[57:1] Be merciful to me, O God, be merciful, because I come to you for safety. In the shadow of your wings I find protection until the raging storms are over.
[57:2] I call to God, the Most High, to God, who supplies my every need.
[57:3] He will answer from heaven and save me; he will defeat my oppressors. God will show me his constant love and faithfulness.
[57:4] I am surrounded by enemies, who are like lions hungry for human flesh. Their teeth are like spears and arrows; their tongues are like sharp swords.
[57:5] Show your greatness in the sky, O God, and your glory over all the earth.
[57:6] My enemies have spread a net to catch me; I am overcome with distress. They dug a pit in my path, but fell into it themselves.
[57:7] I have complete confidence, O God; I will sing and praise you!
[57:8] Wake up, my soul! Wake up, my harp and lyre! I will wake up the sun.
[57:9] I will thank you, O Lord, among the nations. I will praise you among the peoples.
[57:10] Your constant love reaches the heavens; your faithfulness touches the skies.
[57:11] Show your greatness in the sky, O God, and your glory over all the earth.