14. O God, the proud are risen against me, and the assemblies of violent men have sought after my soul and have not set thee before them.
15. But thou, O Lord, art a merciful and gracious God, longsuffering and plenteous in mercy and truth.
16. O look into me and have mercy upon me; give thy strength unto thy slave and keep the son of thine handmaid.
17. Show me a token for good that those who hate me may see it and be ashamed because thou, O Lord, hast helped me and comforted me.