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For the director of music. A psalm of David. May the Lord answer you in times of trouble. May the God of Jacob protect you.

and we will shout for joy when you succeed, and we will raise a flag in the name of our God. May the Lord give you all that you ask for.

Lord , save the king! Answer us when we call for help.

For the director of music. A psalm of David. Lord , the king rejoices because of your strength; he is so happy when you save him!

You gave the king what he wanted and did not refuse what he asked for. Selah

He asked you for life, and you gave it to him, so his years go on and on.

For the director of music. To the tune of "The Doe of Dawn." A psalm of David. My God, my God, why have you abandoned me? You seem far from saving me, far away from my groans.

They called to you for help and were rescued. They trusted you and were not disappointed.

They say, "Turn to the Lord for help. Maybe he will save you. If he likes you, maybe he will rescue you."

They divided my clothes among them, and they threw lots for my clothing.

He gives me new strength. He leads me on paths that are right for the good of his name.

You prepare a meal for me in front of my enemies. You pour oil of blessing on my head; you fill my cup to overflowing.

They try to follow God; they look to the God of Jacob for help. Selah

All the Lord 's ways are loving and true for those who follow the demands of his agreement.

For the sake of your name, Lord , forgive my many sins.

My eyes are always looking to the Lord for help. He will keep me from any traps.

Evil is in their hands, and they do wrong for money.

Wait for the Lord 's help. Be strong and brave, and wait for the Lord 's help.

Of David. Lord , my Rock, I call out to you for help. Do not be deaf to me. If you are silent, I will be like those in the grave.

Hear the sound of my prayer, when I cry out to you for help. I raise my hands toward your Most Holy Place.