all_of they_boast (of)_wickedness those_who_do_of.

5 People_of_your Oh_YHWH they_crush and_heritage_of_your they_afflict.

6 the_widow and_stranger they_kill and_fatherless they_murder.

7 And_they_said not he_will_see YHWH and_not he_will_perceive the_god_of Yaˊₐqoⱱ/(Jacob).

8 Understand Oh_stupid_ones in/on/at/with_people and_fools when will_you_all_have_insight.

9 Planted_of the_ear\f + \fr 94:9 \ft OSHB note: We read one or more accents in L differently than BHS.

Often this notation indicates a typographical error in BHS.

\f* not does_he_hear or the_one_who_formed_of the_eye not does_he_see.

10 Disciplines_of nations not does_he_rebuke the_teaches humankind knowledge.

11 YHWH is_knowing the_thoughts_of a_person if/because_that they are_a_breath.

12 How_blessed the_man whom discipline_him Oh_YHWH and_from_law_of_your teach_whom.

13 To_grant_relief to_him/it\f + \fr 94:13 \ft OSHB note: We read one or more accents in L differently than BHS.

Often this notation indicates a typographical error in BHS.

\f* from_days_of trouble until it_will_be_dug for_the_wicked a_pit.

14 If/because not YHWH he_will_abandon people_of_his and_inheritance_of_his not he_will_abandon.

15 If/because to righteousness judgement it_will_return and_follow_it all_of people_upright_of heart.

16 Who will_he_rise_up to_me with evil-doers who will_he_take_his_stand to_me with those_who_do_of (of)_wickedness.

17 If_not YHWH help to/for_me as_soon silence it_dwelt soul_of_my.

18 If I_said it_has_slipped foot_of_my steadfast_love_of_your Oh_YHWH supported_me.

19 In/on/at/with_many_of cares_of_my in/on/at/with_heart_of_me consolations_of_your they_delighted soul_of_my.

20 The_allied_with_you a_throne_of destruction(s) one_who_fashions mischief on a_decree.

21 They_band_together on the_life_of the_righteous and_death innocent they_condemn_as_guilty.

22 And_he/it_was YHWH to_me as_stronghold and_god_of_my as_rock_of refuge_of_my.

23 And_repay on_them DOM iniquity_of_their and_in/on/at/with_evil_of_their destroy_them destroy_them YHWH god_of_our.

95:1 A praise song

A Call to Worship and Obedience; A Song of Praise

95 Come and join ≈us in singing to Yahweh.

≈Let’s happily sing to ≈our protector and our rescuer.

2 Let’s thank him as we come ≈in and face him.

≈Let’s sing praise songs to him

3 because Yahweh is a ≈powerful God,

≈and a ≈powerful king ≈superior to all gods.

4 The deepest valleys in the earth ≈are under his control,

≈and the mountain peaks are also his.

5 The oceans are his because he ≈created them.

≈His hands formed all the dry land.

6 Come on, let’s bow down and worship >him.

≈Let’s kneel in front of our creator, Yahweh,

7 because he’s our God.

We are the people ≈he shepherds.

≈≡We are the sheep ≈in his care.[ref]

If only all of you would listen to his voice today.

8 Don’t ≈become stubborn like your ancestors did at Meribah,[ref]

≈and like they did in the wilderness at Massah.

9 Your ancestors ≈tried my patience

even though they’d seen ≈me perform miracles.

10 I was angry with that generation and said,

‘≈These people are very happy to do their own thing.

≈They’re not really interested in following my instructions.’

11 ≈So I got angry at them and made a decision

that they would never be allowed to enter ≈the region where I would have given them peace.[ref]

↑ 95  Come let_us_sing_for_joy to/for_YHWH let_us_shout_for_joy to_rock_of salvation_of_our.

2 Let_us_come_to_meet presence_of_his in/on/at/with_thanksgiving in/on/at/with_song let_us_shout_for_joy to_him/it.

3 If/because is_a_god great YHWH and_king great above all_of gods.

4 Whom in_his/its_hand the_depths_of the_earth and_peaks_of the_mountains to_him/it.

5 Whom to_him/it the_sea and_he made_it and_dry_land hands_of_his they_formed.

6 Come let_us_bow_down and_bow_down let_us_kneel to_(the)_face_of/in_front_of/before YHWH maker_of_our.

7 If/because he god_of_our and_we are_the_people_of pasture_of_his and_sheep_of his/its_hand the_day if in/on/at/with_voice_of_his you_all_will_listen.

8 Do_not harden hearts_of_your_all’s as_Mərīⱱāh as_day_of Massah in/on/at/with_wilderness.

9 When tested_me fathers_of_your_all’s tried_me also they_had_seen work_of_my.

10 Forty years I_felt_loathing in/on/at/with_generation and_said are_a_people who_go_astray_of heart they and_they not they_know ways_of_my.

11 That I_swore_an_oath in/on/at/with_anger_of_my if enter into rest_of_my.

96:1 Praise God—he deserves it

God the Supreme King; Praise to God Who Comes in Judgment

(1 Chr. 16:23-33)

96 Sing a new song to Yahweh.

≈Let ≈the whole world sing to Yahweh.

2 Sing to Yahweh and praise ≈him.

≈≈Tell others every day about ≈how he saves us.

3 ≈Talk about his greatness to those in other countries.

≈≡Tell all the peoples about the incredible things that he’s done,

4 because Yahweh is wonderful and should be highly praised.

≈He should be revered more than all other gods,

5 because all the gods of the other nations are just idols,

but it’s Yahweh who made the ≈universe.

6 There’s splendour and majesty in his presence.

≈Strength and beauty are in his sanctuary.

7 Give honour to God all you various clans.[ref]

Praise Yahweh for his splendour and strength.

8 Give Yahweh the honour that his reputation deserves.

Bring an offering and come into his courtyards.

9 Bow down to Yahweh in ≈your best clothes.

Tremble in front of him, all the earth. TOO LITERAL

10 Tell all the nations that Yahweh reigns.

He ≈put the planet in its place and nothing will shake it.

He will judge each people group with fairness.

11 Let the skies be glad and let the land be happy.

≈Let the #oceans and everything in #them roar.

12 Let the countryside and everything in it ≈celebrate.

≈Let the trees in the forest shout with joy

13 for Yahweh ≈to see as he arrives,

because he’s coming to judge the earth.

He’ll judge the world with ≈total fairness

and ≡judge ≈all the people with faithfulness.

↑ 96  Sing to/for_YHWH a_song new sing to/for_YHWH Oh_all_of the_earth/land.

2 Sing to/for_YHWH bless his/its_name bear_news from_day to_day salvation_of_his.

3 Recount in/on/at/with_nations glory_of_his in_all the_peoples marvellous_works_of_his.

4 If/because is_great YHWH and_praised exceedingly is_to_be_feared he above all_of gods.

5 If/because all_of the_gods_of the_peoples are_worthless_idols and_YHWH the_heavens he_made.

6 Splendour and_majesty before_face/front_him strength and_beauty in/on/at/with_sanctuary_of_his.

7 Ascribe to/for_YHWH Oh_clans_of peoples ascribe to/for_YHWH glory and_strength.

8 Ascribe to/for_YHWH the_glory_of his/its_name lift_up an_offering and_come into_courts_of_his.

9 Bow_down to/for_YHWH in/on/at/with_splendour_of holiness tremble at_before_of_him Oh_all_of the_earth/land.

10 Say in/on/at/with_nations YHWH he_reigns also it_is_established the_world not it_will_be_shaken he_will_judge peoples in/on/at/with_equity.

11 Let_them_rejoice the_heavens and_rejoice the_earth/land let_it_thunder the_sea and_all_that_fills_of_it.

12 the_field Let_it_exult and_all that in/on/over_him/it then all_of they_will_shout_for_joy the_trees_of the_forest.

13 To_(the)_face_of/in_front_of/before YHWH if/because he_is_coming if/because he_is_coming to_judge the_earth/land he_will_judge the_world in/on/at/with_righteousness and_peoples in/on/at/with_faithfulness_of_his.

97:1 God’s splendour

The Glory of God’s Reign; God the Supreme Ruler

97 Yahweh reigns.

Let the earth be glad.

Let the many islands be happy.

2 Clouds and thick darkness surround him.

≈Doing what’s right and being fair are the foundation of his throne.

3 Fire goes ahead of him,

and burns up his enemies from all around.

4 His lightning lights up the world.

The earth sees >it and trembles.

5 The mountains melt like wax ≈when Yahweh comes—

the master of the whole earth.

6 The heavens declare ≈that he does what is right,

and all the nations can see his ≈splendour.

7 All those who worship carved figures will be shamed—

≈those who boast about worthless idols.

Bow down to him, all you ‘gods’.

8 Tsiyyon (Zion) heard and was glad,

≈and Yehudah’s towns celebrated

because your decrees ≈are fair and right, Yahweh.

9 For you, Yahweh, are ≈the most powerful in all the earth.

≈You are far ≈greater than any other ‘gods’.

10 All you who love Yahweh, hate evil.

He protects the lives of his faithful ones—

he ≈rescues them from the schemes of wicked >people.

11 Light ≈comes for godly >people

≈and gladness for those with honest hearts.

12 Be glad in Yahweh, you ≈godly people

and ≈thank him for his sinless purity.

↑ 97  YHWH he_reigns let_it_be_glad the_earth/land islands let_them_rejoice many.

2 Cloud and_thick_darkness surround_of_him is_righteousness and_justice the_foundation_of throne_of_his.

3 Fire to/for_before_of_him it_goes and_burns_up all_around adversaries_of_his.

4 lightnings_of_his They_light_up the_world it_sees and_trembles the_earth/land.

5 Mountains like_the_wax they_melt from_to/for_face/front/presence YHWH from_to/for_face/front/presence the_master_of all_of the_earth/land.

6 They_declare the_heavens righteousness_of_his and_ all_of _see the_peoples glory_of_his.

7 Let_them_be_ashamed all_of (of)_an_image those_who_serve_of the_boast in/on/at/with_idols bow_down to_him/it Oh_all_of gods.

8 It_hears and_glad Tsiyyōn/(Zion) and_rejoice the_daughters_of Yəhūdāh/(Judah) on_account_of judgements_of_your Oh_YHWH.

9 If/because you Oh_YHWH are_most_high over all_of the_earth/land exceedingly you_are_exalted above all_of gods.

10 Oh_you_all_who_love_of (of)_YHWH hate evil he_is_protecting\f + \fr 97:10 \ft OSHB note: We read one or more accents in L differently than BHS.

Often this notation indicates a typographical error in BHS.

\f* the_lives_of faithful_of_his from_hand_of wicked_people delivers_them.

11 Light\f + \fr 97:11 \ft OSHB note: We read one or more accents in L differently than BHS.

Often this notation indicates a typographical error in BHS.

\f* is_sown for_the_righteous and_for_upright_of heart joy.

12 Rejoice Oh_righteous_people in/on/at/with_LORD and_give_thanks to_name_of holy_of_his.

98:1 Praising the master

Praise the Judge of the World; God the Ruler of the World

A song.

A Psalm.; A psalm; A psalm.

98 Sing a new song to Yahweh because he’s done wonderful >things.

His ≈power and his purity have given him the victory.

2 Yahweh has ≈displayed how he saves >people.

≈He has revealed his justice to all the nations.

3 He calls to mind his loyal commitment and faithfulness towards the Jewish people.

Every part of the world has seen how he saves them.

4 Shout to Yahweh with happiness, all the earth.

≈Burst into happy singing and sing praises.

5 Make music to Yahweh using the harp.

≈Yes, use the harp and melodic sounds.

6 Use trumpets and the sound of the horn.

Shout happily to Yahweh, our king.

7 Let the sea and everything in it roar,

along with the world and everyone living in it.

8 Let the rivers clap their hands.

≈Let the mountains sing with happiness

9 to Yahweh who’s coming to judge the earth.

He’ll judge the world with impartiality,

≈and judge the people groups with fairness.

↑ 98  A_song\f + \fr 98:1 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

98.

1\f* sing to/for_YHWH a_song new if/because wonders he_has_done it_has_given_victory for_him/it right_hand_of_his and_arm_of holy_of_his.

2 YHWH He_has_made_known salvation_of_his in_sight_of the_nations he_has_revealed righteousness_of_his.

3 He_has_remembered love_of_his and_faithfulness_of_his to_house_of Yisrā^ʼēl/(Israel) all_of they_have_seen the_ends_of the_earth DOM the_salvation_of god_of_our.

4 Shout_for_joy to/for_YHWH Oh_all_of the_earth/land break_forth and_sing_for_joy and_sing_praises.

5 Make_music to/for_YHWH in/on/at/with_lyre in/on/at/with_lyre and_sound_of music.

6 In/on/at/with_trumpets and_sound_of a_ram’s_horn shout_for_joy to_(the)_face_of/in_front_of/before the_king YHWH.

7 Let_it_thunder the_sea and_all_that_fills_of_it the_world and_live_of in/on/at/with_it.

8 Rivers let_them_clap a_palm together mountains let_them_sing_for_joy.

9 To_(the)_face_of/in_front_of/before YHWH if/because he_is_coming to_judge the_earth/land he_will_judge the_world in/on/at/with_righteousness and_peoples in/on/at/with_equity.

99:1 The holiness of our God

God the Supreme King; Praise to God for His Holiness

99 Yahweh reigns—let the nations tremble.

He sits above those winged creatures[ref]—the earth quakes.

2 Yahweh is powerful in Tsiyyon (Zion).

He’s more important than all the nations. NOT SURE

3 Let them praise your great and awesome name.

He is holy.

4 He’s a powerful king who loves justice.

You have established fairness.

You have done ≈what is right and fair in dealing with Yisrael.

5 Praise our God, Yahweh,

and worship ≈him in front of his throne.

He is holy.

6 Mosheh and Aharon (Moses and Aaron) were among his priests,

and Shemuel (Samuel) was among those who ≈prayed to him.

They ≈asked Yahweh for help and he answered them.

7 He spoke to them from the pillar of cloud.[ref]

They ≈followed his instructions

and ≈obeyed the #rules that he gave them.

8 You answered them, Yahweh our God.

You were a forgiving God to them,

≈but one who ≈punished them for their ≈disobedience.

9 Praise our God Yahweh,

and worship at his sacred hill,

because our God Yahweh is ≈sinless.

↑ 99  YHWH he_reigns peoples let_them_tremble he_is_sitting cherubim let_it_quake the_earth/land.

2 YHWH in/on/at/with_Tsiyyōn/(Zion) is_great and_exalted he over all_of the_peoples.

3 Let_them_give_thanks_to name_of_your great and_awesome is_holy he.

4 And_mighty_of a_king who_justice he_loves you you_have_established uprightness(es) justice and_righteousness in/on/at/with_Yaˊₐqoⱱ/(Jacob) you you_have_done.

5 Exalt YHWH god_of_our and_worship at_footstool_of feet_of_his is_holy he.

6 Mosheh and_ʼAhₐron in/on/at/with_priests_of_his and_Shəmū^ʼēl/(Samuel) in/on/at/with_called_of his/its_name they_were_calling to YHWH and_he answered_them.

7 In/on/at/with_pillar_of cloud he_spoke to_them they_kept testimonies_of_his and_regulation which_he_gave to_them_them.

8 Oh_YHWH god_of_our you answered_them a_god forgiving you_were to/for_them and_avenger on wrongdoings_of_their.

9 Exalt YHWH god_of_our and_worship at_mountain_of holy_of_his if/because is_holy YHWH god_of_our.

100:1 Let’s thank and praise Yahweh

A Hymn of Praise; All Lands Summoned to Praise God

The song of thanking.

A Psalm of thanksgiving.; A psalm of thanksgiving.; A psalm. For giving thanks.; A psalm: for thanksgiving

100 Cheerfully shout to Yahweh, ≈everybody.

2 Serve Yahweh with gladness.

Enter his presence with cheerful songs.

3 Know that Yahweh is God.

He ≈created us, and we are his.

≈We are his people and ≈he cares for us like a shepherd cares for his sheep.

4 Thank him aloud as you enter his gates.

≈Praise him as you enter his courtyards.

Thank him and bless him

5 because Yahweh is good.

His loyal commitment to us continues forever,[ref]

≈and his truthfulness ≡continues through the generations.

↑ 100  A_song of_thanksgiving\f + \fr 100:1 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

100.

1\f* shout_for_joy to/for_YHWH Oh_all_of the_earth/land.

2 Serve DOM YHWH in/on/at/with_gladness come into_presence_of_him in/on/at/with_joyful_songs.

3 Know if/because_that YHWH he is_god he made_us and_to\f + \fr 100:3 \ft OSHB variant note: ו/לא: (x-qere) ’וְ/ל֣/וֹ’: lemma_c/l morph_HC/R/Sp3ms id_19EBF וְ/ל֣/וֹ\f* we people_of_his and_sheep_of pasture_of_his.

4 Go gates_of_his in/on/at/with_thanksgiving courts_of_his in/on/at/with_praise give_thanks to_him/it bless his/its_name.

5 If/because is_good YHWH to_forever love_of_his and_unto a_generation and_generation faithfulness_of_his.

101:1 A good king’s pledge

A Sovereign’s Pledge of Integrity and Justice; A King’s Promise

A song by David.

Of David. A Psalm.; Of David. A psalm.; A psalm of David.; For David: a psalm

101 I will sing about your loyal commitment and justice.

I’ll sing praises to you, Yahweh.

2 I will choose to ≈live a blameless life.

When will you come to me?

I’ll walk with integrity within my ≈own home.

3 I won’t ≈feast my eyes on worthless things.

I hate deceitful activities—#they won’t cling to me.

4 ≈I will fight my inner perversity.

I ≈refuse to take part in evil.

5 I’ll destroy anyone who slanders their neighbour ≈behind their back.

I won’t ≈tolerate anyone who has a proud and arrogant attitude.

6 It’s the faithful people in the land ≈who’ll be my mentors.

Those who walk in the way of integrity will be welcome to serve me.

7 ≈I don’t want deceitful >people living in my house.

≈Those who lie ≈aren’t welcome in my presence.

8 ≈Morning by morning I’ll destroy all the wicked >people in the country.

≈I’ll remove ≈everyone who does evil from Yahweh’s city.

↑ 101  Of_Dāvid a_song\f + \fr 101:1 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

101.

1\f* covenant_loyalty and_justice I_will_sing to/for_yourself(m) Oh_YHWH I_will_sing_praises.

2 I_will_give_attention in/on/at/with_way blameless when will_you_come to_me I_will_walk_about in/on/at/with_integrity_of heart_of_my in/on/at/with_midst_of house_of_my.

3 Not I_will_set at_before eyes_of_my a_thing_of worthlessness the_doing swerving_deeds I_hate not it_will_cling in/on/at/with_me.

4 A_heart perverse it_will_depart from_me evil not I_will_know.

5 one_who_slanders_of\f + \fr 101:5 \ft OSHB variant note: מלושני: (x-qere) ’מְלָשְׁנִ֬י’: lemma_3960 morph_HVmrmsc id_19ASC מְלָשְׁנִ֬י\f* in/on/at/with_secret his/its_neighbour DOM_him I_will_destroy a_person_haughty_of eyes and_arrogant_of heart DOM_him/it not I_will_be_able.

6 Eyes_of_my in/on/at/with_faithful_of the_earth that_dwell with_me one_who_walks in/on/at/with_way blameless he minister_to_me.

7 Not he_will_dwell in/on/at/with_midst_of house_of_my one_who_does_of (of)_deceit one_who_speaks lies not he_will_be_established in_before presence_of_my.

8 In_the_mornings I_will_destroy all_of the_wicked_people_of the_land so_as_to_cutting_off from_city_of YHWH all_of those_who_do_of (of)_wickedness.

102:1 Prayer for relief from troubles

Prayer to the Eternal King for Help; The Prayer of a Troubled Youth

A prayer of an afflicted person feeling faint and who pours out their sorrows to Yahweh.

A prayer of one overwhelmed with trouble, pouring out problems before the Lord.; A prayer of an afflicted man. When he is faint and pours out his lament before the Lord.; A prayer of one afflicted, when faint and pleading before the Lord.; A prayer: for the afflicted one when he is faint and pours out his complaint before the Lord

102 Hear my prayer, Yahweh.

≈Let my call for help reach you.

2 Don’t hide your face from me on my day of distress.

≈≈Listen to me when I call you, and answer me quickly,

3 because my days are floating away like smoke,

≈and my bones ≈feel like they’re on fire.

4 My heart is cut and withered like grass,

and I ≈have no interest in eating.

5 My skin clings to me

because of the loud groaning of my bones.

6 I’m like a vulture in the wilderness.

I’m like an owl among the ruins.

7 I lie awake

like a lonely bird sitting on the roof.

8 My enemies taunt me ≈all day long.

They ridicule and curse me

9 because I’ve eaten ashes ≈for food

and my tears have mixed into my drink.

10 You picked me up and threw me away

because of your indignation and anger.

11 My days are like extending #shadows,

and I’m withering away like the grass.

12 ≈But you sit on your throne forever,

and your reputation endures through ≈the generations.

13 ≈At the right time you’ll feel compassion for Tsiyyon (Zion).

Now is the time to favour it because the promised moment has come,

14 because your servants admire the stones that it’s built with,

and its dust ≈makes them want to request help.

15 The nations respect Yahweh’s ≈reputation,

and kings ≈around the world respect your splendour.

16 Yahweh will rebuild Tsiyyon.

He’ll appear there in his splendour

17 after he’s turned to the #prayers of the destitute.

≈No, he hasn’t despised their #prayers.

18 Let this be written for future generations to read

≈≈so that people yet to be created will praise Yah.

19 Because he’s looked down from his place that’s high and pure.

≈From heaven, Yahweh has looked down to earth

20 to hear the prisoners groaning—

to release those who’ve ≈been given the death sentence.

21 Then Yahweh’s name will be declared in Tsiyyon,

≈and he’ll be praised in Yerushalem

22 when all the people groups are gathered together,

≈and the kingdoms ≡assembled to serve Yahweh.

23 He’s ≈sapped my strength right here in mid-life.

≈He’s shortened my ≈life.

24 I said, “My God, don’t take me away right in the middle of life.

You ≈live through generation after generation.

25 You founded ≈this planet right at the beginning.[ref]

You ≈made the skies with your own hands.

26 You’ll remain even when they perish.

They’ll wear out like an old ≈shirt—

like clothes you’ll change them and they’ll disappear.

27 ≈But you ≈are there,

≈and your years won’t ever come to an end.

28 The children of your servants here will live on,

and their descendants will ≈live in your presence.”

↑ 102  A_prayer of_afflicted if/because he_grows_faint and_before YHWH he_pours_out lament_of_his.

2 \f + \fr 102:2 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

102.

1\f* Oh_YHWH hear prayer_of_my and_cry_for_help_of_my to_you let_it_come.

3 \f + \fr 102:3 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

102.

2\f* do_not hide face_of_your from_me in/on_day when_it_is_distress to_me incline to_me ear_of_your in/on_day when_I_will_call_out hurry answer_me.

4 \f + \fr 102:4 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

102.

3\f* if/because they_have_come_to_an_end in/on/at/with_smoke days_of_my and_bones_of_my like_furnace furnace they_have_been_burned.

5 \f + \fr 102:5 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

102.

4\f* it_has_been_struck like_the_grass heart_of_my and_withered if/because I_have_forgotten to_eat bread_of_my.

6 \f + \fr 102:6 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

102.

5\f* because_of_loud_of groaning_of_my bones_of_my it_clings to_skin_of_my.

7 \f + \fr 102:7 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

102.

6\f* I_am_like to_owl_of the_wilderness I_am like_owl_of the_waste_places.

8 \f + \fr 102:8 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

102.

7\f* I_am_wakeful and_am like_bird isolated on a_roof.

9 \f + \fr 102:9 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

102.

8\f* all_of the_day taunt_me enemies_of_my deride_of_me in/on/at/with_my they_have_sworn.

10 \f + \fr 102:10 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

102.

9\f* if/because ashes like_the_bread I_have_eaten and_drink_of_my in/on/at/with_tears I_have_mixed.

11 \f + \fr 102:11 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

102.

10\f* from_face/in_front_of indignation_of_your and_anger_of_your if/because picked_up_me and_thrown_aside_me.

12 \f + \fr 102:12 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

102.

11\f* days_of_my like_shadow extended and_I like_the_grass I_am_withering.

13 \f + \fr 102:13 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

102.

12\f* and_you(ms) Oh_YHWH to_forever you_sit and_name_of_your to_generation and_generation.

14 \f + \fr 102:14 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

102.

13\f* you you_will_arise you_will_have_compassion_on Tsiyyōn/(Zion) if/because it_is_the_time to_favour_her if/because the_appointed_time it_has_come.

15 \f + \fr 102:15 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

102.

14\f* if/because your_servants they_take_pleasure_in DOM stones_of_her and_DOM dust_of_its they_show_favour_to.

16 \f + \fr 102:16 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

102.

15\f* and_fear nations DOM the_name_of YHWH and_all the_kings_of the_earth/land DOM glory_of_your.

17 \f + \fr 102:17 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

102.

16\f* if/because YHWH he_has_built Tsiyyōn he_has_appeared in/on/at/with_glory_of_his.

18 \f + \fr 102:18 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

102.

17\f* he_has_turned to the_prayer_of the_destitute and_not he_has_despised DOM prayer_of_their.

19 \f + \fr 102:19 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

102.

18\f* let_it_be_written this for_generation later and_people who_will_be_created it_will_praise Yah.

20 \f + \fr 102:20 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

102.

19\f* if/because he_has_looked_down from_height_of holy_of_his YHWH from_heaven to earth he_has_looked.

21 \f + \fr 102:21 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

102.

20\f* to_hear the_groaning_of prisoners to_set_free the_sons_of death.

22 \f + \fr 102:22 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

102.

21\f* so_that_declared in/on/at/with_Tsiyyōn the_name_of YHWH and_praise_of_his in/on/at/with_Yərūshālam/(Jerusalem).

23 \f + \fr 102:23 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

102.

22\f* in/on/at/with_assemble peoples together and_kingdoms to_serve DOM YHWH.

24 \f + \fr 102:24 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

102.

23\f* he_has_humbled in/on/at/with_midcourse strength_of_my\f + \fr 102:24 \ft OSHB variant note: כח/ו: (x-qere) ’כֹּחִ֗/י’: lemma_3581 b n_1 morph_HNcmsc/Sp1cs id_19tAh כֹּחִ֗/י\f* he_has_cut_short days_of_my.

