Psalms

Chapter 3

  1. 1

    A Psalm of David. When he fled from the face of his son, Absalom.

  2. 2

    Lord, why have those who trouble me been multiplied? Many rise up against me.

  3. 3

    Many say to my soul, “There is no salvation for him in his God.” Pause

  4. 4

    But you, Lord, are my supporter, my glory, and the one who raises up my head.

  5. 5

    I have cried out to the Lord with my voice, and he has heard me from his holy mountain. Pause

  6. 6

    I have slept, and I have been stupefied. But I awakened because the Lord has taken me up.

  7. 7

    I will not fear the thousands of people surrounding me. Rise up, Lord. Save me, my God.

  8. 8

    For you have struck all those who oppose me without cause. You have broken the teeth of sinners.

  9. 9

    Salvation is of the Lord, and your blessing is upon your people. Pause