1. Declare me innocent, O Lord,because I do what is rightand trust you completely.
2. Examine me and test me, Lord;judge my desires and thoughts.
3. Your constant love is my guide;your faithfulness always leads me.
4. I do not keep company with worthless people;I have nothing to do with hypocrites.
5. I hate the company of the eviland avoid the wicked.
6. Lord, I wash my hands to show that I am innocentand march in worship round your altar.
7. I sing a hymn of thanksgivingand tell of all your wonderful deeds.
8. I love the house where you live, O Lord,the place where your glory dwells.
9. Do not destroy me with the sinners;spare me from the fate of murderers —
10. those who do evil all the timeand are always ready to take bribes.
11. As for me, I do what is right;be merciful to me and save me!
12. I am safe from all dangers;in the assembly of his people I praise the Lord.