Psalms 17:6-12

6I have called upon You, for You, O God, will answer me; Incline Your ear to me, hear my speech.

7Wondrously show Your [marvelous and amazing] lovingkindness, O Savior of those who take refuge at Your right hand From those who rise up against them.

8Keep me [in Your affectionate care, protect me] as the apple of Your eye; Hide me in the [protective] shadow of Your wings

9From the wicked who despoil and deal violently with me, My deadly enemies who surround me.

10They have closed their unfeeling heart [to kindness and compassion]; With their mouths they speak proudly and make presumptuous claims.

11They track us down and have now surrounded us in our steps; They set their eyes to force us to the ground,

12He is like a lion eager to tear [his prey], And like a young lion lurking in hiding places.