25 \f + \fr 102:25 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

102.

24\f* I_said god_of_my do_not take_away_me in/on/at/with_midst_of life_of_my in/on/at/with_generation_of generations years_of_your.

26 \f + \fr 102:26 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

102.

25\f* in_beginning the_earth/land you_founded and_work_of hands_of_your the_heavens.

27 \f + \fr 102:27 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

102.

26\f* they they_will_perish and_you(ms) you_will_endure and_all_of_them like_a_garment they_will_wear_out like_the_clothing change_them and_pass_away.

28 \f + \fr 102:28 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

102.

27\f* and_you(ms) are_he and_years_of_your not they_will_come_to_an_end.

29 \f + \fr 102:29 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

102.

28\f* the_children_of your_servants they_will_dwell and_descendants_of_their to_your_face it_will_be_established.

103:1 Yahweh’s goodness

Thanksgiving for God’s Goodness; The Love of God

A song by David.

For David; A psalm of David.; Of David.

103 Bless Yahweh ≈with my entire self,

≈and everything that’s within me, ≡bless ≈him because he’s sinless.

2 Bless Yahweh ≈with my entire self,

and don’t forget all of his ≈kindnesses.

3 He forgives all your ≈acts of disobedience.

≈He heals you from all your diseases.

4 He ≈buys you back from the pit ≈to save your life.

He ≈honours you with his compassion and loyal commitment.

5 He gives you the good things that satisfy you.

He ≈makes you feel young and strong like the eagle.

6 Yahweh does ≈what is right,

and ≈gives justice to all those who are oppressed.

7 He revealed his ways through Mosheh (Moses),

and his activities to the ≈Israelis.

8 Yahweh is gracious and merciful,[ref]

≈slow to get angry and ≈generous in his loyal commitment to us.

9 He won’t ≈keep bringing cases against us,

≈or ≈hold them open forever.

10 He doesn’t ≈give us what our rebellion deserves,

≈or repay us according to ≈how much we disobeyed.

11 Just as the heavens are far above the earth,

so his loyal commitment is strong towards those who ≈obey him.

12 As far as the east is from the west,

he’s removed the guilt for ≈our disobedience that far away.

13 Yahweh has compassion on those who ≈obey him,

just like a father has compassion on &his children

14 because he knows ≈how we’re made—

remembering that we’re just dust.

15 As for humankind, their days are like grass that comes and goes.

≈People are like flowers in the countryside that are here today and gone tomorrow

16 because the wind blows across them and they’re ≈finished

≈then the next day ≈you can’t even tell where they were.

17 But Yahweh’s loyal commitment to those who honour him continues forever,

≈and he ≈gives his favour through to their children’s children—

18 to the people who keep his agreement,

≈and all those ≈who are careful to obey his instructions.

19 Yahweh has established his throne in the heavens,

≈and his kingdom rules over everyone.

20 Bless Yahweh, you his heavenly messengers,

you heavenly warriors,

obeying ≈whatever he says.

21 Bless Yahweh, all his heavenly warriors—

his servants who do ≈whatever he wants.

22 Bless Yahweh, ≈everything he’s made,

in all the places ≈where he rules.

Bless Yahweh, my own inner being.

↑ 103  Of_Dāvid\f + \fr 103:1 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

103.

1\f* bless soul_of_my DOM YHWH and_all within_of_me DOM the_name_of holy_of_his.

2 Bless soul_of_my DOM YHWH and_not forget all_of benefits_of_his.

3 The_forgives to/from_all/each/any/every iniquity_of_your the_heals to/from_all/each/any/every diseases_of_your.

4 The_redeems from_pit life_of_your the_crowns_of_you covenant_loyalty and_compassion.

5 The_satisfies in/on/at/with_good things_of_your it_renews_itself like_the_eagle’s youth_of_your.

6 is_doing_of (of)_righteousness(es) YHWH and_justice to/from_all/each/any/every those_who_are_oppressed.

7 He_made_known ways_of_his to_Mosheh to_people_of Yisrā^ʼēl/(Israel) deeds_of_his.

8 is_compassionate and_gracious YHWH long_of anger(s) and_abounding_of covenant_loyalty.

9 Not to_always he_will_conduct_a_case and_not to_forever he_will_keep.

10 Not according_to_sins_of_our he_has_done to/for_us and_not according_to_iniquities_of_our he_has_repaid to_us.

11 If/because as_as_ heaven _high above the_earth/land steadfast_love_of_his it_is_strong towards fear_of_him.

12 As_as_far east from_west he_has_removed_far_away from_him/it DOM transgressions_of_our.

13 As_ a_father _has_compassion on children YHWH he_has_compassion on fear_of_him.

14 If/because he he_knows frame_of_we he_is_remembering if/because_that are_dust we.

15 Humankind like_the_grass his/its_days like_flower_of the_field so he_flourishes.

16 If/because a_wind it_passes_by in/on/over_him/it and_not_existing_he and_not knows_it again place_of_its.

17 And_steadfast_love_of YHWH from_long_ago/eternity and_unto perpetuity towards fear_of_him and_righteousness_of_his to_children_of children.

18 To_keep_of covenant_of_his and_with_remember_of precepts_of_his to_do_them.

19 YHWH in/on/at/with_heavens he_has_established throne_of_his and_kingdom_of_his in/on/at/with_all it_rules.

20 Bless YHWH messengers_of_his Oh_mighty_ones_of strength who_do_of message_of_his by_obeying in/on/at/with_voice_of message_of_his.

21 Bless YHWH Oh_all_of hosts_of_his servants_of_his who_do_of will_of_his.

22 Bless YHWH Oh_all_of works_of_his in_all the_places_of dominion_of_his bless soul_of_my DOM YHWH.

104:1 Praising the creator

God the Creator and Provider

104 Bless Yahweh, my own inner being.

Yahweh my God, you are very powerful.

You are clothed with splendour and majesty.

2 You wrap yourself in light as if it’s a robe.

You stretched out the heavens like a tent.

3 The floor joists for your rooms are laid across the clouds.

You make the clouds your chariot—

you walk on the wings of the wind.

4 He makes the winds his messengers,

and ≡makes flames of fire his servants.[ref]

5 He laid the foundations of ≈this planet,

and it will never be shaken off.

6 You covered it with deep water like a ≈jacket.

The waters stood above the mountains.

7 Then your rebuke made the waters recede.

They hurried away at the thunderous sound of your voice.

8 The mountains rose up and the valleys sunk down—

all into the #places that you’d established for them.

9 You set a boundary that the waters won’t cross again to cover the earth.

10 Now he sends springs to flow into the valleys,

and that flow between the mountains.

11 They ≈supply water for all the animals in the countryside—

the wild donkeys can break their thirst.

12 The birds build their nests beside them.

They ≈chirp away from among the greenery.

13 He waters the mountains from his rooms above.

The land becomes satisfied because of ≈his work.

14 He makes the grass grow for the cattle,

and plants for people to cultivate,

in order to produce food from the land

15 and wine that makes people’s hearts happy,

along with oil that makes faces shine

and bread that sustains the ≈people’s bodies.

16 Yahweh’s trees ≈have everything they need to prosper—

including Lebanon’s cedars that he planted,

17 where the birds make their nests.

The #storks make the cypress trees their #homes.

18 The high hills are for the wild goats.

&Their crevices are a safe place for the rock badgers.

19 He made the moon to mark the ≈months.

The sun knows ≈when it’s time to go down.

20 You make the darkness at night,

when all the animals in the forest move around.

21 The young lions roar for their prey,

and ≈expect God to supply their food.

22 They ≈slink away when the sun ≈comes up

and lie down in their dens.

23 Meanwhile #people ≈head off to do #their work,

and toil away until evening.

24 Yahweh, ≈you’ve made so many different kinds of things.

You ≈used your wisdom when you made them.

Now the earth is full with your various creatures.

25 The ocean is ≈wide and huge—

Swimming creatures there without number—

both small and large.

26 Ships ≈travel across it.

The sea dragon that you formed plays in it.[ref]

27 All of them look to you

to give them their food at ≈the appropriate time.

28 They gather what you give to them.

≈When you open your hand, they’re satisfied.

29 When you hide ≈yourself away, they’re upset.

≈If you take away their breath, they die and return to dust.

30 When you send out your spirit, they’re created,

and you renew the ground’s surface.

31 May Yahweh’s splendour last forever.

May Yahweh ≈find pleasure in everything he’s made and done.

32 He just looks at the world and it trembles.

He touches the mountains and they start smoking.

33 I will sing to Yahweh all my life.

I will sing praises to my God as long as I have ≈breath.

34 May my ≈thoughts please him.

I’m happy about Yahweh.

35 May sinners be destroyed from the world,

and may there be no more wicked >people.

I will bless Yahweh with my ≈entire being.

Praise Yah.

↑ 104  Bless soul_of_my DOM YHWH Oh_YHWH god_of_my you_are_great exceedingly splendour and_majesty you_are_clothed.

2 you_are_wrapping_yourself light as_a_garment you_are_stretching_out the_heavens like_a_tent.

3 The_lays_the_beams in/on/at/with_waters upper_chambers_of_his the_makes clouds chariot_of_his the_rides on the_wings_of the_wind.

4 he_is_making messengers_of_his winds ministers_of_his a_fire blazing.

5 He_established the_earth on foundations_of_its not it_will_be_shaken forever and_ever.

6 The_deep as_a_garment covered_it above the_mountains they_stood the_waters.

7 From rebuke_of_your fled from the_sound_of thunder_of_your hurried_away.

8 They_went_up mountains they_went_down valleys to the_place_of (of)_which you_had_established to/for_them.

9 A_boundary you_set not cross not again to_cover the_earth/land.

10 The_gush_forth springs in/on/at/with_valleys between the_mountains flow.

11 They_give_drink_to every_of beast_of the_field wild_donkeys they_break thirst_of_their.

12 Beside_them the_birds_of the_heavens it_dwells from_among foliage they_give_forth voice.

13 he_is_watering mountains from_upper_chambers_of_his from_the_fruit work_of_your it_is_satisfied the_earth/land.

14 he_is_causing_to_grow grass for_the_cattle and_plants for_cultivate_of the_humankind to_bring_forth food from the_earth/land.

15 And_wine which_it_makes_glad the_heart_of humankind to_shine faces with_oil and_bread which_the_heart_of humankind it_sustains.

16 the_trees_of They_are_satisfied of_YHWH the_cedars_of Ləⱱānōn which he_planted.

17 Where there birds they_make_nests the_stork is_fir_trees home_of_its.

18 the_mountains the_high for_the_wild_goats crags are_a_refuge for_the_coneys.

19 He_made the_moon to_seasons the_sun it_knows setting_of_its.

20 You_make darkness and_ night _let_it_be in/on/over_him/it every_of it_moves_about animals_of the_forest.

21 The_young_lions are_roaring for_their_prey and_to_seek from_god food_of_their.

22 It_rises the_sun withdraw and_near/to dens_of_their lie_down.

23 He_goes_out a_person to_work_of_his and_to_labour_of_his until evening.

24 How they_are_many works_of_your Oh_YHWH all_of_them in/on/at/with_wisdom you_have_made it_is_full the_earth/land creatures_of_your.

25 This the_sea is_great and_spacious_of both_sides are_there moving_things and_without a_number living_creatures small with large.

26 There ships go Leviathan which you_formed to_play in/on/over_him/it.

27 All_of_them to_you look to_give food_of_their in/on/at/with_due_season_of_him.

28 You_give to/for_them gather_up you_open hand_of_your satisfied good_things.

29 You_hide face_of_your dismayed you_withdraw breath_of_their die and_near/to dust_of_their return.

30 You_send_forth spirit_of_your created and_renew the_surface_of the_ground.

31 the_glory_of May_it_be of_YHWH to_forever YHWH may_he_rejoice in/on/at/with_works_of_his.

32 The_looks at_the_earth and_trembles he_touches in/on/at/with_mountains and_smoke.

33 I_will_sing to/for_YHWH in/on/at/with_life_of_my I_will_sing_praises to_god_of_my in/on/at/with_have_being_I.

34 May_it_be_pleasing on/upon/above_him/it meditation_of_my I I_rejoice in/on/at/with_LORD.

35 Let_them_be_destroyed sinners from the_earth/land and_wicked be_again no_they bless soul_of_my DOM YHWH praise Yah.

105:1 Yahweh’s faithfulness

God and His People; God’s Faithfulness to Israel

(1 Chr. 16:8-22)

105 Give thanks to Yahweh. ≈Ask him when you need help.

Tell every people group ≈about what he’s done.

2 Sing to him. Sing praises to him.

Tell about his wonderful >miracles.

3 Boast about his sinless ≈reputation.

Let the hearts of those who ≈follow Yahweh be glad.

4 Get your help from Yahweh and his strength.

≈Always be ≈requesting his attention.

5 Remember the incredible things that he’s done—

≈his miracles and the judgements that he’s made

6 you offspring of his servant Abraham,

≈you descendants of Yaakov (Jacob), his chosen one.

7 He is Yahweh, our God.

His judgements are felt throughout the entire world.

8 He ^never forgets his agreement with us—

≈Any promise he made will endure for a thousand generations.

9 ≈like the one he made with Abraham,[ref]

and his oath to Yitsak (Isaac).[ref]

10 ≈Later, he confirmed it again to Yaakov (Jacob),[ref]

and to Yisrael as an agreement ≈with no expiry date,

11 saying, “I’ll give you all the Canaan ≈region,

as your share of your inheritance.”

12 That was when they were few in number—

so few, and were strangers to @the area.

13 They wandered from country to country

≈and from one kingdom to another.

14 He didn’t allow ≈others to oppress them.

He even scolded kings on their account.[ref]

15 He told them not to touch his chosen leaders,

≈and not to harm his prophets.

16 He called for a famine in that land[ref]—

≈≈all food supply chains were broken.

17 He sent a man on ahead of them,[ref]

when Yosef (Joseph) was sold as a slave.

18 His feet were ≈shackled together.[ref]

≈His neck was placed in an iron collar

19 until ?@Yahweh’s[fn] ≈order came.

Yahweh’s ?≈promise[fn] tested @Yosef.

20 Then the king sent servants to release him.[ref]

≈The people’s ruler set him free.

21 He made him the master of his ≈household,[ref]

and the ruler over all his possessions—

22 to instruct his officials at his pleasure,

≈and to teach wisdom to his elders.

23 Then Yisrael went to Egypt (Heb. Mitsrayim),[ref]

yes, Yaakov (Jacob) ≈lived for a time in the land of Ham.

24 Then Yahweh made his people ≈have large families,

and ≡made them much more powerful than their enemies.

25 He ≈caused them to hate his people—

≈to deal craftily with his servants.

26 He sent his servant Mosheh (Moses),[ref]

≈and Aharon (Aaron) who he’d chosen

so they would deal with it.

27 They demonstrated signs @from Yahweh while with @the Egyptians,

≈and miracles in the land of Ham.

28 He sent darkness and the place ≈went dark.[ref]

They ≈couldn’t argue against his commands.[fn]

29 He turned their water into blood,[ref]

and their fish died.

30 Their land swarmed with frogs,[ref]

even in the ≈palace bedrooms.

31 He spoke and a swarm of flies came.[ref]

Gnats spread throughout ≈the entire country.

32 He ≈replaced the rain with hail,[ref]

with fire flaming on their land.[fn]

33 He ≈destroyed their grapevines and fig trees—

shattering ≈all the other trees.

34 He spoke out and the locusts came[ref]

and grasshoppers ≈that simply couldn’t be counted,

35 and devoured all of the vegetation in their region—

they ate up all the ≈produce from the ≈soil.

36 He ≈killed every ≈eldest male in their land[ref]—

the ≈star products of their strength. STUD PRODUCTS???

37 He brought @his people out ≈carrying gold and silver,[ref]

No one among the tribes stumbled as they left.

38 Egypt (Heb. Mitsrayim) was glad when they departed,

because ≈they’d come to very much dread them.

39 He spread out a cloud for a covering[ref]

and a fire to give light at night.

40 #They asked, and he sent quail,[ref]

≈and they filled up on bread from the heavens.

41 He ≈split a rock and #water gushed out[ref]—

#it ≈flowed in the wilderness like a river,

42 because he remembered his holy promise to his servant Abraham.

43 His people ≈were happy as he brought them out of Egypt.

His chosen ones were shouting with joy.

44 He gave them the foreigners’ lands,[ref]

and they took possession of the peoples’ goods,

45 so that they might follow his instructions

and obey his rules.

Praise Yah.

↑ 105  Give_thanks to/for_YHWH call in/on/at/with_name_of_his make_known in/on/at/with_peoples deeds_of_his.

2 Sing to_him/it\f + \fr 105:2 \ft OSHB note: We read one or more accents in L differently than BHS.

Often this notation indicates a typographical error in BHS.

\f* sing_praises to_him/it tell in_all wonderful_of_his.

3 Boast in/on_name_of holy_of_his the_heart_of let_it_rejoice (of)_YHWH of_those_who_seek_of.

4 Seek YHWH and_strength_of_his seek face_of_his continually.

5 Remember wonders_of_his which he_has_done miracles_of_his and_judgements_of pronounced_of_he.

6 Oh_offspring_of ʼAⱱrāhām servant_of_his Oh_descendants_of Yaˊₐqoⱱ/(Jacob) chosen_of_his.

7 He is_YHWH god_of_our in_all the_earth/land judgements_of_his.

8 He_remembers to_forever covenant_of_his the_message which_he_commanded for_a_thousand generations.

9 Which he_made with ʼAⱱrāhām and_oath_of_his to_Yiʦḩāq/(Isaac).

10 And_confirmed_it to_Yaˊₐqoⱱ¦262067 as_regulation to_Yisrā^ʼēl/(Israel) a_covenant_of perpetuity.

11 To_say to/for_yourself(m) I_will_give DOM the_land_of Kinaˊan/(Canaan) the_portion_of inheritance_of_your_all’s.

12 On_their_being men_of number of_little and_strangers in/on/at/with_it.

13 And_wandering from_nation to nation from_kingdom to a_people another.

14 Not he_permitted anyone to_oppress_them and_rebuked on_account_their kings.

15 Do_not touch in/on/at/with_anointed_of_my and_to_prophets_of_my do_not do_harm.

16 And_he/it_called a_famine on the_earth/land every_of staff_of bread he_broke.

17 He_sent on_ahead_of_them a_man as_slave Yōşēf/(Joseph) he_was_sold.

18 People_afflicted in/on/at/with_fetters feet_of_his\f + \fr 105:18 \ft OSHB variant note: רגלי/ו: (x-qere) ’רַגְל֑/וֹ’: lemma_7272 n_1 morph_HNcfsc/Sp3ms id_195wE רַגְל֑/וֹ\f* iron neck_of_his it_came.

19 Until the_time came message_of_his the_message_of YHWH tested_him.

20 He_sent a_king and_released_him a_ruler_of peoples and_set_free_him.

21 Made_him master of_house_of_his and_ruler in_all possessions_of_his.

22 To_instruct officials_of_his in/on/at/with_pleasure_of_he and_elders_of_his he_taught_wisdom.

23 And_ Yisrā^ʼēl/(Israel) _came Miʦrayim/(Egypt) and_Yaˊₐqoⱱ/(Jacob) he_sojourned in_land_of Ḩām.

24 And_made_fruitful DOM people_of_his exceedingly and_stronger_them than_foes_of_their.

25 He_turned hearts_of_whose to_hate people_of_his to_deal_craftily in/on/at/with_servants_of_his.

26 He_sent Mosheh servant_of_his ʼAhₐron whom he_had_chosen in/on/over_him/it.

27 They_performed in/on/at/with_them the_messages_of signs_of_his and_miracles in_land of_Ḩām.

28 He_sent darkness and_made_dark and_not they_rebelled_against DOM messages_of_his\f + \fr 105:28 \ft OSHB variant note: דברו/ו: (x-qere) ’דְּבָרֽ/וֹ’: lemma_1697 n_0 morph_HNcmsc/Sp3ms id_19qs9 דְּבָרֽ/וֹ\f*.

\f + \fr 105:28 \ft OSHB note: BHS has been faithful to the Leningrad Codex where there might be a question of the validity of the form and we keep the same form as BHS.

\f* 29 he_turned DOM waters_of_their into_blood and_die DOM fish_of_their.

30 land_of_their It_swarmed frogs in/on/at/with_chambers_of kings_of_their.

31 He_spoke and_ a_swarm_of_flies _came gnats in_all country_of_their.

32 He_made rain_of_them hail a_fire_of flames in/on/at/with_land_of_their.

33 And_struck vines_of_their and_fig_trees_of_their and_shattered the_trees_of territory_of_their.

34 He_spoke and_ locusts _came and_young_locusts and_without a_number.

35 And_ate_up all_of the_vegetation in/on/at/with_land_of_their and_ate_up the_fruit_of ground_of_their.

36 And_struck_down every_of firstborn in/on/at/with_land_of_their the_beginning to/from_all/each/any/every strength_of_their.

37 And_brought_out_them in/on/at/with_silver and_gold and_no in/on/at/with_tribes_of_his one_who_stumbled.

38 Miʦrayim/(Egypt) It_rejoiced in/on/at/with_departed_they if/because dread_of_them it_had_fallen upon_them.

39 He_spread_out a_cloud for_covering and_fire to_give_light night.

40 He_asked and_he/it_brought quail and_bread_of heavens satisfied_them.

41 He_opened a_rock and_ waters _gushed_out they_went in/on/at/with_wilderness a_river.

42 If/because he_remembered DOM the_message_of holy_of_his DOM ʼAⱱrāhām servant_of_his.

43 And_brought_out people_of_his in/on/at/with_joy in/on/at/with_shouts_of_joy DOM chosen_of_his.

44 And_he/it_gave to/for_them lands_of nations and_what_worked_of peoples they_took_possession_of.

45 In_account_of they_may_keep regulations_of_his and_laws_of_his they_may_observe praise Yah.

106:1 Yahweh’s goodness

A Confession of Israel’s Sins; The Lord’s Goodness to His People

106 Praise Yah. Give thanks to Yahweh because he’s good,

because his loyal commitment ^never ends.

2 Who can recount everything that ≈Yahweh’s done?

Can anyone list all his praises?

3 Those who promote justice will be blessed,

as will those who always do what is right.

4 When you help your people, Yahweh, remember me.

Help me when you rescue them.

5 I want to see your chosen people ≈prosper—

be happy that your nation is happy

and ≈share the splendour of your inheritance.

6 We have ≈disobeyed God like our ancestors did.

≈We have done things that were wrong, and have acted wickedly.

7 Our ancestors didn’t appreciate the miracles you did in Egypt (Heb. Mitsrayim).[ref]

They just forgot about your ≈display of loyal commitment,

and instead they rebelled down there at the Red Sea.

8 ≈However, he saved them for ≈the sake of his reputation—

to make his incredible power known to the world.

9 He ≈commanded the Red Sea and it dried up,

then he led them through &its depths as if it was ≈ordinary land[ref]

10 and saved them from the ≈forces of those who hated them—

≈yes, he rescued them from &their enemy’s ≈power.

11 The #water ≈came back over their enemies—

there wasn’t a single one of them left.

12 Then they finally believed his words,[ref]

and they sang ≈praises to him.

13 But they soon forgot what he’d done.

They didn’t bother ≈waiting for his advice.

14 They had intense cravings for meat in the wilderness,[ref]

≈and they challenged God right there in the desert.

15 ≈So he gave them what they asked for

≈but he sent them a horrible disease with it.

16 Then in the camp, they became jealous of Mosheh (Moses),[ref]

≈and Aharon (Aaron), Yahweh’s ≈chosen priest.

17 The earth opened up and swallowed Datan,

≈and covered over Aviram’s followers.

18 Then fire blazed among them,

≈and the flames burnt up the wicked >people.

19 They made a gold calf at Horev,[ref]

≈and worshipped the metal ≈statue there.

20 They traded the splendour of their God,

with a ≈statue image of a bull that eats ≈grass. ☺

21 They forgot about their saviour God

who’d done incredible >miracles in Egypt (Heb. Mitsrayim),

22 ≈≡had done ≈amazing feats in the land of Ham (i.e., Egypt),

≈and ≈had demonstrated powerful forces at the ≈Red Sea.

23 So he said that he’d destroy them,

≈except that his chosen servant Mosheh stood ≈as intermediary,

to turn him away from his severe anger and plan ≈to destroy.

24 Then they despised that desirable ≈region—[ref]

≈they didn’t believe his ≈promise.

25 ≈Instead they grumbled in their tents

and didn’t listen to ≈what Yahweh said.

26 ≈So he made his decision against them:

that they’d drop dead there in the wilderness,

27 and he’d disperse their descendants across many countries[ref]

≈and scatter them in distant lands.

28 They ≈submitted to the Baal of Peor,[ref]

and ate sacrifices that had been offered to the dead.

29 They provoked him to anger with their actions,

and a plague broke out among them.

30 Then Pinehas ≈took a stand and intervened

and stopped the plague.

31 That ≈godly action was credited to him,

≈for all the generations to come.

32 They also made Yahweh angry at the Merivah springs,[ref]

and ≈that led to trouble for Mosheh (Moses),

33 because they’d rebelled against his spirit,

and then he ended up speaking rashly.

34 They didn’t destroy those people groups[ref]

as Yahweh had ≈told them to do.

35 ≈Instead they mingled with those other groups,

and imitated their ungodly activities

36 and worshipped their idols

≈which then became the reason for their destruction.

37 They sacrificed their sons and daughters to the demons.[ref]

38 Yes, they shed innocent blood[ref]—

the blood of their sons and daughters

that they sacrificed to the idols and polluted the land with blood.

39 Their actions ≈made them unacceptable to worship God,

having prostituted themselves to other Gods.

40 So Yahweh got angry with his own people,[ref]

≈and he despised his own inheritance.

41 He ≈allowed other countries to control them,

≈and those who hated them ruled over them.

42 Their enemies oppressed them,

≈and subdued them under their ≈control.

43 He rescued them many times,

but they kept rebelling in their ≈minds,

and were brought down by their own sin.

44 ≈Nevertheless, he ≈paid attention to their distress

when he heard their cry for help.

45 He ≈thought about his agreement with them,

and he relented because of the strength of his loyal commitment to them.

