Holman Christian Standard Bible

Psalms 17:1-11 Holman Christian Standard Bible (HCSB)

1. Lord, hear a just cause; pay attention to my cry;listen to my prayer —from lips free of deceit.

2. Let my vindication come from You,for You see what is right.

3. You have tested my heart; You have examined me at night.You have tried me and found nothing evil; I have determined that my mouth will not sin.

4. Concerning what people do:by the word of Your lips I have avoided the ways of the violent.

5. My steps are on Your paths;my feet have not slipped.

6. I call on You, God,because You will answer me; listen closely to me; hear what I say.

7. Display the wonders of Your faithful love, Savior of all who seek refuge from those who rebel against Your right hand.

8. Protect me as the pupil of Your eye; hide me in the shadow of Your wings

9. from the wicked who treat me violently, my deadly enemies who surround me.

10. They have become hardened; their mouths speak arrogantly.

11. They advance against me; now they surround me. They are determined to throw me to the ground.