New International Version NIV
New International Version NIV
1 Contend, LORD, with those who contend with me; fight against those who fight against me.
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Contend, LORD, with those who contend with me; fight against those who fight against me.
2 Take up shield and armor; arise and come to my aid.
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Take up shield and armor; arise and come to my aid.
3 Brandish spear and javelinagainst those who pursue me. Say to me, “I am your salvation.”
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Brandish spear and javelinagainst those who pursue me. Say to me, “I am your salvation.”
4 May those who seek my life be disgraced and put to shame; may those who plot my ruin be turned back in dismay.
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May those who seek my life be disgraced and put to shame; may those who plot my ruin be turned back in dismay.
5 May they be like chaff before the wind, with the angel of the LORD driving them away;
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May they be like chaff before the wind, with the angel of the LORD driving them away;
6 may their path be dark and slippery, with the angel of the LORD pursuing them.
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may their path be dark and slippery, with the angel of the LORD pursuing them.
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Scripture quoted by permission. Quotations designated (NIV) are from THE HOLY BIBLE: NEW INTERNATIONAL VERSION®. NIV®. Copyright © 1973, 1978, 1984, 2011 by Biblica. All rights reserved worldwide.