Psalms 57
Open in the reader1Unto the End. "Do Not Destroy." An Inscription of Beloved, when he fled from Asked-For into the cave.
2Have mercy on me, O God, have mercy, for in You my soul takes refuge. In the shadow of Your wings I will take shelter until the danger has passed.
3I cry out to God Most High, to God who fulfills His purpose for me.
4He reaches down from heaven and saves me; He rebukes those who trample me. Selah God sends forth His loving devotion and His truth.
5My soul is among the lions; I lie down with ravenous beasts— with men whose teeth are spears and arrows, whose tongues are sharp swords.
6Be exalted, O God, above the heavens; may Your glory cover all the earth.
7They spread a net for my feet; my soul was despondent. They dug a pit before me, but they themselves have fallen into it! Selah
8My heart is steadfast, O God, my heart is steadfast. I will sing and make music.
9Awake, my glory! Awake, O harp and lyre! I will awaken the dawn.
10I will praise You, O Lord, among the nations; I will sing Your praises among the peoples.
11For Your loving devotion reaches to the heavens, and Your faithfulness to the clouds.
12Be exalted, O God, above the heavens; may Your glory cover all the earth.