Psalm 26

Of David.

1 Vindicate me,v Lord,

for I have led a blameless life;w

I have trustedx in the Lord

and have not faltered.y

2 Test me,z Lord, and try me,

examine my heart and my mind;a

3 for I have always been mindful of your unfailing loveb

and have livedc in reliance on your faithfulness.d

4 I do not site with the deceitful,

nor do I associate with hypocrites.f

5 I abhorg the assembly of evildoers

and refuse to sit with the wicked.

6 I wash my hands in innocence,h

and go about your altar, Lord,

7 proclaiming aloud your praisei

and telling of all your wonderful deeds.j

8 Lord, I lovek the house where you live,

the place where your glory dwells.l

9 Do not take away my soul along with sinners,

my life with those who are bloodthirsty,m

10 in whose hands are wicked schemes,n

whose right hands are full of bribes.o

11 I lead a blameless life;

deliver mep and be merciful to me.

12 My feet stand on level ground;q

in the great congregationr I will praise the Lord.