1 Rescue me from evil people, O Lord.
2 They plan evil things in their hearts.
3 They make their tongues as sharp as a snake’s ⌞fang⌟.
4 Protect me from the hands of wicked people, O Lord.
5 Arrogant people have laid a trap for me.
6 I said to the Lord, “You are my God.”
7 O Lord Almighty, the strong one who saves me,
8 O Lord, do not give wicked people what they want.
9 Let the heads of those who surround me
10 Let burning coals fall on them.
11 Do not let slanderers prosper on earth.
12 I know that the Lord will defend the rights of those who are oppressed
13 Indeed, righteous people will give thanks to your name.