[1] The psalm of David when he fled from the face of his son Absalom. [2] Why, O Lord, are they multiplied that afflict me? Many are they who rise up against me. [3] Many say to my soul: There is no salvation for him in his God. [4] But thou, O Lord art my protector, my glory, and the lifter up of my head. [5] I have cried to the Lord with my voice: and he hath heard me from his holy hill.
[6] I have slept and taken my rest: and I have risen up, because the Lord hath protected me. [7] I will not fear thousands of the people, surrounding me: arise, O Lord; save me, O my God. [8] For thou hast struck all them who are my adversaries without cause: thou hast broken the teeth of sinners. [9] Salvation is of the Lord: and thy blessing is upon thy people.