3. Be my rock of refuge, to which I can always go; give the command to save me, for you are my rock and my fortress.
4. Deliver me, my God, from the hand of the wicked, from the grasp of those who are evil and cruel.
5. For you have been my hope, Sovereign Lord, my confidence since my youth.
6. From birth I have relied on you; you brought me forth from my mother’s womb. I will ever praise you.
7. I have become a sign to many; you are my strong refuge.
8. My mouth is filled with your praise, declaring your splendor all day long.
9. Do not cast me away when I am old; do not forsake me when my strength is gone.