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¹ You are my God and protector.
    Please answer my prayer.
I was in terrible distress,
    but you set me free.
    Now have pity and listen
    as I pray.

² How long will you people
    refuse to respect me?^[a]
You love foolish things,
    and you run after
    what is worthless.^[b]

³ The Lord has chosen
    everyone who is faithful
to be his very own,^[c]
    and he answers my prayers.
⁴ But each of you
had better tremble
    and turn from your sins.
Silently search your heart
    as you lie in bed.
⁵     Offer the proper sacrifices
    and trust the Lord.

⁶ There are some who ask,
    "Who will be good to us?"
    Let your kindness, Lord,
    shine brightly on us.
⁷ You brought me more happiness
    than a rich harvest
    of grain and grapes.
⁸ I can lie down
    and sleep soundly
    because you, Lord,
    will keep me safe.