| NET Bible | International Standard Version |
| 1By David. To you, O LORD, I cry out! My protector, do not ignore me! If you do not respond to me, I will join those who are descending into the grave. | 1To you, LORD, I cry out! My Rock, do not refuse to answer me. If you remain silent, I will become like those who descend into the Pit. |
| 2Hear my plea for mercy when I cry out to you for help, when I lift my hands toward your holy temple! | 2Hear the sound of my supplications when I cry to you for help, as I lift up my hands toward your most holy sanctuary. |
| 3Do not drag me away with evil men, with those who behave wickedly, who talk so friendly to their neighbors, while they plan to harm them! | 3Do not drag me away with the wicked, with those who practice iniquity, who speak peace to their neighbors while harboring evil in their hearts. |
| 4Pay them back for their evil deeds! Pay them back for what they do! Punish them! | 4Reward them according to their deeds; according to the evil of their actions. Reward them based on what they do; give them what they deserve. |
| 5For they do not understand the LORD's actions, or the way he carries out justice. The LORD will permanently demolish them. | 5Because they do not understand the deeds of the LORD or the work of his hands, He will tear them down and never build them up. |
| 6The LORD deserves praise, for he has heard my plea for mercy! | 6Blessed be the LORD! For he has heard the sound of my supplications. |
| 7The LORD strengthens and protects me; I trust in him with all my heart. I am rescued and my heart is full of joy; I will sing to him in gratitude. | 7The LORD is my strength and my shield; my heart trusts in him, and I received help. My heart rejoices, and I give thanks to him with my song. |
| 8The LORD strengthens his people; he protects and delivers his chosen king. | 8The LORD is the strength of his people; he is a refuge of deliverance for his anointed. |
| 9Deliver your people! Empower the nation that belongs to you! Care for them like a shepherd and carry them in your arms at all times! | 9Deliver your people and bless your inheritance! Shepherd them and lift them up forever! |
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