35. I once knew a wicked and ruthless person;he towered over everyone like a cedar of Lebanon;
36. but later I passed by, and he wasn't there;I looked for him, but couldn't find him.
37. Notice good people, observe the righteous;peaceful people have descendants,
38. but sinners are completely destroyed,and their descendants are wiped out.
39. The Lord saves the righteousand protects them in times of trouble.
40. He helps them and rescues them;he saves them from the wicked,because they go to him for protection.