Psalms 35
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Psalms 35:19-28

19Do not let those gloat over me who are my enemies without cause; do not let those who hate me without reason maliciously wink the eye.

20They do not speak peaceably, but devise false accusations against those who live quietly in the land.

21They sneer at me and say, “Aha! Aha! With our own eyes we have seen it.”

22Lord, you have seen this; do not be silent. Do not be far from me, Lord.

23Awake, and rise to my defense! Contend for me, my God and Lord.

24Vindicate me in your righteousness, Lord my God; do not let them gloat over me.

25Do not let them think, “Aha, just what we wanted!” or say, “We have swallowed him up.”

26May all who gloat over my distress be put to shame and confusion; may all who exalt themselves over me be clothed with shame and disgrace.

27May those who delight in my vindication shout for joy and gladness; may they always say, “The Lord be exalted, who delights in the well-being of his servant.”

28My tongue will proclaim your righteousness, your praises all day long.

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