Psalms 5

Prayer for protection from the wicked.

Hearken unto the voice of my cry, my King, and my God;

O Jehovah, in the morning shalt thou hear my voice;

For thou art not a God that hath pleasure in wickedness:

The arrogant shall not stand in thy sight:

Thou wilt destroy them that speak lies:

But as for me, in the abundance of thy lovingkindness will I come into thy house:

Lead me, O Jehovah, in thy righteousness because of mine enemies;

For there is no faithfulness in their mouth;

Hold them guilty, O God;

But let all those that take refuge in thee rejoice,

For thou wilt bless the righteous;