11. Sing praises to the Lord, who sits as King in Zion. Tell the nations about the great things he has done.
12. He punishes murderers and remembers those who are in need. When suffering people cry for help, he does not ignore them.
13. I said this prayer: “Lord, be kind to me. See how my enemies are hurting me. Save me from the ‘gates of death.’
14. Then, at the gates of Jerusalem, I can sing praises to you. I will be so happy because you saved me.”
15. Those other nations have fallen into the pit they dug to catch others. They have been caught in their own trap.
16. The Lord showed that he judges fairly. The wicked were caught by what they did to hurt others. Higgayon Selah
17. The wicked will go to the place of death, as will all the nations that forget God.
18. It may seem that those who are poor and needy have been forgotten, but God will not forget them. He will not leave them without hope.
19. Lord, get up and judge the nations. Don’t let anyone think they can win against you.