1. The king is glad, O Lord, because you gave him strength;he rejoices because you made him victorious.
2. You have given him his heart's desire;you have answered his request.
3. You came to him with great blessingsand set a crown of gold on his head.
4. He asked for life, and you gave it,a long and lasting life.
5. His glory is great because of your help;you have given him fame and majesty.
6. Your blessings are with him for everand your presence fills him with joy.
7. The king trusts in the Lord Almighty;and because of the Lord's constant lovehe will always be secure.
8. The king will capture all his enemies;he will capture everyone who hates him.
9. He will destroy them like a blazing firewhen he appears.The Lord will devour them in his anger,and fire will consume them.
10. None of their descendants will survive;the king will kill them all.
11. They make their plans, and plot against him,but they will not succeed.