46 He ≈caused their conquerors to ≈have pity on them.

47 Save us Yahweh our God,[ref]

and gather us back from among ≈other nations

so that we can give thanks for your sacred reputation,

and ≈praise you with real gladness.

48 May Yisrael’s God Yahweh be praised ≈throughout the ages,

and all the people said, “≈Yes, let it be so.”

Praise Yah.

Fifth collection

(Songs 107–150)

↑ 106  Praise Yah\f + \fr 106:1 \ft OSHB exegesis note: A single word in the text has been divided for exegesis.

\f* give_thanks to/for_YHWH if/because he_is_good if/because to_forever steadfast_love_of_his.

2 Who will_he_utter the_mighty_deeds_of YHWH will_he_proclaim all_of praise_of_his.

3 How_blessed are_those_who_keep_of (of)_justice one_who_does_of (of)_righteousness in/on/at/with_all_of time.

4 Remember_me Oh_YHWH in/on/at/with_favour_of people_of_your help_me in/on/at/with_deliver_of_you.

5 To_see in/on/at/with_prosperity_of chosen_of_your that_rejoice in/on/at/with_joy_of nation_of_your that_glory with inheritance_of_your.

6 We_have_sinned with fathers_of_our we_have_done_wrong we_have_acted_wickedly.

7 fathers_of_our in/on/at/with_Miʦrayim/(Egypt) not they_considered wondrous_of_your not they_remembered DOM the_greatness_of kindnesses_of_your and_rebelled at the_sea in/on/at/with_Sea_of reeds.

8 And_saved_them for_the_sake_of his/its_name to_known DOM mighty_power_of_his.

9 And_rebuked in/on/at/with_sea_of reeds and_dried_up and_led_them in/on/at/with_deep as_the_wilderness.

10 And_saved_them from_hand_of one_who_hated and_redeemed_them from_hand_of an_enemy.

11 And_covered the_waters adversaries_of_their one from_them not he_was_left.

12 And_believed in/on/at/with_messages_of_his they_sang praise_of_his.

13 They_made_haste they_forgot works_of_his not they_waited for_counsel_of_his.

14 And_they_craved a_craving in/on/at/with_wilderness and_put_tothe_test god in/on/at/with_wilderness.

15 And_he/it_gave to/for_them what_askedfor_of_they and_sent a_wasting_disease in/on/at/with_souls_of_their.

16 And_jealous of_Mosheh in/on/at/with_camp of_ʼAhₐron the_holy_one_of YHWH.

17 It_opened the_earth and_swallowed_up Dātān and_covered over the_company_of ʼAⱱīrām.

18 And_blazed fire in/on/at/with_company_of_their flame it_set_ablaze the_wicked_people.

19 They_made a_calf in/on/at/with_Ḩorēⱱ¦262540 and_worshiped to_throw_image.

20 And_exchanged DOM glory_of_their in/on/at/with_image_of an_ox which_eats vegetation.

21 They_forgot god saviour_of_their who_had_done great_things in/on/at/with_Miʦrayim/(Egypt).

22 Wonders in_land of_Ḩām awesome_deeds at the_sea_of reeds.

23 And_he/it_said that_destroy_them if_not Mosheh chosen_of_his he_had_stood in/on/at/with_breach before_face/front_him to_turn_away severe_anger_of_his from_destroying.

24 And_despised in_land desire not they_believed in_promise_of_his.

25 And_grumbled in/on/at/with_tents_of_their not they_listened in/on/at/with_voice_of YHWH.

26 And_raised his/its_hand to/for_them that_fall DOM_them in/on/at/with_wilderness.

27 And_to_disperse descendants_of_their in/on/at/with_nations and_to_scatter_them in/on/at/with_lands.

28 And_attached to_Baˊal_of Peor and_ate sacrifices_of dead_ones.

29 And_provoked_toanger in/on/at/with_deeds_of_their and_broke_out in/on/at/with_them a_plague.

30 And_ Pinḩāş _stood_up and_intervened and_stopped the_plague.

31 And_reckoned to_him/it as_righteousness throughout_generation and_generation until perpetuity.

32 And_angered at the_waters_of Mərīⱱāh and_went_ill with_Mosheh in/on/at/with_them.

33 If/because they_rebelled_toward DOM his/its_breath/wind/spirit and_spoke_rashly in/on/at/with_lips_of_his.

34 Not they_destroyed DOM the_peoples which he_had_said YHWH to/for_them.

35 And_mingled in/on/at/with_nations and_learned did_of_their.

36 And_served DOM idols_of_their and_they_were to/for_them as_snare.

37 And_sacrificed DOM sons_of_their and_DOM daughters_of_their to_the_demons.

38 And_shed blood innocent the_blood_of sons_of_their and_daughters_of_their whom they_sacrificed to_idols_of Kinaˊan/(Canaan) and_polluted the_earth/land in/on/at/with_blood.

39 And_became_unclean in/on/at/with_acts_of_their and_prostituted\f + \fr 106:39 \ft OSHB note: We read one or more accents in L differently than BHS.

Often this notation indicates a typographical error in BHS.

\f* in/on/at/with_deeds_of_their.

40 And_it_glowed/burned the_anger of_YHWH in/on/at/with_people_of_his and_abhorred DOM inheritance_of_his.

41 And_gave_them in/on/at/with_hand_of nations and_ruled in/among_them hated_of_them.

42 And_oppressed_them enemies_of_their and_subdued under power_of_their.

43 Times many delivered_them and_they they_rebelled in/on/at/with_counsel_of_their and_brought_low in/on/at/with_iniquity_of_their.

44 And_he/it_saw in/on/at/with_distress to/for_them in/on/at/with_heard_he DOM cry_of_their.

45 And_remembered to/for_them covenant_of_his and_relented according_to_abundance_of steadfast_love_of_his\f + \fr 106:45 \ft OSHB variant note: חסד/ו: (x-qere) ’חֲסָדָֽי/ו’: lemma_2617 a n_0 morph_HNcmpc/Sp3ms id_19kem חֲסָדָֽי/ו\f*.

46 And_he/it_gave DOM_them to_pitied to_(the)_face_of/in_front_of/before all_of captors_of_their.

47 Save_us Oh_YHWH god_of_our and_gather_us from the_nations so_that_give_thanks to_name_of holy_of_your to_glory in/on/at/with_praise_of_your.

48 be_blessed YHWH the_god_of Yisrā^ʼēl/(Israel) from the_everlasting and_unto the_everlasting and_ all_of _saying(ms) the_people amen praise Yah.

107:1 Thanking for God’s goodness

In Praise of God’s Goodness; Thanksgiving for Deliverance from Many Troubles

107 Give thanks to Yahweh, because he’s good,

and his loyal commitment endures forever.

2 Let ≈the people who’ve been redeemed by Yahweh speak out—

those he’s rescued from the enemy’s ≈control.

3 He has gathered them ≈back from foreign lands,

from the east and from the west,

≈from the north and from the south.

4 They wandered through the wilderness on a desert road

and found no city ≈that they could settle in.

5 They were hungry and thirsty—

≈≈fading away from exhaustion.

6 Then they called out to Yahweh in their time of trouble,

→and he rescued them out of their distress.

7 He led them by a direct path

so that they could go to a city to live in.

8 Oh that people would praise Yahweh for his loyal commitment

and for the amazing things he’s done for humanity,

9 because he satisfies ≈the longings of those who thirst,

and the desires of those who hunger, he fills up with good things.

10 Some sat in darkness and in gloom—

prisoners chained up and experiencing suffering.

11 This was because they had rebelled against God’s messages

and rejected the highest >one’s instructions.

12 He ≈used hardships to humble them.

They stumbled and there wasn’t anyone to help them up.

13 Then they called out to Yahweh in their time of trouble,

and he rescued them out of their distress.

14 He broke off their chains

≈and brought them out of darkness and gloom.

15 Oh that people would praise Yahweh for his loyal commitment

≈and for the amazing things he’s done for humanity,

16 because he’s broken the bronze gates

≈and cut through the iron bars.

17 They were foolish in their rebellious ways

and ≈made to suffer because of their sins.

18 They lost their desire to eat any food,

and they came close to death’s gates.

19 Then they called out to Yahweh in their time of trouble,

and he rescued them out of their distress.

20 He sent his message and healed them,

and he rescued them from their destruction.

21 Oh that people would praise Yahweh for his loyal commitment

and for the amazing things he’s done for humanity.

22 Let them offer thanksgiving sacrifices

and ≈write songs about what he’s done.

23 Some travel across the ocean in ships

and do business overseas.

24 Those >people saw Yahweh’s activities

and his miracles on the oceans,

25 because he ≈spoke out his command

and aroused the windstorm that stirred up the waves.

26 @Their ships ≈reached up to the sky,

then they ≈sank down ≈into the troughs.

Their ≈courage melted away in anguish.

27 They swayed and staggered like drunkards

and ≈had run out of sensible ideas.

28 Then they called out to Yahweh in their time of trouble,

and he rescued them out of their distress.

29 He calmed the storm,

≈and the waves were stilled.

30 Then they celebrated because ≈it had quietened down,

so he brought them to their desired harbour.

31 Oh that people would praise Yahweh for his loyal commitment

and for the amazing things that he’s done for humanity.

32 Let them ≈speak about his goodness to the people’s assembly

and praise him at the council of the elders.

33 He turns rivers into wilderness,

≈and springs of water into dry land,

34 and a prosperous land into a barren place

because of the wickedness of those who live there.

35 He turns the wilderness into a pool

and dry land into springs of water.

36 He settles the hungry there,

and they build a city to live in.

37 They sow fields and plant vineyards,

so that they can bring in a ≈profitable harvest.

38 He blesses them so they are very numerous.

He doesn’t let their cattle decrease in number.

39 They ≈became less in number and status

≈through painful distress and suffering.

40 He pours contempt on the leaders

and makes them wander in the wilderness where there’s no roads,

41 but he protects the needy from affliction

and cares for his families like a shepherd with his flock.

42 The godly >people will see that and celebrate,

and all wicked people ≈will be shamed into silence.

43 Whoever is wise should take note of those things

and meditate about Yahweh’s acts of loyal commitment.

↑ 107  Give_thanks to/for_YHWH if/because he_is_good if/because to_forever steadfast_love_of_his.

2 Let_them_say of_YHWH those_redeemed_of whom redeemed_them from_hand_of the_foe.

3 And_from_lands gathered_them from_east and_from_west from_north and_from_south.

4 They_wandered_about in/on/at/with_wilderness in/on/at/with_wastes_of a_way a_city_of dwelling not they_found.

5 Hungry also thirsty soul_of_their (is)_in_them it_was_fainting_away.

6 And_cried_out to YHWH in/on/at/with_trouble to/for_them from_distress_of_their delivered_them.

7 And_led_them in/on/at/with_way straight to_go to a_city_of dwelling.

8 Let_them_give_thanks to/for_YHWH steadfast_love_of_his and_wondrous_of_his for_children_of humankind.

9 If/because he_satisfies a_throat longing and_soul hungry he_fills good_things.

10 those_who_sat_of darkness and_gloom prisoners_of affliction and_iron.

11 If/because they_had_rebelled_against the_messages_of god and_counsel_of the_Most_High they_had_spurned.

12 And_humbled in/on/at/with_hard_labour hearts_of_their they_stumbled and_there_was_no a_helper.

13 And_cried to YHWH in/on/at/with_trouble to/for_them from_distress_of_their saved_them.

14 Brought_out_them of_darkness and_gloom and_bonds_of_their he_tore_apart.

15 Let_them_give_thanks to/for_YHWH steadfast_love_of_his and_wondrous_of_his for_children_of humankind.

16 If/because he_breaks_down gates_of bronze and_bars_of iron he_cuts_down.

17 Fools through_ways_of rebellious_of_their and_because_of_iniquities_of_their they_were_afflicted.

18 All_of food soul_of_their it_loathed and_drew_near to the_gates_of death.

19 And_cried to YHWH in/on/at/with_trouble to/for_them from_distress_of_their saved_them.

20 He_sent message_of_his and_healed_them and_delivered from_destruction_of_their.

\f + \fr 107:20 \ft OSHB note: Inverted nun in the text.

\f* 21 let_them_give_thanks to/for_YHWH steadfast_love_of_his and_wondrous_of_his for_children_of humankind.

\f + \fr 107:21 \ft OSHB note: Inverted nun in the text.

\f* 22 and_offer sacrifices_of thanksgiving and_tell works_of_his in/on/at/with_songs_of_joy.

\f + \fr 107:22 \ft OSHB note: Inverted nun in the text.

\f* 23 those_who_went_down_of the_sea in/on/at/with_ships who_did_of (of)_business in/on/at/with_waters many.

\f + \fr 107:23 \ft OSHB note: Inverted nun in the text.

\f* 24 they they_saw the_works_of YHWH and_wondrous_of_his in/on/at/with_deep.

\f + \fr 107:24 \ft OSHB note: Inverted nun in the text.

\f* 25 and_he/it_said and_raised a_wind_of a_storm and_lifted_up waves_of_its.

\f + \fr 107:25 \ft OSHB note: Inverted nun in the text.

\f* 26 they_went_up the_heavens they_went_down the_deeps courage_of_their in/on/at/with_calamity it_melted.

27 They_staggered and_staggered like_a_drunken and_all wits’¦263028_of_their it_was_confused.

28 And_cried_out to YHWH in/on/at/with_trouble to/for_them and_of_distress_of_their brought_out_them.

29 He_raised the_storm to_whisper waves_of_their and_hushed.

30 And_glad if/because they_were_quiet and_guided_them to the_harbor_of desired_of_their.

31 Let_them_give_thanks to/for_YHWH steadfast_love_of_his and_wondrous_of_his for_children_of humankind.

32 And_exalt_him in/on/at/with_congregation_of the_people and_in/on/at/with_assembly_of the_elders praise_him.

33 He_made rivers into_wilderness and_springs_of water into_thirsty_ground.

34 A_land_of fruit into_salt_waste because_of_wickedness_of those_who_dwell_of in/on/at/with_its.

35 He_made a_wilderness into_pool_of water and_land_of dryness into_springs_of water.

36 And_live there hungry_people and_establish a_city_of dwelling.

37 And_sow fields and_plant vineyards and_they_made fruit_of produce.

38 And_blesses_them and_multiply exceedingly and_cattle_of_their not he_made_few.

39 And_diminished and_brought_low through_oppression_of calamity and_sorrow.

\f + \fr 107:39 \ft OSHB note: Inverted nun in the text.

\f* 40 he_was_pouring_out contempt on noble_people and_wander_them in/on/at/with_waste_of not a_way.

41 And_raises_up the_needy out_of_affliction and_he/it_assigned like_a_flocks families.

42 They_see upright_people and_glad and_all unrighteousness it_shuts her/its_mouth.

43 Who is_wise and_give_heed these_things and_consider the_covenant_loyalti(es)_of YHWH.

108:1 Praise, then prayer for victory

A Prayer for Help against Enemies; Praise and Prayer for Victory

(Psa. 57:7-11; 60:5-12)

A song by David.

A Song. A Psalm of David.; A song. A psalm of David.; A psalm of David. A song.; A song: a psalm: for David

108 ≈I’ve made my decision, God.

I will sing, yes, I will sing praises with ≈sincerity.

2 Wake up, lute and harp—

I’ll wake up the dawn.

3 I will give thanks to you, Yahweh, among the people groups.

≈I will sing praises to you among the nations

4 because your loyal commitment ≈extends to the heavens

and your trustworthiness reaches to the skies.

5 Be ≈honoured, God, above the heavens,

and may your ≈splendour be displayed across all the ≈world.

6 ≈Use your power to answer me

so that those you love will be rescued.

7 God has spoken from his sanctuary, “I will celebrate.

I will divide up Shekem and apportion out the Sukkot Valley.

8 Gilead is mine, and Menashsheh is mine.

Efrayim is my helmet and Yehudah is my scepter.

9 Moab is my washbasin.

I’ll throw my sandal over Edom.

I’ll shout in triumph over Philistia.

10 Who will bring me into the fortified city?

Who will lead me to Edom?”

11 ≈It seems that you’ve rejected us, God?

You don’t go into battle with our armies.

12 Give us help against &our enemy,

because human help is worthless.

13 We’ll win with God’s help.

He will trample down our enemies.

↑ 108  A_song a_song of_Dāvid.

2 \f + \fr 108:2 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

108.

1\f* is_steadfast heart_of_my Oh_god I_will_sing and_sing_praises also soul_of_my.

3 \f + \fr 108:3 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

108.

2\f* awake the_harp and_lyre I_will_waken the_dawn.

4 \f + \fr 108:4 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

108.

3\f* give_thanks_you in/on/at/with_peoples Oh_YHWH and_sing_praises_you not nations.

5 \f + \fr 108:5 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

108.

4\f* if/because is_great from_under the_heavens steadfast_love_of_your and_unto the_clouds faithfulness_of_your.

6 \f + \fr 108:6 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

108.

5\f* exalted above the_heavens Oh_god and_over all_of the_earth/land glory_of_your.

7 \f + \fr 108:7 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

108.

6\f* so_that rescued love_of_you save right_hand_of_your and_answer_me.

8 \f + \fr 108:8 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

108.

7\f* god he_has_spoken in/on/at/with_sanctuary_of_his I_will_exult I_will_divide_up Shəkem and_valley_of Şukkōt I_will_measure_off.

9 \f + \fr 108:9 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

108.

8\f* to_me Gilˊād to_me Mənashsheh and_ʼEfrayim is_the_protection_of my_head Yəhūdāh/(Judah) scepter_of_my.

10 \f + \fr 108:10 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

108.

9\f* Mōʼāⱱ¦263251 is_the_pot_of washing_of_my over ʼEdōm I_throw sandal_of_my over Fəleshet I_shout_in_triumph.

11 \f + \fr 108:11 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

108.

10\f* who bring_me a_city_of fortification who lead_me to ʼEdōm.

12 \f + \fr 108:12 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

108.

11\f* not Oh_god rejected_us and_not you_go_out Oh_god in/on/at/with_armies_of_our.

13 \f + \fr 108:13 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

108.

12\f* come_now to/for_ourselves help_of against_foe and_worthless the_deliverance_of humankind.

14 \f + \fr 108:14 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

108.

13\f* in/on/at/with_god we_will_do strength and_he he_will_tread_down foes_of_our.

109:1 My God help me

Prayer for Vindication and Vengeance; The Complaint of Someone in Trouble

A song by David for the choir director.

For the leader: for David: a psalm; For the director of music. Of David. A psalm.; To the leader. Of David. A Psalm.; For the choir director: A psalm of David.

109 You’re the God that I praise—

don’t be silent

2 because the wicked and deceitful attack me.

≈They tell lies about me.

3 They say hateful things ≈all around me,

≈and they attack me ≈for no reason.

4 They ≈pay back my love with accusations,

but I pray for them.

5 They repay me evil for good,

≈and they hate my love.

6 Appoint a wicked man to be over him,

then appoint an accuser to stand on his right.

7 When he’s judged, may he be found guilty,

and may his prayer for mercy be considered sinful.

8 May his days be few—

≈may ≈someone else take his office.

9 May his children become fatherless,

≈and may his wife become a widow.

10 May his children wander around and beg—

≈asking for handouts as they leave their ruined home.

11 May the creditor take all he owns.

≈May strangers plunder what he earns.

12 May no one extend any kindness to him.

≈May no one have pity on his fatherless children.

13 May his children be ≈eliminated—

≈may their #names be blotted out in the next generation.

14 May his ancestors’ sins be mentioned to Yahweh,

≈and may the sin of his mother not be forgotten.

15 May their guilt always be ≈on Yahweh’s mind.

May Yahweh ≈cause their history to be totally forgotten.

16 May Yahweh do this because this man never bothered to show any loyal commitment,

^but instead harassed the oppressed, the needy, and the disheartened to death.

17 He loved cursing—may it come back upon him.

He had no desire to bless others—may no blessing come to him.

18 He wrapped himself with cursing like a cloak,

and his curse entered his inner being like water—

like oil into his bones.

19 May his curses ≈cling to him like the clothes he wears to cover himself—

like the belt he always wears.

20 May this be my accusers’ reward from Yahweh—

yes for those who say evil things about me.

21 Yahweh my Lord, deal kindly with me for your ≈reputation’s sake.

Because your loyal commitment is good, save me,

22 because I’m oppressed and needy,

and my heart is wounded within me.

23 I’m fading away like a shadow ≈in the late afternoon.

I’m shaken off like a locust.

24 My knees are weak from fasting.

≈My ≈body is frail from not eating enough.

25 I’m scorned by my accusers.

≈When they see me, they shake their heads.

26 Help me, Yahweh my God.

≈Exercise your loyal commitment and save me.

27 May they know that ≈you’re involved here—

that you, Yahweh, have done this.

28 Though they curse me, please bless me.

When they attack, may they be put to shame,

but may your servant celebrate.

29 May my opponents be clothed with shame.

May they wear their shame like a ≈coat.

30 With my mouth, I thank Yahweh ≈frequently.

I’ll praise him even in the middle of a crowd,

31 because he’ll stand ≈beside any needy person

to save them from those who condemn them.

↑ 109  For_the_choir_director of_Dāvid a_song\f + \fr 109:1 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

109.

1\f* Oh_god_of praise_of_my do_not be_silent.

2 If/because the_mouth_of the_wicked and_mouths_of deceit against_me they_have_opened they_have_spoken against_me a_tongue_of falsehood.

3 And_messages_of hatred surround_me and_attack_me without_cause.

4 In_place_of love_of_my accuse_me and_I am_prayer.

5 And_repay against_me evil in_place_of good and_hatred in_place_of love_of_my.

6 Appoint on/upon/above_him/it a_wicked_person and_accuser let_him_stand on right_hand_of_his.

7 In/on/at/with_judged_he let_him_come_forth guilty and_prayer_of_his let_it_become as_sin.

8 May_they_be his/its_days few office_of_his may_he_take another.

9 May_they_be children_of_his fatherless_ones and_his/its_woman/wife a_widow.

10 And_to_wander children_of_his may_they_wander and_beg and_searching from_ruined_homes_of_their.

11 May_he_strike a_creditor to/from_all/each/any/every that to_him/it and_plunder strangers fruits_of_toil_of_his.

12 Not let_it_belong to_him/it\f + \fr 109:12 \ft OSHB note: We read one or more accents in L differently than BHS.

Often this notation indicates a typographical error in BHS.

\f* one_who_prolongs loyalty and_no let_it_belong one_who_shows_favour to_fatherless_children_of_his.

13 May_it_be descendants_of_his to_cut_off in/on/at/with_generation another their_name may_it_be_wiped_out.

14 May_it_be_remembered the_iniquity_of fathers_of_his to YHWH and_sin_of his/its_mother not may_it_be_wiped_out.

15 Let_them_be before YHWH continually and_cut_off from_earth memory_of_them.

16 Because that not he_remembered to_do loyalty and_pursued anyone poor and_needy and_despondent_of heart to_put_todeath.

17 And_loved a_curse and_come_on_him and_not he_delighted in/on/at/with_blessing and_far from_him.

18 And_wore a_curse as_coat_of_his and_enter like_the_water in/on/at/with_body_of_his and_like_the_oil in/on/at/with_bones_of_his.

19 May_it_be to_him/it\f + \fr 109:19 \ft OSHB note: We read one or more accents in L differently than BHS.

Often this notation indicates a typographical error in BHS.

\f* like_garment which_he_wraps_himself and_like_belt which_continually wears_him.

20 This be_the_wages_of accusers_of_my from_with YHWH and_the_speak evil on life_of_my.

21 And_you(ms) Oh_YHWH my_master deal with_me for_the_sake_of your(ms)_name if/because is_good love_of_your deliver_me.

22 If/because am_poor and_needy I and_heart_of_my someone_has_pierced in/on/at/with_within_of_me.

23 Like_shadow when_lengthening_it I_have_vanished I_have_been_shaken_off like_the_locust.

24 Knees_of_my they_have_staggered from_fasting and_body_of_my it_has_become_lean without_fat.

25 And_I I_have_become a_reproach to/for_them see_me shake heads_of_their.

26 Help_me Oh_YHWH god_of_my save_me according_to_steadfast_love_of_your.

27 And_know if/because_that hand_of_your this you Oh_YHWH done_it.

28 They_will_curse they and_you(ms) you_will_bless they_have_arisen and_put_to_shame and_servant_of_your he_will_rejoice.

29 May_they_be_clothed accusers_of_my ignominy and_wrapped as_a_cloak shame_of_their_own.

30 I_will_give_thanks_to YHWH exceedingly in/on/at/with_mouth_of_my and_in/on/at/with_midst_of many_people praise_him.

31 If/because he_stands at_right_hand_of the_needy to_save from_condemn_of life_of_his.

110:1 Yahweh and his chosen king

The Lord and His Chosen King; Assurance of Victory for God’s Priest-King

A song by David.

Of David. A Psalm.; Of David. A psalm.; A psalm of David.; For David: a psalm

110 The declaration of Yahweh to my lord, “Sit on my right

until I defeat your enemies.”

2 Yahweh will ≈expand your power as king outwards from Tsiyyon—

you’ll rule in the middle of your enemies.

3 When you exert your strength in battle,

your people voluntarily follow in ≈full battle dress.

From the ≈place where the dawn is birthed, your youth will be like dew to you.

4 Yahweh has promised, and won’t change his mind:

“You’re a priest forever ≈following the pattern of Melchizedek.”

5 My master is ≈helping right beside you.

He’ll crush kings ≈once he gets angry.

6 He will judge the nations and fill them with corpses.

He will crush the heads of many ≈countries.

7 He will drink from the stream along the road,

therefore, he’ll ≈be reenergised.

↑ 110  Of_Dāvid a_song\f + \fr 110:1 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

110.

1\f* the_utterance_of YHWH to_master_of_my sit at_right_hand_of_my until I_will_make enemies_of_your a_footstool for_feet_of_your.

2 The_staff_of mighty_of_your YHWH he_will_stretch_out from_Tsiyyōn/(Zion) rule in/on/at/with_midst_of enemies_of_your.

3 People_of_your will_be_freewill_offerings in/on_day power_of_your in/on/at/with_splendour_of holiness\f + \fr 110:3 \ft OSHB note: We read one or more accents in L differently than BHS.

Often this notation indicates a typographical error in BHS.

\f* from_womb_of dawn to/for_yourself(m) the_dew_of youth_of_your.

