A modern English translation drawn directly from the original Hebrew, Aramaic, and Greek texts. Translated word-for-word where possible, by a committee with scholarly oversight.
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Psalm 57
Chapter summary coming soon.
Verse 1. For the choirmaster. To the tune of “Do Not Destroy.” A Miktam of David, when he fled from Saul into the cave. Have mercy on me, O God, have mercy, for in You my soul takes refuge. In the shadow of Your wings I will take shelter until the danger has passed.
Verse 2. I cry out to God Most High, to God who fulfills His purpose for me.
Verse 3. He reaches down from heaven and saves me; He rebukes those who trample me. Selah God sends forth His loving devotion and His truth.
Verse 4. My soul is among the lions; I lie down with ravenous beasts—with men whose teeth are spears and arrows, whose tongues are sharp swords.
Verse 5. Be exalted, O God, above the heavens; may Your glory cover all the earth.
Verse 6. They spread a net for my feet; my soul was despondent. They dug a pit before me, but they themselves have fallen into it! Selah
Verse 7. My heart is steadfast, O God, my heart is steadfast. I will sing and make music.
Verse 8. Awake, my glory! Awake, O harp and lyre! I will awaken the dawn.
Verse 9. I will praise You, O Lord, among the nations; I will sing Your praises among the peoples.
Verse 10. For Your loving devotion reaches to the heavens, and Your faithfulness to the clouds.
Verse 11. Be exalted, O God, above the heavens; may Your glory cover all the earth.