1A psalm of David. Yahweh, work against those who work against me; fight against those who fight against me.
2Grab your small shield and large shield; rise up and help me.
3Use your spear and battle ax against those who chase me; say to my soul, “I am your salvation.”
4May those who seek my life be shamed and dishonored. May those who plan to harm me be turned back and confounded.
5May they be as chaff before the wind, as the angel of Yahweh drives them away.
6May their way be dark and slippery, as the angel of Yahweh chases them.