[1] Vindicate me, O LORD, for I have integrity, and I trust in the LORD without wavering. [2] Examine me, O LORD, and test me. Evaluate my inner thoughts and motives. [3] For I am ever aware of your faithfulness, and your loyalty continually motivates me. [4] I do not associate with deceitful men, or consort with those who are dishonest. [5] I hate the mob of evil men, and do not associate with the wicked. [6] I maintain a pure lifestyle, so I can appear before your altar, O LORD, [7] to give you thanks, and to tell about all your amazing deeds. [8] O LORD, I love the temple where you live, the place where your splendor is revealed. [9] Do not sweep me away with sinners, or execute me along with violent people, [10] who are always ready to do wrong or offer a bribe. [11] But I have integrity. Rescue me and have mercy on me! [12] I am safe, and among the worshipers I will praise the LORD.