4 YHWH He_has_sworn_an_oath and_not he_will_repent you are_a_priest to_forever on the_manner_of Melchi- zedek.

5 My_master is_at right_hand_of_your he_smashes in/on_day severe_anger_of_his kings.

6 He_judges in/on/at/with_nations it_is_full corpses he_smashes chiefs over the_earth great.

7 From_brook in/on/at/with_road he_drinks on/upon/above/on_account_of//he/it_went_in yes/correct/thus/so he_lifts_up a_head.

111:1 Praise for what Yahweh’s done

Praise for God’s Wonderful Works; In Praise of the Lord

111 Praise Yah.

א (Alef)

I will give ≈sincere thanks to Yahweh

ב (Beyt)

in the assembly of the ≈godly >people—in their gathering.

ג (Gimel)

2 ≈The things that Yahweh does are amazing,

ד (Dalet)

eagerly awaited by all those who desire them.

ה (He)

3 His work is majestic and incredible,

ו (Vav)

and his righteousness endures forever.

ז (Zayin)

4 He does wonderful things that will be remembered.

ח (Het)

Yahweh is gracious and merciful.

ט (Tet)

5 He gives food to his faithful followers.

י (Yod)

He will always call to mind his agreement.

כ (Kaf)

6 He showed his powerful works to his people

ל (Lamed)

in giving them the inheritance of other nations.

מ (Mem)

7 The works of @Yahweh’s hands are trustworthy and right.

נ (Nun)

All his instructions are reliable.

ס (Samek)

8 They are established forever,

ע (Ayin)

to be observed faithfully and properly.

פ (Pe)

9 He sent his people ≈out of slavery.

צ (Tsade)

He ordained his agreement forever.

ק (Qof)

His name is holy and awe-inspiring.

ר (Resh)

10 Honouring Yahweh is the beginning of wisdom.

ש (Sin/Shin)

Those who carry out his instructions have good understanding.

ת (Tav)

His praise endures forever.

↑ 111  Praise Yah I_will_give_thanks_to YHWH in_all the_heart in/on/at/with_company_of upright_people and_assembly.

2 are_great the_works_of YHWH they_are_studied to/from_all/each/any/every delight_of_them.

3 is_splendour and_majestic work_of_his and_righteousness_of_his is_enduring to_forever.

4 Remembrance he_has_appointed by_wonders_of_his is_gracious and_compassionate YHWH.

5 Food he_gives for_fear_of_him he_remembers to_forever covenant_of_his.

6 The_power_of works_of_his he_has_declared to_people_of_his in_giving to/for_them an_inheritance_of nations.

7 The_works_of hands_of_his are_faithfulness and_justice are_reliable all_of precepts_of_his.

8 they_are_sustained for_ever to_ever they_are_done in/on/at/with_faithfulness and_uprightness.

9 Redemption he_sent to_people_of_his he_ordained to_forever covenant_of_his is_holy and_awesome his/its_name.

10 is_the_beginning_of wisdom the_fear_of YHWH an_understanding good\f + \fr 111:10 \ft OSHB note: We read one or more accents in L differently than BHS.

Often this notation indicates a typographical error in BHS.

\f* to/from_all/each/any/every follow_of_it praise_of_his is_enduring to_eternity.

112:1 The blessing for a godly person

The Happiness of a Good Person; Blessings of the Righteous

112 Praise Yahweh.

א (Alef)

≈Any person who respects Yahweh’s instructions will be blessed—

ב (Beyt)

≈anyone who greatly delights in his commands.

ג (Gimel)

2 Their descendants on earth will be powerful.

ד (Dalet)

The descendants of the godly person will be blessed.

ה (He)

3 Wealth and riches are in their house.

ו (Vav)

Their righteousness will endure forever.

ז (Zayin)

4 Light shines in the darkness for the godly person.

ח (Het)

@That person is gracious, merciful, and just.

ט (Tet)

5 It goes well for the person who deals graciously and lends money,

י (Yod)

who conducts their affairs with honesty,

כ (Kaf)

6 because they’ll never be shaken.

ל (Lamed)

The ≈godly person will be remembered forever.

מ (Mem)

7 @That person’s not afraid of bad news—

נ (Nun)

≈confidently trusting in Yahweh.

ס (Samek)

8 Their heart is tranquil, without fear,

ע (Ayin)

≈ending up looking out in triumph over their adversaries.

פ (Pe)

9 @That person gives generously to the poor.

צ (Tsade)

Their righteousness endures forever.

ק (Qof)

They will be commended with honour.

ר (Resh)

10 The wicked person will see this and be angry.

ש (Sin/Shin)

@That person will grind his teeth in rage and will melt away.

ת (Tav)

The desire of the wicked people will perish.

↑ 112  Praise Yah how_blessed is_a_person fearing DOM YHWH in/on/at/with_commands_of_his he_delights exceedingly.

2 Mighty on_the_earth it_will_be his/its_seed the_generation_of upright_people it_will_be_blessed.

3 Wealth and_riches in/on/at/with_house_of_his and_righteousness_of_his is_enduring to_forever.

4 It_rises in/on/at/with_darkness light\f + \fr 112:4 \ft OSHB note: We read one or more accents in L differently than BHS.

Often this notation indicates a typographical error in BHS.

\f* for_the_upright he_is_gracious and_compassionate and_righteous.

5 is_good a_person who_shows_favour and_lends who_he_maintains affairs_of_his in/on/at/with_justice.

6 If/because to_forever not he_will_be_shaken for_remembered_of perpetuity he_will_become a_righteous_person.

7 Of_news bad not he_will_be_afraid his/its_heart is_steadfast trusting in/on/at/with_LORD.

8 his/its_heart is_sustained not he_will_be_afraid until that he_will_look in/on/at/with_foes_of_his.

9 He_scatters he_gives to_the_poor righteousness_of_his is_enduring to_forever horn_of_his it_will_be_exalted in/on/at/with_honour.

10 A_wicked_person he_will_see and_vexed teeth_of_his he_will_gnash and_melt_away the_desire_of wicked_people it_will_perish.

113:1 Praising Yahweh’s goodness

God the Helper of the Needy; In Praise of the Lord’s Goodness

113 Praise Yahweh.

Praise him, you servants of Yahweh.

Praise Yahweh’s name.

2 May Yahweh’s name be blessed

both now and ≈forever into the future.

3 Yahweh’s name should be praised

from ≈when the sun rises until it sets again.

4 Yahweh is ≈high above all nations,

≈and his glory reaches above the skies.

5 Who is like our God Yahweh ≈who has his throne on high—

6 who looks down at the sky and at the earth?

7 He raises the poor up out of the dirt

and lifts the needy up from the ash heap,

8 so that he may ≈become one of the leaders—

≈one of the leaders of his people.

9 He gives a home to the barren woman of the house—

he makes her into a happy mother with children.

Praise Yahweh.

↑ 113  Praise Yah praise Oh_servants_of YHWH praise DOM the_name_of YHWH.

2 May_it_be the_name_of YHWH blessed from_now and_unto perpetuity.

3 From_rising_of the_sun to setting_of_its the_name_of is_to_be_praised of_YHWH.

4 is_exalted over all_of nations YHWH is_above the_heavens glory_of_his.

5 Who like_LORD god_of_our the_on_high_of to_enthroned.

6 The_stoops_down_of to_see in/on/at/with_heavens and_in/on/at/with_earth.

7 he_is_raising_of from_dust the_poor from_ash_heap he_lifts_up the_needy.

8 To_seat with noble_people with the_noble_people_of people_of_his.

9 he_is_causing_to_dwell_of the_barren_woman_of the_home the_mother_of the_children joyful praise Yah.

114:1 Praising God’s past miracles

A Passover Song; God’s Wonders at the Exodus

114 When Yisrael (Israel) left Egypt (Heb. Mitsrayim)

(Yakov’s descendants ≡leaving a people who spoke a foreign language),

2 Yehudah became his sacred place,

≈and Yisrael his kingdom.

3 The Red Sea looked and fled.[ref]

≈The Yordan river turned back.[ref]

4 The mountains skipped like rams,

≈and the little hills like lambs.

5 Why did you flee, sea?

≈Yordan, why did you turn back?

6 Mountains, why did you skip like rams?

≈You little hills, why did you skip like lambs?

7 Tremble, earth, before the master—

≈at the presence of Yakov’s God.

8 He turned the rock into a pool of water,

≈and the hard rock into a spring of water.

↑ 114  In/on/at/with_went_out Yisrā^ʼēl/(Israel) of_Miʦrayim/(Egypt) the_house_of Yaˊₐqoⱱ/(Jacob) from_people who_spoke_a_foreign_language.

2 It_became Yəhūdāh/(Judah) as_sanctuary_of_his Yisrā^ʼēl/(Israel) dominion_of_his.

3 The_sea it_saw and_fled the_Yardēn/(Jordan) it_turned_around to_back.

4 The_mountains they_leaped_about like_rams hills like_lambs_of sheep.

5 What with_you the_sea (cmp) you_will_flee the_Yardēn you_will_turn_around to_back.

6 The_mountains you_all_will_leap_about like_rams Oh_hills like_lambs_of sheep.

7 From_to/for_face/front/presence the_master tremble Oh_earth from_to/for_face/front/presence the_god_of Yaˊₐqoⱱ¦264012.

8 The_turned_of the_rock a_pool_of water flint into_spring_of water.

115:1 Trust in Yahweh

The One True God; The Impotence of Idols and the Greatness of God

115 Not to us, Yahweh, not to us,

but to your name bring honour,

for your loyal commitment and for your trustworthiness.

2 Why should the other nations have to ≈ask,

“Where is their God?”

3 Our God is in heaven—

he does whatever he wants.

4 The other nations’ gods are gold and silver idols

that ≈people have made with their own hands.

5 @Those idols have mouths, ≈but they can’t speak.

≈They have eyes, ≈but they can’t see.

6 They have ears, ≈but they can’t hear.

≈They have noses, ≈but they can’t smell.

7 They have hands, ≈but can’t feel anything.

≈They have feet, ≈but can’t walk.

They can’t make any sounds in their throats.

8 @The people who make them are just like them,

as is everyone who trusts them to help them.

9 Yisrael (Israel), trust in Yahweh—

he’s your help and ≈protection.

10 You priests, descendants of Aharon, trust in Yahweh—

he’s your help and ≈protection.

11 You who ≈respect and strive to obey Yahweh, trust in *him—

he’s your help and ≈protection.

12 Yahweh ≈takes notice of us and will bless us.

He’ll bless the descendants of Yisrael.

≈He’ll bless the descendants of Aharon.

13 He will bless those who honour him—

both young and old.

14 May Yahweh ≈give more and more children to you all,

and also to your descendants.

15 May you all be blessed by Yahweh

who made heaven and earth.

16 The heavens, ≈yes, the heavens belong to Yahweh,

≈but he’s given the earth to ≈humanity.

17 The dead don’t praise Yah,

nor do any of those who go down into silence.

18 ≈But we ≈have decided to bless Yahweh

now and forevermore.

Praise Yah.

↑ 115  Not to/for_us Oh_YHWH not to/for_us if/because to_name_of_your ascribe glory on steadfast_love_of_your on faithfulness_of_your.

2 To/for_what will_they_say the_nations where please god_of_their.

3 And_god_of_our in/on/at/with_heavens all that he_desires he_does.

4 Idols_of_their are_silver and_gold the_work_of the_hands_of humankind.

5 A_mouth to/for_them and_not they_speak eyes to/for_them and_not they_see.

6 Ears to/for_them and_not they_hear a_nose to/for_them and_not smell.

7 Hands_of_they and_not feel feet_of_their and_not they_walk not they_make_a_sound in/on/at/with_throats_of_their.

8 Like_them they_will_be make_of_them every one_who is_trusting in/on/at/with_them.

9 Oh_Yisrā^ʼēl/(Israel) trust in/on/at/with_LORD help_of_their and_shield_of_their he.

10 Oh_house_of ʼAhₐron trust in/on/at/with_LORD help_of_their and_shield_of_their he.

11 Oh_those_fearing_of (of)_YHWH trust in/on/at/with_LORD help_of_their and_shield_of_their he.

12 YHWH remembers_us he_will_bless he_will_bless DOM the_house_of Yisrā^ʼēl/(Israel) he_will_bless DOM the_house_of ʼAhₐron.

13 He_will_bless those_fearing_of (of)_YHWH the_small with the_big(pl).

14 May_he_add YHWH to_you_all to_you_all and_to children_of_your_all’s.

15 be_blessed you_all to/for_YHWH (of)_heaven who_made_of and_earth.

16 The_heavens are_heavens to/for_YHWH and_the_earth he_has_given to_children_of humankind.

17 Not the_dead they_will_praise Yah and_not all_of those_who_go_down_of silence.

18 And_we we_will_bless Yah from_now and_unto perpetuity praise Yah.

116:1 Praise Yahweh who rescued me

Someone Saved from Death Praises God; Thanksgiving for Recovery from Illness

116 I love Yahweh because he hears my voice

and my requests for mercy.

2 Because he listened to me,

as long as I live, I’ll call him for help.

3 The ropes of death surrounded me,

≈and the snares of ≈the grave confronted me.

I was confronted by anguish and sorrow.

4 Then I ≈cried out to Yahweh:

“Please Yahweh, rescue my life.”

5 Yahweh is merciful and fair—

our God is compassionate.

6 Yahweh protects ≈those who are helpless.

I was ≈in a desperate situation, and he saved me.

7 My ≈mind can relax again

because Yahweh has been generous to me,

8 because you rescued my life from death,

my eyes from tears,

and my feet from stumbling.

9 I will walk ≈in front of Yahweh

in the lands of the living.

10 I believed in him,

≈even when I said, “I’m ≈suffering badly.”

11 In my distress I said, “All people are liars.”

12 How can I repay Yahweh for all his kindnesses to me?

13 I will raise the cup of salvation,

and call on Yahweh’s name.

14 I will fulfill my vows to Yahweh

now in the presence of all his people.

15 The death of his faithful ones

is costly in Yahweh’s view.

16 Yahweh, I’m definitely your servant.

I’m your servant—the son of your servant woman.

You’ve released me from my chains.

17 I will offer thanksgiving to you as a sacrifice,

and I’ll call out to Yahweh whenever I need help.

18 I will fulfill my vows to Yahweh

now in the presence of all his people,

19 in the courtyards around Yahweh’s residence—

there in the middle of Yerushalem (Jerusalem).

Praise Yah.

↑ 116  I_love if/because he_has_heard YHWH DOM my_sound/voice supplications_of_my.

2 If/because he_has_inclined ear_of_his to_me and_in/on/at/with_live_of_I I_will_call_out.

3 Encompassed_me the_cords_of death and_pangs_of Shəʼōl came_upon_me trouble and_sorrow I_found.

4 And_in/on/at/with_name_of YHWH I_called please Oh_YHWH save life_of_my.

5 is_gracious YHWH and_righteous and_god_of_our is_having_compassion.

6 is_protecting simple_people YHWH I_had_become_low and_to_me he_saved.

7 Return soul_of_my to_rest_of_your if/because YHWH he_has_dealt_bountifully with_you.

8 If/because you_have_rescued soul_of_my from_death DOM eyes_of_my from tears DOM feet_of_my from_stumbling.

9 I_will_walk_about to_(the)_face_of/in_front_of/before YHWH in/on/at/with_land_of the_life.

10 I_believed if/because I_said I I_am_afflicted exceedingly.

11 I I_said in/on/at/with_alarm_my every_of the_humankind is_a_liar.

12 What will_I_return to/for_YHWH all_of benefits_of_his to_me.

13 A_cup_of salvation(s) I_will_lift_up and_in/on/at/with_name_of YHWH I_will_call.

14 Vows_of_my to/for_YHWH I_will_pay presence_in please to/from_all/each/any/every people_of_his.

15 is_precious in/on_both_eyes_of YHWH the_death of_faithful_of_his.

16 Please Oh_YHWH if/because I servant_of_your I servant_of_your the_son_of your(ms)_female_slave you_have_untie/releasened from_bonds_of_my.

17 To/for_yourself(m) I_will_sacrifice a_sacrifice_of thanksgiving and_in/on/at/with_name_of YHWH I_will_call.

18 Vows_of_my to/for_YHWH I_will_pay presence_in please to/from_all/each/any/every people_of_his.

19 In/on/at/with_courts_of the_house_of YHWH in/on/at/with_midst_of_you Oh_Yərūshālam/(Jerusalem) praise Yah.

117:1 Praising Yahweh’s commitment to us

Universal Call to Worship; In Praise of the Lord

117 Praise Yahweh, all you nations.

≈Speak highly of him, all you people groups

2 because his loyal commitment towards us is extensive,

and Yahweh’s trustworthiness endures forever.

Praise Yah.

↑ 117  Praise DOM YHWH Oh_all_of nations extol_him Oh_all_of the_peoples.

2 If/because it_is_strong toward_us steadfast_love_of_his and_faithfulness_of YHWH to_forever praise Yah.

118:1 Not ending the love of God

A Prayer of Thanks for Victory; A Song of Victory

118 Give thanks to Yahweh, because he’s good,

because his loyal commitment endures forever.

2 Let Yisrael (Israel) now say,

“His loyal commitment endures forever.”

3 Let Aharon’s descendants now say,

“His loyal commitment endures forever.”

4 Let Yahweh’s loyal followers say,

“His loyal commitment endures forever.”

5 In my distress, I called out to Yahweh for help.

→and *he answered me ≈and set me free.

6 Yahweh is with me—I won’t be afraid.

What can anyone do to me?

7 Yahweh’s on my side as my helper.

I will look on at those who hate me.

8 It’s better to take shelter in Yahweh

than to put confidence in humanity.

9 It’s better to ≈make Yahweh your safe place

than to put your trust in ≈your country’s leaders.

10 All the nations surrounded me in battle.

In Yahweh’s name I ≈destroyed them.

11 They surrounded me—yes, they surrounded me—

≈but in Yahweh’s name I ≈destroyed them.

12 They surrounded me like bees

then disappeared as quickly as fire among ≈brush—

≈with Yahweh’s help we defeated them.

13 They attacked me to knock me down,

but Yahweh helped me.

14 Yahweh is my strength and my song,

and he’s the one who rescues me.

15 The cheerful shout of victory can be heard in the tents of the ≈godly >people—

Yahweh ≈has demonstrated his power and strength.

16 Yahweh’s power ≈overcame—

Yahweh ≈has demonstrated his power and strength.

17 I’m going to live, not die,

and ≈I’ll tell everyone about what Yahweh did.

18 Yahweh has punished me harshly,

but he hasn’t given me over to death.

19 Open the ≈temple gates for me—

I’ll enter through them and then give thanks to Yahweh.

20 This is Yahweh’s gate—

→the ≈godly >people enter through it.

21 I will give thanks to you,

→because you answered me ≈by rescuing me.

22 The stone that the builders rejected

→has become the ≈very important stone at the corner.

23 That’s Yahweh’s doing—

→≈we think it’s just wonderful.

24 Today’s the day on which Yahweh has acted.

→We’ll celebrate and be happy about it.

25 Please, Yahweh, give us victory.

≈Please, Yahweh, send now success.

26 Blessed is ≈anyone who comes ≈with Yahweh’s authority.

We bless you from Yahweh’s residence.

27 Yahweh is God, and he’s given us light.

Tie the sacrifice to the ≈corner posts of the altar with ropes.

28 You’re my God, and I’ll give thanks to you.

≈You’re my God—I will ≈praise you.

29 ≈Yes, give thanks to Yahweh because he’s good,

because his loyal commitment endures forever.

↑ 118  Give_thanks to/for_YHWH if/because he_is_good if/because to_forever steadfast_love_of_his.

2 Let_it_say please Yisrā^ʼēl/(Israel) if/because_that to_forever steadfast_love_of_his.

3 Let_them_say please the_house_of ʼAhₐron if/because_that to_forever steadfast_love_of_his.

4 Let_them_say please those_fearing_of (of)_YHWH if/because_that to_forever steadfast_love_of_his.

5 From the_distress I_called_out_to YHWH answered_me in/on/at/with_broad_place Yah.

6 YHWH to_me not I_will_be_afraid what will_he_do to_me anyone.

7 YHWH to_me in/on/at/with_helper_of_my and_I I_will_look in/on/at/with_hate_of_me.

8 is_good to_take_refuge in/on/at/with_LORD than_trust in/on/at/with_man.

9 is_good to_take_refuge in/on/at/with_LORD than_trust in/on/at/with_princes.

10 All_of nations surrounded_me in/on_name_of YHWH if/because cut_off_them.

11 Surrounded_me also surrounded_me in/on_name_of YHWH if/because cut_off_them.

12 Surrounded_me like_bees they_were_extinguished like_fire_of thorns in/on_name_of YHWH if/because cut_off_them.

13 Violently_(push) you_pushed_back_me to_fall and_LORD helped_me.

14 Strength_of_my and_song_of Yah and_he/it_was to_me as_salvation.

15 the_sound_of a_shout_of_joy and_victory in/on/at/with_tents_of righteous_people the_right_hand_of YHWH is_doing strength.

16 The_right_hand_of YHWH is_exalting the_right_hand_of YHWH is_doing strength.

17 Not I_will_die if/because I_will_live and_proclaim the_deeds_of Yah.

18 Severely_(discipline) he_chastened_me YHWH and_to_the_death not given_over_me.

19 Open to_me the_gates_of righteousness I_will_go in/on/at/with_them I_will_give_thanks_to Yah.

20 This the_gate to/for_YHWH righteous_people they_will_go in_him/it.

21 Give_thanks_you if/because answered_me and_it_became to_me as_salvation.

22 A_stone which_they_rejected the_builders it_has_become as_chief_of the_corner.

23 From_with YHWH it_has_come this it it_is_wonderful in/on/at/with_eyes_of_our.

24 This the_day which_he_has_made YHWH let_us_be_glad and_glad in_him/it.

25 Please Oh_YHWH save please please Oh_YHWH grant_success please.

26 be_blessed the_comes in/on_name_of YHWH bless_you_all from_house_of YHWH.

27 is_god_of YHWH and_given_light to/for_us bind a_festival_sacrifice in/on/at/with_cords to the_horns_of the_altar.

28 god_of_my you and_give_thanks_you god_of_my exalt_you.

29 Give_thanks to/for_YHWH if/because he_is_good if/because to_forever steadfast_love_of_his.

119:1 Obeying Yahweh’s instructions

The Glories of God’s Law; The Law of the Lord

א (Alef)

119 Blessed are those whose ≈behaviour is blameless—

who ≈follow Yahweh’s instructions.

2 Blessed are they who keep ≈the rules that he revealed—

who ≈strive to sincerely obey him.

3 Surely they ≈wouldn’t promote injustice.

They ≈do what he shows them.

4 You’ve ≈shown your principles through your instructions

so that we should carefully ≈follow them.

5 If only I could be consistent

in keeping your rules,

6 then I wouldn’t be ashamed

when I consider all your commands.

7 I’ll give thanks to you ≈because I want to do what’s right

when I learn ≈about how you always judge fairly.

8 I’ll keep your regulations.

Don’t totally desert me.

↑ 119  How_blessed are_people_blameless_of way the_walk in/on/at/with_law_of YHWH.

2 How_blessed are_those_who_observe_of testimonies_of_his in_all the_heart seek_him.

3 Also not they_do injustice in/on/at/with_ways_of_his they_walk.

4 You you_have_commanded precepts_of_your to_guard/protect exceedingly.

5 Would_that they_will_be_steadfast ways_of_my to_guard/protect regulations_of_your.

6 Then not I_will_be_ashamed in/on/at/with_look_I to all_of commands_of_your.

7 Praise_you in/on/at/with_upright_of heart in/on/at/with_learn_I the_judgements_of righteous_of_your.

8 DOM regulations_of_your I_will_keep do_not abandon_me up_to muchness.

119:9 Internalising Yahweh’s principles

Obedience to the Law of the Lord

ב (Beyt)

9 How can a young man keep his ≈motives pure?

By obeying your message.

10 With my whole heart I search for you with ≈all my being.

Don’t let me stray from ≈what you commanded.

11 I’ve ≈stored your message away in my memory

so that I’ll ≈be less likely to sin against you.

12 You ≈deserve praise, Yahweh.

Teach me your regulations.

13 With my lips I’ve proclaimed

all the judgements ≈that you’ve pronounced.

14 I ≈get happier about everything you’ve revealed

rather than ≈any kind of riches.

15 I will meditate about your principles

and keep my eyes on your paths.

16 I take delight in your regulations—

I won’t forget ≈what you’ve said.

9 In/on/at/with_the_how will_he_keep_pure a_youth DOM way_of_his to_guard/protect according_to_message_of_your.

10 In_all heart_of_my sought_you do_not stray_me from_commands_of_your.

11 In/on/at/with_heart_of_my I_have_hidden message_of_your so_that not I_may_sin to/for_you(fs).

12 be_blessed you Oh_YHWH teach_me regulations_of_your.

13 In/on/at/with_lips_of_my I_recount all_of the_judgements_of mouth_of_your.

14 In/on/at/with_way_of testimonies_of_your I_exult as_much_as_in all_of wealth.

15 In/on/at/with_precepts_of_your I_will_meditate and_fix_eyeson ways_of_your.

16 In/on/at/with_regulations_of_your I_will_delight_myself not I_will_forget message_of_your.

119:17 Pleased to obey Yahweh’s instructions

Happiness in the Law of the Lord

ג (Gimel)

17 Deal kindly with your servant

so that I ≈can continue to live and ≈obey what you’ve told us.

18 Uncover my eyes so I can gaze

on the marvellous results from your instructions.

19 I’m a foreigner in the land—

don’t ≈prevent me from hearing your commands.

20 My inner being is continually crushed

with longing for your regulations.

21 You rebuke the proud, who are cursed—

who stray from your commands.

22 Spare me from disgrace and humiliation

because I’ve kept ≈the requirements that you’ve revealed.

23 Even though rulers ≈gather together against me and slander >me,

your servant meditates about your regulations.

24 Also, your ≈revealed messages are my pleasure.

They are my counsellors.

17 Deal_bountifully towards servant_of_your I_will_live and_keep message_of_your.

18 Uncover eyes_of_my and_see wonderful_things from_law_of_your.

19 am_a_sojourner I in/on_the_earth do_not hide from_me commands_of_your.

20 soul_of_my It_is_crushed with_longing to ordinances_of_your in/on/at/with_all_of time.

