2. Deliver me from and lift me above those who work evil and save me from bloodthirsty men.
3. For, behold, they lie in wait for my life; fierce and mighty men are banding together against me, not for my transgression nor for any sin of mine, O Lord.
4. They run and prepare themselves, though there is no fault in me; rouse Yourself [O Lord] to meet and help me, and see!
5. You, O Lord God of hosts, the God of Israel, arise to visit all the nations; spare none and be not merciful to any who treacherously plot evil. Selah [pause, and calmly think of that]!
6. They return at evening, they howl and snarl like dogs, and go [prowling] about the city.
7. Behold, they belch out [insults] with their mouths; swords [of sarcasm, ridicule, slander, and lies] are in their lips, for who, they think, hears us?
8. But You, O Lord, will laugh at them [in scorn]; You will hold all the nations in derision.
9. O my Strength, I will watch and give heed to You and sing praises; for God is my Defense (my Protector and High Tower).
10. My God in His mercy and steadfast love will meet me; God will let me look [triumphantly] on my enemies (those who lie in wait for me).
11. Slay them not, lest my people forget; scatter them by Your power and make them wander to and fro, and bring them down, O Lord our Shield!