Psalms 35:19-28

19My enemies tell lies about me. Do not let them win against me, and be happy. They have no reason to hate me, so do not let them laugh at me.

20They do not talk in a way that brings peace. Instead, they try to deceive people who want to live quietly.

21They open their mouths wide to speak against me. They say, ‘Aha! We have seen the bad things that you do!’

22Lord, you have seen all this. Do not remain silent, my Lord. Do not stay far away from me.

23Wake up! Get ready to give me justice! Show that I am not guilty, my Lord and my God.

24Lord, you are righteous. Give me justice, my God. Do not let them laugh at me.

25Do not let them say, ‘Aha! This is what we wanted.’ Do not let them say, ‘We have eaten him alive!’

26Punish those people who are happy when I have troubles. Make them ashamed and confused! Bring down those proud people who laugh at me. Make them feel very ashamed.

27But for those who want justice for me, let them shout aloud in their pleasure. May they always say, ‘The Lord is great! He is happy when his servant is safe and well!’

28Then I will tell everyone that you are righteous. I will praise you all through each day.