21 You_rebuke arrogant_people cursed_people the_wander from_commands_of_your.

22 Roll_away from_upon_me reproach and_contempt if/because testimonies_of_your I_observe.

23 Also officials they_sit in/on/at/with_me they_speak_together servant_of_your he_meditates in/on/at/with_regulations_of_your.

24 Also testimonies_of_your delight_of_my the_people_of counsel_of_my.

119:25 Choosing Yahweh’s way

Determination to Obey the Law of the Lord

ד (Dalet)

25 My ≈inner being clings to the dust.

≈Speak out and give me life.

26 I ≈talked about my behaviour, and you answered me.

Teach me your regulations.

27 ≈Grant me insight into your principles,

so I can meditate about your wonderful actions.

28 My ≈inner being melts away from grief.

≈Speak out and strengthen me.

29 Keep me off the path of deceit.

Graciously give me your instructions.

30 I’ve chosen the way of faithfulness.

≈I have desired your regulations.

31 I cling to ≈what you’ve revealed—

Yahweh, don’t let me be shamed.

32 I run along the path of your commands,

because you ?≈have expanded my mind.

25 It_clings to_the_dust soul_of_my revive_me according_to_message_of_your.

26 ways_of_my I_recounted and_answered_me teach_me regulations_of_your.

27 The_way_of precepts_of_your make_understand_me and_meditate in/on/at/with_wonders_of_your.

28 soul_of_my It_weeps because_of_grief strengthen_me according_to_message_of_your.

29 A_way_of falsehood remove from_me and_law_of_your graciously_me.

30 A_way_of faithfulness I_have_chosen ordinances_of_your I_have_placed.

31 I_have_clung in/on/at/with_testimonies_of_your Oh_YHWH do_not put_to_shame_me.

32 The_way_of commands_of_your I_run if/because you_enlarge heart_of_my.

119:33 Prayer for guidance

A Prayer for Understanding

ה (He)

33 Teach me, Yahweh, the way of your regulations,

and I’ll keep them to the end.

34 Give me understanding, and I’ll keep your teaching.

I’ll observe it with all my heart.

35 Guide me in the way of your commands,

because I delight in @your way.

36 ≈Help me to want to obey what you’ve revealed

and not ≈just want unscrupulous gain.

37 ≈Help me not to waste time looking at worthless things.

≈Encourage me to follow your ways.

38 Fulfill your promises to your servant

so that he will ≈respect and obey you.

39 ≈Help me to be able to avoid the disgrace that I dread,

because your judgements are good.

40 ≈Listen, I long for your principles.

≈Encourage me to follow your ≈ways that are right.

33 Teach_me Oh_YHWH the_way_of regulations_of_your and_keep_it end.

34 Give_understanding_me and_keep law_of_your and_observe_it in/on/at/with_all_of the_heart.

35 Lead_me in/on/at/with_path_of commands_of_your if/because in_him/it I_delight.

36 Incline heart_of_my to testimonies_of_your and_not to unjust_gain.

37 Take_away eyes_of_my from_looking_at worthlessness in/on/at/with_ways_of_your give_life_me.

38 Fulfill to_servant_of_your promise_of_your which to_reverence_of_you.

39 Take_away disgrace_of_my which I_am_afraid_of if/because ordinances_of_your are_good.

40 Here I_long for_precepts_of_your in/on/at/with_righteousness_of_your give_life_me.

119:41 Trusting Yahweh’s instructions

Trusting the Law of the Lord

ו (Vav)

41 May ≈I experience your loyal commitment, Yahweh—

your salvation, according to your promise,

42 then I’ll answer the one who mocks me with #their words,

because I trust in ≈what you’ve told us.

43 Don’t totally ≈prevent me from talking about your message of truth,

because ≈my hope is based on your judgements.

44 I’ll always ≈obey what you taught,

forever and ever.

45 I’ll walk ?≈freely,

because I ≈strive to know your principles.

46 I will ≈tell kings what you’ve revealed,

and I won’t be ashamed.

47 I ≈take pleasure in obeying your commands,

which I love.

48 I will ?≈respect your commands, which I love.

I will meditate on your regulations.

41 And_come_me steadfast_love_of_your Oh_YHWH salvation_of_your according_to_promise_of_your.

42 And_have_an_answer taunts_of_me a_message if/because I_trust in/on/at/with_message_of_your.

43 And_not take_away from_mouth_of_my a_message_of faithfulness up_to muchness if/because in_ordinances_of_your I_wait.

44 And_keep law_of_your continually for_ever and_ever.

45 And_walk in/on/at/with_liberty if/because precepts_of_your I_have_sought.

46 And_speak in/on/at/with_testimonies_of_your before kings and_not I_will_be_ashamed.

47 And_delight in/on/at/with_commands_of_your which I_love.

48 And_lift_up hands_of_my to commands_of_your which I_love and_meditate in/on/at/with_regulations_of_your.

119:49 Comforted by Yahweh’s principles

Confidence in the Law of the Lord

ז (Zayin)

49 Remember your ≈promise to your servant

because you have given me hope.

50 That’s my comfort in my suffering.

Yes, your promise ≈keeps me alive.

51 Arrogant >people mock me terribly,

but I haven’t turned away from your instructions.

52 I remember your judgements from ancient times, Yahweh,

and I take comfort in that.

53 I’m seized by a hot anger

because of the wicked who reject your teaching.

54 Your regulations are songs for me

in the house where I’m staying.

55 I remember your name during the night, Yahweh,

and I follow your instruction.

56 This is for me

because I accept your principles.

49 Remember the_message to_servant_of_your on that hope_me.

50 This comfort_of_my in/on/at/with_affliction_of_my (cmp) promise_of_your preserves_life_me.

51 Arrogant_people deride_me up_to muchness from_law_of_your not I_have_turned_aside.

52 I_remember ordinances_of_your from_long_ago/eternity Oh_YHWH and_take_comfort.

53 Burning_indignation seizes_me because_of_wicked who_abandon_of law_of_your.

54 Songs they_have_been to_me regulations_of_your in_house_of sojourning_of_my.

55 I_have_remembered in/on/at/with_night name_of_your Oh_YHWH and_keep law_of_your.

56 This it_has_belonged to/for_me (cmp) precepts_of_your I_have_observed.

119:57 The loving of Law of God

Devotion to the Law of the Lord

ח (Het)

57 Yahweh is ≈who I’ve chosen.

I promise to obey ≈what you’ve said.

58 With my whole being, I ask for your favour.

Be merciful to me ≈like you’ve promised you would be.

59 I ≈carefully evaluate which paths I’ll follow

and ≈keep myself following what you’ve revealed.

60 I hurry and don’t ≈put off

obeying your commands.

61 The ropes of the wicked >people entangle me.

I don’t forget your instructions.

62 I get up in the middle of the night to bring praise to you

because ≈your judgements are always right and fair.

63 I’m a companion to all who ≈strive to obey you

and apply your principles.

64 The ≈world is full of your loyal commitment, Yahweh.

Teach me your regulations.

57 Portion_of_my YHWH I_have_said to_guard/protect messages_of_your.

58 I_have_entreated favour_of_your in/on/at/with_all_of the_heart gracious_me according_to_promise_of_your.

59 I_have_thought_about ways_of_my and_turn feet_of_my to testimonies_of_your.

60 I_have_made_haste and_not I_have_delayed to_guard/protect commands_of_your.

61 the_ropes_of wicked_people ensnare_me law_of_your not I_have_forgotten.

62 the_middle_of the_night I_arise to_give_thanks to/for_you(fs) on the_judgements_of righteous_of_your.

63 am_a_companion I to/from_all/each/any/every those_who fear_you and_of_keep_of precepts_of_your.

64 Steadfast_love_of_your Oh_YHWH it_is_full the_earth/land regulations_of_your teach_me.

119:65 The purpose of Yahweh’s instructions

The Value of the Law of the Lord

ט (Tet)

65 You do good to your servant, Yahweh,

≈as you’ve said you would.

66 Teach me good discernment and understanding,

because I trust in the wisdom of your commands.

67 Before ≈my troubles came, I went astray,

≈but now I observe your ≈promises.

68 You are good, and you do good.

Teach me your regulations.

69 The arrogant smear me with lies,

but I myself keep your principles with ≈sincerity.

70 Their hearts are unfeeling like fat,

but I myself delight in your instructions.

71 It is good for me that I’ve suffered

so that I’d learn your regulations.

72 The instructions ≈that come from your mouth are good for me—

more than thousands of gold and silver ≈coins.

65 Good you_have_done with servant_of_your Oh_YHWH according_to_message_of_your.

66 Goodness_of discernment and_knowledge teach_me if/because in/on/at/with_commands_of_your I_trust.

67 Before I_was_afflicted I was_going_astray and_now message_of_your I_keep.

68 are_good you and_do_good teach_me regulations_of_your.

69 They_have_smeared with_me falsehood arrogant_people I in_all the_heart I_observe precepts_of_your.

70 It_is_insensitive like_the_fat hearts_of_their I law_of_your I_delight.

71 It_was_good to_me (cmp) I_was_afflicted so_that I_may_learn regulations_of_your.

72 is_good to_me the_law_of mouth_of_your than_thousands_of gold and_silver_pieces.

119:73 The justice of Yahweh’s instructions

The Justice of the Law of the Lord

י (Yod)

73 Your hands created and formed me.

Give me understanding so that I can learn your commands.

74 May those who ≈respect you see me and be happy

because I ≈put my hope in what you’ve said.

75 Yahweh, I know that your judgements are ≈fair and right,

and that it’s in faithfulness that you make me suffer.

76 Let your loyal commitment be my comfort,

as per your promise to your servant.

77 May your grace come to me so that I may live,

because your instructions are my delight.

78 Let the proud be put to shame,

because they’ve falsely accused me,

but as for me, I’ll meditate on your principles.

79 May those who ≈respect you turn to me,

and get to know ≈what you’ve revealed.

80 May my ≈conscience be blameless with respect to your regulations,

so that I won’t be put to shame.

73 Hands_of_your made_me and_fashioned_me give_understanding_me and_learn commands_of_your.

74 Fear_of_you see_me and_rejoice if/because in_message_of_your I_have_waited.

75 I_know Oh_YHWH if/because_that are_righteousness judgements_of_your and_faithfulness afflicted_me.

76 Let_it_be please steadfast_love_of_your to_comfort_me according_to_promise_of_your to_servant_of_your.

77 Come_me compassion_of_your and_live if/because law_of_your delight_of_my.

78 Let_them_be_ashamed arrogant_people if/because falsehood wronged_me I I_will_meditate in/on/at/with_precepts_of_your.

79 Let_them_turn to_me fear_of_you and_know_of\f + \fr 119:79 \ft OSHB variant note: ו/ידעו: (x-qere) ’וְ֝/יֹדְעֵ֗י’: lemma_c/3045 n_0.

0 morph_HC/Vqrmpc id_19paC וְ֝/יֹדְעֵ֗י\f* testimonies_of_your.

80 May_it_be heart_of_my blameless in/on/at/with_regulations_of_your so_that not I_may_be_ashamed.

119:81 Requesting Yahweh’s intervention

A Prayer for Deliverance

כ (Kaf)

81 My inner being faints with longing for your salvation.

I put my hope in ≈what you’ve said.

82 My eyes are exhausted with longing for your promise,

saying, “When will you comfort me?”

83 because I’ve become brittle like a wineskin in the smoke.

I don’t forget your regulations.

84 How long must your servant wait—

when will you ≈punish those who persecute me?

85 The proud have dug pits to trap me,

which is not according to your instructions.

86 All your commands are ≈sensible.

@Those proud people pursue me ≈with false accusations—help me.

87 They have almost ≈finished me off here,

≈but as for me, I don’t reject your principles.

88 It’s your loyal commitment that keeps me alive,

so that I can obey ≈what you’ve revealed.

81 It_is_exhausted for_salvation_of_your soul_of_my in_message_of_your I_wait.

82 eyes_of_my They_are_exhausted for_promise_of_your to_say when comfort_me.

83 If/because I_have_become like_wineskin in/on/at/with_smoke regulations_of_your not I_have_forgotten.

84 As_the_what are_the_days_of servant_of_your when will_you_do in/on/at/with_persecute_of_me judgement.

85 They_have_dug to_me arrogant_people pits which not according_to_law_of_your.

86 All_of commands_of_your are_faithfulness falsehood persecute_me help_me.

87 As_almost destroyed_me in/on_the_earth and_I not I_have_abandoned precepts_of_your.

\f + \fr 119:87 \ft OSHB note: BHS has been faithful to the Leningrad Codex where there might be a question of the validity of the form and we keep the same form as BHS.

\f* 88 according_to_steadfast_love_of_your give_life_me and_keep the_transcript_of mouth_of_your.

119:89 Trusting in Yahweh’s principles

Faith in the Law of the Lord

ל (Lamed)

89 Yahweh, your message stands firm in the heavens.

90 Your faithfulness lasts from generation to generation.

You’ve established the earth and it ≈endures.

91 ?@The heavens and the earth ?≈implement your regulations

because all things are your servants.

92 If your instructions hadn’t been my delight

then I would have ≈died as a result of my suffering.

93 I’ll never forget your principles,

because through them, you’ve preserved ≈my life.

94 I’m yours—save me because I ≈strive to follow your principles.

95 The wicked wait for me in order to ≈kill me,

but I ≈strive to understand what you’ve revealed.

96 I’ve seen ≈a limit to all perfection,

but your commands are very ≈wide-ranging.

89 To_eternity Oh_YHWH message_of_your is_standing in/on/at/with_heaven.

90 Throughout_generation and_generation faithfulness_of_your you_have_established the_earth and_stands.

91 By_ordinances_of_your they_stand_forth the_day if/because the_all servants_of_your.

92 If_not law_of_your delight_of_my then I_perished in/on/at/with_affliction_of_my.

93 To_forever not I_will_forget precepts_of_your if/because in/on/at/with_them given_life_me.

94 To/for_yourself(m) I save_me if/because precepts_of_your I_have_sought.

95 To_me they_have_waited wicked_people to_destroy_me testimonies_of_your I_will_consider_carefully.

96 To/from_all/each/any/every perfection I_have_seen an_end is_broad command_of_your exceedingly.

119:97 Appreciating Yahweh’s principles

Love for the Law of the Lord

מ (Mem)

97 I ≈really love your instructions—

≈I spend all day meditating on them.

98 Your commands make me wiser than my enemies,

because ≈I’m always aware of them.

99 I understand more than my teachers do

because I meditate on ≈what you’ve revealed.

100 I understand more than the elders do

because I’ve followed your principles.

101 I’ve ≈avoided all evil behaviour

so that I ≈can obey what you’ve said.

102 I haven’t deviated from your regulations,

because you yourself have taught me.

103 Your promises are sweet to my taste,

yes, even sweeter than honey ≈on my tongue.

104 I gain understanding through your principles

so I hate ≈all the different ways that people deceive >others.

97 How I_love law_of_your all_of the_day it meditation_of_my.

98 Than_enemies_of_my make_wiser_me commands_of_your if/because to_forever it to_me.

99 From_all teachers_of_my I_have_insight if/because testimonies_of_your are_a_meditation of_I.

100 More_than_elders I_gain_understanding if/because precepts_of_your I_have_observed.

101 From_all path evil I_have_restrained feet_of_my so_that I_may_keep message_of_your.

102 From_ordinances_of_your not I_have_turned_aside if/because you taught_me.

103 How they_are_smooth to_taste_of_my messages_of_your than_honey to_mouth_of_my.

104 From_precepts_of_your I_gain_understanding on/upon/above/on_account_of//he/it_went_in yes/correct/thus/so I_hate every_of path_of falsehood.

119:105 The peace/prosperity from law of God

Light from the Law of the Lord

נ (Nun)

105 Your message is a lamp ≈so I can see where I’m stepping

and a light ≈to illuminate my path.

106 I have ≈promised and have confirmed

that I will honour your judgements ≈that are fair and right.

107 I’m ≈suffering badly.

Keep me alive, Yahweh, ≈as you’ve said you would.

108 Yahweh, please accept the freewill offerings of my ≈praise,

and teach me your regulations.

109 My life is in ≈continual danger,

≈yet I don’t forget your instructions.

110 The wicked have set a trap for me,

≈but I haven’t strayed from your principles.

111 I ≈consider what you’ve revealed as my heritage forever,

because ≈it gives me great happiness.

112 I ≈make your regulations my priority forever—to the end.

105 is_a_lamp to_feet_of_my message_of_your and_light to_path_of_my.

106 I_have_sworn_an_oath and_confirmed to_guard/protect the_judgements_of righteous_of_your.

107 I_have_been_afflicted up_to muchness Oh_YHWH give_life_me according_to_message_of_your.

108 The_freewill_offerings_of mouth_of_my accept please Oh_YHWH and_ordinances_of_your teach_me.

109 Life_of_my in/on/at/with_hand_of_my continually and_law_of_your not I_forget.

110 They_have_set wicked_people a_snare to_me and_from_precepts_of_your not I_have_gone_astray.

111 I_have_inherited testimonies_of_your to_forever if/because are_the_joy_of heart_of_my they.

112 I_have_turned heart_of_my for_doing regulations_of_your to_forever end.

119:113 Safety in Yahweh’s instructions

Safety in the Law of the Lord

ס (Samek)

113 I hate ≈people who say one thing and do another,

≈but I love your instructions.

114 You are my ≈safe place and my ≈protection—

I’ve ≈set my hopes on what you’ve said.

115 Get away from me, all you who choose ≈to do evil,

≈so that I can keep my God’s commands.

116 Sustain me like you promised you would, so that I may live

and don’t make me ashamed of my expectation.

117 Support me, and I’ll be saved,

and then I’ll continually be paying attention to your regulations.

118 You reject all those who stray from your statutes,

because their deceit is a form of lying.

119 You remove all the wicked from the earth like slag is skimmed off—

that’s why I love ≈what you’ve revealed.

120 My body trembles in fear of you,

and I’m afraid of your judgements.

113 Half-hearted_people I_hate and_law_of_your I_love.

114 Hiding_place_of_my and_shield_of_my you in_message_of_your I_wait.

115 Turn_aside from_me Oh_evil-doers and_keep the_commands_of god_of_my.

116 Sustain_me according_to_promise_of_your and_live and_not ashamed_me of_hope_of_my.

117 Uphold_me and_safe and_have_regard in/on/at/with_regulations_of_your continually.

118 You_reject all_of those_who_go_astray from_regulations_of_your if/because is_falsehood deceit_of_their.

119 Dross(es) you_cause_to_cease all_of the_wicked_people_of the_earth for_so/thus/hence I_love testimonies_of_your.

120 It_bristles_up for_fear_of_you flesh_of_my and_of_judgements_of_your I_am_afraid.

119:121 Obeying Yahweh’s instructions

Obedience to the Law of the Lord

ע (Ayin)

121 I’ve done what’s fair and right.

Don’t abandon me to my oppressors.

122 Guarantee your servant’s well-being—

don’t let the proud oppress me.

123 My eyes are exhausted waiting for ≈you to rescue me

and for your promise ?≈to free me of guilt.

124 Deal with your servant according to your loyal commitment,

and teach me your regulations.

125 I’m your servant—give me understanding

so that I ≈can understand what you’ve revealed.

126 It’s time for Yahweh to take action—

they ≈disobey your instructions.

127 That’s why I love your commands more than gold—

more than fine gold.

128 That’s why I consider all your principles to be right in everything.

I hate every path ≈that leads to lies.

121 I_have_done justice and_right not leave_me to_oppressors_of_my.

122 Stand_surety_for servant’s_of_your for_well-being not oppress_me arrogant_people.

123 Eyes_of_my they_are_exhausted for_salvation_of_your and_for_promise_of righteous_of_your.

124 Do with servant_of_your according_to_love_of_your and_regulations_of_your teach_me.

125 Servant_of_your I give_understanding_me and_know decrees_of_your.

126 A_time for_doing to/for_YHWH people_have_broken law_of_your.

127 On/upon/above/on_account_of//he/it_went_in yes/correct/thus/so I_love commands_of_your more_than_gold and_more_than_fine_gold.

128 On/upon/above/on_account_of//he/it_went_in yes/correct/thus/so all_of the_precepts_of everything I_approve every_of path_of falsehood I_hate.

119:129 Wanting to obey Yahweh’s instructions

Desire to Obey the Law of the Lord

פ (Pe)

129 ≈What you’ve revealed is wonderful,

therefore I obey it.

130 The unfolding of your messages gives light—

it gives insight to the untrained.

131 I open my mouth wide and pant

because I long for your commands.

132 Turn to me and be gracious to me ≈as usual—

to those who love your name.

133 ≈Guide me as you promised

and don’t let wickedness gain power over me.

134 Pay the ransom to free me from oppression by ≈others

so that I may keep your principles.

135 ≈Look favourably on your servant,

and teach me your regulations.

136 ≈Tears stream down from my eyes

because ≈others don’t ≈follow your instructions.

129 are_wonders testimonies_of_your on/upon/above/on_account_of//he/it_went_in yes/correct/thus/so keeps_them soul_of_my.

130 The_opening_of messages_of_your it_gives_light it_is_giving_understanding_to simple_people.

131 Mouth_of_my I_opened_wide and_pant if/because for_commands_of_your I_longed.

132 Turn to_me and_gracious_me as_custom toward_love_of name_of_your.

133 Steps_of_my direct in/on/at/with_message_of_your and_not let_it_gain_power in/on/at/with_me any_of wickedness.

134 Redeem_me from_oppression_of humankind and_keep precepts_of_your.

135 Face_of_your make_shine in/on/at/with_servant_of_your and_teach_me DOM regulations_of_your.

136 Streams_of water they_have_gone_down eyes_of_my because not people_keep law_of_your.

119:137 Yahweh demands obedience

The Justice of the Law of the Lord

צ (Tsade)

137 You ≈always do what is right, Yahweh,

and your regulations are fair.

138 ≈What you’ve revealed demands obedience

and much faithfulness.

139 My zeal has consumed me

because my enemies forget your messages.

140 ≈What you said is totally pure

and your servant loves it.

141 I’m unimportant, and despised.

I don’t forget your principles.

142 ≈You do right and it’s right forever,

and your instructions are true.

143 Distress and anguish have found me.

Your commands are my only delight.

144 ≈What you’ve revealed is right forever.

Give me understanding that I may live.

137 are_righteous you Oh_YHWH and_right judgements_of_your.

138 You_commanded righteousness_of testimonies_of_your and_faithfulness much.

139 Consumes_me zeal_of_my if/because they_have_forgotten messages_of_your foes_of_my.

140 message_of_your is_refined exceedingly and_servant_of_your loves_it.

141 am_insignificant I and_despised precepts_of_your not I_have_forgotten.

142 righteousness_of_your is_righteousness to_everlasting and_law_of_your is_truth.

143 Anxiety and_anguish come_upon_me commands_of_your delight_of_my.

144 are_righteousness_of testimonies_of_your to_forever give_understanding_me and_live.

119:145 Calling to be rescued

A Prayer for Deliverance

ק (Qof)

145 I cried out with my whole ≈being, “Answer me, Yahweh,

I will keep your regulations.”

146 I call out to you—save me,

so that I can keep ≈what you’ve revealed to us.

147 I rise before the dawn and cry out for help.

I put my hope in your words.

148 ≈I stay awake through the night hours

in order to meditate on ≈what you’ve said.

149 ≈Apply your loyal commitment to listening to my voice.

Yahweh, preserve my life according to your justice.

150 Those pursuing wickedness are coming near.

They wander far from your instructions.

151 You are near, Yahweh,

and all your commands are ≈reliable.

152 Long ago I learned from ≈the things that you revealed

that you had established them forever.

145 I_call_out in/on/at/with_all_of the_heart answer_me Oh_YHWH regulations_of_your I_will_observe.

146 Call_you save_me and_keep testimonies_of_your.

147 I_am_early in/on/at/with_dawn and_cry_for_help in_message_of_your\f + \fr 119:147 \ft OSHB variant note: ל/דברי/ך: (x-qere) ’לִ/דְבָרְ/ךָ֥’: lemma_l/1697 morph_HR/Ncmsc/Sp2ms id_194RR לִ/דְבָרְ/ךָ֥\f* I_wait.

148 eyes_of_my They_anticipate the_night-watches that_meditate in/on/at/with_promise_of_your.

149 My_sound/voice hear according_to_steadfast_love_of_your Oh_YHWH according_to_justice_of_your preserve_life_my.

150 They_draw_near (of)_wickedness those_who_pursue_of from_law_of_your they_are_distant.

151 are_near you Oh_YHWH and_all commands_of_your are_truth.

152 Antiquity I_have_known from_testimonies_of_your if/because_that to_forever established_them.

119:153 Calling to be rescued

A Plea for Help

ר (Resh)

153 ≈Take note of my suffering and rescue me

because I don’t forget your instructions.

154 Plead my cause and ≈buy me back.

Give me life as ≈you promised.

155 ≈The wicked have no chance of getting rescued,

because they ≈have no interest in your regulations.

156 Your mercies are many, Yahweh.

Preserve me ≈by means of your judgements.

157 My pursuers and my adversaries are many

but I haven’t turned from ≈what you’ve revealed.

158 I see the treacherous and despise them

because they don’t ≈take notice of what you’ve said.

159 See how I love your principles.

Yahweh, preserve me according to your loyal commitment.

160 The ≈essence of your message is truth,

and all your righteous judgements last forever.

153 See affliction_of_my and_rescue_me if/because law_of_your not I_have_forgotten.

154 Plead cause_of_my and_redeem_me according_to_promise_of_your give_life_me.

155 is_far from_wicked salvation if/because regulations_of_your not they_have_sought.

156 Mercies_of_your are_great Oh_YHWH according_to_ordinances_of_your give_life_me.

157 are_many persecutors_of_my and_adversaries_of_my from_testimonies_of_your not I_have_turned_aside.

158 I_see those_who_act_treacherously and_disgust that message_of_your not they_have_kept.

159 See if/because_that precepts_of_your I_love Oh_YHWH according_to_steadfast_love_of_your preserve_life_my.

160 The_head_of message_of_your is_truth and_to_eternity every_of (the)_judgement_of righteous_of_your.

119:161 Obeying Yahweh’s instructions

Dedication to the Law of the Lord

ש (Sin/Shin)

161 Officials pursue me without cause,

≈but my heart trembles ≈with what you’ve said.

162 I’m happy ≈because of what you’ve promised,

like someone who ≈discovers a large jackpot.

