1 Rescue me, Lord, from evil men.

Keep me safe from violent menc

2 who plan evil in their hearts.

They stir up wars all day long.d

3 They make their tongues

as sharp as a snake’s bite;

viper’s venom is under their lips.e

Selah

4 Protect me, Lord,

from the power of the wicked.f

Keep me safe from violent men

who plan to make me stumble.B,g

5 The proud hide a trap with ropes for me;

they spread a net along the path

and set snares for me.h

Selah

6 I say to the Lord, “You are my God.”

Listen, Lord, to my cry for help.i

7 Lord, my Lord, my strong Savior,

you shield my head on the day of battle.j