Psalms 21

  1. 1

    For the music director, a psalm of David. O Lord, the king rejoices in the strength you give; he takes great delight in the deliverance you provide.

  2. 2

    You grant him his heart’s desire; you do not refuse his request. (Selah)

  3. 3

    For you bring him rich blessings; you place a golden crown on his head.

  4. 4

    He asked you to sustain his life, and you have granted him long life and an enduring dynasty.

  5. 5

    Your deliverance brings him great honor; you give him majestic splendor.

  6. 6

    For you grant him lasting blessings; you give him great joy by allowing him into your presence.

  7. 7

    For the king trusts in the Lord, and because of the Most High’s faithfulness he is not shaken.

  8. 8

    You prevail over all your enemies; your power is too great for those who hate you.

  9. 9

    You burn them up like a fiery furnace when you appear. The Lord angrily devours them; the fire consumes them.

  10. 10

    You destroy their offspring from the earth, their descendants from among the human race.

  11. 11

    Yes, they intend to do you harm; they dream up a scheme, but they do not succeed.

  12. 12

    For you make them retreat when you aim your arrows at them.

  13. 13

    Rise up, O Lord, in strength! We will sing and praise your power.