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A Psalm of David. Plead my cause, O Lord, with those who strive with me; Fight against those who fight against me.
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Take hold of shield and buckler, And stand up for my help.
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Also draw out the spear, And stop those who pursue me. Say to my soul, "I am your salvation."
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Let those be put to shame and brought to dishonor Who seek after my life; Let those be turned back and brought to confusion Who plot my hurt.
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Let them be like chaff before the wind, And let the angel of the Lord chase them.
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Let their way be dark and slippery, And let the angel of the Lord pursue them.
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For without cause they have hidden their net for me in a pit, Which they have dug without cause for my life.
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Let destruction come upon him unexpectedly, And let his net that he has hidden catch himself; Into that very destruction let him fall.