1. DELIVER ME from my enemies, O my God; defend and protect me from those who rise up against me.
2. Deliver me from and lift me above those who work evil and save me from bloodthirsty men.
3. For, behold, they lie in wait for my life; fierce and mighty men are banding together against me, not for my transgression nor for any sin of mine, O Lord.
4. They run and prepare themselves, though there is no fault in me; rouse Yourself [O Lord] to meet and help me, and see!
5. You, O Lord God of hosts, the God of Israel, arise to visit all the nations; spare none and be not merciful to any who treacherously plot evil. Selah [pause, and calmly think of that]!
6. They return at evening, they howl and snarl like dogs, and go [prowling] about the city.
7. Behold, they belch out [insults] with their mouths; swords [of sarcasm, ridicule, slander, and lies] are in their lips, for who, they think, hears us?
8. But You, O Lord, will laugh at them [in scorn]; You will hold all the nations in derision.
9. O my Strength, I will watch and give heed to You and sing praises; for God is my Defense (my Protector and High Tower).
10. My God in His mercy and steadfast love will meet me; God will let me look [triumphantly] on my enemies (those who lie in wait for me).