Psalms 17:6-12

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

7Show Your marvelous lovingkindness by Your right hand, O You who save those who trust in You From those who rise up against them.

8Keep me as the apple of Your eye; Hide me under the shadow of Your wings,

9From the wicked who oppress me, From my deadly enemies who surround me.

10They have closed up their fat hearts; With their mouths they speak proudly.

11They have now surrounded us in our steps; They have set their eyes, crouching down to the earth,

12As a lion is eager to tear his prey, And like a young lion lurking in secret places.