Psalm 2635

By David.

26:1 Vindicate me, O Lord,

for I have integrity,1

and I trust in the Lord without wavering.

26:2 Examine me, O Lord, and test me!

Evaluate my inner thoughts and motives!2

26:3 For I am ever aware of your faithfulness,3

and your loyalty continually motivates me.4

26:4 I do not associate5 with deceitful men,

or consort6 with those who are dishonest.7

26:5 I hate the mob8 of evil men,

and do not associate9 with the wicked.

26:6 I maintain a pure lifestyle,10

so I can appear before your altar,11 O Lord,

26:7 to give you thanks,12

and to tell about all your amazing deeds.13

26:8 O Lord, I love the temple where you live,14

the place where your splendor is revealed.15

26:9 Do not sweep me away16 with sinners,

or execute me along with violent people,17

26:10 who are always ready to do wrong18

or offer a bribe.19

26:11 But I have integrity!20

Rescue me21 and have mercy on me!

26:12 I am safe,22

and among the worshipers I will praise the Lord.