< Psalms 16 >
1 A michtam of David. Protect me, God, for I take refuge in you.
2 I say to Yahweh, “You are my Lord; my goodness is nothing apart from you.
3 As for the holy people who are on the earth, they are noble people; all my delight is in them.
4 Their troubles will be increased, those who seek out other gods. I will not pour out drink offerings of blood to their gods or lift up their names with my lips.
5 Yahweh, you are my chosen portion and my cup. You hold onto my lot.
6 Measuring lines have been laid for me in pleasant places; surely a pleasing inheritance is mine.
7 I will bless Yahweh, who counsels me; even at night my mind instructs me.
8 I set Yahweh before me at all times, so I will not be shaken from his right hand!
9 Therefore my heart is glad; my glory is rejoicing. Surely I will live in security.
10 For you will not abandon my soul to Sheol. You will not let your faithful one see the pit. (Sheol )
11 You teach me the path of life; abundant joy resides in your presence; delights abide in your right hand forever!”
