^{4 Ref} O Lord, take me out of the hands of sinners; keep me safe from the violent man: for they are designing my downfall.

^{5 Ref} The men of pride have put secret cords for my feet; stretching nets in my way, so that they may take me with their tricks. (Selah.)

^{6 Ref} I have said to the Lord, You are my God: give ear, O Lord, to the voice of my prayer.

^{7 Ref} O Lord God, the strength of my salvation, you have been a cover over my head in the day of the fight.

^{8 Ref} O Lord, give not the wrongdoer his desire; give him no help in his evil designs, or he may be uplifted in pride. (Selah.)

^{9 Ref} As for those who come round me, let their heads be covered by the evil of their lips.