Psalms 9:7-20 ▼

7 But the LORD abides forever; He has established His throne for judgment.

8 He judges the world with justice; He governs the people with equity.

9 The LORD is a refuge for the oppressed, a stronghold in times of trouble.

10 Those who know Your name trust in You, for You, O LORD, have not forsaken those who seek You.

11 Sing praises to the LORD, who dwells in Zion; proclaim His deeds among the nations.

12 For the Avenger of bloodshed remembers; He does not ignore the cry of the afflicted.

13 Be merciful to me, O LORD; see how my enemies afflict me! Lift me up from the gates of death,

14 that I may declare all Your praises—that within the gates of Daughter Zion I may rejoice in Your salvation.

15 The nations have fallen into a pit of their making; their feet are caught in the net they have hidden.

16 The LORD is known by the justice He brings; the wicked are ensnared by the work of their hands. Higgaion Selah

17 The wicked will return to Sheol—all the nations who forget God.

18 For the needy will not always be forgotten; nor the hope of the oppressed forever dashed.

19 Rise up, O LORD, do not let man prevail; let the nations be judged in Your presence.

20 Lay terror upon them, O LORD; let the nations know they are but men. Selah