Psalm 57

1 Be merciful to me, God, be merciful to me, For my soul takes refuge in you. Yes, in the shadow of your wings, I will take refuge, Until disaster has passed.WEB — Psalm 57:1

2 I cry out to God Most High, To God who accomplishes my requests for me.WEB — Psalm 57:2

3 He will send from heaven, and save me, He rebukes the one who is pursuing me. Selah. God will send out his lovingkindness and his truth.WEB — Psalm 57:3

4 My soul is among lions. I lie among those who are set on fire, Even the sons of men, whose teeth are spears and arrows, And their tongue a sharp sword.WEB — Psalm 57:4

5 Be exalted, God, above the heavens! Let your glory be above all the earth!WEB — Psalm 57:5

6 They have prepared a net for my steps. My soul is bowed down. They dig a pit before me. They fall into the midst of it themselves. Selah.WEB — Psalm 57:6

7 My heart is steadfast, God, my heart is steadfast. I will sing, yes, I will sing praises.WEB — Psalm 57:7

8 Wake up, my glory! Wake up, psaltery and harp! I will wake up the dawn.WEB — Psalm 57:8

9 I will give thanks to you, Lord, among the peoples. I will sing praises to you among the nations.WEB — Psalm 57:9

10 For your great lovingkindness reaches to the heavens, And your truth to the skies.WEB — Psalm 57:10

11 Be exalted, God, above the heavens. Let your glory be over all the earth. Psalm 58 For the Chief Musician. To the tune of “Do Not Destroy.” A poem by David.WEB — Psalm 57:11