Psalms 57 — parallel

57:1

Be merciful to me, God, be merciful to me,

For the choirmaster. To the tune of “Do Not Destroy.” of David, when he fled from Saul into the cave. Have 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.

57:2

I cry out to God Most High,

I cry out to God , to God who fulfills His purpose for me.

57:3

He will send from heaven, and save me,

He reaches down from heaven and saves me; He rebukes those who trample me. Selah God sends forth His loving devotion and His truth.

57:4

My soul is amongst lions.

My soul is among the lions; I lie down with ravenous beasts—with men whose teeth are spears and arrows, whose tongues are sharp swords.

57:5

Be exalted, God, above the heavens!

Be exalted, O God, above the heavens; may Your glory cover all the earth.

57:6

They have prepared a net for my steps.

They spread a net for my feet; my soul was despondent. They dug a pit before me, but they themselves have fallen into it! Selah

57:7

My heart is steadfast, God.

My heart is steadfast, O God, my heart is steadfast. I will sing and make music.

57:8

Wake up, my glory! Wake up, lute and harp!

Awake, ! Awake, O harp and lyre! I will awaken the dawn.

57:9

I will give thanks to you, Lord, amongst the peoples.

I will praise You, O Lord, among the nations; I will sing Your praises among the peoples.

57:10

For your great loving kindness reaches to the heavens,

For Your loving devotion reaches to the heavens, and Your faithfulness to the clouds.

57:11

Be exalted, God, above the heavens.

Be exalted, O God, above the heavens; may Your glory cover all the earth.