163 I hate deceit, ≈in fact I loathe it—

^it’s your instructions that I love.

164 I praise you seven times a day

on account of your righteous judgements.

165 Those who love your instructions find extensive peace—

nothing causes them to stumble.

166 I put my hope in you, Yahweh, ≈to rescue me,

and I do ≈what you commanded.

167 ≈I sincerely follow all the things that you’ve revealed,

and I love them a lot.

168 I keep your principles and ≈everything you’ve revealed,

because ≈you see everything I do.

161 Officials persecute_me without_cause and_of_message_of_your\f + \fr 119:161 \ft OSHB variant note: ו/מ/דברי/ך: (x-qere) ’וּ֝/מִ/דְּבָרְ/ךָ֗’: lemma_c/m/1697 n_0.

0 morph_HC/R/Ncmsc/Sp2ms id_19ezr וּ֝/מִ/דְּבָרְ/ךָ֗\f* heart_of_my it_is_in_dread.

162 am_rejoicing I on message_of_your like_ plunder _finds much.

163 Falsehood I_hate and_abhor law_of_your I_love.

164 Seven_times in_the_day praise_you on the_judgements_of righteous_of_your.

165 Peace great have_love_of law_of_your and_nothing to_them_them a_stumbling_block.

166 I_hope for_salvation_of_your Oh_YHWH and_commands_of_your I_do.

167 soul_of_my It_keeps testimonies_of_your and_love_them exceedingly.

168 I_keep precepts_of_your and_testimonies_of_your if/because all_of ways_of_my before_you.

119:169 A prayer for help

A Prayer for Help

ת (Tav)

169 Let my cry for help ≈approach you, Yahweh.

≈Speak to me to give me understanding.

170 May my request ≈reach your ears.

Rescue me ≈as you promised you would.

171 May my lips pour out praise,

because you teach me your regulations.

172 Let my tongue sing about your promise,

because all your commands are ≈right and fair.

173 Let your hand be ready to help me,

because I’ve chosen to follow your principles.

174 I long for ≈when you’ll rescue me, Yahweh,

and ≈I enjoy your instructions.

175 May I live and praise you,

and may your regulations help me.

176 I’ve wandered off like a lost sheep.

≈Come and find your servant because I haven’t forgotten your commands.

169 May_it_draw_near cry_of_my to_your_face Oh_YHWH according_to_message_of_your give_understanding_me.

170 supplication_of_my May_it_come to_your_face according_to_promise_of_your deliver_me.

171 lips_of_my May_they_pour_forth praise if/because teach_me regulations_of_your.

172 tongue_of_my May_it_sing message_of_your if/because all_of commands_of_your are_righteousness.

173 May_it_be hand_of_your to_help_me if/because precepts_of_your I_have_chosen.

174 I_long for_salvation_of_your Oh_YHWH and_law_of_your delight_of_my.

175 May_it_live soul_of_my and_praise_you and_ordinances_of_your help_me.

176 I_have_gone_astray like_sheep lost seek servant_of_your if/because commands_of_your not I_have_forgotten.

120:1 Asking Yahweh for peace

Prayer for Deliverance from Slanderers; A Prayer for Help

A song for walking uphill to Yerushalem.

A song for the ascent to Jerusalem.; A song of ascents.; A Song of Ascents.; A song of the ascents

120 I called out to Yahweh ≈when I was in distress,

and he answered me.

2 Rescue my life, Yahweh, from ≈lying lips—

from a tongue of deceit.

3 You deceitful tongue of the enemy,

what punishment will #Yahweh give to you,

and then what will he add on top of that?

4 Sharpened arrows ≈like a warrior uses,

along with burning coals of broom branches.

5 ≈It was my loss that I stayed at Meshek,

I lived among the tents at Kedar.

6 ≈I’ve lived my life for a long time

with haters of peace.

7 I’m for peace,

≈but when I speak, they’re for war.

↑ 120  The_song_of the_ascents\f + \fr 120:1 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

120.

1\f* to YHWH in/on/at/with_distress to/for_me I_called_out and_answered_me.

2 Oh_YHWH deliver life_of_my from_lips_of falsehood from_tongue_of deceit.

3 What will_he_give to/for_yourself(m) and_what will_he_add to/for_you(fs) Oh_tongue deceit.

4 Arrows_of a_warrior sharpened with burning_coals_of broom_plants.

5 Woe to_me if/because I_have_sojourned Meshek I_have_dwelt with the_tents_of Qēdār.

6 Much_of it_has_dwelt to_her soul_of_my with one_who_hates_of peace.

7 I am_peace and_because/when I_speak they for_the_war.

121:1 Yahweh our protector

The Lord Our Protector; Assurance of God’s Protection

A song for walking uphill to Yerushalem.

A song for the ascent to Jerusalem.; A song of ascents.; A Song of Ascents.; A song of the ascents.

121 I ≈look up towards the hills.

Where will my help come from?

2 My help comes from Yahweh

who made heaven and earth.

3 May he not allow your #feet to slip.

May your protector ≈stay alert.

4 Listen, Yisrael’s protector doesn’t doze or sleep.

5 Yahweh is your bodyguard.

≈Yahweh ≈is beside you to shelter you.

6 Now the sun won’t harm you during the day,

≈or the moon at night-time.

7 Yahweh will protect you from all harm.

≈He will protect your life.

8 Yahweh will protect your comings and your goings

both now and then forever.

↑ 121  A_song of_the_ascents\f + \fr 121:1 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

121.

1\f* I_lift_up eyes_of_my to the_mountains from_where help_of_my will_it_come.

2 Help_of_my from_with YHWH who_made_of (of)_heaven and_earth.

3 Not may_he_permit to_the your not wwww mmm.

4 There not he_will_slumber and_not he_will_sleep the_protector_of Yisrā^ʼēl/(Israel).

5 YHWH keeper_of_your YHWH shade_of_your at the_hand_of right_of_your.

6 By_day the_sun not strike_you and_moon in/on/at/with_night.

7 YHWH protect_you from_all harm he_will_protect DOM life_of_your.

8 YHWH he_will_protect going_out_your and_coming_in_your from_now and_unto perpetuity.

122:1 Wanting peace for Yerushalem

In Praise of Jerusalem; Song of Praise and Prayer for Jerusalem

A song by David while walking uphill to Yerushalem.

A song of ascents. Of David.; A Song of Ascents. Of David.; A song of the ascents: for David; A song for the ascent to Jerusalem. A psalm of David.

122 I was happy when they said to me,

“Let’s go to Yahweh’s house.”

2 Yerushalem, our feet are standing inside your gates—

3 Yerushalem, the city that was built ?≈with its protective walls

4 which is where Yahweh’s tribes went up to

following ≈what was revealed to Yisrael to give thanks to Yahweh,

5 because judgement thrones remained there—

thrones of David’s ≈descendants.

6 Pray for Yerushalem to have ≈peace and prosperity.

≈May those who love @Yerushalem live at ease.

7 May there be peace within your walls—

peace within your fortresses.

8 For the sake of my friends and relatives

I’ll say, “May there be peace within you.”

9 For the sake of the house of our God Yahweh

I’ll ≈strive for the good of @Yerushalem.

↑ 122  The_song_of the_ascents of_Dāvid\f + \fr 122:1 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

122.

1\f* I_rejoiced in/on/at/with_said to_me the_house_of YHWH let_us_go.

2 Standing they_were feet_of_our in/on/at/with_gates_of_your Oh_Yərūshālam/(Jerusalem).

3 Yərūshālam/(Jerusalem) the_built as_city that_bound_firmly to_her together.

4 That_where they_went_up tribes the_tribes_of Yah a_transcript for_Yisrā^ʼēl/(Israel) to_give_thanks to_name_of YHWH.

5 If/because there_at thrones they_sat for_judgement thrones of_house_of of_Dāvid.

6 Ask_for the_peace_of Yərūshālam/(Jerusalem) may_they_be_at_ease love_of_you.

7 May_it_be peace in/on/at/with_walls_of_your security in/on/at/with_palaces_of_your.

8 For_the_sake_of brothers_of_my and_friends_of_my I_will_speak please peace on/over_you(fs).

9 For_the_sake_of the_house_of YHWH god_of_our I_will_seek good to/for_you(fs).

123:1 Praying to see mercy

A Prayer for Mercy; Supplication for Mercy

A song for walking uphill to Yerushalem.

A song for the ascent to Jerusalem.; A song of ascents.; A Song of Ascents.; A song of the ascents

123 I ≈look up towards you—

you who ≈rule from your throne in the heavens.

2 ≈Just as servants look to their master for his favour,

and the maids look to their mistress,

so we look to our God Yahweh until he has mercy on us.

3 Have mercy on us, Yahweh, have mercy on us,

because we’ve ≈been very humiliated by our enemies—

4 ≈in fact we’ve had way more than enough scoffing from the arrogant

and contempt from the proud.

↑ 123  The_song_of the_ascents\f + \fr 123:1 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

123.

1\f* to_you I_have_lifted_up DOM eyes_of_my the_enthroned_of in/on/at/with_heavens.

2 Here as_eyes_of slaves which_are_to the_hand_of master_of_their as_eyes_of a_female_slave which_are_to the_hand_of mistress_of_her so eyes_of_our are_to YHWH god_of_our until he_gracious_us.

3 Gracious_us Oh_YHWH gracious_us if/because much we_have_been_surfeited contempt.

4 Much_of it_has_been_surfeited to_its soul_of_our the_scorn the_at_ease the_contempt of_proud.

\f + \fr 123:4 \ft OSHB note: We have abandoned or added a ketib/qere relative to BHS.

In doing this we agree with L against BHS.

\f*

124:1 Thanking for Yahweh’s protection

God the Protector of His People; Thanksgiving for Israel’s Deliverance

A song by David while walking uphill to Yerushalem.

A song of ascents. Of David.; A Song of Ascents. Of David.; A song of the ascents: for David; A song for the ascent to Jerusalem. A psalm of David.

124 Let Yisra’el (Israel) now say,

“If Yahweh hadn’t ≈been on our side,

2 yes, ≈when we were attacked

if Yahweh hadn’t ≈been on our side,

3 they would have swallowed us up alive

when their anger raged against us.

4 Then the water would have swept us away—

the torrent would have gone right over ≈us.

5 ≈≈Yes, then the raging waters would have gone over us.

6 ≈We praise Yahweh

who didn’t allow our enemies to tear us apart with their teeth.

7 We’ve escaped like a bird out of a bird-catcher’s trap—

the trap’s been broken and we’ve escaped.

8 ≈We rely on Yahweh for our help—

the one who made heaven and earth.

↑ 124  the_song_of the_ascents of_Dāvid\f + \fr 124:1 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

124.

1\f* if_not it_were_YHWH who_was to/for_us let_it_say please Yisrā^ʼēl/(Israel).

2 If_not it_were_YHWH who_was to/for_us in/on/at/with_rose_up against_us anyone.

3 Then alive swallowed_us in/on/at/with_kindled anger_of_their in/on/at/with_us.

4 Then the_waters engulfed_us torrent\f + \fr 124:4 \ft OSHB note: BHS has been faithful to the Leningrad Codex where there might be a question of the validity of the form and we keep the same form as BHS.

\f* it_had_passed over soul_of_our.

5 Then it_had_passed over soul_of_our the_waters the_raging.

6 YHWH be_blessed who_not given_us prey by_teeth_of_their.

7 Soul_of_our like_bird it_has_escaped from_snare_of fowlers the_snare is_broken and_we we_have_escaped.

8 Help_of_our in/on_name_of YHWH who_made_of (of)_heaven and_earth.

125:1 Against wicked rulers

The Security of God’s People

A song for walking uphill to Yerushalem.

A song for the ascent to Jerusalem.; A song of ascents.; A Song of Ascents.; A song of the ascents

125 Those who trust in Yahweh

are like Mt. Tsiyyon (Zion) which can’t be shaken—enduring forever.

2 Just like the mountains surround Yerushalem,

so too Yahweh surrounds his people, both now and forever.

3 ≈Wicked rulers must not ≈settle on the land alloted to the righteous,

otherwise those righteous people might end up ≈doing something that they shouldn’t do.

4 Do good, Yahweh, to those who are good

and to those who ≈strive to do what is right.

5 ≈But as for those who choose to turn to crooked paths,

Yahweh will banish them along with those who do evil.

May peace be on Yisra’el.

↑ 125  The_song_of the_ascents\f + \fr 125:1 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

125.

1\f* the_trust in/on/at/with_LORD like_mount_of Tsiyyōn/(Zion) which_not it_will_be_shaken to_forever it_will_remain.

2 Yərūshālam/(Jerusalem) mountains are_around to/for_her/it and_LORD is_around about_people_of_his from_now and_unto perpetuity.

3 If/because not it_will_rest the_scepter_of the_wickedness over the_allotted_portion_of the_righteous so_that not they_may_stretch_out the_righteous in/on/at/with_wrong hands_of_their.

4 Do_good Oh_YHWH to_the_good and_to_upright in/on/at/with_hearts_of_their.

5 And_the_turn_aside crooked_ways_of_their banish_them YHWH with those_who_do_of the_iniquity peace be_on Yisrā^ʼēl/(Israel).

126:1 The cheerful harvest

A Harvest of Joy; A Prayer for Deliverance

A song for walking uphill to Yerushalem.

A song for the ascent to Jerusalem.; A song of ascents.; A Song of Ascents.; A song of the ascents

126 When Yahweh restored Tsiyyon’s fortunes,

we were like those who dream.

2 Then our mouths were filled with laughter

≈and our tongues with singing.

Then they said among the nations,

“Yahweh has done great things for them.”

3 Yahweh did great things for us.

How glad we were.

4 Restore our fortunes, Yahweh,

like the streams do in the Negev desert.

5 Those who sow in tears will harvest with cheerful shouts.

6 ≈The man who goes out weeping, carrying seed ≈to sow,

will return again with happy shouts—bringing his bundles of grain with him.

↑ 126  The_song_of the_ascents\f + \fr 126:1 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

126.

1\f* in/on/at/with_restored YHWH DOM the_restoration_of Tsiyyōn we_were like_dream.

2 Then it_was_filled laughter mouth_of_our and_tongue_of_our a_shout_of_joy then people_said in/on/at/with_nations YHWH he_has_made_great for_doing with these_people.

3 YHWH He_has_made_great for_doing for_us we_were joyful.

4 Restore Oh_YHWH DOM fortunes_of_our\f + \fr 126:4 \ft OSHB variant note: שבות/נו: (x-qere) ’שְׁבִיתֵ֑/נוּ’: lemma_7622 n_1 morph_HNcfsc/Sp1cp id_19HUR שְׁבִיתֵ֑/נוּ\f* like_streams in/on/at/with_Negeb.

5 The_sow in/on/at/with_tears in/on/at/with_shouts_of_joy they_will_reap.

6 Going he_will_go and_weeping carrying (the)_bag_of the_seed certainly_(come) he_will_come\f + \fr 126:6 \ft OSHB note: We read one or more accents in L differently than BHS.

Often this notation indicates a typographical error in BHS.

\f* in/on/at/with_shouts_of_joy carrying sheaves_of_his.

127:1 Children are a blessing

In Praise of God’s Goodness; God’s Blessings in the Home

A song by Solomon while walking uphill to Yerushalem.

A song of the ascents: for Solomon; A Song of Ascents. Of Solomon.; A song for the ascent to Jerusalem. A psalm of Solomon.; A song of ascents. Of Solomon.

127 If it’s not Yahweh who builds the house, those who build it ≈are just wasting their time.

≈If it’s not Yahweh who guards the city, the watchman stands guard uselessly.

2 It’s pointless ≈getting up early, then coming home late,

or ≈working so hard to get your food,

because Yahweh provides for ≈those he loves even while they’re asleep.

3 ≈Yes, children are a heritage from Yahweh,

and the product of the womb is a reward.

4 The children of a young man

are like arrows in a warrior’s hand.

5 The man who has his quiver full of them is blessed.

He won’t be put to shame when he confronts his enemies at the community gate.

↑ 127  The_song_of the_ascents of_Shəlomoh/(Solomon)\f + \fr 127:1 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

127.

1\f* if YHWH not he_will_build a_house vanity they_have_toiled builders_of_its in/on/over_him/it if YHWH not he_will_watch_over a_city vanity he_has_kept_awake the_watchman.

2 Vanity to/for_you_all who_rise_early_of (of)_to_rise who_delay_of (of)_to_sit who_eat_of (of)_the_bread_of the_anxious_toil thus he_gives to_beloved_of_his sleep.

3 Here the_inheritance_of YHWH is_sons is_a_reward the_fruit_of the_womb.

4 Like_arrows in/on/at/with_hand_of a_warrior so are_the_sons_of the_youth.

5 How_blessed the_man who he_has_filled DOM quiver_of_his from_them not they_will_be_ashamed if/because they_will_speak with enemies in/on/at/with_gate.

128:1 Prosperity for those who honour Yahweh

The Reward of Obedience to the Lord; The Happy Home of the Faithful

A song for walking uphill to Yerushalem.

A song for the ascent to Jerusalem.; A song of ascents.; A Song of Ascents.; A song of the ascents

128 Blessed is everyone who honours Yahweh—

who ≈strives to follow what he showed us.

2 When you eat the ≈product of your own hard work,

you will be blessed and prosper.

3 Your wife will be like a fruitful vine in your house.

Your children will be like olive trees as they sit around your table.

4 Yes, indeed, the man who honours Yahweh will be blessed.

5 May Yahweh bless you from Tsiyyon (Zion)—

may you see Yerushalem’s prosperity ≈throughout your whole life.

6 May you live to see your children’s children.

May peace be on Yisra’el.

↑ 128  The_song_of the_ascents\f + \fr 128:1 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

128.

1\f* how_blessed is_every_of one_fearing_of (of)_YHWH the_walks in/on/at/with_ways_of_his.

2 The_toil_of hands_of_your if/because you_will_eat happy_of_you and_good to/for_you(fs).

3 Wife_of_your like_vine fruitful in/on/at/with_insides_of house_of_your children_of_your like_shoots_of olive_trees around about_table_of_your.

4 Here if/because thus he_will_be_blessed a_man fearing_of (of)_YHWH.

5 Bless_you YHWH from_Tsiyyōn/(Zion) and_see in/on/at/with_prosperity_of Yərūshālam/(Jerusalem) all_of the_days_of your(ms)_life.

6 And_see children of_children_of_your peace be_on Yisrā^ʼēl/(Israel).

129:1 Praying against haters of Tsiyyon

A Prayer against Israel’s Enemies; Prayer for the Downfall of Israel’s Enemies

A song for walking uphill to Yerushalem.

A song for the ascent to Jerusalem.; A song of ascents.; A Song of Ascents.; A song of the ascents

129 Let Yisra’el (Israel) say:

“@My enemies have attacked me often since my youth.

2 Yes, often since my youth they’ve attacked me,

yet they haven’t defeated me.

3 &Their ploughmen ploughed on my back—

they made their furrows long.

4 Yahweh is righteous.

He’s cut the ropes of the wicked.”[fn]

5 May all those who hate Tsiyyon (Zion)

be humiliated and turned back.

6 May they be like the grass that sprouts up on a roof

then dries up and dies before it ≈can grow tall,

7 ≈so it’s no use to the harvester

≈or to the person tying up the bundles of grain.

8 May ≈no one who’s passing by say to those haters of Tsiyyon,

“May Yahweh’s blessing be on you all,”

or, “We bless you all in Yahweh’s name.”

↑ 129  The_song_of the_ascents\f + \fr 129:1 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

129.

1\f* much_of attacked_me from_youth_of_my let_it_say please Yisrā^ʼēl/(Israel).

2 Much_of attacked_me from_youth_of_my also not they_have_prevailed to_me.

3 On back_of_my they_have_plowed plowmen they_have_made_long X_furrows_of_their\f + \fr 129:3 \ft OSHB variant note: ל/מענות/ם: (x-qere) ’לְ/מַעֲנִיתָֽ/ם’: lemma_l/4618 n_0 morph_HR/Ncfsc/Sp3mp id_19suA לְ/מַעֲנִיתָֽ/ם\f*.

4 YHWH is_righteous he_has_cut_off the_rope_of wicked_people.

5 May_they_be_ashamed and_ backward _turned all_of (of)_Tsiyyōn those_who_hate_of.

6 May_they_be like_grass_of roofs which_before_of it_has_shot_up it_has_withered.

7 Which_not he_has_filled hands_of_his a_reaper and_arms_of_his one_who_binds_sheaves.

8 And_not they_say the_ the_blessing_of _pass_by of_YHWH upon_you_all we_bless DOM_you_all in/on_name_of YHWH.

130:1 Yahweh can redeem us

A Prayer for Help; Waiting for Divine Redemption

A song for walking uphill to Yerushalem.

A song for the ascent to Jerusalem.; A song of ascents.; A Song of Ascents.; A song of the ascents

130 I call out to you, Yahweh—

out from the depths.

2 My master, listen to ≈what I’m saying.

≈Pay attention to my pleas for mercy.

3 Yahweh if you ≈kept a record of our disobedience,

master, who could stand before you?

4 ≈But you do have a willingness to forgive

so that you might be ≈respected.

5 I wait for Yahweh to rescue me—

I ≈put my trust in what he’s said.

6 I wait for my master to help me—

≈more eagerly than the night guard looks forward to the morning.

7 Yisra’el, put your hope in Yahweh.

Yahweh is merciful ≈and very willing to get us out of our situation.

8 ≈He’s the one who’ll pay the price for all Yisrael’s sins

≈so we can be free.[ref]

↑ 130  The_song_of the_ascents\f + \fr 130:1 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

130.

1\f* out_of_depths cry_you Oh_YHWH.

2 My_master hear in/on/at/with_voice_of_my may_they_be ears_of_your attentive to_sound/voice supplications_of_my.

3 If iniquities you_will_keep Oh_Yah my_master who will_he_stand.

4 If/because with_you the_forgiveness so_that you_may_be_feared.

5 I_wait_for YHWH soul_of_my it_waits and_in_message_of_his I_wait.

6 Soul_of_my for_master_of more_than_watchmen for_the_morning watchmen for_the_morning.

7 Wait Oh_Yisrā^ʼēl/(Israel) to YHWH if/because is_with YHWH the_steadfast_love and_abundant with_him/it redemption.

8 And_he he_will_redeem DOM Yisrā^ʼēl/(Israel) from_all iniquities_of_its.

131:1 Explaing inner peace

Song of Quiet Trust; A Prayer of Humble Trust

A song by David while walking uphill to Yerushalem.

A song of ascents. Of David.; A Song of Ascents. Of David.; A song of the ascents: for David; A song for the ascent to Jerusalem. A psalm of David.

131 Yahweh, ≈I’m not boastful or full of pride,

nor do I ≈pretend to understand amazing things that are beyond me.

2 ≈Instead I’ve worked to maintain inner peace and quietness

like a child who’s been weaned yet still trusts fully in its mother.

3 Yisra’el, put your hope in Yahweh

from now on and forever.

↑ 131  The_song_of the_ascents of_Dāvid\f + \fr 131:1 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

131.

1\f* Oh_YHWH not it_has_been_haughty heart_of_my and_not they_have_been_uplifted eyes_of_my and_not I_have_walked in/on/at/with_great and_in/on/at/with_difficult too_for_me.

2 If not I_have_made_still and_quieted soul_of_my like_weaned on his/its_mother like_the_weaned within_me soul_of_my.

3 Wait Oh_Yisrā^ʼēl/(Israel) to YHWH from_now and_unto perpetuity.

132:1 Yahweh’s resting place in Tsiyyon

In Praise of the Temple; The Eternal Dwelling of God in Zion

A song by David while walking uphill to Yerushalem.

A song for the ascent to Jerusalem.; A song of ascents.; A Song of Ascents.; A song of the ascents

132 Yahweh, for David’s sake, remember all ≈the hardships he endured.

2 ≡Remember how he ≈made a promise to you, Yahweh—

how he made a vow to Yakov’s mighty warrior:

3 “I won’t enter my ≈home,

≈or lie down in my bed.

4 I won’t let my eyes close

≈or let ≈myself doze away

5 until I’ve found a place for Yahweh—

a ≈residence for the powerful one ≈that Yakov worshipped.

6 Listen, we heard that @the sacred box was in Efratah.

We found it in Yaar’s fields.[ref]

7 We’ll go into ≈the place where he lives.

We’ll ≈bow low in front of him where he sits.

8 Yahweh, ≈come to the place where you can remain—

you and the sacred chest ≈that represents your power.

9 May your priests ≈wrap themselves in integrity.

May your faithful followers shout happily.

10 For your servant David’s sake,

don’t ≈just ignore the one that you’ve chosen.

11 Yahweh, you promised David ≈and you won’t break that promise.

You said, “I’ll put your ≈descendants on your throne.[ref]

12 If your sons keep my agreement and the instructions that I’ll teach them,

then their children also will sit on your throne forevermore,”

13 ≈Yes, Yahweh has chosen Tsiyyon (Zion)—

that’s where he wants to reside.

14 He said, “This is my resting place forever.

I’ll live here, because I like @this place.

15 I’ll bless Tsiyyon with generous provisions.

Her poor people ≈will have enough food to be satisfied.

16 I’ll ≈have her priests lead the people to be saved.

The faithful people will shout aloud in their happiness.

17 ≈I’ll cause on of David’s descendants to become a great king there,[ref]

and ≈shine the light on the one I’ve chosen.

18 I’ll ≈cause his enemies to be shamed,

and it’s his crown that will shine.

↑ 132  The_song_of the_ascents\f + \fr 132:1 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

132.

1\f* remember Oh_YHWH with_regard_to_Dāvid DOM all_of hardships_endured_he.

2 Who he_swore_an_oath to/for_YHWH he_vowed to_mighty_one_of Yaˊₐqoⱱ/(Jacob).

3 If I_will_go in/on/at/with_tent_of house_of_my if I_will_go_up on the_couch_of bed_of_my.

4 If I_will_give sleep_of to_eyes_of_my to_eyelids_of_my slumber.

5 Until I_will_find a_place to/for_YHWH dwelling_place(s) for_mighty_one_of Yaˊₐqoⱱ¦266854.

6 Here heard_of_it in/on/at/with_ʼEfrātāh found_it in/on/at/with_fields_of Yaˊar/(Jaar).

7 Let_us_go to_dwelling_place_of_his let_us_bow_down at_footstool_of feet_of_his.

8 Arise Oh_YHWH to_resting_place_of_your you and_box_of might_of_your.

9 Priests_of_your let_them_be_clothed righteousness and_faithful_of_your let_them_shout_for_joy.

10 In_account_of Dāvid servant_of_your do_not turn_away the_face_of anointed_of_your.

11 He_swore_an_oath YHWH to_Dāvid faithfulness not he_will_turn_back from_her/it from_the_fruit body_of_your I_will_set on_throne to/for_you(fs).

