Psalm 59:1-7

Amplified Bible, Classic Edition

Psalm 59

To the Chief Musician; [set to the tune of] “Do Not Destroy.” Of David, a record of memorable thoughts when Saul sent men to watch his house in order to kill him.

¹ Deliver me from my enemies, O my God; defend and protect me from those who rise up against me.

² Deliver me from and lift me above those who work evil and save me from bloodthirsty men.

³ For, behold, they lie in wait for my life; fierce and mighty men are banding together against me, not for my transgression nor for any sin of mine, O Lord.

⁴ They run and prepare themselves, though there is no fault in me; rouse Yourself [O Lord] to meet and help me, and see!

⁵ You, O Lord God of hosts, the God of Israel, arise to visit all the nations; spare none and be not merciful to any who treacherously plot evil. Selah [pause, and calmly think of that]!

⁶ They return at evening, they howl and snarl like dogs, and go [prowling] about the city.

⁷ Behold, they belch out [insults] with their mouths; swords [of sarcasm, ridicule, slander, and lies] are in their lips, for who, they think, hears us?