16. Smile on me, your servant.Have pity and rescue me.
17. I pray only to you.Don't disappoint me.Disappoint my cruel enemiesuntil they lie silentin their graves.
18. Silence those proud liars!Make them stop boastingand insulting your people.
19. You are wonderful,and while everyone watches,you store up blessings for allwho honour and trust you.
20. You are their shelterfrom harmful plots,and you are their protectionfrom vicious gossip.
21. I will praise you, Lord,for showing great kindnesswhen I was like a cityunder attack.
22. I was terrified and thought,“They've chased mefar away from you!”But you answered my prayerwhen I shouted for help.
23. All who belong to the Lord,show how you love him.The Lord protects the faithful,but he severely punisheseveryone who is proud.
24. All who trust the Lord,be cheerful and strong.