THE PROTECTION OF THE MOST HIGH

1 The one who lives under the protection of the Most High

dwells in the shadow of the Almighty.r

2 I will say* concerning the Lord, who is my refuge and my fortress,

my God in whom I trust:s

3 He himself will rescue you from the bird trap,t

from the destructive plague.

4 He will cover you with his feathers;

you will take refuge under his wings.u

His faithfulness will be a protective shield.v

5 You will not fear the terror of the night,

the arrow that flies by day,w

6 the plague that stalks in darkness,

or the pestilence that ravages at noon.x

7 Though a thousand fall at your side

and ten thousand at your right hand,

the pestilence will not reach you.y

8 You will only see it with your eyes

and witness the punishment of the wicked.z