12 If they_will_keep sons_of_your covenant_of_my and_decrees_of_my which teach_them also sons_of_their until perpetuity they_will_sit on_throne to/for_you(fs).

13 If/because YHWH he_has_chosen in/on/at/with_Tsiyyōn/(Zion) desired_it for_habitation to_him/it.

14 This resting_place_of_my until perpetuity here I_will_dwell if/because desired_it.

15 Provisions_of_its abundantly_(bless) I_will_bless poor_of_its I_will_satisfy food.

16 And_priests_of_its I_will_clothe salvation and_faithful_of_its certainly_(shout) they_will_shout_for_joy.

17 There I_will_make_grow a_horn for_Dāvid I_have_set_in_order a_lamp for_anointed_of_my.

18 Enemies_of_his I_will_clothe shame and_on_him crown_of_his it_will_shine.

133:1 Living peacefully together

The Blessedness of Unity; In Praise of Living in Peace

A song by David while walking uphill to Yerushalem.

A song of ascents. Of David.; A Song of Ascents.; A song of the ascents: for David; A song for the ascent to Jerusalem. A psalm of David.

133 ≈Listen, it’s really good and pleasant

when the nation’s ≈people get on well together.

2 It’s like having ≈expensive oil on the head,

running down the beard—Aaron’s beard,

and which then runs down onto the collar of his robes.

3 It’s like the dew on Mt. Hermon

which falls on the mountains of Tsiyyon (Zion),

because Yahweh commanded the blessing there—eternal life.

↑ 133  The_song_of the_ascents of_Dāvid\f + \fr 133:1 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

133.

1\f* there how good and_how pleasant is_the_dwelling brothers also together.

2 Like_the_oil the_precious on the_head which_runs_down on the_beard the_beard_of ʼAhₐron that_running_down on the_opening_of robes_of_his.

3 Like_dew_of Ḩermōn that_falling on the_mountains_of Tsiyyōn if/because there YHWH he_has_commanded DOM the_blessing life until the_forever.

134:1 Lift your hands and bless Yahweh

A Call to Praise God; Praise in the Night

A song for walking uphill to Yerushalem.

A song for the ascent to Jerusalem.; A song of ascents.; A Song of Ascents.; A song of the ascents

134 Listen, bless Yahweh, all you servants of Yahweh—

you who stand in Yahweh’s house at night.

2 Lift up your hands towards the sacred place and bless Yahweh.

3 May Yahweh, ≈the creator of heaven and earth

bless you from Tsiyyon (Zion).

↑ 134  The_song_of the_ascents\f + \fr 134:1 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

134.

1\f* here bless DOM YHWH Oh_all_of the_servants_of YHWH the_stand in_house_of YHWH in/on/at/with_night.

2 Lift_up hands_of_your_all’s the_sanctuary and_bless DOM YHWH.

3 Bless_you YHWH from_Tsiyyōn/(Zion) who_made_of (of)_heaven and_earth.

135:1 A praise song

A Hymn of Praise; Praise for God’s Goodness and Might

135 Praise Yahweh—praise *his name.

Praise him, you servants of Yahweh,

2 who stand in the house of Yahweh—

in the courtyards around our God’s house.

3 Praise Yahweh, because *he is good.

≈Sing praises to his name because it’s pleasant,

4 because Yahweh has chosen Yakov for himself—

Yisra’el as his ≈very own.

5 ≈You see, I myself know that Yahweh is great,

≈yes, our master is greater than all other gods.

6 Yahweh does whatever he wants to do

in heaven and on the earth,

in the seas ≈including all their deepest parts.

7 He makes the clouds rise up from the end of the earth.

He makes lightning accompany the rain,

and brings the wind out of his storehouse.

8 He struck Egypt’s firstborn males—

≈both people and animals.[ref]

9 He ≈did miracles and amazing things in your country, Egypt,

against Far-oh (Pharaoh) and all his servants.

10 He struck many nations

and killed powerful kings,

11 Sihon king of the Amorites,

and Og king of Bashan,

and all the Canaanite ≈kings.

12 He gave their land as an inheritance—

an inheritance to his people Yisra’el.

13 Your ≈reputation lasts forever, Yahweh.

≈Your renown, Yahweh, endures from generation to generation

14 because Yahweh judges his people,

and ≈he’s compassionate towards his servants.

15 The nations’ idols are silver and gold—

the work of people’s hands.[ref]

16 Those idols have mouths, but they can’t speak.

≈They have eyes, but they can’t see.

17 ≈They have ears, but they can’t hear,

≈and there’s no breath in their mouths.

18 Those who make them ≈will end up like them,

as will all those who put their trust in them.

19 ≈Descendants of Yisra’el, bless Yahweh.

≈Descendants of Aharon, bless Yahweh.

20 ≈Descendants of Levi, bless Yahweh.

All you who respect Yahweh, bless *him.

21 Blessed be Yahweh in Tsiyyon—

≈he who lives in Yerushalem.

Praise Yahweh.

↑ 135  Praise Yah praise DOM the_name_of YHWH praise Oh_servants_of YHWH.

2 Who_stand in_house_of YHWH in/on/at/with_courts_of the_house_of god_of_our.

3 Praise Yah if/because is_good YHWH sing_praises to_name_of_his if/because it_is_pleasant.

4 If/because Yaˊₐqoⱱ/(Jacob) he_has_chosen to_him/it Yah Yisrā^ʼēl/(Israel) as_possession_of_his.

5 If/because I I_know if/because_that is_great YHWH and_master_of_our from_all gods.

6 All that he_desires YHWH he_does in/on/at/with_heaven and_in/on/at/with_earth in_the_seas and_all the_deeps.

7 he_is_bringing_up clouds from_ends_of the_earth/land lightning_flashes for_the_rain he_makes he_is_bringing_out wind from_storehouses_of_his.

8 He_struck_down the_firstborn(s)_of Miʦrayim/(Egypt) from_humankind unto animals.

9 He_sent signs and_wonders in/on/at/with_midst_of_your Oh_Miʦrayim in/on/at/with_Parˊoh and_on/over_all servants_of_his.

10 He_struck_down nations many and_killed kings mighty.

11 To/for_Şīḩōn the_king_of the_ʼAmorī and_to/for_ˊŌg the_king_of the_Bāshān and_to/for_all the_kingdoms_of Kinaˊan/(Canaan).

12 And_he/it_gave land_of_their an_inheritance an_inheritance to_Yisrā^ʼēl/(Israel) people_of_his.

13 Oh_YHWH name_of_your to_forever Oh_YHWH renown_of_your throughout_generation and_generation.

14 If/because he_vindicates YHWH people_of_his and_on servants_of_his he_has_compassion.

15 The_idols_of the_nations are_silver and_gold the_work_of the_hands_of humankind.

16 A_mouth to/for_them and_not they_speak eyes to/for_them and_not they_see.

17 Ears to/for_them and_not they_give_ear also there_not there_is breath in/on/at/with_mouths_of_their.

18 Like_them they_will_be make_of_them every one_who is_trusting in/on/at/with_them.

19 Oh_house_of Yisrā^ʼēl/(Israel) bless DOM YHWH Oh_house_of ʼAhₐron bless DOM YHWH.

20 Oh_house_of the_Lēvī bless DOM YHWH Oh_those_fearing_of (of)_YHWH bless DOM YHWH.

21 be_blessed YHWH from_Tsiyyōn/(Zion) who_dwells Yərūshālam/(Jerusalem) praise Yah.

136:1 A song of thankfulness

A Hymn of Thanksgiving; God’s Work in Creation and in History

136 Give thanks to Yahweh, because he’s good,[ref]

because his loyal affection continues forever.

2 Give thanks to the God of gods,

because his loyal affection continues forever.

3 Give thanks to the master of masters,

because his loyal affection continues forever.

4 ≡Thank him—the only one who goes great miracles—

because his loyal commitment continues forever.

5 ≡Thank him who ≈used his wisdom to make the universe,[ref]

because his loyal commitment continues forever.

6 ≡Thank him who spread the earth out over the waters,[ref]

because his loyal commitment continues forever.

7 ≡Thank him who made the great lights,[ref]

because his loyal commitment continues forever:

8 the sun to rule over the day,

because his loyal commitment continues forever,

9 the moon and stars to rule over the night,

because his loyal commitment continues forever.

10 ≡Thank him who struck Egypt’s firstborn males,[ref]

because his loyal commitment continues forever.

11 He led Yisrael out from among @the Egyptians,[ref]

because his loyal commitment continues forever.

12 ≡He led them with his powerful hand and outstretched arm,

because his loyal commitment continues forever.

13 ≡Thank him who divided the Red Sea in ≈two,[ref]

because his loyal commitment continues forever.

14 Then he made Yisrael go through the middle of @that sea,

because his loyal commitment continues forever.

15 Then he threw Far-oh and his army down into the Red Sea,

because his loyal commitment continues forever.

16 ≡Thank him who led his people through the wilderness,

because his loyal commitment continues forever.

17 ≡Thank him who struck down great kings,

because his loyal commitment continues forever.

18 ≡Thank him who killed powerful kings,

because his loyal commitment continues forever.

19 ≡Thank him who killed the Amorite King Sihon,

because his loyal commitment continues forever.

20 ≡Thank him who killed King Og from Bashan,

because his loyal commitment continues forever.

21 ≡Thank him who gave them the land as their inheritance,

because his loyal commitment continues forever.

22 ≡Thank him who gave an inheritance to his servant Yisra’el,

because his loyal commitment continues forever.

23 ≡Thank him who remembered us ≈when we felt so low,

because his loyal commitment continues forever.

24 Then he rescued us from ≈those who set themselves against us,

because his loyal commitment continues forever.

25 ≡Thank him who gives food to ≈all living creatures,

because his loyal commitment continues forever.

26 ≈Yes, give thanks to the God of the heavens,

because his loyal commitment continues forever.

↑ 136  Give_thanks to/for_YHWH if/because he_is_good if/because to_forever love_of_his.

2 Give_thanks to_god_of the_ʼElohīm if/because to_forever love_of_his.

3 Give_thanks to_master_of the_masters if/because to_vanishing_point love_of_his.

4 To_does_of (of)_wonders great for_him/it_being_alone if/because to_forever love_of_his.

5 To_made_of the_heavens in/on/at/with_understanding if/because to love_of_his.

6 To_spread_out_of the_earth/land on the_waters if/because to_forever love_of_his.

7 To_made_of (of)_the_lights great if/because to_forever love_of_his.

8 DOM the_sun for_dominion in_the_day if/because to_forever love_of_his.

9 DOM the_moon and_stars to_rule in/on/at/with_night if/because to_forever love_of_his.

10 To_struck_of (of)_Miʦrayim/(Egypt) in/on/at/with_firstborn_of_their if/because to_forever love_of_his.

11 And_brought_out Yisrā^ʼēl/(Israel) from_among_of_them if/because to_forever love_of_his.

12 In/on/at/with_hand strong and_in/on/at/with_arm outstretched if/because to_forever love_of_his.

13 To_divided_of the_sea_of reeds in_asunder if/because to_forever love_of_his.

14 And_pass Yisrā^ʼēl/(Israel) in/on/at/with_midst_of_it if/because to_forever love_of_his.

15 And_overthrew Parˊoh and_army_of_his in/on/at/with_sea_of reeds if/because to_forever love_of_his.

16 To_led_of people_of_his in/on/at/with_wilderness if/because to_forever love_of_his.

17 To_struck_down_of (of)_kings great if/because to_forever love_of_his.

18 And_killed kings mighty if/because to_forever love_of_his.

19 To/for_Şīḩōn the_king_of the_ʼAmorī if/because to_forever love_of_his.

20 And_to/for_ˊŌg the_king_of the_Bāshān if/because to_forever love_of_his.

21 And_he/it_gave land_of_their as_inheritance if/because to_forever love_of_his.

22 An_inheritance to_Yisrā^ʼēl/(Israel) servant_of_his if/because to_forever love_of_his.

23 Who_in/on/at/with_low_estate_of_our he_remembered to/for_us if/because to_forever love_of_his.

24 And_rescued_us from_foes_of_our if/because to_forever love_of_his.

25 he_is_giving_of (of)_food to/from_all/each/any/every flesh if/because to_forever love_of_his.

26 Give_thanks to_god_of the_heavens if/because to_forever love_of_his.

137:1 Mourning Yerushalem’s destruction

A Lament of Israelites in Exile; Lament over the Destruction of Jerusalem

137 We sat beside the rivers in Babylon

sat and wept when we ≈thought about Tsiyyon (Zion).

2 We hung our harps there on the willow trees

3 because our captors there had demanded that we sing songs,

and those who never stopped mocking us said,

“Sing us one of the songs from Tsiyyon.”

4 How could we sing a song about Yahweh

while we were captive ≈in a foreign country?

5 If I forget about you, Yerushalem,

may my right hand forget how to do anything.

6 Let my tongue stick to my palate if I don’t keep remembering you—

if I don’t ≈prioritise Yerushalem over my ≈favourite pastime.

7 Remember, Yahweh, the day Yerushalem fell,

how the ≈Edomites said,

“Tear it down—tear it down to its foundations.”

8 You daughter of Babylon who will be destroyed—

blessed be the one who repays you for what you did to us.[ref]

9 Blessed be the one who seizes your little ones

and smashes them against the rocks.

↑ 137  At the_rivers_of Bāⱱel there we_sat also we_wept in/on/at/with_remembered_we DOM Tsiyyōn/(Zion).

2 On poplars in/on/at/with_midst_of_her we_hung_up harps_of_our.

3 If/because there asked_us captors_of_our messages_of a_song and_tormentors_of_our gladness sing to/for_us of_songs_of of_Tsiyyōn.

4 How will_we_sing DOM the_song_of YHWH on ground_of foreignness.

5 If forget_you Oh_Yərūshālam/(Jerusalem) may_it_forget right_hand_of_my.

6 May_it_cleave tongue_of_my to_roof_of_mouth_of_my if not remember_you if not I_will_lift_up DOM Yərūshālam/(Jerusalem) above the_chief_of joy_of_my.

7 Remember Oh_YHWH against_sons_of ʼEdōm DOM the_day_of Yərūshālam/(Jerusalem) the_said lay_bare lay_bare to the_foundations in/on/at/with_her.

8 Oh_daughter_of Bāⱱel the_doomed_to_destruction how_blessed who_repays to/for_you(fs) DOM recompense_of_you what_done to/for_us.

9 How_blessed who_seizes and_dashes DOM little_ones_of_your to the_rock.

138:1 A prayer of thankfulness

A Prayer of Thanksgiving; Thanksgiving and Praise

A song by David.

For David; A psalm of David.; Of David.

138 I will thank you, Yahweh, with my whole ≈being.

I’ll sing praises to you in front of the ≈idols.

2 I will bow down toward your sacred temple,

and I’ll thank you for your loyal commitment and for your trustworthiness,

because you’ve made your ≈reputation and your message ≈more important than anything else.

3 ≈When I called out for help, you answered me.

→You ≈gave me strength and made me bold.

4 All the kings of the earth will thank you, Yahweh,

→because they will hear ≈what you’re saying.

5 ≈Yes, they’ll sing about Yahweh’s ways,

because Yahweh’s ≈honour is outstanding,

6 because although Yahweh is up high, yet he can still see the lowly,

and he knows the proud from far off.

7 Even when I’m walking ≈with danger all around me,

you will preserve my life.

You ≈actively oppose the anger of my enemies,

and you save me with your ≈intervention.

8 Yahweh will avenge >them for me.

Your loyal affection continues forever.

You don’t abandon the work ≈that you started.

↑ 138  Of_Dāvid\f + \fr 138:1 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

138.

1\f* give_thanks_you in/on/at/with_all_of heart_of_my before the_gods sing_praise_your.

2 I_will_bow_down to the_temple_of holy_of_your and_give_thanks DOM your(ms)_name on steadfast_love_of_your and_for faithfulness_of_your if/because you_have_made_great over all_of name_of_your message_of_your.

3 In/on_day when_I_called_out and_answered_me increased_me in/on/at/with_soul_of_my strength.

4 Praise_you Oh_YHWH all_of the_kings_of the_earth if/because they_have_heard the_messages_of mouth_of_your.

5 And_sing in/on/at/with_ways_of YHWH if/because is_great the_glory_of YHWH.

6 If/because YHWH is_exalted and_lowly he_sees and_haughty from_afar he_knows.

7 If I_will_walk in/on/at/with_midst_of trouble preserve_life_me on the_anger enemies_of_my\f + \fr 138:7 \ft OSHB note: We read one or more accents in L differently than BHS.

Often this notation indicates a typographical error in BHS.

\f* you_stretch_out hand_of_your and_save_me right_hand_of_your.

8 YHWH he_will_avenge for_me Oh_YHWH love_of_your to_forever the_works_of hands_of_your do_not abandon.

139:1 God’s care and total knowledge

God’s Complete Knowledge and Care; The Inescapable God

One of David’s songs for the choir director.

For the leader: for David: a psalm; For the director of music. Of David. A psalm.; To the leader. Of David. A Psalm.; For the choir director: A psalm of David.

139 Yahweh, you have examined me, and you know >me.

2 You know when I sit down and when I stand up.

≈You understand my thoughts from far away.

3 You’ve ≈watched where I go and where I rest,

≈and you’re familiar with ≈everything I do.

4 Before the words even get to my tongue,

Yahweh, you already know ≈everything that I’m going to say.

5 ≈In front of me and behind me, you surround me

≈to use your power to protect me.

6 That knowledge is too amazing for me.

≈It’s ≈above me and beyond my reach.

7 Where can I go from your spirit?

Where could I run away to—away from your presence?

8 If I ascend up to the heavens, you’re there.

≈If I make my bed in ≈the grave, wow, you’re even there.

9 If I ≈flew up high with the dawning sun

or stayed down in a remote part of the ocean,

10 you’d still be there to lead me with your hand

and ≈you would help me.

11 If I said, “Surely the darkness will cover me,

and the light will become night around me,”

12 even the darkness wouldn’t be dark to you,

and the night would shine like the day.

The darkness is like the light to you.

13 ≈Yes, you created my internal parts—

you put me together inside my mother’s womb.

14 I’ll praise you because ≈it’s incredible how my body is made.

Everything ≈you do is wonderful.

My inner being knows that very well.

15 My bones weren’t hidden from you when I was made in private—

when I was woven together in the depths of the earth.

16 Your eyes saw my unformed body.

All ≈my history was already recorded in your book

even before ≈any of those days had started.

17 Your thoughts are so precious to me, God.

≈They add up to something incredible.

18 If I counted them, there’d be more than the sand grains.

When I wake up, I’m still with you.

19 If only you’d kill the wicked, God.

And you ≈violent men, get away from me

20 because they speak against you ≈due to their evil desires—

your enemies ≈lie about you.

21 Yahweh, I ≈certainly hate those who hate you.

I despise those who ≈rebel against you.

22 I hate them completely—

they’ve become my enemies.

23 Examine me, God, and know my ≈inner feelings.

≈Test me and know my thoughts.

24 See if there is any wicked way in me,

and lead me on the ≈timeless path.

↑ 139  For_the_choir_director of_Dāvid a_song\f + \fr 139:1 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

139.

1\f* Oh_YHWH searched_me and_known.

2 You you_know sit_down_I and_rise_up_I you_understand to_thoughts_of_my from_afar.

3 Path_my and_lying_down_my you_sift and_all ways_of_my you_know_intimately.

4 If/because there_is_not a_message in/on/at/with_tongue_of_my there Oh_YHWH you_know completely_of_it.

5 Back_part and_before hem_in_me and_laid upon_me hand_of_your.

6 is_too_wonderful\f + \fr 139:6 \ft OSHB variant note: פלאיה: (x-qere) ’פְּלִ֣יאָֽה’: lemma_6383 morph_HAafsa id_193jA פְּלִ֣יאָֽה\f* knowledge too_for_me it_is_set_on_high not I_am_able to/for_her/it.

7 Where will_I_go from_spirit_of_your and_where from_presence_of_your will_I_flee.

8 If I_will_ascend heavens are_there you and_make_bed Shəʼōl there_you.

9 I_will_rise_up the_wings_of dawn I_dwell in_end/latter the_sea.

10 Also there hand_of_your lead_me and_hold_me right_hand_of_your.

11 And_say surely darkness cover_me and_night the_light around_me.

12 Also darkness not it_is_too_dark to_you and_night as_the_day it_shines as/like as_the.

13 If/because you you_created inward_parts_of_my knit_together_me in/on/at/with_womb_of mother’s_of_my.

14 Praise_you on if/because awesome I_am_wonderful are_wonderful works_of_your and_soul_of_my is_knowing exceedingly.

15 Not it_was_hidden frame_of_my from_you who I_was_made in/on/at/with_secret I_was_formed in/on/at/with_depths_of the_earth.

16 Formless_of_my eyes_of_your they_saw and_in book_of_your all_of_them they_were_written days which_they_were_ordained and_before\f + \fr 139:16 \ft OSHB variant note: ו/לא: (x-qere) ’וְ/ל֖/וֹ’: lemma_c/l morph_HC/R/Sp3ms id_19xxE וְ/ל֖/וֹ\f* one in/on/at/with_them.

17 And_to_me how they_are_precious thoughts_of_your Oh_god how sum_of_them they_are_vast.

18 Count_them than_sand more I_awoke and_still_I with_you.

19 If you_will_kill Oh_god the_wicked and_men_of blood(s) depart from_me.

20 those_who speak_you with_evil_intent they_lift_up in_the_vain enemies_of_your.

21 Am_not hate_of_you Oh_YHWH do_I_hate and_in/on/at/with_rise_up_against_of_you do_I_feel_loathing.

22 Completeness_of hatred hate_them as_enemies they_have_become to_me.

23 Search_me Oh_god and_know heart_of_my test_me and_know anxious_thoughts_of_my.

24 And_see if a_way_of an_idol in/on/at/with_me and_lead_me in/on/at/with_way_of antiquity.

140:1 A prayer for protection

A Prayer for Protection; Prayer for Deliverance from Enemies

A song by David for the choir director.

To the leader. A Psalm of David.; For the leader: a psalm: for David; For the choir director: A psalm of David.; For the director of music. A psalm of David.

140 Yahweh, rescue me from wicked men.

≈≈Keep me safe from men of violence

2 because they plan evil in their hearts.

They assemble for battles every day.

3 Their sharpen their tongues like #snakes.

≈Vipers’ poison is on their lips.[ref] (Instrumental break.)

4 Keep me from the hands of the wicked, Yahweh;.

≈Protect me from violent men who plan to ≈ruin me.

5 The proud have set a trap for me,

and they’ve spread a net with ropes.

They’ve set traps for me along the path. (Instrumental break.)

6 I said to Yahweh, “You’re my God.

Yahweh, ≈listen to my cries for mercy.”

7 Yahweh, my master, you’re the ≈strong one who can save me.

You ≈protect my head ≈during the battle.

8 Yahweh, don’t ≈let the wicked get what they want.

Don’t ≈allow their evil plans to succeed, or let them attack. (Instrumental break.)

9 Those who surround me raise their heads.

Let the mischief from their own lips ≈bounce back on them.

10 Let burning coals fall on them.

≈Throw them into the fire or into muddy pits.

→Never again will they ≈try to attack.

11 May no ≈agitator become established in the land.

≈May evil speedily hunt down the man ≈planning violence.

12 I know that Yahweh will act with favour for the poor

≈and with justice to the needy.

13 Surely the ≈godly >people will praise your name.

The upright will live peaceably ≈in your presence.

↑ 140  For_the_choir_director a_song of_Dāvid.

2 \f + \fr 140:2 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

140.

1\f* rescue_me Oh_YHWH from_humankind evil from_man violence(s) preserve_me.

3 \f + \fr 140:3 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

140.

2\f* who they_plan evil_things in/on/at/with_hearts every_of day they_stir_up_trouble wars.

4 \f + \fr 140:4 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

140.

3\f* they_sharpen tongues_of_their like a_snake the_venom_of a_viper is_under lips_of_their Şelāh.

5 \f + \fr 140:5 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

140.

4\f* protect_me Oh_YHWH from_hands_of the_wicked from_man violence(s) preserve_me who they_have_planned to_make_stumble feet_of_my.

6 \f + \fr 140:6 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

140.

5\f* they_have_hidden proud_people a_trap to_me and_cords they_have_spread a_net by_side_of a_track snares they_have_set to_me Şelāh.

7 \f + \fr 140:7 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

140.

6\f* I_say to/for_YHWH god_of_my you give_ear Oh_YHWH the_sound_of supplications_of_my.

8 \f + \fr 140:8 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

140.

7\f* Oh_YHWH my_master the_strength_of salvation_of_my you_cover over_head_of_my in/on_day weaponry.

9 \f + \fr 140:9 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

140.

8\f* do_not grant Oh_YHWH the_desires_of the_wicked evil_plot_of_their do_not cause_to_accomplish they_will_arise Şelāh.

10 \f + \fr 140:10 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

140.

9\f* the_head_of surround_of_me the_mischief_of lips_of_their overwhelm_them\f + \fr 140:10 \ft OSHB variant note: יכסו/מו: (x-qere) ’יְכַסֵּֽ/מוֹ’: lemma_3680 n_0 morph_HVpj3ms/Sp3mp id_19RZH יְכַסֵּֽ/מוֹ\f*.

\f + \fr 140:10 \ft OSHB note: We read one or more consonants in L differently from BHS.

\f* 11 \f + \fr 140:11 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

140.

10\f* may_they_be_dropped\f + \fr 140:11 \ft OSHB variant note: ימיטו: (x-qere) ’יִמּ֥וֹטוּ’: lemma_4131 morph_HVNi3mp id_19J2t יִמּ֥וֹטוּ\f* on_them burning_coals in/on/at/with_fire thrown_them in/on/at/with_miry_pits not let_them_arise.

12 \f + \fr 140:12 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

140.

11\f* a_person_of tongue not let_him_be_established on_the_earth a_person_of violence trouble hunt_down_him in_thrusts.

