Psalms 27

1 Yahweh is the one who gives light [to my soul/spirit] and the one who saves me, so I do not [RHQ] need to be afraid of anyone. Yahweh is the one to whom I go for refuge, so I will never be afraid.

2 When those who do evil come near me to attack me, they stumble and fall down.

3 [Even] if an army surrounds me, I [SYN] will not be afraid. [Even] if they attack me, I will trust [in God].

4 There is one thing that I have requested from Yahweh; this is the one thing that I desire: That I may worship in Yahweh’s house/temple every day of my life, and see that Yahweh is wonderful and inquire [what he wants me to do].

5 He will protect me when I have troubles; he will keep me safe in his Sacred Tent. He will set me safely (on a high rock/in a secure place).

6 Then I will triumph over [IDM] my enemies. I will shout joyfully as I offer sacrifices in his Sacred Tent, and I will praise Yahweh as I sing.

7 Yahweh, listen to me while I pray. Be kind to me and answer my prayer.

8 I sensed that I heard you say, “Come and worship me [IDM],” so, Yahweh, I will worship you.

9 I am your servant; Do not be angry with me and turn away from me. You have always helped me. You are the one who has saved me, so do not abandon me [now].

10 [Even] if my father and mother desert me, you will take care of [IDM] me.

11 Yahweh, teach me to do what you want me to do, and lead me on a safe path because I have many enemies.

12 Do not allow my enemies to do to me what they want; they say many false things about me and [threaten to do] violent things to me.

13 But I know that because I trust in you you will be good to me as long as I live.

14 So trust in Yahweh, [all of you]! Be strong and courageous, and wait expectantly for him [to help you]!