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Rescue me from my enemies, O my God. Protect me from those who attack me.
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Rescue me from troublemakers. Save me from bloodthirsty people.
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They lie in ambush for me right here! Fierce men attack me, O LORD, but not because of any disobedience,
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or any sin, or any guilt on my part. They hurry to take positions against me. Wake up, and help me; see [for yourself].
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O LORD God of Armies, God of Israel, arise to punish all the nations. Have no pity on any traitors. Selah
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They return in the evening. They howl like dogs. They prowl the city.
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See what pours out of their mouths-- swords from their lips! [They think,] "Who will hear us?"
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O LORD, you laugh at them. You make fun of all the nations.
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O my strength, I watch for you! God is my stronghold, my merciful God!