7. About the tribe of Judah he said:“Lord, listen to their cry for help;Unite them again with the other tribes.Fight for them, Lord,And help them against their enemies.”
8. About the tribe of Levi he said:“You, Lord, reveal your will by the Urim and ThummimThrough your faithful servants, the Levites;You put them to the test at MassahAnd proved them true at the waters of Meribah.
9. They showed greater loyalty to youThan to parents, brothers, or children.They obeyed your commandsAnd were faithful to your covenant.
10. They will teach your people to obey your Law;They will offer sacrifices on your altar.
11. Lord, help their tribe to grow strong;Be pleased with what they do.Crush all their enemies;Let them never rise again.”
12. About the tribe of Benjamin he said:“This is the tribe the Lord loves and protects;He guards them all the day long,And he dwells in their midst.”
13. About the tribe of Joseph he said:“May the Lord bless their land with rainAnd with water from under the earth.
14. May their land be blessed with sun-ripened fruit,Rich with the best fruits of each season.