68 but he chose the tribe of Judah,

Mount Zion, which he loves.

69 He built his sanctuary like the high heavens,

like the earth, which he has founded for ever.

70 He chose David his servant,

and took him from the sheepfolds;

71 from tending the ewes that had young he brought him

to be the shepherd of Jacob his people,

of Israel his inheritance.

72 With upright heart he tended them,

and guided them with skilful hand.