Psalm 19

For the director of music. A psalm of David. 1 The heavens declare the glory of God; the skies proclaim the work of his hands. 2 Day after day they pour forth speech; night after night they reveal knowledge. 3 They have no speech, they use no words; no sound is heard from them. 4 […]

Psalm 20

For the director of music. A psalm of David. 1 May theLordanswer you when you are in distress; may the name of the God of Jacob protect you. 2 May he send you help from the sanctuary and grant you support from Zion. 3 May he remember all your sacrifices and accept your burnt offerings. […]

Psalm 21

For the director of music. A psalm of David. 1 The king rejoices in your strength,Lord. How great is his joy in the victories you give! 2 You have granted him his heart’s desire and have not withheld the request of his lips. 3 You came to greet him with rich blessings and placed a […]

Psalm 23

A psalm of David. 1 TheLordis my shepherd, I lack nothing. 2 He makes me lie down in green pastures, he leads me beside quiet waters, 3 he refreshes my soul. He guides me along the right paths for his name’s sake. 4 Even though I walk through the darkest valley, I will fear no […]

Psalm 26

Of David. 1 Vindicate me,Lord, for I have led a blameless life; I have trusted in theLord and have not faltered. 2 Test me,Lord, and try me, examine my heart and my mind; 3 for I have always been mindful of your unfailing love and have lived in reliance on your faithfulness. 4 I do […]

Psalm 27

Of David. 1 TheLordis my light and my salvation— whom shall I fear? TheLordis the stronghold of my life— of whom shall I be afraid? 2 When the wicked advance against me to devourme, it is my enemies and my foes who will stumble and fall. 3 Though an army besiege me, my heart will […]