He trains my hands for battle,
So that my arms can bend a bow of bronze.

The sons of Ephraim were archers equipped with bows,
Yet they turned back in the day of battle.

For You have girded me with strength for battle;
You have subdued under me those who rose up against me.

Who is the King of glory?
The Lord strong and mighty,
The Lord mighty in battle.

Draw also the spear and the battle-axe to meet those who pursue me;
Say to my soul, “I am your salvation.”

He will redeem my soul in peace from the battle which is against me,
For they are many who strive with me.

You also turn back the edge of his sword
And have not made him stand in battle.

“O God the Lord, the strength of my salvation,
You have covered my head in the day of battle.

A Psalm of David.
Blessed be the Lord, my rock,
Who trains my hands for war,
And my fingers for battle;