The Lord has looked down from heaven upon the sons of men
To see if there are any who understand,
Who seek after God.

Their inner thought is that their houses are forever
And their dwelling places to all generations;
They have called their lands after their own names.

This is the way of those who are foolish,
And of those after them who approve their words. Selah.

For when he dies he will carry nothing away;
His glory will not descend after him.

God has looked down from heaven upon the sons of men
To see if there is anyone who understands,
Who seeks after God.

The singers went on, the musicians after them,
In the midst of the maidens beating tambourines.

The young lions roar after their prey
And seek their food from God.

My soul is crushed with longing
After Your ordinances at all times.

Turn to me and be gracious to me,
After Your manner with those who love Your name.

Those who follow after wickedness draw near;
They are far from Your law.