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May those who are enemies of my soul be put to shame and consumed; May they be covered with disgrace and dishonor, who seek to injure me.

I will come with the mighty deeds of the Lord GOD; I will make mention of Your righteousness, Yours alone.

I will also praise You with a harp, And Your truth, my God; I will sing praises to You with the lyre, Holy One of Israel.

May he judge Your people with righteousness And Your afflicted with justice.

And blessed be His glorious name forever; And may the whole earth be filled with His glory. Amen and Amen.

They are not in trouble like other people, Nor are they tormented together with the rest of mankind.

They say, "How does God know? And is there knowledge with the Most High?"

Nevertheless I am continually with You; You have taken hold of my right hand.

You will guide me with Your plan, And afterward receive me to glory.

Whom do I have in heaven but You? And with You, I desire nothing on earth.

And now they break down all its carved work With axe and hammers.

Do not lift up your horn on high, Do not speak with insolent pride.'"

For the wrath of mankind shall praise You; You will encircle Yourself with a remnant of wrath.

I will remember my song in the night; I will meditate with my heart, And my spirit ponders:

I will meditate on all Your work, And on Your deeds with thanksgiving.

So that they would put their confidence in God And not forget the works of God, But comply with His commandments,

The sons of Ephraim were archers equipped with bows, Yet they turned back on the day of battle.

Then He led them with the cloud by day And all the night with a light of fire.

But they flattered Him with their mouth And lied to Him with their tongue.

For their heart was not steadfast toward Him, Nor were they faithful with His covenant.