1. A psalm of David, when he was in the wilderness of Judah.

2. O God, you are my God-- for you I long! For you my body yearns; for you my soul thirsts, Like a land parched, lifeless, and without water.

3. So I look to you in the sanctuary to see your power and glory.

4. For your love is better than life; my lips offer you worship!



7. When I think of you upon my bed, through the night watches I will recall

8. That you indeed are my help, and in the shadow of your wings I shout for joy.

9. My soul clings fast to you; your right hand upholds me.

10. But those who seek my life will come to ruin; they shall go down to the depths of the earth!

11. They shall be handed over to the sword and become the prey of jackals!

