< Psalms 3 >
1 [A Psalm by David, when he fled from Absalom his son.] LORD, how my adversaries have increased. Many rise up against me.
2 Many there are who say of my soul, "There is no salvation for him in God." (Selah)
3 But you, LORD, are a shield around me, my glory, and the one who lifts up my head.
4 I cried out to the LORD with my voice, and he answered me from his holy mountain. (Selah)
5 I lay down and slept. I awoke, for the LORD sustains me.
6 I am not afraid of ten thousands of people who have set themselves against me on every side.
7 Arise, LORD. Save me, my God. For you slap all my enemies in the face. You break the teeth of the wicked.
8 Salvation belongs to the LORD. Your blessing is upon your people. (Selah)
