18. Though many are against me,He will redeem me from my battle unharmed.
19. God, the One enthroned from long ago, will hear and will humiliate themSelahbecause they do not changeand do not fear God.
20. My friend acts violentlyagainst those at peace with him; he violates his covenant.
21. His buttery words are smooth, but war is in his heart.His words are softer than oil,but they are drawn swords.
22. Cast your burden on the Lord,and He will sustain you; He will never allow the righteous to be shaken.
23. God, You will bring them downto the Pit of destruction; men of bloodshed and treacherywill not live out half their days. But I will trust in You.