[1] Eternal One, my adversaries are many, too many to count. Now they have taken a stand against me! [2] Right to my face they say, "God will not save you!" [pause] [3] But You, Eternal One, wrap around me like an impenetrable shield. You give me glory and lift my eyes up to the heavens. [4] I lift my voice to You, Eternal One, and You answer me from Your sacred heights. [pause] [5] I lie down at night and fall asleep. I awake in the morning- healthy, strong, vibrant-because the Eternal supports me. [6] No longer will I fear my tens of thousands of enemies who have surrounded me! [7] Rise up, O Eternal One! Rescue me, O God! For You have dealt my enemies a strong blow to the jaw! You have shattered their teeth! Do so again. [8] Liberation truly comes from the Eternal. Let Your blessings shower down upon Your people. [pause]