13 \f + \fr 140:13 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

140.

12\f* I_know\f + \fr 140:13 \ft OSHB variant note: ידעת: (x-qere) ’יָדַ֗עְתִּי’: lemma_3045 n_1.

1 morph_HVqp1cs id_19cRk יָדַ֗עְתִּי\f* if/because_that he_will_do YHWH the_cause_of the_poor the_justice_of needy_people.

14 \f + \fr 140:14 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

140.

13\f* surely righteous_people they_will_give_thanks to_name_of_your they_will_dwell upright_people with presence_of_your.

141:1 Accepting correction

Prayer for Preservation from Evil; An Evening Prayer

A song by David.

A psalm: for David; A psalm of David.; A Psalm of David.

141 Yahweh, I called out to you. Come quickly to me.

≈≈Listen to my voice when I call to you.

2 May my prayer rise to your face like incense.[ref]

≈May my lifted hands be like the evening sacrifice.

3 Yahweh, place a guard over my mouth.

≈Guard the door which is my lips.

4 Don’t let my heart bend toward any evil thing

≈or participate in sinful activities

with men who behave wickedly.

May I not eat any of their delicacies.

5 Let a righteous person hit me—it would be a kindness.

≈Let them correct me—it will be soothing like ≈lotion on my head.

≈Help me not to be defiant,

because my prayer is always against ≈those who do wicked things.

6 When their rulers are thrown down from the cliffs,

?@the people will listen to my words because they’re pleasant.

7 Like when someone ploughs and breaks up the ground,

so our bones have been scattered at the ≈entrance to the grave.

8 My eyes are on you, Yahweh, my master.

≈You’re my place of protection—don’t abandon my life.

9 Keep me from the trap that they’ve laid for me—

from the ≈nets of those who do evil.

10 Let the wicked fall into their own nets

while I escape.

↑ 141  A_song of_Dāvid\f + \fr 141:1 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

141.

1\f* Oh_YHWH call_on_you hasten to/for_me give_ear my_sound/voice in/on/at/with_call_I to/for_you(fs).

2 May_it_be_established prayer_of_my incense to_your_face the_raising_of hands_of_my an_offering_of evening.

3 Set Oh_YHWH a_guard over_mouth_of_my keep_watch over the_door_of lips_of_my.

4 Do_not incline heart_of_my to_thing evil to_practice practices in/on/at/with_wicked with people who_do_of (of)_wickedness and_not I_will_eat in/on/at/with_delicacies_of_their.

5 Strike_me a_righteous_person loyalty and_rebuke_me oil_of head not my_head let_it_refuse if/because still and_prayer_of_my in/on/at/with_wicked_deeds_of_their.

6 They_have_been_thrown_down in/on/at/with_sides_of a_rock judges_of_their and_learn messages_of_my if/because_that they_are_pleasant.

7 Like one_who_plows and_breaks_up on_the_earth bones_of_our they_have_been_scattered at_mouth_of Shəʼōl.

8 If/because toward_you Oh_YHWH my_master eyes_of_my in/on/at/with_you I_take_refuge do_not pour_out soul_of_my.

9 Keep_me from_grasp_of the_trap which_they_have_laid to_me and_snares_of those_who_do_of (of)_wickedness.

10 Let_them_fall in/on/at/with_nets_of_their_own wicked_people together I until I_will_pass_by.

142:1 A prayer for protection

Prayer for Deliverance from Persecutors; A Prayer for Help

A song[fn] and prayer of David when he was hiding in a cave.

A Maskil of David. When he was in the cave. A Prayer.; A maskil of David. When he was in the cave. A prayer.; A maskil: for David (when he was in the cave): a prayer; A psalm of David, regarding his experience in the cave. A prayer.

142 I cry out to Yahweh with my voice.

≈With my voice I plead to Yahweh for &his favour.

2 I pour out my sorrows to him.

≈I declare my troubles in front of him.

3 When my spirit is weak within me, you yourself know my path.

They’ve hidden a trap for me along the path that I walk.

4 I look ≈around and see ≈that no one takes any notice of me.

≈There’s no safe place for me to escape to

and there’s no one who cares for my ≈life.

5 I called out to you for help, Yahweh.

I said that you’re my ≈protection—

my portion in the land of the living.

6 Listen to my cries for help because I’ve been ≈driven into a bad situation.

≈Rescue me from my pursuers because they’re stronger than I am.

7 Bring my life out of prison in order to praise your name.

The ≈godly >people will gather around me because you’ve been good to me.

↑ 142  A_poem of_Dāvid in/on/at/with_was_he in/on/at/with_cave a_prayer.

2 \f + \fr 142:2 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

142.

1\f* my_sound/voice to YHWH I_cry_out my_sound/voice to YHWH I_seek_favour.

3 \f + \fr 142:3 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

142.

2\f* I_pour_out to/for_before_of_him complaint_of_my trouble_of_my before_face/front_him I_tell.

4 \f + \fr 142:4 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

142.

3\f* in/on/at/with_faints within_me my_breath/wind/spirit and_you(ms) you_know way_of_my in/on/at/with_path which I_walk people_have_hidden a_snare to_me.

5 \f + \fr 142:5 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

142.

4\f* look right and_see and_no to_me one_who_pays_regard a_place_of_escape it_has_been_lost for_me there_is_not one_who_cares for_soul_of_my.

6 \f + \fr 142:6 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

142.

5\f* I_cry_out to_you Oh_YHWH I_say you refuge_of_my portion_of_my in_land the_life.

7 \f + \fr 142:7 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

142.

6\f* listen to cry_of_my if/because I_have_become_low exceedingly deliver_me from_persecutors_of_my if/because they_are_too_strong too_for_me.

8 \f + \fr 142:8 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

142.

7\f* bring out_of_prison soul_of_my so_that_give_thanks DOM your(ms)_name in/on/at/with_me they_will_surround righteous_people if/because you_deal_bountifully with_me.

143:1 A prayer to be rescued

Prayer for Deliverance from Enemies; A Prayer for Help

A song by David.

A psalm: for David; A psalm of David.; A Psalm of David.

143 Hear my prayer, Yahweh—listen to my requests.

On account of your faithfulness, answer me in your righteousness.

2 Don’t judge me, your servant,

because no living person is innocent anyway.[ref]

3 The enemy has pursued my ≈life.

He’s smashed ≈me into the ground.

He’s forced me to live in darkness like those who’ve been dead a long time.

4 My spirit is getting weaker.

≈My mind is full of despair.

5 I remember the good old days.

I meditate about ≈your activities.

≈I consider all ≈the things you’ve done.

6 I spread my hands out towards you.

≈I long for you like a thirsty person longs for water in the desert. (Instrumental break.)

7 Answer me quickly, Yahweh, because my spirit is weak.

Don’t hide yourself from me or I’ll become like those going down into the pit.

8 Every morning I want to hear about your loyal commitment

because I’ve put my trust in you.

Show me the way I should go

because I’ve ≈committed my life to you.

9 Rescue me from my enemies, Yahweh—

I ≈trust you as my protector.

10 Teach me to do ≈what you like

because you’re my God.

May your good spirit lead me

out of the valley onto level ground.

11 Yahweh, keep me alive for the sake of your ≈reputation.

Rescue me from trouble because you always ≈do what is right.

12 ≈Apply your loyal commitment and cut off my enemies.

Destroy all those threatening my life, because I’m your servant.

↑ 143  A_song of_Dāvid\f + \fr 143:1 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

143.

1\f* Oh_YHWH hear prayer_of_my listen to supplications_of_my in/on/at/with_faithfulness_of_your answer_me in/on/at/with_righteousness_of_your.

2 And_not go in/on/at/with_judgement with servant_of_your if/because not he_is_righteous to_your_face any_of living_person.

3 If/because he_has_pursued an_enemy soul_of_my he_has_crushed to_the_ground life_of_my dwell_me in/on/at/with_darkness like_dead_of antiquity.

4 And_grows_faint within_me my_breath/wind/spirit in/on/at/with_within_of_me heart_of_my it_is_appalled.

5 I_have_remembered days from_east I_have_muttered in/on/at/with_all_of doings_of_your in/on/at/with_work_of hands_of_your I_meditate.

6 I_have_spread_out hands_of_my to_you soul_of_my like_land exhausted to/for_yourself(m) Şelāh.

7 Hurry answer_me Oh_YHWH my_breath/wind/spirit it_is_exhausted do_not hide face_of_your from_me and_like with those_who_go_down_of the_pit.

8 Hear_me in/on/at/with_morning steadfast_love_of_your if/because in_you(ms) I_have_trusted teach_me the_way which I_will_go if/because to_you I_lift_up soul_of_my.

9 Deliver_me from_enemies_of_my Oh_YHWH in_you I_have_covered.

10 Teach_me to_do will_of_your if/because you god_of_my spirit_of_your good lead_me in_land level_ground.

11 For_the_sake_of name’s_of_your Oh_YHWH preserve_life_my in/on/at/with_righteousness_of_your you_will_bring_out out_of_trouble soul_of_my.

12 And_in/on/at/with_steadfast_love_of_your you_will_destroy enemies_of_my and_destroy all_of the_foes_of soul_of_my if/because I servant_of_your.

144:1 The thanking due to victory

A King Thanks God for Victory; Prayer for National Deliverance and Security

A song by David.

For David; A psalm of David.; Of David.

144 Blessed be Yahweh, my ≈stable base,

who trains my hands for war

≈and my fingers for battle.

2 You’re my fortress and ≈show your loyal commitment to me.

≡You’re my high tower and the one who rescues me,

my shield and the one ≈I trust for my protection—

the one who subdues other nations under me.

3 Yahweh, what’s humankind that you take notice of them?

Why do you even consider ≈humanity?[ref]

4 People are like a ≈puff of air—

≈here one minute and gone the next.

5 Yahweh, cause your sky to bend over and come down.

Touch the mountains and make them ≈active.

6 Flash your lightning and scatter @your enemies.

Send your arrows and drive them away.

7 Reach your hand down from above.

Save me and rescue me from the surging waters—

away from ≈being controlled by foreigners

8 ≈who always tell lies,

≈even when they promise to tell the truth.

9 I will sing a new song to you, God.

I’ll play the ten-stringed instrument for you

10 who ≈saves kings from their enemies—

the one who rescued his servant David from a ≈deadly sword.

11 Rescue me from ≈being controlled by foreigners

≈who always tell lies,

≈even when they promise to tell the truth.

12 May our sons be like plants that grow large ≈even when they’re still young

and our daughters ≡grow like carved corner pillars in a palace.

13 May our storehouses be full with every kind of produce,

and may the sheep in our fields produce thousands, even tens of thousands.

14 May our oxen have many young.

No one will break through, no one will go out,

and no one will cry in our streets.

15 The people that that happens to are blessed.

Blessed are the people for whom Yahweh is #their God.

↑ 144  Of_Dāvid\f + \fr 144:1 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

144.

1\f* YHWH be_blessed rock_of_my hands_of_my the_trains for_THE_war fingers_of_my for_the_battle.

2 Faithful_love_of_my and_fortress_of_my stronghold_of_my and_deliverer_of_my to_me shield_of_my and_in/on/at/with_whom I_take_refuge the_subdues peoples_of_my under_me.

3 Oh_YHWH what is_humankind and_care_for_him a_child_of humankind and_think_of_him.

4 Humankind to_a_breath he_is_like his/its_days like_shadow passing.

5 Oh_YHWH bend_down heavens_of_your and_come_down touch in/on/at/with_mountains and_smoke.

6 Flash lightning and_scatter_them send arrows_of_your and_rout_them.

7 Stretch_out hand_of_your from_on_high rescue_me and_deliver_me from_waters many from_hand_of sons_of foreignness.

8 Who mouths_of_them it_speaks falsehood and_right_hand_of_whose is_a_right_hand_of deception.

9 Oh_god a_song new I_will_sing to_you in/on/at/with_harp_of ten I_will_make_music to_you.

10 The_gives deliverance to_the_kings the_rescues DOM Dāvid servant_of_his from_sword evil.

11 Rescue_me and_deliver_me from_hand_of sons_of foreignness who mouths_of_them it_speaks falsehood and_right_hands_of_whose is_a_right_hand_of deception.

12 That sons_of_our like_plants full_grown in/on/at/with_youth_of_their daughters_of_our like_corner_pillars carved the_structure_of a_palace.

13 Barns_of_our will_be_full providing of_kind to kind sheep_of_our will_be_producing_thousands increasing_ten_thousandfold in/on/at/with_fields_of_our.

14 Cattle_of_our will_be_loaded there_will_not_be a_breach and_no abortion and_no an_outcry in/on/at/with_streets_of_our.

15 How_blessed the_people who_such for_him/it how_blessed the_people whose_LORD his/its_god.

145:1 A praise song

A Hymn of Praise; The Greatness and the Goodness of God

A praise song by David.

Praise. Of David.; A psalm of praise. Of David.; A psalm of praise of David.; A psalm of praise: for David

א (Alef)

145 I will ≈highly commend you, my God, the King.

I will praise your name ^without ending.

ב (Beyt)

2 Every day I’ll make sure to bless you.

I will praise your name forever and ever.

ג (Gimel)

3 Yahweh is great and ≈deserving of a lot of praise—

≈We can’t fully comprehend his greatness.

ד (Dalet)

4 Generation to generation will celebrate because of ≈what you’ve done

and they’ll ≈tell others about your powerful actions.

ה (He)

5 I’ll meditate on ≈your incredible splendour and honour

≈as well as all ≈the marvellous things that you’ve done.

ו (Vav)

6 They’ll tell ≈about how your awesome actions show your power,

and I’ll speak about your greatness.

ז (Zayin)

7 They’ll remember the fame of your extravagant goodness,

and they’ll happily sing about your righteousness.

ח (Het)

8 Yahweh is gracious and merciful,

slow to anger and ≈frequently displaying his loyal commitment.

ט (Tet)

9 Yahweh is good to everyone,

and ≈desires the best for everything he made.

י (Yod)

10 Everyone you’ve made will give thanks to you, Yahweh.

Your faithful supporters will bless you.

כ (Kaf)

11 They’ll tell about the splendour of your kingdom,

and they’ll speak about of your power,

ל (Lamed)

12 making his powerful actions known to humanity’s children,

along with the incredible splendour of his kingdom.

מ (Mem)

נ (Nun)

13 Your kingdom ≈will continue forever,

and ≈you’ll rule generation after generation.

ס (Samek)

14 Yahweh supports all those who are falling

and raises up all those who are bent over ?under heavy loads.

ע (Ayin)

15 ≈Everyone and everything’s eyes are watching out for you.

You give them their food at the proper time.

פ (Pe)

16 You open your hand

and satisfy the desire of every living >thing.

צ (Tsade)

17 Yahweh is righteous in all his ways

and shows kindness in everything he does.

ק (Qof)

18 Yahweh is near to all who call to him—

to all who ≈sincerity request his help.

ר (Resh)

19 For those who ≈strive to obey him, he does ≈what they desire,

and he hears their ≈call for help and saves them.

ש (Sin/Shin)

20 Yahweh protects all those who love him,

≈but he’ll destroy all the wicked.

ת (Tav)

21 My mouth speaks the praise of Yahweh.

Let ≈everybody bless his holy name forever and ever.

↑ 145  Praise of_Dāvid\f + \fr 145:1 \ft Note: KJB: Ps.

145.

1\f* exalt_you god_of_my the_king and_I_will_bless name_of_your for_ever and_ever.

2 In_all day bless_you and_praise name_of_your for_ever and_ever.

3 is_great YHWH and_praised exceedingly and_to_greatness_of_his there_is_not searching.

4 Generation to_generation it_will_extol works_of_your and_mighty_acts_of_your they_will_declare.

5 The_majesty_of the_glory_of majesty_of_your and_works_of wonderful_of_your I_will_meditate_on.

6 And_power_of awesome_of_your they_will_tell and_greatness_of_your\f + \fr 145:6 \ft OSHB variant note: ו/גדולתי/ך: (x-qere) ’וּ/גְדוּלָּתְ/ךָ֥’: lemma_c/1420 morph_HC/Ncfsc/Sp2ms id_19QvT וּ/גְדוּלָּתְ/ךָ֥\f* declare.

7 The_remembrance_of the_greatness_of goodness_of_your they_will_pour_forth and_righteousness_of_your they_will_shout_for_joy.

8 is_gracious and_compassionate YHWH long_of anger(s) and_great_of covenant_loyalty.

9 is_good YHWH to_the_all and_compassion_of_his are_on all_of made_of_he.

10 Give_thanks_you Oh_YHWH all_of works_of_your and_faithful_of_your bless_you.

11 The_glory_of kingdom_of_your they_will_tell and_power_of_your they_will_speak.

12 To_known to_children_of the_humankind mighty_acts_of_his and_glorious_of the_majesty_of his/its_kingdom.

13 kingdom_of_your is_a_kingdom_of all_of perpetuity and_dominion_of_your in_all generation and_generation.

14 YHWH is_sustaining to/from_all/each/any/every the_fall and_raises_up to/from_all/each/any/every the_bowed_down.

15 The_eyes_of all to_you they_hope and_you(ms) are_giving to/for_them DOM food_of_their in/on/at/with_proper_time_of_him.

16 you_are_opening DOM hand_of_your and_satisfy to/from_all/each/any/every living_thing desire.

17 is_righteous YHWH in_all ways_of_his and_kind in_all works_of_his.

18 is_near YHWH to/from_all/each/any/every call_on_of_him to_all/each/any/every those_who call_on_him in/on/at/with_truth.

19 The_desire_of fear_of_him he_brings_about and_DOM cry_of_their he_hears and_saves_them.

20 YHWH is_protecting DOM all_of love_of_him and_DOM all_of the_wicked he_will_destroy.

21 The_praise_of YHWH it_will_speak mouth_of_my and_ all_of _bless flesh the_name_of holy_of_his for_ever and_ever.

146:1 Praise Yahweh the liberator

Praise for God’s Help; In Praise of God the Savior

146 Praise Yah.

≈I’ll praise Yahweh ≈with my whole being.

2 I’ll praise Yahweh with my life.

≈I’ll sing praises to my God as long as I live.

3 Don’t trust in ≈politicians

≈or in people—≈none of them can save you.

4 When #their breath ceases, #they return to the ground—

all #their plans ≈come to an end at that time.

5 Blessed are the #people who have Yacob’s God ≈to help #them—

whose hope is in #their God Yahweh:

6 He’s the one who made the heavens and earth, the sea, and all that is in them.

He’s the one who ≈remains faithful forever.[ref]

7 He’s the one who ≈executes justice for the oppressed.

He’s the one who gives ≈food to the hungry.

Yahweh liberates the prisoners.

8 Yahweh opens the eyes of the blind.

Yahweh ≈straightens up those who are bowed down under heavy loads.

Yahweh loves those who ≈do what is right.

9 Yahweh guards the refugees.

He sustains #orphans and widows,

≈but he subverts the ≈plans of the wicked.

10 Yahweh reigns forever.

Tsiyyon (Zion), your God reigns ≈throughout the generations.

Praise Yahweh.

↑ 146  Praise Yah praise soul_of_my DOM YHWH.

2 I_will_praise YHWH in/on/at/with_live_of_I I_will_sing_praises to_god_of_my in/on/at/with_as_long_as_I.

3 Do_not trust in/on/at/with_princes in/on/at/with_son_of humankind whom_there_is_no to_him/it deliverance.

4 his/its_breath/wind/spirit It_will_go_out he_will_return to_earth_of_his in_the_day (the)_that plans_of_his they_have_perished.

5 How_blessed he_god_of Yaˊₐqoⱱ/(Jacob) in/on/at/with_help_of_whose hope_of_whose is_on YHWH his/its_god.

6 who_made heaven and_earth DOM the_sea and_DOM all_of that in/on/at/with_them the_keeps faithfulness to_forever.

7 who_does justice for_the_oppressed who_gives food to_the_hungry YHWH is_setting_free prisoners.

8 YHWH is_opening blind_people YHWH is_raising_up those_who_are_bowed_down YHWH is_loving righteous_people.

9 YHWH is_watching_over DOM sojourners the_fatherless and_widow he_helps_up and_way_of wicked_people he_makes_crooked.

10 YHWH He_will_reign to_forever god_of_your Oh_Tsiyyōn/(Zion) for_generation and_generation praise Yah.

147:1 Praise Yahweh who’s in control

Praise for God’s Care for Jerusalem; In Praise of God the Almighty

147 Praise Yahweh.

How good it is to sing praises to our God,

≈How pleasant and suitable is a praise song.

2 Yahweh builds up Yerushalem (Jerusalem),

He gathers the Israelis ≈who were taken to other countries.

3 He heals those who are broken-hearted

and ≈bandages their wounds.

4 He counts the stars—

he calls all of them ≈by name.

5 Our master is ≈wonderful and ≈very powerful.

His understanding is ≈unlimited.

6 Yahweh ≈helps the oppressed up.

He brings down the wicked to the ground.

7 Sing to Yahweh with thanksgiving.

≈Make music for our God with a harp.

8 He’s the one who covers the skies with clouds.

≈He’s the one who prepares rain for the earth.

He’s the one who makes the mountains sprout with grass.

9 He gives food to the animals

≈and to the ravens’ ≈chicks when they ≈squawk.

10 He doesn’t delight in the strength of a horse,

≈He doesn’t enjoy a man’s legs.

11 Yahweh enjoys those who fear him—

those who ≈know to expect his loyal commitment.

12 ≈Tell about Yahweh’s greatness, Yerushalem.

≈Praise your God, Tsiyyon,

13 because he strengthens the locking bars on your gates.

He blesses your children there ≈in the city.

14 He give peace on your borders.

He satisfies you with ≈excellent grain.

15 He sends out his command to the soil,

≈His message ≈travels quickly.

16 He makes the snow coat the ground like wool on a sheep.

≈He scatters the frost across the countryside like people scatter ashes.

17 He sends out his hail like crumbs brushed off a table.

Who can stand before his cold?

18 He sends out his command and melts them.

≈He makes his wind blow, and the waters flow.

19 He declared his message to Yakob (Jacob)—

≈his instructions and his regulations for Yisrael.

20 He hasn’t done that for any other country,

≈and as for his instructions, they don’t know them.

Praise Yahweh.

↑ 147  Praise Yah if/because is_good to_sing_praises_to god_of_our if/because is_pleasant is_suitable praise.

2 is_building_of (of)_Yərūshālam/(Jerusalem) YHWH the_banished_ones_of Yisrā^ʼēl/(Israel) he_gathers.

3 The_heals to_ones_being_broken_of heart and_binds_up to_wounds_of_their.

4 he_is_counting the_number of_the_stars to/for_all_them names he_calls.

5 is_great master_of_our and_abundant_of power to_understanding_of_his there_is_not a_number.

6 is_helping_up humble_people YHWH he_is_bringing_low wicked_people to the_ground.

7 Sing to/for_YHWH in/on/at/with_thanksgiving make_music to_god_of_our in/on/at/with_lyre.

8 The_covers the_heavens in/on/at/with_clouds the_prepares for_the_earth rain the_grow mountains grass.

9 he_is_giving to_animals food_of_their to_young_of a_raven which they_call_out.

10 Not in/on/at/with_strength_of the_horse he_delights not in/on/at/with_legs_of the_man he_takes_pleasure.

11 is_taking_pleasure_in YHWH DOM fear_of_him DOM the_hope in_steadfast_love_of_his.

12 Extol Oh_Yərūshālam/(Jerusalem) DOM YHWH praise god_of_your Oh_Tsiyyōn/(Zion).

13 If/because he_has_strengthened the_bars_of gates_of_your he_has_blessed children_of_your in/on/at/with_within_of_you.

14 The_makes borders_of_your peace the_best_of wheat(s) satisfies_you.

15 The_sends_out command_of_his the_earth to quickly message_of_his it_runs.

16 The_gives snow like_the_wool hoar-frost like_the_ashes he_scatters.

17 the_one_who_throws hail_of_his like_crumbs to_(the)_face_of/in_front_of/before cold_of_his who will_he_stand.

18 He_sends message_of_his and_melts_them he_makes_blow his/its_breath/wind/spirit they_flow waters.

19 the_one_who_declares message_of_his\f + \fr 147:19 \ft OSHB variant note: דבר/ו: (x-qere) ’דְּבָרָ֣י/ו’: lemma_1697 morph_HNcmpc/Sp3ms id_19DMw דְּבָרָ֣י/ו\f* to_Yaˊₐqoⱱ/(Jacob) regulations_of_his and_ordinances_of_his to_Yisrā^ʼēl/(Israel).

20 Not he_has_done thus to/from_all/each/any/every nation and_ordinances not know_his praise Yah.

148:1 Praise Yahweh everyone

A Call for the Universe to Praise God; Praise for God’s Universal Glory

148 Praise Yahweh.

Praise Yahweh from the skies.

≈Praise him in the heights.

2 Praise him, all his messengers.

≈Praise him, all his armies.

3 Praise him, sun and moon.

≈Praise him, all you shining stars.

4 Praise him, highest heavens

≈and the waters that are above the heavens.[ref]

5 Let them praise Yahweh’s name,

because he ≈gave the command and then they were created.[ref]

6 He has established them forever and ever.

He made a decree and it won’t ever ≈become invalid.

7 Praise Yahweh from the earth,

≈you sea monsters and all ocean depths,

8 fire and hail, snow and clouds,

stormy winds doing ≈what he commanded.

9 The mountains and all the hills,

the fruit trees and all the cedars,

10 both wild and all the domestic animals,

reptiles and winged birds.

11 Kings ≈across the world and all the peoples,

princes and all judges ≈across the world,

12 young men and also young women,

the elderly along with the children,

13 let them all praise Yahweh’s name,

because his name alone is ≈famous.

His ≈splendour extends over the earth and in the heavens.

14 He has ≈increased his people’s military strength.

Praise from all his faithful ones—

from the children of Yisrael—the people near to him.

Praise Yahweh.

↑ 148  Praise Yah praise DOM YHWH from the_heavens praise_him in/on/at/with_heights.

2 Praise_him Oh_all_of messengers_of_his praise_him Oh_all_of hosts_of_his\f + \fr 148:2 \ft OSHB variant note: צבא/ו: (x-qere) ’צְבָאָֽי/ו’: lemma_6635 a n_0 morph_HNcbpc/Sp3ms id_19Hac צְבָאָֽי/ו\f*.