Psalm 17
Hear my just cause, O Lord, give heed to my cry
: listen to my prayer, that comes from no lying lips.
Let judgement for me come forth from your presence
: and let your eyes discern the right.
Though you search my heart, and visit me in the night-time
: though you try me by fire, you will find no wickedness in me.
My mouth does not transgress, like the mouth of others
: for I have kept the word of your lips.
My steps have held firm in the way of your commands
: and my feet have not stumbled from your paths.
I call upon you, O God, for you will surely answer
: incline your ear to me, and hear my words.
Show me the wonders of your steadfast love,
O saviour of those who come to you for refuge
: who by your right hand deliver them
from those that rise up against them.
But as for your cherished ones, let their bellies be filled
and let their sons be satisfied
: let them pass on their wealth to their children.