3. You are the creator of all things and the just master who rules over all. You judge those who act with violence and arrogance.
4. You destroyed those who did evil in the past, even giants. The giants trusted in their bodily strength and boldness, but you destroyed them in a great flood.
5. The people of Sodom acted arrogantly and were notorious for their wicked deeds. You destroyed them with fire and sulfur, making them an example to others for all time.
6. When the arrogant ruler of Egypt enslaved your holy people Israel, you tested him with many, varied punishments. You made your power known; indeed, you made known your great strength.
7. When the ruler of Egypt pursued Israel with chariots and a multitude of people, you overwhelmed him with the depth of the sea. But those who trusted in you, the one who holds power over all creation—these people you brought safely through the sea.
8. And when they saw your powerful work, they praised you, the almighty.
9. “Although you, King, created the whole wide earth, you chose this city and set this place apart for your name, though you don’t need anything. You made it wonderful, giving it a splendid appearance, and established its order for the reputation of your great and honored name.
10. Because you love the house of Israel, you promised that you would hear our prayer if we came to this holy place and prayed whenever we experienced a setback or were overwhelmed with distress.
11. Indeed, you are faithful and true.
12. Whenever our ancestors were hard-pressed or humiliated, you helped them and rescued them from great hardships.
13. See now, Holy King, how we are being afflicted and have been subjected to our enemies and are weakened to the point of helplessness because of our many and great sins.
14. But in the midst of our calamity this arrogant and unholy man is determined to insult the holy place dedicated on earth to your glorious name.
15. For human beings can’t enter your dwelling place, the heaven of heavens.