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For the kingdom is the Lord's; he is the ruler among the nations.

All the fat ones of the earth will give him worship; all those who go down to the dust will make themselves low before him, even he who has not enough for the life of his soul.

He makes a resting-place for me in the green fields: he is my guide by the quiet waters.

Yes, though I go through the valley of deep shade, I will have no fear of evil; for you are with me, your rod and your support are my comfort.

You make ready a table for me in front of my haters: you put oil on my head; my cup is overflowing.

For by him it was based on the seas, and made strong on the deep rivers.

Be my guide and teacher in the true way; for you are the God of my salvation; I am waiting for your word all the day.

O Lord, keep in mind your pity and your mercies; for they have been from the earliest times.

All the ways of the Lord are mercy and good faith for those who keep his agreement and his witness.

Because of your name, O Lord, let me have forgiveness for my sin, which is very great.

His soul will be full of good things, and his seed will have the earth for its heritage.

My eyes are turned to the Lord at all times; for he will take my feet out of the net.

Be turned to me, and have mercy on me; for I am troubled and have no helper.

See how those who are against me are increased, for bitter is their hate of me.

O keep my soul, and take me out of danger: let me not be shamed, for I have put my faith in you.

For my clean and upright ways keep me safe, because my hope is in you.

O Lord, be my judge, for my behaviour has been upright: I have put my faith in the Lord, I am not in danger of slipping.

For your mercy is before my eyes; and I have gone in the way of your good faith.

In whose hands are evil designs, and whose right hands take money for judging falsely.

But as for me, I will go on in my upright ways: be my saviour, and have mercy on me.