Psalms 17:9-14

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.

13Arise, O Lord, confront him, cast him down; Save my soul from the wicked with Your sword,

14From men with Your hand, O Lord, From men of the world [these moths of the night] whose portion [of enjoyment] is in this life—idle and vain, And whose belly You fill with Your treasure; They are satisfied with children, And they leave what they have left [of wealth] to their children.