Psalms 57
1 For the choirmaster. To the tune “Do Not Destroy.” A Miktam of David, when he fled from Saul into the cave.
2 Be gracious to me, O God, be gracious to me, for in you my soul takes refuge. In the shadow of your wings I take refuge until destruction passes by.
3 I cry out to God Most High, to God who accomplishes everything for me.
4 He will send from heaven and save me; he will put to shame the one who pursues me. Selah. God will send his steadfast love and his faithfulness.
5 My soul is among lions; I lie down among people who devour like fire. Their teeth are spears and arrows, and their tongue is a sharp sword.
6 Be exalted above the heavens, O God; let your glory be over all the earth.
7 They set a net for my steps; my soul was bowed down. They dug a pit before me and fell into it. Selah.
8 My heart is steadfast, O God, my heart is steadfast; I will sing and make music.
9 Awake, my glory; awake, harp and lyre. I will awaken the dawn.
10 I will praise you among the peoples, Lord; I will sing to you among the nations.
11 For your steadfast love is great up to the heavens, and your faithfulness up to the clouds.
12 Be exalted above the heavens, O God; let your glory be over all the earth.
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