30:1 A song of David for the dedication of the Temple. Lord, you lifted me out of my troubles. You did not give my enemies a reason to laugh, so I will praise you.
30:2 Lord my God, I prayed to you, and you healed me.
30:3 Lord, you lifted me out of the grave. I was falling into the place of death, but you saved my life.
30:4 Praise the Lord, you who are loyal to him! Praise his holy name!
30:5 His anger lasts for a little while, but then his kindness brings life. The night may be filled with tears, but in the morning we can sing for joy!
30:6 When I was safe and secure, I thought nothing could hurt me.
30:7 Yes, Lord, while you were kind to me, I felt that nothing could defeat me. But when you turned away from me, I was filled with fear.
30:8 So, Lord, I turned and prayed to you. I asked you, Lord, to show me mercy.
30:9 I said, “What good is it if I die and go down to the grave? The dead just lie in the dirt. They cannot praise you. They cannot tell anyone how faithful you are.
30:10 Lord, hear my prayer, and be kind to me. Lord, help me!”
30:11 You have changed my sorrow into dancing. You have taken away my sackcloth and clothed me with joy.
30:12 You wanted me to praise you and not be silent. Lord my God, I will praise you forever!
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