Psalm 51:1–4

1  wHave mercy on me,1 O God,

according to your steadfast love;

according to your xabundant mercy

yblot out my transgressions.

2  zWash me thoroughly from my iniquity,

and acleanse me from my sin!

3  bFor I know my transgressions,

and my sin is ever before me.

4  cAgainst you, you only, have I sinned

and done what is evil din your sight,

eso that you may be justified in your words

and blameless in your judgment.