57:1 To the leader: Do Not Destroy. Of David. A Miktam, when he fled from Saul, in the cave. Be merciful to me, O God, be merciful to me, for in you my soul takes refuge; in the shadow of your wings I will take refuge, until the destroying storms pass by.
57:2 I cry to God Most High, to God who fulfills his purpose for me.
57:3 He will send from heaven and save me, he will put to shame those who trample on me.Selah God will send forth his steadfast love and his faithfulness.
57:4 I lie down among lions that greedily devour human prey; their teeth are spears and arrows, their tongues sharp swords.
57:5 Be exalted, O God, above the heavens. Let your glory be over all the earth.
57:6 They set a net for my steps; my soul was bowed down. They dug a pit in my path, but they have fallen into it themselves.Selah
57:7 My heart is steadfast, O God, my heart is steadfast. I will sing and make melody.
57:8 Awake, my soul! Awake, O harp and lyre! I will awake the dawn.
57:9 I will give thanks to you, O Lord, among the peoples; I will sing praises to you among the nations.
57:10 For your steadfast love is as high as the heavens; your faithfulness extends to the clouds.
57:11 Be exalted, O God, above the heavens. Let your glory be over all the earth.
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