Psalms 26

Psalm 26¹

By David.

26:1 Vindicate me, O Lord,

for I have integrity,²

and I trust in the Lord without wavering.

26:2 Examine me, O Lord, and test me!

Evaluate my inner thoughts and motives!³

26:3 For I am ever aware of your faithfulness,⁴

and your loyalty continually motivates me.⁵

26:4 I do not associate⁶ with deceitful men,

or consort⁷ with those who are dishonest.⁸

26:5 I hate the mob⁹ of evil men,

and do not associate¹⁰ with the wicked.

26:6 I maintain a pure lifestyle,¹¹

so I can appear before your altar,¹² O Lord,

26:7 to give you thanks,¹³

and to tell about all your amazing deeds.¹⁴

26:8 O Lord, I love the temple where you live,¹⁵

the place where your splendor is revealed.¹⁶

26:9 Do not sweep me away¹⁷ with sinners,

or execute me along with violent people,¹⁸

26:10 who are always ready to do wrong¹⁹

or offer a bribe.²⁰

26:11 But I have integrity!²¹

Rescue me²² and have mercy on me!

26:12 I am safe,²³

and among the worshipers I will praise the Lord.

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