2. Test me, Lord, and try me,examine my heart and my mind;
3. for I have always been mindful of your unfailing loveand have lived in reliance on your faithfulness.
4. I do not sit with the deceitful,nor do I associate with hypocrites.
5. I abhor the assembly of evildoersand refuse to sit with the wicked.
6. I wash my hands in innocence,and go about your altar, Lord,
7. proclaiming aloud your praiseand telling of all your wonderful deeds.
8. Lord, I love the house where you live,the place where your glory dwells.
9. Do not take away my soul along with sinners,my life with those who are bloodthirsty,
10. in whose hands are wicked schemes,whose right hands are full of bribes.
11. I lead a blameless life;deliver me and be merciful to me.