1 To the chief music-maker. A Psalm. Of David.
2 O Lord, take me out of the power of the evil man; keep me safe from the violent man:
3 For their hearts are full of evil designs; and they are ever making ready causes of war.
4 Their tongues are sharp like the tongue of a snake; the poison of snakes is under their lips. (Selah.)
5 O Lord, take me out of the hands of sinners; keep me safe from the violent man: for they are designing my downfall.
6 The men of pride have put secret cords for my feet; stretching nets in my way, so that they may take me with their tricks. (Selah.)
7 I have said to the Lord, You are my God: give ear, O Lord, to the voice of my prayer.
